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Class
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1.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

He was asked to account for his presence at the scene of crime.

 

A.   complain  B.   exchange  C.   explain      D.arrange

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

2.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

The teacher gave some suggestions on what could come out for the examination.

A.   effects                  B.   symptoms            

C.   hints                     D. demonstrations

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

3.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

I’ll take the new job whose salary is fantastic.

A.   reasonable            B.   acceptable           

C.  pretty high            D. wonderful

 

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

4.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions. 

Câu 1: Because Jack defaulted on his loan, the bank took him to court. 

A.  failed to pay         B.  paid in full           

C.  had  a bad personality       D. was paid much money

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

5.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions. 

His career in the illicit drug trade ended with the police raid this morning . 

A.   elicited     B.   irregular    C.   secret        D. legal

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

6.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions. 

The government is not prepared to tolerate this situation any longer. 

A.  look down on           B.  put up with            

C.  take away from       D. give on to

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

7.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions. 

I clearly remember talking to him in a chance meeting last summer.

A.   unplanned            B.   deliberate            

C.   accidental             D. unintentional

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

8.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions. 

I could see the finish line and thought I was home and dry. 

A.   hopeless   B.   hopeful     C.   successful             D. unsuccessful

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

9.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions. 

Carpets from countries such as Persia and Afghanistan often fetch high prices in the United States. 

A.   Artifacts               B.   Pottery    

C.   Rugs                     D. Textiles

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

10.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions. 

Though many scientific breakthroughs have resulted from mishaps it has taken brilliant thinkers to recognize their potential. 

A.   accidents              B.   misunderstandings          

C.   incidentals            D. misfortunes

 

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

11.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions. 

The shop assistant was totally bewildered by the customer's behavior.

A. disgusted    B. puzzled           C. angry           D. upset

 

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

12.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions. 

He didn't bat an eyelid when he realized he failed the exam again.

A.  wasn't  happy        B.  didn't  want to see           

C.  didn't show surprise         D. didn't care

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

13.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions. 

Ralph Nader was the most prominent leader of the U.S consumer protection movement.

A.   casual      B. significant         C. promiscuous      D. aggressive

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

14.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word (s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

The International Organizations are going to be in a temporary way in the country. 

A.   soak          B.   permanent      C.   complicated          D. guess

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

15.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word (s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

The US troops are using much more sophisticated weapons in the Far East.

A.   expensive             B.   complicated         

C. simple and easy  to use     D. difficult to operate

 

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

16.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

 

Câu 1: Tourists today flock  to see the two falls that actually constitute Niagara falls. 

A.    come without knowing what they will see 

B.    come in large numbers 

C.    come out of boredom 

D.    come by plane

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

17.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

Around 150 B.C. the Greek astronomer Hipparchus developed a system to classify stars according to brightness.

 

A.   record       B.   shine         C.   categorize             D. diversify

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

18.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

She is always diplomatic when she deals with angry students.

 

A.   strict         B.   outspoken             C.   firm                      D. tactful

 

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

19.

Choose the word that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part in the following sentences.

Câu 1: In remote communities, it's important to replenish stocks before the winter sets in.

 

A.   remake     B.    empty      C.   refill          D. repeat

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

20.

Choose the word that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part in the following sentences.

There has been no discernible improvement in the noise levels since lorries were banned.

 

A.   clear         B.   obvious                 C.   thin           D. insignificant

 

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

21.

Choose the word that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in the following questions

 

Roget's Thesaurus, a collection of English words and phrases, was originally arranged by the ideas they express rather than by alphabetical order.

 

A.    restricted             B.  as well as              C.   unless                   D.  instead of

 

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

22.

Choose the word that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in the following questions

With the dawn of space exploration, the notion that atmospheric conditions on Earth may be unique in the solar system was strengthened.

A.   outcome   B.   continuation         C.   beginning             D. expansion

 

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

23.

Choose the word that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in the following questions

Let's wait here for her; I'm sure she'll turn up before long.

 

A.   arrive        B.   return        C.   enter         D. visit

 

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

24.

Choose the word that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in the following questions

This tapestry has a very complicated pattern.

A.   obsolete        B.   intricate         C.   ultimate       D. appropriate

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

25.

Choose the word that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in the following questions

During the Great Depression, there were many wanderers who traveled on the railroads and camped along the tracks.

 

A.   veterans               B.   tyros         C.   vagabonds      D. zealots

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

26.

Choose the word that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in the following questions

We decided to pay for the furniture on the installment plan.

A.  monthly payment             B.  cash and carry     

C.  credit  card            D. piece by piece

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

27.

Choose the word that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in the following questions

The last week of classes is always very busy because students are taking examinations, making applications to the University, and extending their visas.

 

A.   hectic       B.   eccentric  C.   fanatic      D. prolific

 

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

28.

Choose the word that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in the following questions

The drought was finally over as the fall brought in some welcome rain.

 

A.   heatware  B.   harvest      C.   summer     D.  aridity

 

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

29.

Choose the word that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in the following questions

When their rent increased from 200 to 400 a month, they protested against such a tremendous

increase.

 

A.   light          B.   huge         C.    tiring        D. difficult

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

30.

Choose the word that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in the following questions

: In 1952, Akihito was officially proclaimed heir to the Japanese throne. 

A.   installed      B.   declared        C.   denounced       D. advised

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

31.

Choose the word that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in the following questions

The augmentation in the population has created a fuel shortage. 

A.   increase      B.    necessity        C.   demand      D. decrease

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

32.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

 

She had a cozy little apartment in Boston.

 

A.   uncomfortable      B.   warm        C.   lazy           D. dirty

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

33.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

He was so insubordinate that he lost his job within a week.

 

A.   fresh         B.   disobedient          C.   obedient               D. understanding

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

34.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

There is growing concern about the way man has destroyed the environment.

 

A.   ease      B.   attraction      C.   consideration        D. speculation

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

35.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

: Fruit and vegetables grew in abundance on the island. The islanders even exported the surplus.

 

A.  large  quantity       B.  small  quantity      C.   excess       D. sufficiency

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

36.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

 

If we had taken his sage advice, we wouldn’t be in so much trouble now. 

A.   willing      B.   sturdy       C.   wise          D. eager

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

37.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

A mediocre student who gets low grades will have trouble getting into an Ivy League college.

 

A.    average                B.   lazy           C.   moronic                D. diligent

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

38.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

The politician’s conviction for tax fraud jeopardized his future in public life.

A.   rejuvenated          B.   penalized             

C.   jettisoned             D. endangered

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

39.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

 

During the five- decade history the Asian Games have been advancing in all aspects. 

A.  holding  at             B.  holding  back        C.  holding  to             D. holding by

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

40.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

The distinction between schooling and education implied by this remark is important.

 

A.   explicit                 B.   implicit                 C.   obscure                 D. odd

 

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

41.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

A chronic lack of sleep may make us  irritable and reduces our motivation to work. 

A.   uncomfortable            B.   responsive                  C.   calm                           D. miserable

 

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

42.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

Population growth rates  vary among regions and even among countries within the same region.

A.   restrain                 B.  stay unchanged                C.  remain  unstable                D. fluctuate

 

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

43.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions. 

This is the instance where big, obvious non-verbal signals are appropriate. A. B. C. D. matter 

A.   situation                      B.   attention                    C.   place                          D. matter

 

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

44.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions. 

He had never experienced such discourtesy towards the president as it occurred at the annual meeting in May.

A.   politeness                    B.   rudeness                     C.   encouragement          D. measurement

 

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

45.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions. 

Parents  interpret facial and vocal expressions as indicators of how a baby is feeling. 

A.   translate    B.   understand     C.   read          D. comprehend

 

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

46.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE  in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

Unless the two signatures are identical, the bank won’t honor the check.

 

A.   similar      B.   different   C.   fake          D. genuine

 

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

47.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE  in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

Strongly advocating  health foods, Jane doesn’t eat any chocolate.

A.   supporting            B.   impugning            C.    advising               D. denying

 

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

48.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the italic part in each of the following questions

 

He didn’t bat an eye when he realized he failed the exam again. 

A.  didn’t show surprise        B. didn’t want to see 

C.  didn’t  care                        D. wasn’t happy

 

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

49.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the italic part in each of the following questions

The notice should be put in the most conspicuous place so that all the students can be well- informed.

A.   popular     B.    suspicious            C.  easily seen            D. beautiful

 

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

50.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the italic part in each of the following questions

I think we have solved this problem once and for all.

 

A.   forever  B.   for goods             C.   temporarily           D. in the end

 

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

51.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE  in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

He decided not to buy the fake watch and wait until he had more money. 

A.   authentic      B.   forger     C.   faulty                    D. original

 

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

52.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE  in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

Her father likes the head cabbage rare. 

A.    over-boiled          B.   precious        C.   scarce           D. scare

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

53.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions. 

The law applies to everyone irrespective of race, creed, or colour. 

A.   disrespectful        B.   regardless            

C.   considering                       D. in spite

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

54.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions. 

His patents completely believe in him. He can do things at random.

A.  at  stake     B.  at  will       C.    at once     D. at hand

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

55.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions. 

Have you ever read about a famous general in Chinese history who was very incredulous?

A.    unimaginable       B.   excellent               C.   incredible             D. skeptical

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

56.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

There are several different kinds of faults in reading which are usually more exaggerated with foreign learners.

a)
overestimated
b)
understated
c)
overemphasized
d)
undertaken
57.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

Whatever the activity level, all types of hobbies can require high levels of expertise.

a)
incapable
b)
incompetence
c)
expertness
d)
skillfulness
58.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

The organization has the authority to manage and regulate new and existing free trade agreements, to supervise world trade practices and to settle trade disputes among member states.

a)
prolong
b)
strengthen
c)
reconcile
d)
augment
59.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

With its various activities, the Camp has set up a stronger regional identity by raising youth’s awareness of Southeast Asia’s history and heritage.

a)
heredity
b)
tradition
c)
endowment
d)
bequest
60.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

All the presentations and activities at the ASEAN Youth in January 2006 Camp echoed that theme named “Water and the Arts”.

a)
reflected
b)
mentioned
c)
illustrated
d)
remembered
61.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

We offer a speedy and secure service of transferring money in less than 24 hours.

a)
uninterested
b)
unsure
c)
slow
d)
open
62.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

There is growing concern about the way man has destroyed the environment.

a)
ease
b)
attraction
c)
consideration
d)
speculation
63.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

As a government official, Benjamin Franklin often traveled abroad

a)
widely
b)
secretly
c)
alone
d)
overseas
64.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions. American poet James Merrily received critical acclaim for his work entitled Jim's Book.

a)
advice
b)
disapproval
c)
praise
d)
attention
65.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

The lost hikers stayed alive by eating wild berries and drinking spring water.

a)
connived
b)
survived
c)
surprised
d)
revived
66.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

During the earthquake, a lot of buildings collapsed, which killed thousands of people.

a)
went off accidentally
b)
fell down unexpectedly
c)
exploded suddenly
d)
erupted violently
67.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

My mom is always bad-tempered when I leave my room untidy.

a)
feeling embarrassed
b)
talking too much
c)
very happy and satisfied
d)
easily annoyed or irritated
68.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

Smoking has been banned in public places in some countries.

a)
made illegal
b)
limited
c)
restricted
d)
given way
69.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

Sometimes when I hear the news, I feel very miserable.

a)
confused
b)
frightened
c)
upset
d)
disappointed
70.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

A woman had a narrow escape when the car came round the corner.

a)
was hurt
b)
was nearly hurt
c)
ran away
d)
bumped into the car
71.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

The rocket steepened its ascent.

a)
descent
b)
decent
c)
decant
d)
dissent
72.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

The plane landed safely.

a)
touched down
b)
took off
c)
Both A and B
d)
Neither A nor B
73.

Find the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

There was nothing they could do but leave the car at the roadside where it had broken down.

a)
except
b)
instead of
c)
than
d)
unless
74.

Find the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

The boy was brought up with a family in the countryside.

a)
reared
b)
bred
c)
raised
d)
grown
75.

Find the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

Snow forced many drivers to abandon their vehicles.

a)
leave
b)
stop
c)
sell
d)
hide
76.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

He decided not to buy the fake watch and wait until he had more money.

a)
authentic
b)
forger
c)
faulty
d)
original
77.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

Her father likes the head cabbage rare.

a)
over-boiled
b)
precious
c)
scarce
d)
scare
78.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

The law applies to everyone irrespective of race, creed, or colour.

a)
disrespectful
b)
regardless
c)
considering
d)
in spite
79.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

His patents completely believe in him. He can do things at random.

a)
at stake
b)
at will
c)
at once
d)
at hand
80.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

Have you ever read about a famous general in Chinese history who was very incredulous?

a)
unimaginable
b)
excellent
c)
incredible
d)
skeptical
81.

Choose the word that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in the following questions

The air conditioner Mary has just bought is very hard to use.

a)
boring
b)
difficult
c)
simple
d)
easy
82.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

Let's wait here for her; I'm sure she'll turn up before long.

a)
return
b)
arrive
c)
visit
d)
enter
83.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

Population growth rates vary among regions and even among countries within the same region.

a)
restrain
b)
stay unchanged
c)
remain unstable
d)
fluctuate
84.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

In some countries, the disease burden could be prevented through environmental improvements.

a)
something to stiffer
b)
something enjoyable
c)
something sad
d)
something to entertain
85.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

The works of such men as the English philosophers John Locke and Thomas Hobbes helped pave the way for academic freedom in the modern sense.

a)
terminate
b)
prevent
c)
initiate
d)
lighten
86.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

E-cash cards are the main means of all transactions in a cashless society.

a)
cash-starved
b)
cash-strapped
c)
cash-in-hand
d)
cash-free
87.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

Many scientists agree that global warming poses great threats to all species on Earth.

a)
risks
b)
annoyances
c)
fears
d)
irritations
88.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following

It was apparent from her face that she was really upset.

a)
obvious
b)
indistinct
c)
transparent
d)
evident
89.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

My cousin tends to look on the bright side in any circumstance.

a)
be optimistic
b)
be pessimistic
c)
be confident
d)
be smart
90.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

I think the medicine is beginning to wear off.

a)
stop being effective
b)
take effect
c)
be put in a bottle
d)
be swallowed
91.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

"What I've got to say to you now is strictly off the record and most certainly not for publication," said the government official to the reporter.

a)
beside the point
b)
not recorded
c)
not popular
d)
not yet official
92.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

A lack of qualifications can be a major obstacle to finding a job

a)
impediment
b)
encouragement
c)
impetus
d)
assistance
93.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

With the dawn of space exploration, the notion that atmospheric conditions on Earth may be unique in the solar system was strengthened

a)
expansion
b)
beginning
c)
continuation
d)
outcome
94.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

The teacher gave some suggestions on what could come out for the examination.

a)
effects
b)
symptoms
c)
hints
d)
demonstrations
95.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

The warranty guaranteed that all defective parts would be replaced without charge.

a)
imperfect
b)
dorsal
c)
lost
d)
unused
96.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

The music is what makes the movie so memorable.

a)
incredible
b)
unforgettable
c)
eventful
d)
remarkable
97.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

Mountain people of adjoining nations have great deal in common because terrain and climate mould their lives similarly.

a)
friendly
b)
distant
c)
neighboring
d)
developing
98.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

Solar energy is not only plentiful but also infinite.

a)
without limit
b)
boundless
c)
limited
d)
indefinite
99.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions

His replies were inconsistent with his previous testimony.

a)
contradicted
b)
compatible
c)
enhanced
d)
incorporated
100.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

We are now a 24/7 society where shops and services must be available all hours.

a)
an active society
b)
an inactive society
c)
a physical society
d)
a working society
101.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

A chronic lack of sleep may make us irritable and reduces our motivation to work.

a)
uncomfortable
b)
responsive
c)
calm
d)
miserable
102.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

We'd better speed up if we want to get there in time.

a)
slow down
b)
turn down
c)
put down
d)
lie down
103.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

She is a very generous old woman. She has given most of her wealth to a charity organization.

a)
mean
b)
amicable
c)
kind
d)
hospitable
104.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

Her thoughtless comments made him very angry.

a)
honest
b)
kind
c)
pleasant
d)
thoughtful
105.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or the phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined in each of the following questions.

The doctor was sued for bad treatment.

a)
mistreatment
b)
malpractice
c)
misdemeanour
d)
maltreatment
106.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or the phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined in each of the following questions.

Laws on military service since 1960 still hold good

a)
is in good condition
b)
remains for good
c)
stands in life
d)
remains in effect
107.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or the phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined in each of the following questions.

In astronomy, a scale of magnitude from one to six denotes the brightness of astar.

a)
signifies
b)
predicts
c)
contrasts
d)
examines
108.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or the phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined in each of the following questions.

Don’t you ever mention that matter again. I will not hear anything of it.

a)
touch on
b)
put off
c)
take in
d)
go on
109.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or the phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined in each of the following questions.

It was too late to stop the panic that had resulted from the false news report.

a)
enthralled
b)
ensured
c)
ensued
d)
entailed
110.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions:

We left New York when I was six, so my recollections of it are rather faint.

a)
explicable
b)
unintelligible
c)
clear
d)
ambiguous
111.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions:

My first impression of her was her impassive face

a)
emotional
b)
respectful
c)
solid
d)
fractious
112.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions:

She wrote me a vicious letter.

a)
helpful
b)
gently
c)
dangerous
d)
healthy
113.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions:

We are very grateful to Professor Humble for his generosity in donating this wonderful painting to the museum.

a)
meanness
b)
sympathy
c)
gratitude
d)
churlishness
114.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions:

He didn’t seem in the least concerned for her safety.

a)
indifferent
b)
ready
c)
passionate
d)
stolen
115.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

We have lived there for years and grown fond of the surroundings. That is why we do not want to leave.

a)
planted many trees in the surroundings
b)
haunted by the surroundings
c)
loved the surroundings
d)
possessed by the surroundings
116.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

His new work has enjoyed a very good review from critics and readers.

a)
viewing
b)
regard
c)
look
d)
opinion
117.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

Such problems as haste and inexperience are a universal feature of youth.

a)
marked
b)
shared
c)
hidden
d)
separated
118.

Mark the letter a, b, c or d on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions

The consequences of the typhoon were disastrous due to the lack of precautionary measures.

a)
physical
b)
severe
c)
beneficial
d)
damaging
119.

Mark the letter a, b, c or d on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions

Affluent families find it easier to support their children financially.

a)
Wealthy
b)
Well-off
c)
Privileged
d)
Impoverished
120.

Mark the letter a, b, c or d on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions

Synthetic products are made from chemicals or artificial substances.

a)
natural
b)
made by machine
c)
man-made
d)
unusual
121.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

As an executive director of a big company, she is a woman of extraordinary intelligence.

a)
moderate
b)
remarkable
c)
little
d)
sufficient
122.

Mark the letter a, b, c or d on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions

She was brought up in a well-off family. She can’t understand the problems we are facing.

a)
poor
b)
wealthy
c)
kind
d)
broke
123.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

The newscaster gave a concise account of the strategy.

a)
complicated and intricate
b)
short and clear
c)
sad and depressing
d)
long and detailed
124.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

Married couples can get a divorce if they find they are not compatible.

a)
able to share an apartment or house
b)
able to budget their money
c)
capable of living harmoniously
d)
capable of having children
125.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

Fruit is customarily treated with sulfur prior to drying to reduce any color change.

a)
previous to
b)
at the time of
c)
in front of
d)
subsequent to
126.

Choose the word that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part of the given sentence.

There is no thing to make it likely or certain that he will be at the party.

a)
proof
b)
promise
c)
guarantee
d)
fact
127.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

The dog is not well. We have to take it to see the person who treats sick animals.

a)
zoologist
b)
horticulturist
c)
veterinarian
d)
veteran
128.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

In Africa, many children die from not having enough food

a)
poverty
b)
starvation
c)
drought
d)
malnutrition
129.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

Give me a not long account of what happened

a)
compact
b)
terse
c)
brief
d)
condensed
130.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

The three-year-old boy has a cycle with three wheels.

a)
tricycle
b)
unicycle
c)
bicycle
d)
motorcycle
131.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

Doctors have been criticized for their indiscriminate use of antibiotics.

a)
disciplined
b)
selective
c)
wholesale
d)
unconscious
132.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

Slavery was abolished in the US in the 19th century.

a)
instituted
b)
eradicated
c)
eliminated
d)
required
133.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word/phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part.

The cotton gin was commonplace on many nineteenth century farms.

a)
often required
b)
sorely needed
c)
frequently seen
d)
visibly absent
134.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word/phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part.

In the field of artificial intelligence, scientists study methods for developing computer programs that display aspects of intelligent behavior.

a)
exhibit
b)
classify
c)
depend on
d)
conform to
135.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word/phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part.

She lost her temper with a customer and shouted at him.

a)
had a temperature
b)
kept her temper
c)
became very angry
d)
felt worried
136.

Choose the word CLOSEST in meaning:

It’s too dangerous to climb up that mountain.

a)

normal

b)

risky

c)

unusual

d)

brave

137.

Choose the word CLOSEST in meaning:

The situation seems to be changing minute by minute.

a)

very rapidly

b)

again and again

c)

time after time

d)

immediately

138.

Choose the word CLOSEST in meaning:

I met Daisy accidentally at the airport this afternoon.

a)

in no way

b)

by all means

c)

by chance

d)

by no means

139.

Choose the word OPPOSITE in meaning:

At that time, a new school building was just a remote dream.

a)

long-term

b)

near

c)

far

d)

opposite

140.

Choose the word CLOSEST in meaning:

I didn't think his comments were very appropriate at the time.

a)

correct

b)

right

c)

exact

d)

suitable

141.

Choose the word CLOSEST in meaning:

Maths and English are compulsory subjects in this course.

a)

effective

b)

difficult

c)

required

d)

separated

142.

Choose the word CLOSEST in meaning:

What benefits does TV bring about to people's life?

a)

advantages

b)

disadvantages

c)

difficulties

d)

functions

143.

Choose the word OPPOSITE in meaning:

Matters of pollution and the environment concern us all.

a)

ease

b)

attract

c)

consider

d)

speculate

144.

Choose the word CLOSEST in meaning:

Next month, we’re going to visit Rome, where there are a lot of very old buildings

a)

enormous

b)

ancient

c)

modern

d)

marvellous

145.

Choose the word CLOSEST in meaning:

My brother went on with the project even though his boss said it was impossible to do it.

a)

fought

b)

began

c)

made

d)

continued

146.

Choose the word OPPOSITE in meaning:

Tom felt nervous the moment the plane took off.

a)

turned off

b)

flew up

c)

ran

d)

landed

147.

Choose the word CLOSEST in meaning:

What activities do you want to participate in the school and at the club?

a)

take over

b)

take up

c)

take part

d)

take after

148.

Choose the word CLOSEST in meaning:

Fortunately, our team won the match.

a)

Badly

b)

Poorly

c)

Finally

d)

Luckily

149.

Choose the word CLOSEST in meaning:

I feel a little sad because our school year has come to an end.

a)

finished

b)

begun

c)

changed

d)

started

150.

Choose the word CLOSEST in meaning:

We have to cross a crowded street to get to school every day.

a)

small

b)

busy

c)

narrow

d)

large

151.

Choose the word OPPOSITE in meaning:

The traffic here is very dangerous for children.

a)

noisy

b)

safe

c)

quiet

d)

easy

152.

Choose the word OPPOSITE in meaning:

The new film is quite different from what she has expected

a)

the opposite of

b)

attractive to

c)

exciting as

d)

the same as

153.

Choose the word OPPOSITE in meaning:

Basically, everything is the same; however there may be some minor changes to the schedule.

a)

big

b)

sudden

c)

small

d)

gradual

154.

Choose the word CLOSEST in meaning:

We should go to the mountainous area to enjoy some fresh air at the weekend.

a)

unpolluted

b)

rainy

c)

windy

d)

polluted

155.

Choose the word OPPOSITE in meaning:

Vegetables were grown in abundance on the island. The islanders even exported the surplus.

a)

large quantity

b)

small quantity

c)

high quality

d)

low quality

156.

Choose the BEST option to be the CLOSEST MEANING of the UNDERLINED PART

He was asked to account for his presence at the scene of crime.

a)

complain

b)

exchange

c)

explain

d)

arrange

157.

Choose the BEST option to be the CLOSEST MEANING of the UNDERLINED PART

I could see the finish line and thought I was home and dry.

a)

hopeless

b)

hopeful

c)

successful

d)

unsuccessful

158.

Choose the BEST option to be the CLOSEST MEANING of the UNDERLINED PART

He was asked to account for his presence at the scene of crime.

a)

complain

b)

exchange

c)

explain

d)

arrange

159.

Choose the BEST option to be the CLOSEST MEANING of the UNDERLINED PART

I could see the finish line and thought I was home and dry.

a)

hopeless

b)

hopeful

c)

successful

d)

unsuccessful

160.

Choose the BEST option to be the CLOSEST MEANING of the UNDERLINED PART

Let's wait here for her; I'm sure she'll turn up before long.

a)

arrive

b)

return

c)

enter

d)

visit

161.

Choose the BEST option to be the CLOSEST MEANING of the UNDERLINED PART

This is the instance where big, obvious non-verbal signals are appropriate.

a)

situation

b)

attention

c)

place

d)

matter

162.

Choose the BEST option to be the CLOSEST MEANING of the UNDERLINED PART

The lost hikers stayed alive by eating wild berries and drinking spring water.

a)

connived

b)

survived

c)

surprised

d)

revived

163.

Choose the BEST option to be the CLOSEST MEANING of the UNDERLINED PART

During the earthquake, a lot of buildings collapsed, which killed thousands of people.

a)

went off accidentally

b)

fell down unexpectedly

c)

exploded suddenly

d)

erupted violently

164.

Choose the BEST option to be the CLOSEST MEANING of the UNDERLINED PART

My mom is always bad-tempered when I leave my room untidy.

a)

feeling embarrassed

b)

talking too much

c)

very happy and satisfied

d)

easily annoyed or irritated

165.

Choose the BEST option to be the OPPOSITE MEANING of the UNDERLINED PART

He decided not to buy the fake watch and wait until he had more money.

a)

authentic

b)

forger

c)

faulty

d)

original

166.

Choose the BEST option to be the OPPOSITE MEANING of the UNDERLINED PART

We offer a speedy and secure service of transferring money in less than 24 hours.

a)

unsure

b)

uninterested

c)

open

d)

slow

167.

Choose the BEST option to be the OPPOSITE MEANING of the UNDERLINED PART

There are several different kinds of faults in reading which are usually more exaggerated with foreign learners.

a)

overestimated

b)

overemphasized

c)

understated

d)

undertaken

168.

Choose the BEST option to be the OPPOSITE MEANING of the UNDERLINED PART

My cousin tends to look on the bright side in any circumstance.

a)

be optimistic

b)

be pessimistic

c)

be confident

d)

be smart

169.

Choose the BEST option to be the OPPOSITE MEANING of the UNDERLINED PART

Solar energy is not only plentiful but also infinite.

a)

without limit

b)

limited

c)

boundless

d)

indefinite

170.

Choose the BEST option to be the OPPOSITE MEANING of the UNDERLINED PART

It was apparent from her face that she was really upset.

a)

obvious

b)

indistinct

c)

transparent

d)

evident

171.

Choose the BEST option to be the CLOSEST MEANING of the UNDERLINED PART

As a government official, Benjamin Franklin often traveled abroad.

a)

widely

b)

secretly

c)

alone

d)

overseas

172.

ANTONYM:

Stretching will relax your muscles and prevent any damage to your joints.

a)

A. allow

b)

B. avoid

c)

C. limit

d)

D. protest

173.

ANTONYM:

You need to do some warm-up exercise such as stretching before you start your yoga practice.

a)

A. remaining

b)

B. declining

c)

C. developing

d)

D. shrinking

174.

ANTONYM:

After hundreds of rejections by the employers, I decided that I need to do something about my obesity.

a)

A. denial

b)

B. approval

c)

C. refusal

d)

D. rebuttal

175.

ANTONYM:

When you walk, don't look at your feet. This will slow you down and cause back pain.

a)

A. result in

b)

B. result from

c)

C. lead to

d)

D. activate

176.

ANTONYM:

I found a website advertising an effective way to lose weight in one month.

a)

A. drop

b)

B. waste

c)

C. maintain

d)

D. gain

177.

ANTONYM:


I have followed a special diet and joined a fitness class for overweight people for over six months.

a)

A. refused

b)

B. obeyed

c)

C. adhered to

d)

D. carried on

178.

ANTONYM:

My family totally supported me during my fight against obesity.

a)

A. aided

b)

B. discouraged

c)

C. assisted

d)

D. promoted

179.

ANTONYM:

I have just received my first job offer after having been unemployed for two years.

a)

A. got

b)

B. gained

c)

C. rejected

d)

D. acquired

180.

SYNONYM: Here are some precautions for us to take when doing different types of physical activities.

a)

A. safety measures

b)

B. safety levels

c)

C. safety rules

d)

D. safety factors

181.

SYNONYM: If you do workout outdoors in the hot and sunny weather, your body can overheat and lose a lot of fluid.

a)

A. liquid

b)

B. vitamins

c)

C. minerals

d)

D. nutrients

182.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

It's time we banned discrimination at work.

            A. bias    B. equity  C. fairness    D. similarity

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

183.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

Both male and female students in my class perform very well.

            A. assign     B. work     C. communicate     D. entertain

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

184.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

Many people in our country still think married women shouldn’t pursue a career.

A. attempt        B. attach      C. achieve       D. want

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

185.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

Most employers prefer male workers to female ones.

A. want      B. compliment             C. care about       D. favour

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

186.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

She failed to get into medical university.

A. passed      B. qualified     C. didn’t succeed        D. satisfied

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

187.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

In order to be successful, we should never give up hope.

A. fight    B. abandon     C. continue       D. suspect

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

188.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

Gender discrimination has become a hot subject of conversations among school students.

A. topic       B. study          C. fact                         D. case

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

189.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

The government took big steps to prevent gender inequality.

A. increase                  B. avoid          C. promote          D. cause

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

190.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

Those people who have enough courage and will are likely to be successful.

A. energy      B. motivation        C. bravery         D. desire

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

191.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

Nowadays, many women are aware of gender preferences in favour of boys.

A. fail              B. ignore     C. deny        D. acknowledge

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

192.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

With great effort, she passed the driving test at the first attempt.

A. succeeded in          B. failed      C. enrolled        D. deferred

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

193.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

Female firefighters are sometimes the targets of laughter and anger from the coworkers and local people.

A. reasons                   B. sources       C. directions     D. victims

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

194.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

Many women had to pay a heavy price to win equality.

A. achieve         B. lose      C. attempt                   D. respect

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

195.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

Traditional women are often passive and dependent on their husbands.

A. free           B. reliant    C. adhered                  D. strong

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

196.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

Men should share household chores with women in their families.

            A. cover                      B. finish                      C. take                         D. split

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

197.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

Women will be exhausted if they have to cover both jobs at work and at home.

A. very relaxed   B. very pleased  C. very tired  D. very happy

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D