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LEXICAL SETS

Total questions: 60

Worksheet time: 45mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

• His face was … with cold and he was shaking badly.

• My sister has been a bit … since Mark left her

(a)  

2.

Greg is a popular person at parties because he knows many … jokes.

The refrigerator is making a … noise again.

(a)  

3.

• Although I am … of heights, I still enjoy walking in the mountains.

• If you don’t understand the rules of this game, don’t be … to ask.

(a)  

4.

I’m afraid that at least four answers in your test are plainly ….

He is … about my cousin Alice; she doesn’t live in Manchester

(a)  

5.

We are … to announce that our famous triple burger is available again.

Sarah has many … memories from the time she studied in Cracow.

(a)  

6.

Dad’s decision is … and you shouldn’t argue with him any more.

My older brother is in his … year at Jagiellonian University.

(a)  

7.

• In a … world, everybody would have enough money to satisfy their needs.

• We are all sure that he is the … candidate for the job.

(a)  

8.

It is … to believe that her grandmother is 104 years old.

Jack has had a … life since he lost both parents in an accident

(a)  

9.

I am so happy because I have my very … car at last.

Andrew was devastated although the accident happened through no fault of his … .

(a)  

10.

Sign your name in the … space at the bottom of the form.

My brother stared at me with a … expression on his face.

(a)  

11.

• The actress was wearing a/an ...... but elegant dress.

• I like .... yogurt - without any added sugar or fruit.

(a)  

12.

Please let me know if you ..... your mind about your decision.

• Do you think the Internet is going to .... the way people will study in the future

(a)  

13.

• I’d like to ... up a new sport – what would you recommend?

• Sarah had to go to the bank as she needed to (a)   out some cash

14.

. • I don’t really get (a)   with my next-door neighbour – she’s a terrible gossip.

• My brother Jack was keen ... skateboarding when he was younger.

15.

• The young fighter was warming up in the boxing .....

• My brother asked me to help him choose an engagement ..... for his girlfriend.

(a)  

16.

• The model had a heart-shaped face , .... cheekbones and full lips.

• Are lemons ..... in vitamin C?

• Dr Grand had a ..... opinion of himself, but most of his colleagues didn’t consider him to be a good scientist.

(a)  

17.

• The headmaster preferred to keep her employees at a .......

• During the COVID-19 pandemic, people were advised to maintain their ......

• I live within walking .... of the school I attend

(a)  

18.

• Mrs Grey has decided to .... her spare room to a student.

• Keira isn’t very reliable – she .... me down when I most needed help.

• My parents never ..... me play video games before going to bed.

(a)  

19.

• The local authorities decided to pull ... the old factory as it had become unsafe.

• The doctor told me to cut ... on coffee and cola as they were making it difficult to sleep.

• We spent the evening on the beach, watching the sun go ... .

(a)  

20.

• I don’t usually (a)   long-term goals as I hardly ever achieve them.

• Don’t forget to ... the alarm clock – you can’t be late for your exam.

• It is important to ... healthy boundaries in every relationship

21.

• I usually ... for black or navy blue when I want to look smart.

• Where do you prefer to ... shopping: local shops or a shopping centre?

(a)  

22.

• People often ... their arms when they feel uneasy, uncomfortable or shy.

• Children are told to check there is no traffic before they ... the street

(a)  

23.

• In order to open the door to your room, please insert a key .... into the lock.

• If you want to buy a parking ticket, you can pay in cash or by .....

(a)  

24.

• My father left his family (a)   and moved to England when he was 19.

• A lot of people find it difficult to put elderly family members in a nursing ... .

25.

• I love sleeping in a hotel as I don’t have to (a)   the bed in the morning.

• Cristina is rather shy, so she doesn’t ... friends easily.

26.

• I can’t ... people talking about me behind my back.

• You will always ... out in a crowd with your dreadlocks and brightly coloured clothes.

• The athlete wanted to ... on the medal podium once more before she retired.

(a)  

27.

• The new shopping centre hasn’t opened yet – it’s still ... construction

• I don’t mind working ... pressure as long as I like what I’m doing.

• My father has got about 30 people working ... him.

(a)  

28.

• I always ... pale whenever I’m dehydrated.

• A lot of people have decided to ... freelance after the recent tax reforms.

• The coal miners said they would ... on strike if their demands were not met.

(a)  

29.

• If you don’t want to work with a boss over you, you can always run your own ... .

• Everyone was hoping that ... would improve once the pandemic was over.

• Please stop asking me about my personal life – it’s none of your ... .

(a)  

30.

• I think every country should switch to using ... energy in order to stop global warming.

• Grace was (a)   with envy when her next-door neighbour bought a new Tesla.

• My father prefers ... tea to coffee as it makes him feel more energised

31.

• My father started to ... bald in his late thirties.

• You seem relaxed – how did the interview ... ?

(a)  

32.

• The path to the beach was ..., but quite steep and narrow.

• My mother used to have ..., black hair when she was younger

(a)  

33.

• My cousin Greg is ... photography – he’s really good at it.

• Someone hacked ... the company’s system and stole some important data.

(a)  

34.

• I am a ... child – my sister Kate is older and my brother Ken is younger than me.

• My grandparents live far from the city centre. In fact, it’s in the (a)   of nowhere.

35.

• I’m not a big fan of team sports, but I ... yoga three times a week.

• Nice to meet you, Chris – what do you ... for a living?

(a)  

36.

• My sister hit the ... when she saw that I had used up all her lipstick.

• Claire and I are good friends, but we couldn’t live under the same ...– she’s far too untidy.

• We need to have the ... repaired – last week’s massive storm has blown off a few tiles.

(a)  

37.

• You won’t be able to buy your own flat unless you take ... a mortgage.

• I’m sorry, but tickets for the concert sold ... within a few days.

• I was worn ... after studying physics for the final exams

(a)  

38.

• My sister works too much – she needs to ... some time off.

• Every government should ... responsibility for helping refugees.

• I don’t like to boast, but I ... pride in my sporting achievements

(a)  

39.

• How would you like your steak – ... or well done?

• He was a man of ... height, but he looked powerful and strong.

• This jacket comes in three sizes – small, ... and large.

(a)  

40.

• What’s the admission ... to the museum?

• A map of the city is available free of ... at the hotel reception.

• There are more and more points for electric ... vehicles in Polish cities.

(a)  

41.

• I always ... on weight during the winter – it’s a combination of all the chocolate I eat and too little exercise, I’m afraid.

• Harry Kane ... the ball in the net in the last minute of the match.

(a)  

42.

• You should look ... for your exam day – it’s an important event.

• My brother is really ..., but he is so lazy!

(a)  

43.

• My bedroom is in the attic – it’s small but ..., with lots of sunshine.

• Matthew was a really ... student. In fact, he’s one of the best at his school.

(a)  

44.

• Mum asked me to ... supper as she was exhausted after work.

• It takes time to ... progress when you are learning to play tennis

(a)  

45.

• My cousin Annie is really sad because she has fallen out (a)   her best friend.

• Whenever we work in groups, Tom always comes up ... the best ideas.

46.

• I prefer to pay by card rather than in cash because I don’t like having any change ... in my wallet.

• My dog loves running (a)   around the fields near our house.

• Sheila likes to wear her hair ..., but she needs to tie it up for work

47.

• If you want to try the dress on, the fitting ... is over there.

• Is there a common ... at your school for you to relax in?

• I keep my bike in the utility ..., which is in the cellar.

(a)  

48.

• When is your sister moving ... with you?

• I was totally ... awe of my grandfather – he had a really strong personality.

• I’m ... a good mood today because I’ve passed my driving test.

(a)  

49.

• My grandfather is going to ... early retirement as he wants to spend more time in his garden.

• If you’re going skiing abroad, you’d better ... out some insurance in case you have an accident.

• I forgot to bring my card – do you ... cash?

(a)  

50.

• I usually buy shoes on the Internet as online shops often sell shoes at ... prices.

• You have to be really ... to win at tennis.

• If airline companies want to remain ... , they need to lower their fares

(a)  

51.

• Parliament should ... a law which will allow refugees to work legally.

• What are you going to when you ... all your exams?

(a)  

52.

• Our dog ran into the street because someone had left the ... open.

• Hurry up – our plane is now boarding at ... 26

(a)  

53.

• I need to ... some research on the digestive system for a school project.

• My brother and I have to ... the washing up as our washing machine has broken down

(a)  

54.

• Our chemistry teacher is absent today as he is on ... leave.

• I feel ... – I must have eaten something that disagreed with me.

(a)  

55.

• Being kind is ... and parcel of being a pediatrician.

• Who played the ... of Sherlock Holmes in the latest film adaptation?

• Caroline was going to take ... in the singing competition, but she’s fallen ill

(a)  

56.

• If I don’t ... in my history project by Monday, I won’t get a good final grade.

• The teacher started to (a)   out the exam papers once all the students were seated.

• Carol decided to ... in her notice as she wanted to look for a more satisfying job.

57.

• Mr Carter seemed strict and reserved, but he turned ... to be helpful and kind.

• Janet dropped ... of the race when her horse stumbled and injured itself.

• My brother has been ... of work for weeks, but he’s too lazy to look for another job.

(a)  

58.

• Bruce Willis usually plays a ... guy who is not afraid of anyone.

• The meat is still ... – you need to let it stew a bit longer.

• Choosing what to study is a really ... decision to make.

(a)  

59.

• Watch out – you will ... caught if you don’t stop cheating.

• It’s really difficult for me to ... over my fear of heights – I’d love to climb the mountain with you, but I’m too scared.

• You look a bit scruffy – you should ... your hair cut

(a)  

60.

• You won’t be able to take out any cash here – the machine is ... of order.

• I’m under a lot of stress because of the exams, so I’m trying to work ... every day.

(a)