WorksheetsC1.2-February revision
Total questions: 13
Worksheet time: 7mins
Which of these words is a synonym of "rip-off"?
Which word means "dark, obscure or morally questionable"? (for example, a government minister with a ……………………… past)
Something difficult or unpleasant that you have to deal with or worry about (for example, "The police cannot carry the ………………… of public safety alone").
an unpleasant situation that is difficult to get out of
windfall
indictment
predicament
If you appear in an advertisement, saying that you use and like a particular product, or you make a public statement of your approval or support for something or someone, you are ……………………………………………… this product, thing or person
endorsing
influencing
deterring
stealing your thunder from
It costs a(n)………………… $50,000 per week to keep the museum open to the public (an amount that is very shocking and surprising).
nerve-racking
overwhelming
staggering
As they were unable to pay the mortgage, the family was ………………… from their home and had to move in with relatives.
rejected
evicted
turned down
We've had an alarm installed to ………………………………… burglars from breaking in.
come to a halt
deter
caution
Piece of material, weak or not strong enough to be used for its main purpose.
flimsy
ruined
distorted
To look for something with the aim of getting it
to hang on
to pursue
to press forward
Amount of money given to somebody, usually to help pay for university studies.
budget
quotation
bursary
