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HOMEWORK 2 BOOK 21

Total questions: 75

Worksheet time: 38mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Select the best word to write on the line.


Ancient Cities


Ancient people began building cities for two main reasons: to be in easy contact with other people and to be safe from enemies. The first cities were small and___________ walls built around them.

a)

did

b)

was

c)

had

2.

Select the best word to write on the line.


The gates __________ kept closed at night.

a)

were

b)

is

c)

can

3.

Select the best word to write on the line.


Most ancient cities were built near rivers not only because water was so basic for survival,________ also because the rivers provided a quick and safe way to travel.

a)

and

b)

but

c)

so

4.

Select the best word to write on the line.


Nowadays, ________are built differently. They are much larger, with many containing millions of people.

a)

cities

b)

rivers

c)

people

5.

Select the best word to write on the line.


Although ________ are many safety concerns in modern cities, walls are no longer necessary.

a)

has

b)

there

c)

once

6.

Select the best word to write on the line.


In addition, cities don’t need to be built near rivers since water can___________pumped in from other areas,

a)

make

b)

have

c)

be

7.

Select the best word to write on the line.


and now people travel mostly on highways or _________ air.

a)

by

b)

with

c)

to

8.

Read the paragraph. Take notes using words and phrases.


The Dogwash

Bath time for dogs isn’t always that much fun for the dog or that convenient for its owner. However, people who live in Venice, California, can take their dogs to a “dogwash.” At the dogwash, there are tubs which are located on high tables so that it’s easy for a dog owner to wash his pet. These tubs also have showers, and the bottom of the tubs are made of wood so the dogs don’t slip. The price of a dogwash includes soap and shampoo that is especially made for dogs. Customers say that using the dogwash is much more convenient and less messy than washing a dog at home.

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9.

Match each cause with an effect.


When they got hungry,

a)

they went to bed early.

b)

so he went to the doctor’s office.

c)

thus, he’ll need a ride to work.

d)

they went to the snack bar.

10.

Match each cause with an effect.


John’s car broke;

a)

they went to bed early.

b)

so he went to the doctor’s office.

c)

thus, he’ll need a ride to work.

d)

they went to the snack bar.

11.

Match each cause with an effect.


Mary doesn’t have any money

a)

they went to bed early.

b)

so he went to the doctor’s office.

c)

Therefore, she can’t go shopping.

d)

they went to the snack bar.

12.

Match each cause with an effect.


Ken felt sick,

a)

they went to bed early.

b)

so he went to the doctor’s office.

c)

Therefore, she can’t go shopping.

d)

they went to the snack bar.

13.

Match each cause with an effect.


Since they were tired,

a)

they went to bed early.

b)

so he went to the doctor’s office.

c)

Therefore, she can’t go shopping.

d)

they went to the snack bar.

14.

The ball doesn’t (a)   very high because it needs more air.

15.

My mother (a)   fresh oranges to make juice every morning.

16.

His careless behavior (a)   a bad accident.

17.

Many people don’t use real sugar; they prefer (a)   sweeteners.

18.

Bob thought that Sergeant Johnson’s presentation about the military was wonderful. (a)   , he joined the air force.

19.

I can wear this watch when I swim. It’s (a)   .

20.

Use that big towel to (a)   the water that you spilled on the floor.

21.

You shouldn’t send an envelope which (a)   breakable items through the mail.

22.

Match each word with its meaning.


waterproof

a)

describes something that keeps water out

b)

being or happening in fact

c)

describes something that will not absorb water

d)

what is inside a container, such as a bottle or bag

23.

Match each word with its meaning.


watertight

a)

describes something that keeps water out

b)

being or happening in fact

c)

describes something that will not absorb water

d)

what is inside a container, such as a bottle or bag

24.

Match each word with its meaning.


original

a)

describes something that keeps water out

b)

being or happening in fact

c)

describes something that will not absorb water

d)

first

25.

Match each word with its meaning.


content

a)

describes something that keeps water out

b)

being or happening in fact

c)

describes something that will not absorb water

d)

what is inside a container, such as a bottle or bag

26.

Match each word with its meaning.


real

a)

describes something that keeps water out

b)

being or happening in fact

c)

describes something that will not absorb water

d)

what is inside a container, such as a bottle or bag

27.

Complete the sentences. Start with a connector.


Use as a result, therefore, thus, or consequently with proper punctuation and capitalization.


Our instructor was very sick for two days.________________________________________________________

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28.

Complete the sentences. Start with a connector.


Use as a result, therefore, thus, or consequently with proper punctuation and capitalization.


Some students missed the tour bus this morning; ________________________________________________________.

4 lines
29.

Complete the sentences. Start with a connector.


Use as a result, therefore, thus, or consequently with proper punctuation and capitalization.


We were given a lot of homework this week.________________________________________________________.

4 lines
30.

Complete the sentences. Start with a connector.


Use as a result, therefore, thus, or consequently with proper punctuation and capitalization.


The fog was very dense this morning; ________________________________________________________.

4 lines
31.

Complete the sentences. Start with a connector.


Use as a result, therefore, thus, or consequently with proper punctuation and capitalization.


The weather this past weekend was rainy and cold. ________________________________________________________.

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32.

Fill in each blank with the noun form of the word in italics.


Use -ity or -ility.


Hank is a dependable man. His (a)   is well known here at work.

33.

Fill in each blank with the noun form of the word in italics.


Use -ity or -ility.


Dogs are the most reliable friends men can have. Their (a)   has been shown in many ways.

34.

Fill in each blank with the noun form of the word in italics.


Use -ity or -ility.


Don’t forget to check that everything is secure. Our first consideration should always be (a)   .

35.

Fill in each blank with the noun form of the word in italics.


Use -ity or -ility.


Rod is very generous with his time and money. His (a)   has earned him the respect of many people.

36.

Fill in each blank with the noun form of the word in italics.


Use -ity or -ility.


The reception we get on this radio is very clear. The other radio didn’t have such (a)   .

37.

Complete each sentence using so … that or such … that.


The paintings looked real. John thought they were photographs.


The paintings looked (a)   John thought they were photographs.

38.

Complete each sentence using so … that or such … that.


Fluffy is a good cat. She doesn’t mind when children try to pull her tail.


Fluffy’s (a)   she doesn’t mind when children try to pull her tail.

39.

Complete each sentence using so … that or such … that.


Roger drives fast. His wife is always afraid he’s going to have a car accident.


Roger drives (a)   his wife is always afraid that he’s going to have a car accident.

40.

Complete each sentence using so … that or such … that.


Henry is a friendly person. I’m sure he’ll help you.


Henry is (a)   I’m sure he’ll help you.

41.

Complete each sentence using so … that or such … that.


Mary has many relatives. She sometimes forgets their names.


Mary has (a)   she sometimes forgets their names.

42.

Match the two parts to make sentences.


The house was in such a nice neighborhood

a)

William fell asleep while he was watching it.

b)

he contributed half of his salary to the poor.

c)

that we really wanted to buy it.

d)

the children laughed for a long time after it finished.

e)

her face turned red when she tried to lie.

43.

Match the two parts to make sentences.


Kim was such an honest person that

a)

William fell asleep while he was watching it.

b)

he contributed half of his salary to the poor.

c)

that we really wanted to buy it.

d)

the children laughed for a long time after it finished.

e)

her face turned red when she tried to lie.

44.

Match the two parts to make sentences.


It was such a boring movie

a)

William fell asleep while he was watching it.

b)

he contributed half of his salary to the poor.

c)

that we really wanted to buy it.

d)

the children laughed for a long time after it finished.

e)

her face turned red when she tried to lie.

45.

Match the two parts to make sentences.


Tim was such a generous man

a)

William fell asleep while he was watching it.

b)

he contributed half of his salary to the poor.

c)

that we really wanted to buy it.

d)

the children laughed for a long time after it finished.

e)

her face turned red when she tried to lie.

46.

Match the two parts to make sentences.


We had such a good time at the beach that

a)

William fell asleep while he was watching it.

b)

he contributed half of his salary to the poor.

c)

that we really wanted to buy it.

d)

the children laughed for a long time after it finished.

e)

we would like to go there again next year.

47.

Match the two parts to make sentences.


It was such a funny movie

a)

William fell asleep while he was watching it.

b)

he contributed half of his salary to the poor.

c)

that we really wanted to buy it.

d)

the children laughed for a long time after it finished.

e)

we would like to go there again next year.

48.

The results of the (a)   on new kinds of fuel were extremely interesting.

49.

The jar was (a)   , so the fruit did not spoil.

50.

The flowers are (a)   ; thus, we don’t need to water them.

51.

He made a lot of money (a)   his hard work.

52.

The medicine was not (a)   ; therefore, he died from the fever.

53.

Sleeping too long is (a)   a good excuse for coming late to class.

54.

The wood we used for the shelves is tough and (a)   .

55.

Many people study English (a)   because it is a popular language.

56.

Complete each sentence with the present perfect passive.


The list of names (send) to the general.

(a)  

57.

Complete each sentence with the present perfect passive.


I believe many mistakes (make) in the past.

(a)  

58.

Complete each sentence with the present perfect passive.


(a)   the clothes (wash) yet?

59.

Complete each sentence with the present perfect passive.


The wire (stretch) as much as possible.

(a)  

60.

Complete each sentence with the present perfect passive.


Your file (give) to the doctor.

(a)  

61.

Answer each question using the word in parentheses.


Answers may vary.


Did you know that music affects plants? (effect)


No, _________________________________

4 lines
62.

Answer each question using the word in parentheses.


Answers may vary.


Is plastic a good conductor of electricity? (property)


No, ______________________________________________.

4 lines
63.

Answer each question using the word in parentheses.


Answers may vary.


Do you know your final test scores yet? (result)

No, ______________________________________________.

4 lines
64.

Answer each question using the word in parentheses.


Answers may vary.


Didn’t the chemical leak out of the jar? (seal)


No, ______________________________________________.

4 lines
65.

Answer each question using the word in parentheses.


Answers may vary.


What is sugar? (substance) ______________________________________________.

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66.

Select T for true or F for false for each sentence.


Metal absorbs water.

a)

T

b)

F

67.

Select T for true or F for false for each sentence.


Glass stretches easily.

a)

T

b)

F

68.

Select T for true or F for false for each sentence.


Scientists perform experiments.

a)

T

b)

F

69.

Select T for true or F for false for each sentence.


Rubber is a very rigid substance.

a)

T

b)

F

70.

Select T for true or F for false for each sentence.


If you drop a basketball on the floor, it will bounce.

a)

T

b)

F

71.

Select T for true or F for false for each sentence.


If a substance is heavier than water, it will sink when placed in water.

a)

T

b)

F

72.

Read the text and choose the best answer to each question.


In the US, it’s extremely easy to get approved for credit. Most Americans have several credit cards and other types of loans. In fact, most people use bank loans for big expenses, such as college education, automobiles, and homes.


Which statement is true according to the text?

a)

Credit is easy to get in the US.

b)

Most Americans aren’t in debt.

c)

Debt is nothing to worry about.

73.

Read the text and choose the best answer to each question.


If you find yourself in serious debt, the first thing you have to do is to stop using credit cards. Then, you must figure out exactly how much money you owe creditors and prioritize debts based on those with the highest interest rates and lowest balances.


What should a person who wants to get out of debt do first?

a)

Use credit cards minimally.

b)

Don’t use credit cards at all.

c)

Get a loan to pay off credit cards.

74.

Read the text and choose the best answer to each question.


After that, you have to calculate precisely how much money you earn and spend each month. Use this information to set up a budget, or spending plan, by carefully analyzing your spending habits and finding expenses that can be cut out or minimized. You might also decide to sell some items or work a little more to temporarily boost your income.


How does setting up a budget help reduce debt?

a)

It allows you to spend more.

b)

It lets you plan your spending.

c)

It keeps your money safe.

75.

Read the text and choose the best answer to each question.


Finally, you can begin paying down your debt. It’s best to focus extra payments on one high-interest account with a low balance, and pay it off. Then, move on to the next one, and so on, until you are out of debt completely.


What credit account should you pay off first?

a)

One with a high balance.

b)

One with low interest.

c)

One with a low balance and high interest.