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SA for PT 2 M1-4

Total questions: 100

Worksheet time: 52mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

The documentary used shaky ______ to give the viewer a sense of being right in the middle of the action.

a)

video footage

b)

catchy titles

c)

road services

d)

city building

2.

A ______ is a person that the police believe may have been involved in committing a specific crime.

a)

pedestrian

b)

dispatcher

c)

narrator

d)

suspect

3.

The show's producers decided to ______ several local residents to share their personal stories on camera.

a)

focus on

b)

draw out

c)

feature

d)

inform

4.

It is often dangerous for a ______ to cross the road when there is a heavy flow of oncoming traffic.

a)

narrator

b)

viewer

c)

citizen

d)

pedestrian

5.

The ______ spoke clearly over the film to explain the various events happening in the busy city center.

a)

voice-over

b)

researcher

c)

instructor

d)

interviewee

6.

If you are an ______ who has never exercised before, you should start with very light weight training.

a)

absolute beginner

b)

expensive member

c)

energetic person

d)

advanced athlete

7.

The new mall has a wide ______ of clothing stores that cater to every possible style and budget.

a)

selection

b)

discount

c)

location

d)

entrance

8.

After a long week of hard work, many people like to ______ a nice meal at a trendy local restaurant.

a)

treat themselves to

b)

check themselves in

c)

track themselves on

d)

find themselves at

9.

I spent the whole afternoon trying to ______ a specific pair of vintage boots in the shopping district.

a)

check out

b)

track down

c)

look after

d)

carry out

10.

This specific electronic gadget is considered a ______ for anyone who wants to stay connected while traveling.

a)

trendy shop

b)

food outlet

c)

must-have

d)

free weight

11.

The view from the top of the ______ was absolutely spectacular, looking out over the deep blue ocean below.

a)

skyscraper

b)

sand dune

c)

steep cliff

d)

cable car

12.

Elsen Tasarkhai is described as an ______ piece of sand located in the middle of the green Mongolian steppes.

a)

impressive

b)

isolated

c)

expensive

d)

organized

13.

During the ______, you can see hundreds of elephant seals gathered along the sandy beaches of the coast.

a)

breeding season

b)

fairytale trip

c)

nomadic living

d)

holiday period

14.

You should always ______ wild animals when you are driving through the winding roads of the countryside.

a)

look out for

b)

make room for

c)

give way for

d)

keep track of

15.

The road trip along the coast offered ______ views of the mountains meeting the sea at every single turn.

a)

spectacular

b)

traditional

c)

comfortable

d)

interesting

16.

One of the main benefits of using ______ is that it helps to reduce the amount of air pollution in the city.

a)

public transportation

b)

motorized vehicles

c)

private automobiles

d)

heavy truck systems

17.

Passengers are usually required to ______ the bus through the front doors and show their ticket to the driver.

a)

board

b)

leave

c)

reach

d)

check

18.

Many commuters find it difficult to plan their day when the local bus service has an ______ and long waits.

a)

unreliable schedule

b)

expensive fare cost

c)

uncomfortable seat

d)

original direction

19.

If you need to use more than one bus to reach your final destination, you should ask for a ______ from the driver.

a)

transfer ticket

b)

motorized pass

c)

departure sign

d)

transport fare

20.

The very first ______ bus appeared in 1895, changing the way people moved around urban environments forever.

a)

motorized

b)

organized

c)

dedicated

d)

scheduled

21.

Most modern apartments include a master bedroom that features its own private ______ for extra convenience.

a)

ensuite bathroom

b)

student digs

c)

mobile home

d)

central area

22.

Many young people living in expensive cities have to stay in ______ because they cannot afford a whole flat.

a)

student digs

b)

chalet rooms

c)

mansion halls

d)

bungalow sites

23.

A ______ house is a property that does not share any walls with another building, offering the most privacy.

a)

detached

b)

terraced

c)

spacious

d)

standard

24.

Living in a ______ studio apartment can be difficult if you have a lot of furniture and personal belongings.

a)

cramped

b)

well-lit

c)

detached

d)

portable

25.

The family decided to buy a ______ because it was on one level and easier for their grandparents to move around.

a)

bungalow

b)

mansion

c)

bedsit

d)

chalet

26.

The child was quite ______ to clean his room until his mother promised him a small reward for finishing it.

a)

reluctant

b)

confident

c)

impatient

d)

efficient

27.

If you want the kitchen to look ______, you must polish the plates until they reflect the light in the room.

a)

sparkling clean

b)

reasonably tidy

c)

relatively small

d)

moderately warm

28.

It is your responsibility to ______ every weekend to keep the garden looking neat and well-maintained.

a)

mow the lawn

b)

water plants

c)

sweep floors

d)

wash dishes

29.

Cleaning the house can be seen as a ______ of your love and respect for the people you live with every day.

a)

visible sign

b)

simple task

c)

shared goal

d)

common rule

30.

Helping with ______ like vacuuming or ironing is a great way for children to learn about being responsible.

a)

household chores

b)

personal habits

c)

school projects

d)

social services

31.

The emergency ______ is the person responsible for sending police or ambulances to the scene of an accident.

a)

dispatcher

b)

airwoman

c)

citizen

d)

volunteer

32.

Being a good citizen means that you are ______ in your community and help those who are currently in need.

a)

involved

b)

prepared

c)

informed

d)

talented

33.

It is considered polite and respectful to ______ in a shop rather than pushing in front of other people.

a)

wait your turn

b)

obey the signs

c)

follow the laws

d)

watch the road

34.

A person who does work to help others without being paid is known as a ______, giving their time for free.

a)

volunteer

b)

citizen

c)

resident

d)

official

35.

To maintain order in a city, every person must ______ that are set by the government for everyone’s safety.

a)

obey laws

b)

keep pace

c)

take part

d)

stay calm

36.

The water in the swamp is often ______, meaning it is a mixture of fresh river water and salty ocean water.

a)

brackish

b)

stagnant

c)

timeless

d)

profuse

37.

The small stream began to ______ through the thick grass, creating a winding path toward the distant sea.

a)

meander

b)

mingle

c)

clamor

d)

tumble

38.

The Everglades is a complex ______ where many different plants and animals depend on each other to survive.

a)

ecosystem

b)

sanctuary

c)

labyrinth

d)

hammock

39.

The deep roots of the mangrove trees became ______ under the water, making it difficult for boats to pass.

a)

tangled

b)

fragile

c)

shallow

d)

ancient

40.

Because the wetland is so ______, even small changes in the environment can cause a lot of damage to the area.

a)

fragile

b)

ancient

c)

crowded

d)

distant

41.

A place where many people go to spend their holidays, often by the sea.

a)

Resort

b)

Statue

c)

Design

d)

Theme

42.

An open vehicle that carries large displays in a parade or festival.

a)

Float

b)

Sauce

c)

Spice

d)

Plate

43.

Attractive in appearance, especially in an old-fashioned or natural way.

a)

Picturesque

b)

Spectacular

c)

Traditional

d)

Interesting

44.

To discover the exact size, amount, or degree of something.

a)

Measure

b)

Attract

c)

Collect

d)

Imagine

45.

Related to fruits with a sour taste, such as lemons and oranges.

a)

Citrus

b)

Bitter

c)

Salty

d)

Sweet

46.

A product that is not as good as others, used to make a choice easier.

a)

Decoy item

b)

Basic item

c)

Cheap item

d)

Fresh item

47.

The area near the entrance where shoppers slow down and look around.

a)

Decompression zone

b)

Refrigerated zone

c)

Transportation zone

d)

Identification zone

48.

A long, thin plastic or metal container with a lid, used for pastes.

a)

Tube

b)

Bowl

c)

Sack

d)

Dish

49.

A person who has special knowledge or skills in the selling of goods.

a)

Retail expert

b)

Public member

c)

Market leader

d)

Social worker

50.

At the same height as a person’s face, where products sell the best.

a)

Eye level

b)

Low level

c)

Top level

d)

Mid level

51.

Excellent and without any mistakes; the highest standard of service.

a)

Impeccable

b)

Remarkable

c)

Proficient

d)

Consistent

52.

Moving or operating more slowly than usual; not efficient or quick.

a)

Sluggish

b)

Informal

c)

Reliable

d)

Friendly

53.

Too confident and trying to control everything in an annoying way.

a)

Distracting

b)

Challenging

c)

Entertaining

d)

Overbearing

54.

Unfriendly and in a bad mood; unwilling to smile or be helpful.

a)

Prompt

b)

Polite

c)

Sullen

d)

Casual

55.

To try especially hard to do something good or helpful for someone.

a)

Look out for a bit

b)

Go out of your way

c)

Make sure of a way

d)

Take care of a few

56.

To eat or drink a large amount of something very quickly and greedily.

a)

Digest

b)

Sample

c)

Guzzle

d)

Nibble

57.

To be forced to admit that you were wrong and apologize for it.

a)

Lose your mind

b)

Take a big risk

c)

Keep your head

d)

Eat humble pie

58.

To share the cost of a meal so that each person pays for themselves.

a)

Go Dutch

b)

Get free

c)

Pay cash

d)

Be broke

59.

To eat much more than is healthy or necessary in a short time.

a)

Munch

b)

Snack

c)

Binge

d)

Feast

60.

To behave in a very strange or crazy way; not acting reasonably.

a)

Fast to react

b)

Out to lunch

c)

Down to earth

d)

Back to work

61.

To remove the unwanted fat from the edges of a piece of meat.

a)

Heat off

b)

Take off

c)

Peel off

d)

Trim off

62.

Giving the wrong idea or impression; making you believe a lie.

a)

Convincing

b)

Concerning

c)

Misleading

d)

Demanding

63.

To pour liquid, such as melted butter or juices, over meat while it cooks.

a)

Roast

b)

Baste

c)

Grill

d)

Steam

64.

To cook something in liquid that is almost boiling but not quite.

a)

Sauté

b)

Simmer

c)

Freeze

d)

Blanch

65.

To mix ingredients together gently using a curved, lifting motion.

a)

Whip

b)

Fold

c)

Chop

d)

Peel

66.

To cook food quickly in a small amount of hot oil in a frying pan.

a)

Sauté

b)

Roast

c)

Broil

d)

Scald

67.

Food that is so tasty that you feel like you want to eat more of it.

a)

Bitter

b)

Stodgy

c)

Slap-up

d)

Moreish

68.

To choose only the best or most suitable people or things from a group.

a)

Water-down

b)

Sugar-coat

c)

Finger-food

d)

Cherry-pick

69.

Someone who is very special to you and whom you love very much.

a)

Light of your day

b)

Star of your show

c)

Apple of your eye

d)

Salt of your life

70.

Remaining very calm and controlled even in a difficult situation.

a)

Hard as a titanium

b)

Weak as a jelly-fish

c)

Fast as a lightning

d)

Cool as a cucumber

71.

Heavy, filling, and difficult for the stomach to process easily.

a)

Stodgy

b)

Creamy

c)

Tender

d)

Crunchy

72.

An important event in the development or history of something.

a)

Feat

b)

Milestone

c)

Breakthrough

d)

Triumph

73.

To bring animals or plants under human control for food, power, or company.

(a)  

74.

An important discovery or development that helps solve a problem.

(a)  

75.

To get rid of something completely or destroy something bad, such as a disease.

a)

Subdue

b)

Eradicate

c)

Pillage

d)

Replace

76.

A refusal to obey orders, especially in a military or professional setting.

a)

Subdue

b)

Pillage

c)

Divine Mandate

d)

Insubordination

77.

Neighboring or touching at the edges; sharing a common border.

a)

Pastoral

b)

Aristocracy

c)

Contiguous

d)

Inhabited

78.

To rob a place using violence, especially during a time of war.

a)

Seize

b)

Forge

c)

Pillage

d)

Insubordination

79.

The land and buildings owned by a person, company, or organization.

a)

Custody

b)

Scene

c)

Premises

d)

Evidence

80.

To officially decide and announce what a punishment will be for a crime.

a)

Sentence

b)

Confirm

c)

Admit

d)

Appeal

81.

Working secretly using a false appearance to get information for the police.

(a)  

82.

Strong action taken by an authority to stop a particular illegal activity.

a)

Remand

b)

Crackdown

c)

Sentence

d)

Appeal

83.

To move slowly in a winding or curving path, like a river.

a)

Mingle

b)

Meander

c)

Stagnant

d)

Mix

84.

A safe place where living things (wildlife) are protected.

a)

Hammock

b)

Labyrinth

c)

Sanctuary

d)

Wetland

85.

Water that is a mix of fresh river water and salty ocean water.

(a)  

86.

A large number or a huge amount of something.

a)

Profusion

b)

Clamor

c)

Tumult

d)

Horizon

87.

A "centaur" is a legendary creature that is depicted as having:

a)

The ability to rise from its own ashes

b)

The body of a lion and wings of an eagle

c)

A reptilian body and wings

d)

The head and torso of a human and the body of a horse

88.

The hotel room was described as "dingy." Which of the following best describes a dingy room?

a)

Dark, dirty, and in poor condition

b)

Expensive but lacking in basic customer service

c)

Small but very comfortable and warm

d)

Brightly lit with large windows and modern furniture

89.

To "obliterate" signs or tracks (as mentioned in the context of travel/nature) means to:

a)

Follow them to find a specific destination

b)

Completely destroy or cover them so they cannot be seen

c)

Record them in a historical chronicle

d)

Carefully preserve them for future tourists

90.

The term "accrue" is used regarding the benefits of tourism. If benefits "accrue" to the local community, it means they:

a)

Are taken away by the government

b)

Are shared only among the wealthy tourists

c)

Increase or accumulate over a period of time

d)

Decrease rapidly due to inflation

91.

Which of the following is a primary goal of "sustainable tourism"?

a)

Building high-rise luxury condos in protected nature reserves

b)

Minimizing environmental impact while supporting local culture and economy

c)

Replacing indigenous artisans with factory-made souvenirs

d)

Encouraging as many people as possible to visit a site at once

92.

If a traveler is trying to reduce their "carbon footprint," they are most likely:

a)

Reducing the total amount of greenhouse gases produced by their actions

b)

Buying locally made "bits and pieces" from street vendors

c)

Trying to walk more on sandy beaches

d)

Looking for more expensive, "plum" jobs abroad

93.

"Overtourism" in places like Green Haven is managed by:

a)

Encouraging tourists to go "astray" from the main paths

b)

Limiting visitor numbers to protect historical and natural sites

c)

Building more "fair-trade" lodges in the city center

d)

Increasing the number of flights to the area

94.

A "spire" on a cathedral is best described as:

a)

A wide, open square where people gather

b)

The overhanging edge of a roof that casts a shadow

c)

A dark, underground tunnel for the subway

d)

A tall, narrow, pointed structure on the top of a building

95.

The streets in the mysterious town were "cobbled." This means the roads were:

a)

Covered in thick, wet mud

b)

Lined with "overhanging eaves"

c)

Paved with rounded stones

d)

Paved with smooth, modern asphalt

96.

During a long hike through difficult "terrain," a traveler might suffer from "fatigue." Fatigue is:

a)

Extreme tiredness resulting from physical or mental exertion

b)

A sudden, strong wind (gust)

c)

A feeling of excitement before a journey

d)

The ability to see the horizon clearly

97.

If you are walking in a city and hear people speaking in "hushed tones," they are:

a)

Singing traditional folklore songs

b)

Arguing about the price of goods at a bazaar

c)

Speaking very quietly or whispering

d)

Shouting loudly to attract attention

98.

A traveler who goes "astray" has:

a)

Stumbled over a "cobbled" road

b)

Become a responsible, mindful tourist

c)

Reached their destination ahead of schedule

d)

Moved away from the correct path or direction

99.

Which word describes a place that is "magnificent" or "impressive in size"?

a)

Sluggish

b)

Off-putting

c)

Grandeur

d)

Dingy

100.

In the description of the town Bistritz, the houses are called "quaint." What does this mean?

a)

Very crowded and noisy

b)

Scary and haunted by evil spirits

c)

Attractively unusual or old-fashioned

d)

Extremely tall and made of glass (skyscrapers)