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WorksheetsGrammar and Vocabulary (18)
Total questions: 60
Worksheet time: 30mins
A: What do you think of the new boss?
B: She seems very ... . I am sure it was a good decision.
capable
careless
tiring
A: Taking the train will be… than taking the coach, but it'll definitely get us there quicker.
B: Ok, let's book the train then.
more expensive slightly
slightly more expensive
more slightly expensive
That play was great. It was an older piece which I read at school but a much more modern… than I had seen before.
renovation
migration
adaptation
To summarize, … that there is an urgent need to create new positions within the company as soon as possible.
it has noted
there has been noted
we have been noted
The CEO's resignation has… chaos within the company, with many of the senior team quitting in protest.
plunged
threatened
triggered
A: Is Hans enjoying his business trip to London?
B: Yes, although, ... the underground railway network he managed to get completely lost.
having not understanding
not understanding
not understand
A: We need to call the bank and negotiate the… on our loan. We can't afford to pay that much.
B: Agreed. We need to get it down to 1%
overdraft
interest
subsidy
A: Did you hear what he told Katerina? He said that he tried to get her fired, but his boss intervened.
B: He did? Wow! What an ... thing to say.
unattractive
insignificant
inappropriate
Many people are no… of this, but the Pacific end of the Panama Canal is to the East of the Atlantic end.
knowing
aware
wise
The visit to the safari park last month was amazing. Never before had I… so many wild animals and so close, too.
see
saw
seen
A: Look at this! Some people from the Canary Islands can communicate by…
B : That's amazing! I wonder how effective it is.
crying
whispering
whistling
A: I didn't really get what Phil and Wanda were asking us to do in the last meeting.
B: Me neither, To be honest, I often struggle to understand our ... instructions.
managers
managers'
manager's
A: How many… do we have for the position now?
B: We've got 8 coming for interview today, and there are more applications.
competitors
candidates
participants
A: So, have you found someone to replace Jackie?
B: Not yet. I've interviewed around 10 people but ... of them have the skills and knowledge I' m looking for.
any
none
neither
Pierre's condition has affected his ability to... This could be dangerous, for example, in the event of a fire.
stimulate
sweat
smell
There are many similar products on the market, but … are the only ones that come with built-in stabilization.
our
us
ours
A: Have you heard of 'Time', the new novel by Jo Ascot?
B: Of course, It was last year's number one ... .
manuscript
printing
bestseller
A: You've started your new job, haven't you? What's it like?
B: Great. the pace of training is fast. I am ... new and interesting techniques.
constantly learning
constantly learn
constant learning
A: How would you describe Shona?
B: I'd say she's a very ... person. If she wants something, she won't let anything stop her from getting it.
dynamic
determined
adventurous
As you can see from … in table, we can expect lower profits this quarter. Hopefully we'll able to turn it around over the summer.
the figures highlighted
the highlight figures
the highlighting figures
The contract on my flat is due for … soon. I want to sign for another year unless the landlord puts the tent up.
renewal
continuation
proposition
A: Do you know whether Lars contacted the photocopier engineers yesterday? It still isn't working, you know.
B: No idea, they usually come immediately so I suppose ... them.
couldn't he have phoned
he can't phone
he can't have phoned
A: This new advertising campaign is great, but how will we … it?
B: We will be using the money that we saved by cutting back on other business expenses.
compensate
sponsor
fund
Remember, we're struggling to meet our energy reduction targets, so don't let anyone … their desktops on when they leave the building.
to leave
leave
leaving
Media … of the consequences of last week's earthquake has been interrupted by a loss of electrical power. Authorities say broadcasts will resume as soon as power is restored.
display
coverage
illustration
My mother spoke to me in Italian when I was a child, but my father only spoke to me in English. Today, my Italian is ... better than my English.
weakly
faintly
slightly
Doing business in more … and experimental ways has become increasingly popular with young entrepreneurs in the technology sector in recent years.
unforeseen
invaluable
unconventional
A: I'm looking for Mr. Davies. Do you know if he's gone home already?
B: No he ... have left yet. He's got a meeting in twenty minutes.
needn't
shan't
couldn't
A: I'd like you to … our new sales team.
B: That's great! Thanks so much for the opportunity.
dominate
gather
head
For recent university graduates, it may seem that the job opportunities out there... . That's why the career advisory service is here to help you look!
not very
so few
this little
A: What is going on? It's been days without hot water!
B: I can ... you we're doing everything we can to fix the hot water issues.
assure
update
ensure
The bird seems to be trapped there. However, they… try and rescue it at such a great height.
ought not to
dare not
need not
Can you please just get on with your homework? You're wasting far too much time… the internet.
browsing
occupying
overlooking
I'm perfectly happy that Franz is coming to the party… he isn't bringing his friend Suzie with him.
providing
as long
as long as
The police do not have sufficient evidence to charge the suspect. They are hoping for a ... from him during questioning.
commitment
confession
confirmation
A: Your hotel looks very expensive to me.
B: Well, if you ... for the whole stay in advance, we would be able to give you a discount of twenty per cent.
were to pay
will have paid
would have paid
If a film is categorized as Parental Guidance, it means that some scenes may not be… for children. Ror example, there may be some mild bad language.
healthy
appropriate
proper
A: What's the problem with the waiter?
B: Well, I asked ... bring the food until everyone has arrived, but he obviously didn't listen, or chose not to.
him not to
to him not
him not
Alex Howard's new play was a huge success. The ... stood and clapped forseveral minutes at the end.
viewers
spectators
audience
May I ask the reason for the refund?
only I've worn
I've only worn
I've worn only
Did you like the ending? I thought it was so.
moving
odd
precious
We hope that we have answered your query…any further information regarding the products and services we offer, please do not hesitate to contact us again.
Should you require
Requiring
You require
More and more people are starting to get tired of business instead preferring simple., clear language that makes the point effectively.
criteria
jargon
usage
Since you've asked for my opinion, I think the renovation has gone well, but you…spent more money on the lighting.
would have
could have
must have
Have you booked a venue for next year's event yet?
neither
none
no one
The latest…Indicate that bicycle ownership has increased 25% in the last five years, which is good news for the environment.
proportions
rations
statistics
He's complaining that I didn't submit the reports on time, but I.... them.
did have done
did do
did did
Pierre usually … to work, but today he is taking the bus.
walk
walks
is walking
I made a … and got the date wrong-I thought the meeting was tomorrow, not this afternoon.
problem
mistake
mess
His train was five minutes late, but he got to work … time.
at
on
for
I think we need to … of the hotel and give our key back by 11 o clock tomorrow morning.
go out
check out
come out
… today is my last day. Thank you for being wonderful colleagues.
As you know
That's why
Because
I need to get a new … for my bicycle, because mine isn't comfortable to sit on.
seat
wheel
chair
I must speak to my boss because my laptop... again.
not working
isn't working
doesn't working
The river isn't very... here. We can walk across quite easily.
low
clear
deep
Can I borrow your phone charger?
And so
Unless it Isn't
If not
Do you want to improve your tennis skills? Then we recommend hiring a good.. to personally teach you.
champion
instructor
competitor
The cinema? Well, you need to go along this street, and it is quite... the supermarket.
next to
opposite
close to
Shall we go into town?
approach
attend
avoid
I can't afford to go with you. If I... a new car, I'd have been able to.
hadn't bought
hadn't buy
haven't bought
