WorksheetsEnglish Exam
Total questions: 100
Worksheet time: 50mins
urchin
poor and often mischievous city child
a descendent or heir
a person who dissents from some established policy
a very wealthy or powerful businessman
Which of these is inextricably connected or bound?
a bird's nest to the branch of a tree
a person with his genetic material
a toy engine to a set of train tracks
a child with a brand-new playmate
What would a sympathizer of a political candidate most likely do?
not take sides in the election
help her opponent get elected
show that he is related to her
help her get elected
While many banks are handing out stock awards instead of just cash, the move may not be enough to ________ the public.
placate
banter
violate
denounce
Which of the following is best described as budding?
a friendship in its early stages
a wedding that has nearly ended
a report that is circulating an industry
a tree that has lost its leaves
compartment means:
cubbyhole
sinkhole
watering hole
buttonhole
Which of the following activities would an urchin most likely pursue?
having high tea
farming the land
picking pockets
joining the army
Which of the following would one most likely peruse?
an exercise machine
a research article
a forest path
a parking ticket
brandish
curtail
clarify
wave
garnish
finicky means:
planetary
illegible
particular
impoverished
Which of these is best described as a contender?
the guy in the opposite corner of the boxing ring
the guy who is fixing the leaky sink in your house
the driver of the train you take to visit relatives
the student who helps you with your English essay
relentless means:
not to be placated or appeased or moved by entreaty
freed from false ideas
provided or supplied or equipped with
of or relating to or befitting citizens as individuals
Who would most likely be considered meticulous?
A pedestrian who finds a twenty-dollar bill on the sidewalk.
A student who double-checks every answer on her homework.
A teenager who spreads gossip about his friends.
A boy who constantly fights with his older brother.
Which of the following would most likely be considered a tactile experience?
listening to loud music
stroking a soft cat
squinting into the sun
tasting vanilla extract
A young child is most likely to topple which of the following?
his pacifier
his babysitter
his building made of blocks
his first paper-bound book
secluded means:
regardless
social
racist
secret
___ is a verb that means to toss many ideas around without focusing on just one. If you've ever brainstormed, you know what this is like — you ___ about different ideas until you find one that works.
(a)
When you speak of someone having ___ , it usually means that they communicate a sense of power or influence, particularly in the political sense. "You’ll wanna talk to that big guy over there if you want me to let you in. He’s got ___."
(a)
If you decide to leave the theater early to beat traffic, you’ll miss the (a) — the exciting final part of a theatrical performance.
There’s so much diversity, you might wonder how such a ________ collection of objects could serve as the basis of a coherent, overarching thesis.
paranoid
pompous
cosmetic
disparate
(a) has two opposite meanings. It is a formal word that means to read or examine something carefully, but it can also mean to read something casually and quickly.
When are you most likely to appreciate a rambling route?
while commuting to work
while taking someone to the hospital
while strolling in the park
while going to the airport
To ________ is to say something. And, if you say it well, someone might praise you by saying you are ________.
(a)
Which of the following would most likely be considered a heist?
complaining about something that can't be altered
robbing a painting from an art museum
selling stock after its value has increased
lifting building material at a construction site
(a)
(a)
(a)
(a)
(a)
(a)
They tried to discuss the issue calmly, but to no ___ .
au fait
avail
reaches
deliberation
Types of movies:
spaghetti western
chick flick
heist film
freeze frame
The front of the boxes had been cut out, allowing students to see their desks and exam sheets but restricting their vision, similar to (a) used on a horse.
When I asked my ten-year-old daughter for her take on things, she was slightly less (a) - winded.
We live in an apartment close to the historic centre, ___ a very small one.
albeit
though
Some kids sprayed graffiti on the community centre after they were told to leave. It was just tit for (a) .
Large crowds and traffic jams are just part and (a) of modern life, aren’t they?
The next thing I did wrong was to keep my outdoor shoes on. I suppose that’s not (a) of in the UK, but I was more concerned about the potential embarrassment of exposing my threadbare socks.
We all know that taking care of what you eat can deliver a h (a) of benefits in terms of health and well-being
(a) you should mention that. I just heard about it on the radio.
La Mundi? Oh yes, great restaurant is ___ .
it
that
there
He’s ___ their claims – he says it’s a conspiracy against him.
alleging
relating
repudiating
It’s a pretty dilapidated part of the city, but as I have so many incredible places on my (a) there’s nowhere else I’d rather be.
Although there was some initial reticence on the behalf of the team, slowly but (a) they are coming round to the idea.
What the kids did was completely unacceptable. We’re going to have to seriously (a) them to make sure it never happens again.
Sadly there’s no magic (a) for curing long-term illnesses. It requires a wholescale change in attitude.
Is it just a (a) that you don’t make too much eye contact with strangers?
far-
fledged
fetched
flung
headed
hard-
wired
blown
hitting
reaching
full-
page
sighted
earned
blown
When John first joined here I didn't (a) to him at all. He seemed very arrogant, actually.
Me and Jonno? Ah, we (a) straightaway – shared the same interests in sport, music, all kinds of stuff .
I’ve learnt, through bitter experience, that when you’re in a relationship, you need to meet people (a) . Being able to make concessions is so important, or you’re constantly bickering.
We’d hoped to get tickets for the premiere of his latest film, but it sold out within seconds. We’re ___ disappointed that we’ll miss it.
bitterly
vitally
prohibitively
fundamentally
I thoroughly enjoyed the trek, but Mark complained the whole time. His boots were ___ inadequate for the job, and he ended up with blisters.
hopelessly
predominantly
infinitely
greatly
(a)
(a)
- Have you thought about what you’re going to make the kids for dinner
- I’ll probably keep it pretty simple – Chloe’s really ___ about what she eats.
discerning
finicky
fussy
- So, we’re at this café, and John’s like ‘Let’s go Dutch.’ I mean, really.
- Sounds like him, right enough. He never offers to pay for anyone else; he’s so ___ .
nasty
nitpicking
stingy
I was really into fantasy books; you know Game of Thrones and the like. Some of them were massive tomes, but I’d (a) through a couple each month.
I’m not really the biggest reader. I’ll (a) into the same novel for about six months.
If you decide ___ going out for dinner, you’re welcome to eat with us.
about
against
I was very sceptical about their story, but after mulling it over I’m convinced ___ the truth of their account.
by
of
Most people are upset ___ the way that the situation has been handled.
about
with
I don’t feel confident ___ criticising her decision.
about
in
As an (a) predator , the European wolf plays a vital role in managing the ecosystem.
In the same year, Indiana turned to state prisoners to c (a) poultry infected with the avian flu.
(a) to say we were all very surprised by the news of their break-up.
(a) what may, your job here is safe.
If ___ be we can change our appointment for later.
need
needed
needs
I think that the problem is ___ linked to childhood trauma.
inextricably
unexpectedly
intrinsically
As a new generation of poets migrate from traditional publishing models, readers are spoilt for (a) .
The team played well for the first twenty minutes, but finally ___ under pressure.
capitulated
buckled
A political giant, he was ___ in his fight for equality.
determined
resolute
She’s got a ___ temper. You want to watch you don’t upset her.
mean
nasty
- Do you think they'll decide to close the school?
- On the (a) of it , it seems possible. It's not well-attended.
There was an unexpected ___ that had the audience reeling.
flashback
plot twist
plotline
Could you ___ over this? I don’t want to make any mistakes.
cast an eye
flick through
read up on
Our recommendation is that she ___ to the press until the details are clear.
not speak
speaks not
We were painfully (a) that there was something going on – they had barely spoken to each other all night.
She’s quite a valuable asset here. She prides herself ___ her knowledge of the local history.
in
on
I wouldn’t expect anything decisive from John, he tends to take the ___ of least resistance and just agree with the majority.
path
road
step
way
In that ___ I’m with you. But I reckon that there is definitely some scope for better managed projects working. Even here.
aspect
expect
respect
I could sit here and argue with you till the (a) come home, but it wouldn't solve anything.
Hold your (a) a minute, will you, and just take another look at this document.
Water, I once drank nothing but (a) for a whole week.
(a)
The worst film you’ve ever seen? Yes, I agree. It’s understandable you ___ that!
say
saying
to say
It’s crucial that two private cars ___ at the airport to pick up the A-listers.
be waiting
waiting
She blew me a kiss and s (a) out the door.
Ben had a come- (a) look, as if he were flirting.
The hotel was gorgeous. We had a ___ room with a large balcony overlooking the park.
well-appointed
rugged
rambling
We travelled miles by jeep across a rocky, ___ landscape where nothing grew.
pristine
barren
dense
___ , Einstein never failed mathematics classes in school.
Supposedly so
Contrary to popular belief
There is no doubt that
It is obvious that
Naturally blonde, my brother decided on a (a) to dye his hair bright blue last night.
- Does developing apps for smartphones pay well?
-Yes, it’s a (a) cow . I know someone who made thousands!
You can take either road; it’s ___.
six of one, half a dozen of the other
six of one, the other half of a dozen
the lesser of two evils
the least of two evils
He became the ___ guy for museum design not so much as a designer but as a dramaturge.
no-go
go-to
go-no-go
to-go
Which of the following is most likely to have catkins?
rocks
babies
cat
birch
Neither Tehran nor Washington is in a hurry to try a new ___. They have not given up on their underlying positions.
tact
tack
tat
