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WorksheetsBoost your Vocabulary Cambridge 14 - Test 4 - Passage 02
Total questions: 82
Worksheet time: 1hrs 22mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
Which word is a synonym for SPECIES in this sentence: In my view, it is perfectly possible for many SPECIES of animals living in zoos or wildlife parks to have a quality of life as high as, or higher than, in the wild.
a)
tyre
b)
type
c)
installation
d)
sandy
2.
Which word is a synonym for WILDLIFE in this sentence: In my view, it is perfectly possible for many species of animals living in zoos or WILDLIFE parks to have a quality of life as high as, or higher than, in the wild.
a)
differ
b)
nature
c)
beneath
d)
cushion
3.
Which word is a synonym for DIET in this sentence: Animals in good zoos get a varied and high-quality DIET with all the supplements required, and any illnesses they might have will be treated.
a)
plumber
b)
astound
c)
plunder
d)
food and drink
4.
Which word is a synonym for SUPPLEMENTS in this sentence: Animals in good zoos get a varied and high-quality diet with all the SUPPLEMENTS required, and any illnesses they might have will be treated.
a)
conveyance
b)
refreshment
c)
retail
d)
addition
5.
Which word is a synonym for REQUIRED in this sentence: Animals in good zoos get a varied and high-quality diet with all the supplements REQUIRED, and any illnesses they might have will be treated.
a)
need
b)
propel
c)
feat
d)
ailment
6.
Which word is a synonym for TREATED in this sentence: Animals in good zoos get a varied and high-quality diet with all the supplements required, and any illnesses they might have will be TREATED.
a)
feature
b)
refute
c)
cure
d)
evaluate
7.
Which word is a synonym for RESTRICTED in this sentence: Their movement might be somewhat RESTRICTED, but they have a safe environment in which to live, and they are spared bullying and social ostracism by others of their kind.
a)
detriment
b)
famine
c)
stimulation
d)
limit
8.
Which word is a synonym for BULLYING in this sentence: Their movement might be somewhat restricted, but they have a safe environment in which to live, and they are spared BULLYING and social ostracism by others of their kind.
a)
resolve
b)
dose
c)
frighten
d)
meticulous
9.
Which word is a synonym for OSTRACISM in this sentence: Their movement might be somewhat restricted, but they have a safe environment in which to live, and they are spared bullying and social OSTRACISM by others of their kind.
a)
isolation
b)
maple
c)
ratio
d)
repetition
10.
Which word is a synonym for SUFFER FROM in this sentence: They do not SUFFER FROM the threat or stress of predators, or the irritation and pain of parasites or injuries.
a)
undergo
b)
urgent
c)
canvas
d)
found
11.
Which word is a synonym for THREAT in this sentence: They do not suffer from the THREAT or stress of predators, or the irritation and pain of parasites or injuries.
a)
danger
b)
plunge
c)
conservation
d)
supplement
12.
Which word is a synonym for IRRITATION in this sentence: They do not suffer from the threat or stress of predators, or the IRRITATION and pain of parasites or injuries.
a)
nuisance
b)
immigration
c)
grant
d)
maple
13.
Which word is a synonym for CAPTIVE in this sentence: The average CAPTIVE animal will have a greater life expectancy compared with its wild counterpart, and will not die of drought, of starvation or in the jaws of a predator.
a)
postpone
b)
caged
c)
crumble
d)
emancipation
14.
Which word is a synonym for LIFE EXPECTANCY in this sentence: The average captive animal will have a greater LIFE EXPECTANCY compared with its wild counterpart, and will not die of drought, of starvation or in the jaws of a predator.
a)
practical
b)
criminal
c)
reactionary
d)
lifetime
15.
Which word is a synonym for COUNTERPART in this sentence: The average captive animal will have a greater life expectancy compared with its wild COUNTERPART, and will not die of drought, of starvation or in the jaws of a predator.
a)
innumerable
b)
colleague
c)
grasp
d)
confident
16.
Which word is a synonym for STARVATION in this sentence: The average captive animal will have a greater life expectancy compared with its wild counterpart, and will not die of drought, of STARVATION or in the jaws of a predator.
a)
insufficient
b)
hunger
c)
decent
d)
obstinate
17.
Which word is a synonym for NASTY in this sentence: A lot of very NASTY things happen to truly 'wild' animals that simply don't happen in good zoos, and to view a life that is 'free' as one that is automatically 'good' is, I think, an error.
a)
dangerous
b)
ferry
c)
massacre
d)
terrify
18.
Which word is a synonym for SERVE in this sentence: Furthermore, zoos SERVE several key purposes.
a)
perform
b)
pollute
c)
splash
d)
rigorous
19.
Which word is a synonym for AID in this sentence: Firstly, zoos AID conservation.
a)
swear
b)
support
c)
engrave
d)
reproduce
20.
Which word is a synonym for CONSERVATION in this sentence: Firstly, zoos aid CONSERVATION.
a)
glorious
b)
rotary
c)
preservation
d)
piston
21.
Which word is a synonym for COLOSSAL in this sentence: COLOSSAL numbers of species are becoming extinct across the world, and many more are increasingly threatened and therefore risk extinction.
a)
moisture
b)
huge
c)
novel
d)
beverage
22.
Which word is a synonym for EXTINCT in this sentence: Colossal numbers of species are becoming EXTINCT across the world, and many more are increasingly threatened and therefore risk extinction.
a)
inexistent
b)
reptile
c)
terrific
d)
typhoon
23.
Which word is a synonym for THREATENED in this sentence: Colossal numbers of species are becoming extinct across the world, and many more are increasingly THREATENED and therefore risk extinction.
a)
meek
b)
realm
c)
frighten
d)
valve
24.
Which word is a synonym for RISK in this sentence: Colossal numbers of species are becoming extinct across the world, and many more are increasingly threatened and therefore RISK extinction.
a)
skull
b)
sort
c)
suffer from
d)
considerably
25.
Which word is a synonym for EXTINCTION in this sentence: Colossal numbers of species are becoming extinct across the world, and many more are increasingly threatened and therefore risk EXTINCTION.
a)
section
b)
disappearance
c)
clearance
d)
baggage
26.
Which word is a synonym for COLLAPSES in this sentence: Moreover, some of these COLLAPSES have been sudden, dramatic and unexpected, or were simply discovered very late in the day.
a)
malicious
b)
disorder
c)
imprisonment
d)
illness
27.
Which word is a synonym for SUDDEN in this sentence: Moreover, some of these collapses have been SUDDEN, dramatic and unexpected, or were simply discovered very late in the day.
a)
unexpected
b)
skyscraper
c)
proclaim
d)
marble
28.
Which word is a synonym for DRAMATIC in this sentence: Moreover, some of these collapses have been sudden, DRAMATIC and unexpected, or were simply discovered very late in the day.
a)
remarkable
b)
resist
c)
bankrupt
d)
kangaroo
29.
Which word is a synonym for BREED in this sentence: A species protected in captivity can be BRED up to provide a reservoir population against a population crash or extinction in the wild.
a)
reproduce
b)
shallow
c)
anchor
d)
simulate
30.
Which word is a synonym for REINTRODUCED in this sentence: Still more only exist in the wild because they have been REINTRODUCED from zoos, or have wild populations that have been boosted by captive bred animals.
a)
contradiction
b)
provision
c)
deflect
d)
restore
31.
Which word is a synonym for BOOSTED in this sentence: Still more only exist in the wild because they have been reintroduced from zoos, or have wild populations that have been BOOSTED by captive bred animals.
a)
suck
b)
attend
c)
devotion
d)
increase
32.
Which word is a synonym for PROVES in this sentence: Although reintroduction successes are few and far between, the numbers are increasing, and the very fact that species have been saved or reintroduced as a result of captive breeding PROVES the value of such initiatives.
a)
glimpse
b)
show
c)
relinquish
d)
adore
33.
Which word is a synonym for INITIATIVE in this sentence: Although reintroduction successes are few and far between, the numbers are increasing, and the very fact that species have been saved or reintroduced as a result of captive breeding proves the value of such INITIATIVEs.
a)
appropriate
b)
crimson
c)
negligible
d)
plan
34.
Which word is a synonym for BEYOND in this sentence: Zoos also provide education. Many children and adults, especially those in cities, will never see a wild animal BEYOND a fox or pigeon.
a)
gutter
b)
liner
c)
impartial
d)
other than
35.
Which word is a synonym for DOCUMENTARIES in this sentence: While it is true that television DOCUMENTARIES are becoming ever more detailed and impressive, and many natural history specimens are on display in museums, there really is nothing to compare with seeing a living creature in the flesh, hearing it, smelling it, watching what it does and having the time to absorb details.
a)
rapture
b)
multiple
c)
film
d)
single
36.
Which word is a synonym for DETAILED in this sentence: While it is true that television documentaries are becoming ever more DETAILED and impressive, and many natural history specimens are on display in museums, there really is nothing to compare with seeing a living creature in the flesh, hearing it, smelling it, watching what it does and having the time to absorb details.
a)
thorough
b)
observance
c)
structural
d)
swell
37.
Which word is a synonym for IMPRESSIVE, in this sentence: While it is true that television documentaries are becoming ever more detailed and IMPRESSIVE, and many natural history specimens are on display in museums, there really is nothing to compare with seeing a living creature in the flesh, hearing it, smelling it, watching what it does and having the time to absorb details.
a)
irritate
b)
outright
c)
vaccinate
d)
remarkable
38.
Which word is a synonym for SPECIMENS in this sentence: While it is true that television documentaries are becoming ever more detailed and impressive, and many natural history SPECIMENS are on display in museums, there really is nothing to compare with seeing a living creature in the flesh, hearing it, smelling it, watching what it does and having the time to absorb details.
a)
solidarity
b)
crush
c)
sample
d)
corrupt
39.
Which word is a synonym for CREATURE in this sentence: While it is true that television documentaries are becoming ever more detailed and impressive, and many natural history specimens are on display in museums, there really is nothing to compare with seeing a living CREATURE in the flesh, hearing it, smelling it, watching what it does and having the time to absorb details.
a)
migrate
b)
conceal
c)
flesh
d)
animal
40.
Which word is a synonym for IN THE FLESH in this sentence: While it is true that television documentaries are becoming ever more detailed and impressive, and many natural history specimens are on display in museums, there really is nothing to compare with seeing a living creature IN THE FLESH, hearing it, smelling it, watching what it does and having the time to absorb details.
a)
brown
b)
prey
c)
in person
d)
resident
41.
Which word is a synonym for ABSORB in this sentence: While it is true that television documentaries are becoming ever more detailed and impressive, and many natural history specimens are on display in museums, there really is nothing to compare with seeing a living creature in the flesh, hearing it, smelling it, watching what it does and having the time to ABSORB details.
a)
enforce
b)
descend
c)
understand
d)
superb
42.
Which word is a synonym for PERSPECTIVE in this sentence: That alone will bring a greater understanding and PERSPECTIVE to many, and hopefully give them a greater appreciation for wildlife, conservation efforts and how they can contribute.
a)
laborer
b)
proclaim
c)
graph
d)
aspect
43.
Which word is a synonym for APPRECIATION in this sentence: That alone will bring a greater understanding and perspective to many, and hopefully give them a greater APPRECIATION for wildlife, conservation efforts and how they can contribute.
a)
thankfulness
b)
nomination
c)
substantiate
d)
sparkle
44.
Which word is a synonym for CONTRIBUTE in this sentence: That alone will bring a greater understanding and perspective to many, and hopefully give them a greater appreciation for wildlife, conservation efforts and how they can CONTRIBUTE.
a)
support
b)
foretell
c)
mourn
d)
detect
45.
Which word is a synonym for TAKE PLACE in this sentence: In addition to this, there is also the education that can TAKE PLACE in zoos through signs, talks and presentations which directly communicate information to visitors about the animals they are seeing and their place in the world.
a)
stuffy
b)
happen
c)
crew
d)
massive
46.
Which word is a synonym for COMMUNICATE in this sentence: In addition to this, there is also the education that can take place in zoos through signs, talks and presentations which directly COMMUNICATE information to visitors about the animals they are seeing and their place in the world.
a)
reveal
b)
lubricate
c)
tribe
d)
incense
47.
Which word is a synonym for LACKING in this sentence: This was an area where zoos used to be LACKING, but they are now increasingly sophisticated in their communication and outreach work.
a)
prosperous
b)
gratitude
c)
absent
d)
ruin
48.
Which word is a synonym for SOPHISTICATED in this sentence: This was an area where zoos used to be lacking, but they are now increasingly SOPHISTICATED in their communication and outreach work.
a)
pony
b)
granite
c)
complicated
d)
ruinous
49.
Which word is a synonym for KEEPERS in this sentence: Many zoos also work directly to educate conservation workers in other countries, or send their animal KEEPERS abroad to contribute their knowledge and skills to those working in zoos and reserves, thereby helping to improve conditions and reintroductions all over the world.
a)
hindrance
b)
hardy
c)
guard
d)
commandment
50.
Which word is a synonym for THEREBY in this sentence: Many zoos also work directly to educate conservation workers in other countries, or send their animal keepers abroad to contribute their knowledge and skills to those working in zoos and reserves, THEREBY helping to improve conditions and reintroductions all over the world.
a)
retain
b)
imitate
c)
illiterate
d)
as a result
51.
Which word is a synonym for RESTORE in this sentence: If we are to save wild species and RESTORE and repair ecosystems we need to know about how key species live, act and react.
a)
recover
b)
levy
c)
clockwise
d)
momentous
52.
Which word is a synonym for ECOSYSTEMS in this sentence: If we are to save wild species and restore and repair ECOSYSTEMS we need to know about how key species live, act and react.
a)
submarine
b)
environment
c)
guilt
d)
idle
53.
Which word is a synonym for REACT in this sentence: If we are to save wild species and restore and repair ecosystems we need to know about how key species live, act and REACT.
a)
demonstrate
b)
respond
c)
hoe
d)
onset
54.
Which word is a synonym for UNDERTAKE in this sentence: Being able to UNDERTAKE research on animals in zoos where there is less risk and fewer variables means real changes can be effected on wild populations.
a)
potentiality
b)
firm
c)
timber
d)
accept
55.
Which word is a synonym for VARIABLES in this sentence: Being able to undertake research on animals in zoos where there is less risk and fewer VARIABLES means real changes can be effected on wild populations.
a)
hose
b)
primitive
c)
sandy
d)
change
56.
Which word is a synonym for BREEDING RATE in this sentence: Finding out about, for example, the oestrus cycle of an animal or its BREEDING RATE helps us manage wild populations.
a)
perimeter
b)
hesitant
c)
prominent
d)
birth rate
57.
Which word is a synonym for PROCEDURES in this sentence: PROCEDURES such as capturing and moving at-risk or dangerous individuals are bolstered by knowledge gained in zoos about doses for anaesthetics, and by experience in handling and transporting animals.
a)
method
b)
resentment
c)
stride
d)
resolution
58.
Which word is a synonym for CAPTURING in this sentence: Procedures such as CAPTURING and moving at-risk or dangerous individuals are bolstered by knowledge gained in zoos about doses for anaesthetics, and by experience in handling and transporting animals.
a)
arrest
b)
merchant
c)
validity
d)
gorge
59.
Which word is a synonym for BOLSTERED in this sentence: Procedures such as capturing and moving at-risk or dangerous individuals are BOLSTERED by knowledge gained in zoos about doses for anaesthetics, and by experience in handling and transporting animals.
a)
task
b)
barrel
c)
ardent
d)
boost
60.
Which word is a synonym for EXPERIENCE in this sentence: Procedures such as capturing and moving at-risk or dangerous individuals are bolstered by knowledge gained in zoos about doses for anaesthetics, and by EXPERIENCE in handling and transporting animals.
a)
knowledge
b)
explode
c)
bang
d)
tribe
61.
Which word is a synonym for HANDLING in this sentence: Procedures such as capturing and moving at-risk or dangerous individuals are bolstered by knowledge gained in zoos about doses for anaesthetics, and by experience in HANDLING and transporting animals.
a)
control
b)
piston
c)
medium
d)
underlying
62.
Which word is a synonym for TRANSPORTING in this sentence: Procedures such as capturing and moving at-risk or dangerous individuals are bolstered by knowledge gained in zoos about doses for anaesthetics, and by experience in handling and TRANSPORTING animals.
a)
ankle
b)
move
c)
corrode
d)
appetite
63.
Which word is a synonym for REDUCTION in this sentence: This can make a real difference to conservation efforts and to the REDUCTION of human-animal conflicts, and can provide a knowledge base for helping with the increasing threats of habitat destruction and other problems
a)
carton
b)
frown
c)
diverge
d)
decrease
64.
Which word is a synonym for CONFLICTS, in this sentence: This can make a real difference to conservation efforts and to the reduction of human-animal CONFLICTS, and can provide a knowledge base for helping with the increasing threats of habitat destruction and other problems
a)
disagreement
b)
antique
c)
faithful
d)
postage
65.
Which word is a synonym for BASE in this sentence: This can make a real difference to conservation efforts and to the reduction of human-animal conflicts, and can provide a knowledge BASE for helping with the increasing threats of habitat destruction and other problems
a)
innovation
b)
root
c)
skip
d)
hitchhike
66.
Which word is a synonym for HABITAT in this sentence: This can make a real difference to conservation efforts and to the reduction of human-animal conflicts, and can provide a knowledge base for helping with the increasing threats of HABITAT destruction and other problems
a)
arise
b)
home
c)
perfume
d)
plantation
67.
Which word is a synonym for DESTRUCTION in this sentence: This can make a real difference to conservation efforts and to the reduction of human-animal conflicts, and can provide a knowledge base for helping with the increasing threats of habitat DESTRUCTION and other problems
a)
ruin
b)
riddle
c)
occupation
d)
beforehand
68.
Which word is a synonym for ONGOING in this sentence: In conclusion, considering the many ONGOING global threats to the environment, it is hard for me to see zoos as anything other than essential to the long-term survival of numerous species.
a)
grieve
b)
clay
c)
continuing
d)
purchase
69.
Which word is a synonym for GLOBAL in this sentence: In conclusion, considering the many ongoing GLOBAL threats to the environment, it is hard for me to see zoos as anything other than essential to the long-term survival of numerous species.
a)
bulk
b)
worldwide
c)
carrot
d)
arrogant
70.
Which word is a synonym for ESSENTIAL in this sentence: In conclusion, considering the many ongoing global threats to the environment, it is hard for me to see zoos as anything other than ESSENTIAL to the long-term survival of numerous species.
a)
owl
b)
solicitor
c)
permissive
d)
fundamental
71.
Which word is a synonym for LONG-TERM in this sentence: In conclusion, considering the many ongoing global threats to the environment, it is hard for me to see zoos as anything other than essential to the LONG-TERM survival of numerous species.
a)
lasting
b)
butterfly
c)
potential
d)
carry
72.
Which word is a synonym for SURVIVAL in this sentence: In conclusion, considering the many ongoing global threats to the environment, it is hard for me to see zoos as anything other than essential to the long-term SURVIVAL of numerous species.
a)
existence
b)
specialized
c)
parachute
d)
vacuum
73.
Which word is a synonym for NUMEROUS in this sentence: In conclusion, considering the many ongoing global threats to the environment, it is hard for me to see zoos as anything other than essential to the long-term survival of NUMEROUS species.
a)
flame
b)
candidate
c)
throat
d)
many
74.
Which word is a synonym for VITAL in this sentence: They are VITAL not just in terms of protecting animals, but as a means of learning about them to aid those still in the wild, as well as educating and informing the general population about these animals and their world so that they can assist or at least accept the need to be more environmentally conscious.
a)
peel
b)
progressive
c)
genius
d)
essential
75.
Which word is a synonym for IN TERMS OF in this sentence: They are vital not just IN TERMS OF protecting animals, but as a means of learning about them to aid those still in the wild, as well as educating and informing the general population about these animals and their world so that they can assist or at least accept the need to be more environmentally conscious.
a)
pillar
b)
menace
c)
portray
d)
with regard to
76.
Which word is a synonym for INFORMING in this sentence: They are vital not just in terms of protecting animals, but as a means of learning about them to aid those still in the wild, as well as educating and INFORMING the general population about these animals and their world so that they can assist or at least accept the need to be more environmentally conscious.
a)
recite
b)
tell
c)
contemplate
d)
bankrupt
77.
Which word is a synonym for ASSIST in this sentence: They are vital not just in terms of protecting animals, but as a means of learning about them to aid those still in the wild, as well as educating and informing the general population about these animals and their world so that they can ASSIST or at least accept the need to be more environmentally conscious.
a)
help
b)
summon
c)
confirmation
d)
distraction
78.
Which word is a synonym for ACCEPT in this sentence: They are vital not just in terms of protecting animals, but as a means of learning about them to aid those still in the wild, as well as educating and informing the general population about these animals and their world so that they can assist or at least ACCEPT the need to be more environmentally conscious.
a)
nomination
b)
diversion
c)
respectively
d)
consent
79.
Which word is a synonym for CONSCIOUS in this sentence: They are vital not just in terms of protecting animals, but as a means of learning about them to aid those still in the wild, as well as educating and informing the general population about these animals and their world so that they can assist or at least accept the need to be more environmentally CONSCIOUS.
a)
satellite
b)
nourish
c)
fancy
d)
aware
80.
Which word is a synonym for FEW AND FAR BETWEEN in this sentence: Although reintroduction successes are FEW AND FAR BETWEEN, the numbers are increasing, and the very fact that species have been saved or reintroduced as a result of captive breeding proves the value of such initiatives.
a)
rare
b)
project
c)
meadow
d)
rebuke
81.
Which word is a synonym for VARIED in this sentence: Animals in good zoos get a VARIED and high-quality diet with all the supplements required, and any illnesses they might have will be treated.
a)
brute
b)
repel
c)
scotch
d)
diverse
82.
Which word is a synonym for SOMEWHAT in this sentence: Their movement might be SOMEWHAT restricted, but they have a safe environment in which to live, and they are spared bullying and social ostracism by others of their kind.
a)
rail
b)
conscientious
c)
hospitality
d)
to some extent
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