We will have to wait ________ three weeks for the results.

It is necessary that he ________ English because it is useful for his work.

The new school complex cost ________ the city council had budgeted for.

It seems that she doesn't have the ability to explain things clearly, ________?

Vitamin E is available from so many food sources that no normal diet could possibly be deficient ________ it.

Sportsmen ________ their political differences on the sports field.

The teacher asked a difficult question, but finally Ted ________ a good answer.

A few kind words at the right time ________ all the difference.

After the concert, everyone had to ________ home through the thick snow.

Before stir-frying, you should ________ the sliced beef in a little oil for half an hour. It will be tender that way.

Don't worry about her, she was rather ill this morning, but now she's full of ________.

How can he treat his own ________ that way?

Paul and Daisy are discussing about life in the future. Paul: "I believe space travel will become more affordable for many people in the future." Daisy: "________"

Mr. Pike, a teacher of Maths, is talking to Mai about the ways to study effectively. Mr. Pike: "Self-studying is an inseparable part of effective learning." Mai: "________"

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

We are conducting a survey to find out what our customers think of their local bus service.

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

How are governments addressing the problem of inequality in wages?

Choose the correct answer 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 psychology of girls at puberty will have many changes leading to different personalities, thoughts and habits.

Part 3. Choose the correct answer A, B, C, or D to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

Today students are under a lot of pressure due to the high expectations from their parents and teachers.

Choose the correct answer A, B, C, or D to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions

Another twenty engineers have been taken on to accelerate the design work in the assembly department.

I don't usually like staying at hotels but last summer we spent a few days at __________ very nice hotel by __________ sea.

I can't find the tickets. I seem __________ them.

I bumped into Patrick at the supermarket. He was asking __________ you.

Niamin is talking to Barry in the living room. Niamin: "Would you mind turning down the TV please?" Barry: "__________"

I __________ doubt whether he will actually carry out his threats.

__________ the patients' disabilities, we still try to enable them to be as independent as possible. (Note lại)

She never __________ her ambition of winning an Olympic gold medal.

The team won the championship four years __________.

__________, it is obvious that the whole thing was a waste of time and effort.

Beneath the streets of a modern city __________ of walls, columns, cables, pipes, and tunnels required to satisfy the needs of its inhabitants.

After you have finished the __________, restart the computer to get it acquainted to the new program.

My cousin was nervous about being interviewed on television, but he __________ to the occasion wonderfully.

Shirley and Bruce are talking about the environment. Shirley: "Our environment is getting more and more polluted. Do you think so?" Bruce: "__________. It's really worrying."

The musical comedy Oklahoma did much to expand the potential of the musical stage, and it encouraged others to attempt __________.

Your argument __________ that it does not matter who rules - that things will remain as they are, whoever is in power.

This is a very busy office and in your new position, you will have to be able to think on your __________.

He __________ his innocence and said that the allegations were "ridiculous".

__________ have at least four hours of hazardous materials response training is mandated by federal law.

According to the __________ of the contract, tenants must give six months' notice if they intend to leave.

It was costing us a thousand pounds a week to __________ a medium-sized ad in a daily paper, so we decided to spend the money on other forms of advertising.

She has asked me to ________ her sincere thanks to you for everything you have done to help her.

________ I see Tom and Jerry, I always feel interested because the cartoon is so exciting.

You are not allowed to drive ________ the influence ________ alcohol.

It was ________ that he was kept in hospital for nearly a month.

When the delay was announced, we realized that we ________ enough time to catch our connecting flight.

1. As soon as it started to rain we turned round and ________ home.

1. Many countries face some serious problems of land use, ________ result from population growth and the demands of modern technological living.

1. Don’t worry! It’s ________ natural to feel annoyed when people let you down.

1. Many people claim that insults or negative comments are ________, but in reality, many of them are upset by such things.

Choose the correct answer 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 psychology of girls at puberty will have many changes leading to different personalities, thoughts and habits.

1. Choose the correct answer A, B, C, or D to indicate the words OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined bold words in the following question.

2. Many of us fret about ways in which modern technology distances us from understanding and keeping our customs and traditions.

Lily and Joanna are discussing a new subject that they have at school.

1. Lily: “The subject is so hard. There is a lot of information to remember.”

2. Joanna: “__________. The information is logically ordered and it is not that difficult to learn.”

I am supposed to submit the assignment by Friday, ________?

1. Yesterday I met my friend ________ gave me a cat on my birthday.

1. After graduating from school, I am going to ________ for a job in mobile marketing.

My favourite pastime is playing ________ guitar, but my best friend prefers playing ________ tennis.

After my father got a well-paid job at an international company, we moved to a ________ neighbourhood.

Hard-working and talented students should be given more opportunities ________ their skills.

Some chemicals which ________ the air quality and cause health problems can be used for cleaning surfaces.

My parents ________ a lot of their time writing letters before they started using social media to connect with their relatives.

My plane ________ fifty minutes late so I missed a date with Dr. Watson last week.

Many people believe that the novel will be a best seller when it ________.

After a hesitation took them six weeks, they decided to ________ on the business deal.

My best friend is upset because she has to ________ school next week.

John went to bed early last night ________ he was tired.

Employers always want job ________ to be able to demonstrate their skills and qualities.

I would be grateful for an opportunity to visit your company and discuss my application with you in ________.

Measles is a highly contagious viral disease ________ by a characteristic skin rash.

________ seasonal rainfall, especially in regions near the tropics, is winds that blow in an opposite direction in winter than in summer.

Mrs. Smith has ________ painting since she retired two years ago.

________ further rioting to occur, the government would be forced to use its emergency powers.

Global warming has progressed ________ glaciers everywhere are shrinking.

On returning home, John discovered ________ his horror that the pipes had burst and the entire house was flooded.

Although ________ cold climates, they can thrive in hot, dry climates as well.

The automobile, along with several other important inventions, ________ an incredibly complex world.

Perhaps the most dramatic changes in future robots will ________ from their increasing ability to reason.

Insects are harmful to plants, but their existence contributes a great part to ________ which helps to make a balanced environment.

Mortgage advisors urge anyone on a ________ budget to choose a fixed rate so they know they can afford the repayments.

My mother often ________ our mistakes, whereas my father is very strict and punishes us for even the slightest one.

My decision to leave university after two years is one I now ________ regret.

Henry was badly depressed after the car accident. Now he is beginning to think that there could be the light at the end of the ________.

The university has ________ a campus-wide campaign to reduce the use of plastic bags.

Jane and Cathy are in the classroom. Jane: "You must have found reading my essay very tiring." Cathy: "__________. I enjoyed it."

Nora and Peter are talking in the garden. Nora: "Can we meet this Saturday to discuss our plan for the graduation ceremony?" Peter: "__________."

Lee and Mike are in the hall. Lee: "I'd like to hear your ideas on how to protect vulnerable species." Mike: "__________."

Laura is being interviewed by Mr. Johnson. Mr. Johnson: "What qualities do you have that make you a suitable candidate for this post?" Laura: "__________."

Timothy and Carol, two students, are talking about studying abroad. Timothy: "I think studying abroad is the only way to get a well-paid job." Carol: "__________. There're still many different ways to get it."

English is still the main ________ of instruction in Nigeria.

________ its clarity of style, the book is not easy reading.

He was arrested on suspicion of driving under the ________ of alcohol.

________ more points to discuss, the meeting has now come to an end.

She has lived in a ________ since 2008.

He was still under his father's ________.

She had to take out a bridging ________ until she could sell her house.

Very little was said about his failure, ________?

If you're on a diet, you should ________ honey for sugar in your tea.

"Why don't you invite Paula to come with us?" "_________"

They said they could order it for me because they didn't have my size in ________.

"When will you be informed of the test result?" "Not until Monday, so I'll be ________ all weekend."

Susan was alone in the house when the fire ________.

I can't possibly lend you any money. It is quite out of the ________.

I didn't think he'd ________ such a pathetic lie, but he believed every word of it.

Before you send them any money, make sure the company really exists, or the whole thing could be a ________.

"Look, we're doing our best to fix it." "Well, you could have ________ me."

I wouldn't say he was brilliant at his job, but he's quite ________.

Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in the following sentence.

Don’t beat around the bush. Ask for your account to be paid, and paid quickly.

Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in the following sentence.

He said he was only joking, but his comments were so close to the bone.

She is reported to be ________ a spectator.

I have rarely seen such an impressive sight as a ________ of elephants roaming over the plains.

John: "This grammar test is the hardest one we’ve ever had this semester."
Mary: "________ but I think it’s quite easy."

The doctor may be able to help you, but I don’t expect him to ________ miracles.

My mother has just bought me two shirts. ________, however, is my cup of tea.

On his desk ________, which he usually sits in front of and looks at.

Unfortunately, there are no ________ rules related to English spelling.

________ her job, her sons and the housework, she doesn't have a minute for herself.

He is impressed by her house because it has a beautiful patio with many ________.

No matter how much pressure you put on Stevens, he won't budge a(n) ________.

There is a 20-minute parking ________ here, so we must get back to the car very quickly.

Don't forget to ________ your sources; you don't want to get accused of stealing information.

It has been a good year. I've written two books and a couple of articles, and ________ are now in print.

One of Kim's secretarial works includes taking the ________ of the meeting.

The police detective had been in ________ of the suspect for two days.

I know you didn't want to upset me but I'd sooner you ________ me the whole truth yesterday.

The police have been investigating a crime in which a young man strangled his girlfriend in a ________ of jealousy.

No decision has been taken about the building of the new airport. The authorities are still ________.

I ________ my best suit - everyone else was very casually dressed.

She had a strong desire to be a dancer but failed to make the ________.

Nobody has any firm information, so we can only ________ on what caused the accident.

I'll have to go by bus as my car ________.

With a little hard work, I'm sure you'll ________ a lot this year.

I think you need to set ________ your ideas more clearly so that the reader doesn't get confused.

No sooner ________ down than the phone rang.

They're always going to pass you ________ for promotions if you don't set yourself apart.

Ben crept ________ on Lisa and put his hands over her eyes.

________ up the phone, Mitchel dialed a number.

I suppose you mix with ________ people in your job.

He is looking for a ________ bag that matches with his outfit.

Having been selected to represent the Association of American Engineers at the International Convention, ________.

________ more water than the ground can absorb, the excess water flows to the lowest level, carrying loose material.

As far as orchids are concerned, the most experienced person is undoubtedly Miss Ito. She appears ________ all the relevant articles in special journals.

It is desirable that the hotel manager ________ to call the maintenance staff every 6 months to clean up the air conditioners.

After a number of incidents with the police, we decided to close down the club. But now I think that maybe we ________ it open.

As we were in an urgent need of syringes and other medical equipment, the aid organization promised to deliver them ________ the double.

He was so mean that he couldn't bear to ________ the smallest sum of money for the charity appeal.

________ saying was so important that I asked everyone to stop talking and listen.

________, he gained lots of experience in teamwork skills.

_________ Keith made in his attempt to catch the dog that he strained his back.

The student was ________ of understanding the theory even after the professor's profound explanation.

As a pianist his ________ is brilliant, but I don't care much for his interpretation.

I left the company by ________, not because I was forced to.

The woman was in a ________ emotional state after hearing of her son's accident.

His theory ________ some interesting questions for the scientific community.

My sunburnt nose made me feel rather ________ for the first few days of the holiday.

Growing ________ are something many businesses experience when competition heats up.

A ________ of locusts ate all the wheat in the field.

There was a(n) ________ of violence when the concert organizers told ticket holders they would have to pay again to get their tickets validated.

In any case, unfortunately, there is a ________ chance of finding alternative employment in this despoiled area, which to an untutored eye looks rich in natural assets.

Once people have given up their heritage, traditional beliefs, and other aspects of their native culture, they are about to lose their sense of ________.

It's important to try to spend plenty of ________ time with your family.

Janny was left to carry the ________ when the project ended in failure although she didn't have to take any responsibility for this project.

The performance in the National Theatre really brought the ________ down last night. The actors were given a standing ovation.

Tooth decay can be kept at ________ by fluoride toothpaste and good dentistry.

He paid too much for expensive items without thinking about it. He spent money like ________ and I wonder where he got it all from.

His company went bankrupt and not much later his wife walked out on him. However, he managed to ________ and make a fresh start in his life is a mystery to me.

Choose the correct answer A, B, C, or D to indicate the words CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined bold words in the following question.

The way the care-taker treated those little children was deplorable; therefore she must be punished for what she did.

Choose the correct answer A, B, C, or D to indicate the words OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined bold words in the following question.

She’s decided to make a fresh start and regards all her old problems as water under the bridge.

Anne and Jim are talking about the preparation for her birthday.

• Anne: “What are you going to get me for my birthday?”

• Jim: “__________.”