I. Choose the words that best complete the sentences in the text.

Earthquakes are amongst the most destructive usually (2) without any warning and
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(1) disasters. They (3) in a great

tidal waves which, in the (8)

(4) ot lite and an enormous demolition ot buildings. Additionally, they

cause devastating landslides or create gigantic (5), are collosal walls ot water smashing (6) ot destroying (7) majority ot tatalities (9) . lasts 30 to 60 seconds, so usually there is no time to (11) once the shaking starts. The trigger (12) a complex chain lifted, pushed or and, (10) the mortal into seashores with such

may .."

torce that they are about when buildings Most trequently, savage torces the earthquake

coastal

cities. However,

and serious injuries

ot an earthquake

(13) in the building's structure when it is shaken, pulled. A building'sheight, its shape and construction (14) deciding about the survival or collapse (15).

materials are the most signiticant ot the structure

consequently, about the lite or death ot its

1. a) nature 2. a) hit 3. a) result 4. a) tatality 5. a) tact 6. a) potential 7. a) wide 8. a) bring 9. a) demolish 10. a) avert 11. a) upkeep 12. a) up 13. a) activity 14. a) tactors 15. a) settlers

b) naturalistic b) strike b) efteet b) waste b) certainty b) conceivable b) broad b) come b) jumble b)evade b) upturn b) on b) motion b) phenomena b) eitizens

c) natural c) tall c) lead e) harm c) honesty c) capable c) tuli c) lay c) destroy c) abstain c) upshot c) out c) progress e) points c) inhabitants

d) native d) attack d) cause d) loss d) truth d) possible d) vast d) make d) collapse d) restrain d) uptake d) oft d) reaction d) ingredients d) burghers

II. Put the words

in the correct

torm.

3. The landlord was very generous to us. Ali that we consumed in his inn was
"""""""""""""""

the house.

1. Does it make any (DIFFER) to them it we pay by cheque? 2. The two boys should receive a just punishment. Their .............................. (BEHAVE) at the inauguration ceremony was really outrageous. 3. Couldn't you provide us with amore (PRACTICE) scheme? The one you have just devised is not sensible at alI. 4. As a matter ot tact, the realisation ot the project itselt isn't so ".......... (TROUBLE) as the initial conditions we have to accept. 5. Jason is the most (TRUTH) person I know. He never t811s lies. 6. Mutual accusations will get you nowhere. You'd better try to find a more reasonable
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4. We can't give up. Now that we have gone through the most difficult part of the route we must reach Khartoum """"""""""""""" any cost. 5. If you had informed us """""""""""""'", advance that you wouldn't be giving any

seminar we wouldn't have gone to the trouble of making all the necessary arrangements. 6. Jack's great interest """"""""""""""" Unidentified Flying Obh.cts seems quite odd

to his friends, but the boy considers it an absorbing hobby.

7. Whatunavoidably makesmeangry """""""""""""""

prompt decisions.

Frank is his inability to take

(SOLVE) (DIVIDE)

to your conflict. between its members. (FASHION) among youths these days to spend their

8. The football star is going to spend holidays in a secluded place where he expects to

7. The main cause ot the current crisis in the party seems to be the deep 8. l1's most free time in the cinema. 9. Unfortunately, none of us managed to convince the director of the benefits that our experiment might bring. His 10. Cindy and Mike's close """"""""""""""" (APPROVE) (FRIEND) grew even stronger when Jack mentioned the possible cost of the venture. finally developed into a profound feeling and culminated in their marriage last year. 11. Nobody has applied for the mission knowing how may be. 12. Tom has lost his 13. 'What's the " (CONFIDE) in conventional medicine after 'It's six metres long.' (DOUBT) whether he'lI many years of unsuccessful treatment and has opted for acupuncture. (LONG) of this rope?' 14. Mark's been terribly busy this week. It's .." attend our performance tomorrow. 15. 'Why didn't they react to my warning?' 'They might not have understood its discreet (MEAN).'

hide""""""""""""""" thecuriousjournalistsandphotographers. 9. Alithecandidates, xcept """"""""""""""" e Mr Jenkins, have scored the required
number of points. 10. Customers used to complain about the high prices of food, meat particular. 11. Learning this long definition 12.lnstead
"""""""""""""""

heart, at first, seemed an impossible memorizing it.

task. But, finally, I was successful

a long speech at the beginning of the meeting, the

chairman only gave a short welcome to all the participants.

(HAZARD) it

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13. Only Mark was keen """"" going fishing early in the morning. The rest ot the company telt too tired after their long journey. 14. Tell the children to stop tooling around or 1'11 e my patience los them. 15. There's no difference price these two printers.

IV. Rewrite the sentences meaning.

using the given torms so that they retain their original

1. It wasn't Tom that you saw in the department store, tor sure. III. Insert the correct prepositions. It couldn't 2. We had to cali the doctor because the baby had a high temperature
. . .. . . . . . . . .

(because ot).

AT

BETWEEN

BY

IN

FOR

FROM

OF

ON

WITH
3. It I were you, I wouldn't tell anybody about the discovery.

"...............

1. Although Mrs Parker was bitterly jealous

her friends' higher

You had 4. The boys laughed at the man in spite ot his old age. (tun ot)

wages in the company, she managed to avoid making sharp comments. 2. The committee doesn't support any immediate changes. They say the modifications should be introduced step
" step.

...

.....

5. You are 0.11 elcome to take any to od you like. w

8.Theideato by 0.11 visitors. the a) do 9. His a) disregard b) pay c) go

a visit to the local council residence was welcomed

Help 6. What was the reason tor his resignation? (made)

d) walk

ot the safety regulations really can't be ignored any longer. b) untamiliarity c) carelessness d) inattention

7. Did the children enjoy themselves during the performance?

, ....

(good time)

10. Let's """"""""""""""" a) miss

the place, it looks sa gloomy and unpleasanl. c) depart d) disappear ,so give us, please, more details on

b) abandon

8. We haven't had any message tram him since March. (heard)

11. What you are saying is quite the situation.

9. You don't have to worry about the tuture. (no need) There 10. Ali the students were awarded diplomas. Every ... ... . ,.

a) tamous

b) accustomed

c) obvious

d) tamiliar ot the President entering

12. For a short while, I managed to catch the palace. a) vision b) notice c) view d) sight

13. The suggestion to leave the camp at once was strongly climbers who were afraid ot the approaching snowstorm.

by the

V. Choose the correct answer.

1. It you go on report. a) disturbing b) attlicting c) concerning d) affecting me crazy. . me like this, I will never be able to tinish writing my

a) opposed

b) complained

c) quarreled

d) resigned your duties may

14. The tirst thing tor ali ot you to remember is that .............. result in an instant dismissal. a) escaping

.
c) resisting d) missing

b) neglecting

2. Turn aft this machine, please. The harsh sound really a) takes b) worries c) drives d) bothers

15. It was the commission's job to dec ide whether the pilot was .......... the crash that occurred right after the take-otf.

tor

3. Everyone knew that a) working b) engaging

this task would require a considerable c) making d) completing

effort.

a) responsible 16. None ot us has ever

b) prane

c) guilty

d) comprehensive

ot taking any rash steps against illegal

4. Mr Tanner did his best to tix the taulty oven, but his .. electrical devices wasn't good enough to succeed. a) service 5. Judy didn't b) ski II c) technique d) craft

at repairing

broadcasting. a) dec la red b) persisted c) appraved d) concluded by the enemy forces. d) torture

17. Several soldiers ot the squad were taken ............ a) capture 18. The student was b) hostage c) kidnap

tor a second to agree to Mike's proposal as she had

been in love with the boy tor a long time. a) decide b) linger c) hesitate d) await

,... ot understanding the theory even after the

pratessor's protound explanation. a) incompetent b) incapable c) helpless d) unsuccesstul me company?

6. Don't get so nervous about his com ing late. When you get to know him better, you'lI learn to take it a) easy b) loose c) nice d) tine tor parking his vehicle in the wrang

19. I'm going tor a walk in the park. Would you like to '" a) follow 20. Patrick is too a) instant b) condemned c) harrassed d) tined b) stay , b) spontaneous c) ward d) keep

7. The inconsiderate driver was place. a) intlicted

a gambler to resist placing a bet on the tinal game. c) compulsive d) continuous

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II. Put the words in the correct form.

1. The low """""""""""""""

(ATTEND)

at the concert was a result of the organizers'

I. Replace each italicized words with a synonymous one. II is believed that aur inherited (1) genetic characteristics play the decisive (2) role in aur
being beautiful, attraetive and appealing to other individuals. Although there is no

carelessness

about giving it even more extensive publicity.

""""""""'-""""""

2. Another attempt to establish a

(LAST)

peace has failed after

elear (3)

one of the negotiators refused to sign the treaty. 3. This new situation is more than investors. Definitely, it's a chance not to miss.

(ADVANTAGE) to all the

theory on what beauty really is and how it works, the results of a recent scientifie research (4) seem to eon firm (5) the hypothesis that our facial features are determined (6) by our

4. Besides innumerable human victims, the tornado has caused an enormous (DESTROY) 5. A sudden to the buildings in the area. in food prices will certainly bring about

brains. Their possible role is to ref/ect (7) health and fertility as well as genetic superiority - the quality that people, supposedly their own sexual preferences. (8), share with animals whieh, like humans, have rely on the brightest

(GROW)

Most species of birds, for example, (9) their partners

violent protests from the population. 6. Let's stop quarrelling about such (RELEVANT) details. It doesn't

colours of plumage when selecting (11) of the feathers chi/dren (12).

(10). To them, the vivid shades healthy

indicate the potential partner's genetic fitness to produce

matter what we take first, the soup ar the second course.

7. The number of the nails Harry had bought at the ironmonger's wasn't
(13) our well-being and our sexual attractiveness, but (SUFFICE) and we had to borrow a few from our neighbour.

""""""""""'"

In humans, similarly, beauty shows

as far as our facial characteristics are taken into account, people tend (14) to regard as
extremely

8.

(OBEY) at this school is severely punished, sa remember to mind your manners both during the lessons and outside the classroom.

charming

(15) the faces with the highest degree of symmetry.

And equally

effeetively, the facial properties may ais o indieate the appeal of the whole body.

9. Some people claim that the microprocessor (INVENT) of the 20th century.

is the greatest

..............................

1. a) indebted 2. a) vital 3. a) eminent 4. a) chore 5. a) bear out 6. a) reliant 7. a) manifest 8. a) plainly 9. a) favouring 10. a) counterparts 11. a) dyes 12. a) stamina 13. a) affirms 14. a) ineline 15. a) flourishing

b) derivative b) functional b) obscure b) endeavour b) stand down b) conditioned b) pertain b) normally b) postulating b) mates b) marvels b) progeny b) foresees b) aspire b) startling

e) innate e) tangible c) indicative e) inquiry c) prop up e) implied c) survey c) allegedly c) referring c) fellows c) twilights c) entity e) displays c) anticipate e) eaptivating

d) aequisitive d) eustomary d) explicit d) labour

10. The actors received a """""""""""""""

(STAND)

ovation from the enthusiastic

audience for their brilliant performance in Othello.

11. Without the congressmen's

"""""""""""""""

(VALUE) assistanee we would never

have gathered enough money tor our son's operation. 12.lt's d) make about d) designated d) uncover d) mainly d) asserting d) accomplices d) hues d) forebears d) envisages d) declare d) engrossing """"""""""""""" (POINT) to try to reach the village on toot. The only possible

way ot getting there is by helicopter. 13. Jack's initial (EXCITE) at taking part in the competition died

down after he had learned about the extra costs he would have had to eover. 14. The """"""""""""""" (PLEASE) of spending holidays in the countryside consists

in breathing tresh air and being in harmony with nature. 15. You'd better ask Frank, I'm not in you are looking tor. (POSSESS) ot the manual

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III. Add the suitable verbs to make the correct phrasal verbs.

IV. Rewrite the sentences using the given forms so that they retain their original meaning. lie 1. Is your uncle the owner ot this RoIIs Royce? (belong)
. """"""'"

break

com e

do take

drop

get

go

jump

put

settle

throw

tick

tum

work

1. Mike's interest in practicing karate boy started to look tor a new hobby to take up.

oft rather quickly and the

2. After I had introduced my guests to each other I made a long speech on the current changes in the computer technologies. Having 3. Why didn't they tell us they were going to sell their house?

2. The exact cost ot the whole venture isn't known vet, but our best accountants have been trying to it out. up with and no

3. For some people, the situation was too tense to wonder that quite a tew ot them preterred to go home. .1.There was no sign indicating that the cottage had been vet, the owner was sure his precious paintings had been stolen. 5. 'There's no hot chocolate on the menu, sir.' 'That's all right. I can with a cup ot tea instead.' 6. Luckily, the bomb which anyone. 7. I don't quite like the new apprentice's approach. Heseems down on the job. to

Iwish 4. George won't lend his tape recorder to you it you don't promise to bring it back by Saturday. (uniess)
"""""""""'"

into,

5. Jerry had terrible problems with solving the riddle. (hardly) aft near the bank last Friday didn't kill 6. Our representatives

................
have been criticizing the new concept. (critical)

................
7. It doesn't make any difference il they paint the board white or yellow. It ....... (matter)

8. We owe this marvellous wooden church building to the lirst Christian pioneers who down in this area in the 16th century. 9. Our stay in the town will certainly be a good chance lor Michael to visit his

...

...

'}, Finally, the new prime minister has been appointed. grandtather's birthplace, so I'm sure he will at the opportunity. after his grandtather? They both have I. I haven't visited Oslo since 1998. ,....... them away or The last time . Mrs Arnold will take care ot our cat while we are away. (Iook) last. 10. Don't you think Patrick got equally blue eyes and blond hair.
<

1. It none ot you is going to wear these clothes, 1'11 donate them to charity.

12. During to the Winter Olympic Games the smali mountain village into a metropolis with thousands ol visitors trom all over the world. 13. I knew nothing about the treasure hidden in my garden. I ............... across it while I was digging the earth.

.............

14. Those naughty boys went on making terrible noise in the park even though they had been oft by the annoyed constable. away without

15. Mr Simpson's illegal practices enabled him to paying taxes tor almost two years.

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V. Fili the gaps with the correct words.

age fault point

average hand pride

chimney lead rash

dogs luck sale

dot order sight The money that some professional sportsmen eam shouldn't impress anyone when you of them manage to take into (1) the (2) immortality fact that only a few I. Choose the words that best complete the sentences in the text.

1. Stop acting like a chiid. In a tew weeks, you'lI be com ing of no body will tolerate your toolish behaviour any longer.

and

and everlasting

fame.

And once they reach their

(3) and display their talent at their best, they are fully conscious that their brilliant careers won't last for ever. They live under a constant
"

2. !t's much better for us that the supervisor has been dismissed fram work. Nobody could stand his finding with everything.

pressure of being

(4) and subsequently replaced by someone who is younger, faster and

3. It's no use trying to operate the photocopier, it's be en out of since September. 4. The Japanese runner was in the until she was outrun by the Italian champion. 5. The 8.20 fast train has never com e late, it has always arrived on the ....... 6. You say George and Stacy. I remember, it was love at first ...................... 7. These works of art aren't for One can only admire them in the museum. 8. The water in the lake must have been contaminated as dozens of holidaymakers came out in a 9. I have been totally out of either at raulette or at blackjack. 10. 'Don't worry, it won't take long before the rescue brigade arrives.' 'It's a very comtorting piece of news that hel p is at 11. We don't have any exact data, but on customers a day. 12. Today's performance representatives. 13. It's raining cats and evening. 14. Mrs Robson takes a lot of in her cooking and her guests outside, so we had better stay at home this of our pentathlon team was a shame, but we expect them to do of our much better at swimming which is the strangest , we serve a hundred after having bathed in it. this evening. I haven't won anything for about twelve kilometres

more pensions are

(5). For that reason, objectives like retirement benefits and (6) great concem to all prafessional athletes. (7) their protest against any policy unresponsive to their demands (8) the younger professionais seek more upgrading solutions to the

Some ot the retired competitors go as far as to organize strikes and rallies to

problem moreand moreot themattacha propersignificance """" as to

interestingand well-paid jobs (10) theirsports career is over.

(9)

a solid education, even at university level. Such an appraach should help them f'nd A completely new strategy has been (11) by the schools priding themselves (12) supporting their own teams. Their authorities 'nsist that the sports clubs members achieve high academic standards or else they are debarred fram partaking in certain sports events, which may lead to further (13) in their profess'onal careers. By these practical and most effective sports activity, the (14), combining education with (15) of the prafessional athlete as being brainless

and unintelligent may eventually be changing to the sportsmen's benefit.

1. a) reflection 2. a) obtain 3. a) prime 4. a) outcast 5. a) achieved 6. a) wit h 7. a) voice 8. a) whereby b) attention b) fulti! b)shape b) outshone b) attributed b) in b) claim b) whereas c) examination c) attain c) best c) outstayed c) accomplished c) at c) ins'st c) whereupon d) consideration d) succeed d) capacity d) outgrown d) accredited d) of d)speak d) wherein

compliment her on her delicious dishes. 15. I w'sh Tim would follow the doctor's ad vice and stop smoking like a

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9. a) mastering 10. a) right away 11. a) assembled 12. a) with 13. a) disruption 14. a) grounds 15. a) vision

b) learning b) pramptly b) installed b) on b) hitch b) results b) outlook

c) receiving c) barely c) devised c) tor c) detachment c) tactors c) image

d) attending d)once d) emerged d) in d) wreckage d) means d) judgement

9. It's essential that you deliverthe

documents in person by Thursday.

. . .. . . . . .. . .. . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . .. . .. . . . . .. . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . - . . . . - . . . - . . . . .. . . . . . .

10. Alice is going to apply torthe job ot a sales assistant in Newcastle.

.. .. . .. .. .. .. .. . .. . .. . . .. .. . ... .. . .. . . .. . .. . .. .. .. . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. . .. .. . . .. . . .. .. . .. . . .. . . .. . .

11. The only accident that happened last night was in Gloucester. A lorry collided with a tractor and the both drivers were slightly wounded.
. . .. . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . .. . .. . . . . ... .... . . . . . . . - . . . . . . .. . . . . . .

12. The guide advised us to put on som e warm clothes as cold weather was torecast.
""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""' .

13. Around midday, it started

to rain heavilyand the hikers had

to wait tor about halt an

II. Replace the italicized verb or phrase with the synonymous correct torm.

phrasal verb in the

hour betore

starting their trip.

.

""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""'

14. You won't have any problems wit h recognizing

him. He is easily seen even in a

... . ... ..... .. ... ... .

bring about handin set oft

care about hold on stand out

do up make out take over

get over put in tor tum down

give away run into wrap up

large crowd because ot his great height. .. .... ... "' ... ... . . 15. Making any unauthorized alterations
""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""

may result

in a tailure ot the machine.

-"........

1. Stop telling me about this tournament. /'m not interested in it. ..................................... 2. We have decided to redecorate our sittingraom in August.
.

111. ep/ace R

each

ita/icized adjective with a synonymous one.

absorbing horrible

desperate idle painful

tata'

genuine judicious precise

graceful mea n puzz/ed

innocent praiseworthy

3. Martin's condition was rather bad, but after a series ot antibiotic injections he recovered trom his illness.
.. .. ... .. . .. ... . . . . .. . .. . .. . .

ordinary

4. Untortunately, our secret plans had been revealed by someone betore we managed to put them into practice. ..........................................................................

1. This is not a very wise decision. Just think ot all the consequences
might lead to. ...........................

such an action

2. Mark was charmed by the girl's elegant movements and her good manners. the
.

5. The switchboard operator told me to wait on the phone betore she made
connection.

... ..

.. .. . .. ..
"""'....................

3. This is nothing new. It's just a usualtransistor radio. ........................... 4. Our academy admits only people with a real interest in art. 5. The bitterteeling ot having bee(1deserted by his closest triends made Stanley leave the city tor ever. ... . . 6. It you need some more specitic intormation, tum to Mr Smith, who is in direct contra I ot our department. ...........................

6. The inscription on the label was written in such a smali print that I could hardly

understand

its meaning. ..............................................................

7. I'm very sorry to say that I'm leaving your class tor some time. Mr Blackley will take my place.
8. At tirst, they seemed to be amazed at Peter's offer ot two thousand pounds, but in
the end they

7. The terrible discoveryot a skeleton in Mrs Preston's garden has pravoked endless speculations about a murderer hiding somewhere in the neighbourhood. """"" .......

rejected it.

. . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . .. .. . . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .

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8. The local newspapers write about the boy's admirabfe courage. After all, he was the
only one who hurried to the rescue. someone else. ........................... by the chairman's reply that I didn't know whether I was allowed to " .............

, 9. In spite ot countless obstacles, Jim succeeded in building his own house.

(succesful)

... . .. ... . .. ... . ... .. .

9. The suspect claimed he was not guifty and that the robbery was committed by
10. I was so confused

10. 1'11 upstairs to tind out it they have already vacated the rooms. go

(sure that)

... ...................

cast the vote or not. ...........................

11. Since Mrs Johnson's unexpected resignation, we have been in an

V. Choose the correct answer. urgent

need ol

a new secretary.

........................... ,............

1. Mrs Hurston was in deep a) regret b) griet c) lament

after her husband's unexpected death. d) disturbance to charity actions by d) commitment to the retorms in the tax

12. Mike's comment on the political crisis in our country provoked a fascinating discussion which kept us awake during the whole night.

2. The Martins have contirmed their strong donating a lump sum ot money again. b) reliance c) assignment
".

13. He is usually very fazy, so we have a hard time ol making him do his lessons properly. ,.. 14. The poor mother went mad after she had learnt about her son's deadfyaccident.

a) compliance

...........................
15. Don't bother to ask him a lavour. He is too seffish to help other people.

3. Theotherpartyhas raiseda numberot

system. a) problems b) objections c) difficulties

........................... IV. Rewrite the sentences using the given forms so that they retain their origina( meaning. 1. I don't usually sleep after work. (in the habit)
.. .. 2. Uttle Tommy was expecting Christmas with real delight. (forward to) .".. ,........... (capable) .... .. .. .... .

d) complaints

4. My older brother is extremely tond ot astronomy, he seems to a lot ot pleasure trom observing the stars. a) derive b) possess c) seize d) reach it too tar, so

5. I can accept criticism in general, but George really ..... I had no other option but to show my disapproval. a) carried b) pushed c) put d) made "...

6. When old Mr Barnaby died, several people substantiallegacy that he left. b) drew c) assumed

their claim to the

3. The young clerk didn't know how to deal with this complicated matter. ...".. 4. Alan is both a good sprinter and a skilled jumper. Besides 5. Several workers relused to join the strike. (opposed)

a) placed

d) laid

7. The relations between these two countries have become very after the unpleasant incident at the border. a) reckless 8. The press puts b) excitable c) teverish d) tense

on the police torces who were unable to cope

..,.
6. I haven't lent my new lawnmower to anybody.

wit h the crowd ot savage hooligans. a) tault b) charge c) blame d) guilt ..... all

9. On entering the nursery I stumbled on the wooden blocks Nobody 7. Peter's hair really ought to be cut. (needs)
.. .. .. .. . .. . . . . . . .

Qver the carpet. a) plunged b) scattered c) settled d) tossed

10. No matter how loudly you shout to him he won't hear you. He is as deat as a

8. The attacker made me open the sale. (was a) bat b) stump c) tomb d) post

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11. The jury subject. a) paid b) gave

her compliments on her excellent knowledge of the

c) made

d) said of
I. Write in the correct words.

12. We couldn't stay long, so we only wished Mark many happy his birthday and hurried to the airport. a) days b) retums c) moments - d) regards

L- - -

(1) has it that Zeus - the highest of the gods - took the form of a buli and f g (2) of their love was

13. Ever since we quarrelled in the office, Janice and I have been enemies.

seduced the princess named Europa. The

a) assured

b) confirmed

c) defined

d) guaranteed I'd certainly have

Minos who was later e - - - - - d (3) the first king of Crete. The wife of Minos ais o feli in love with the buli and she - v -

(4) birth to a monster who was half-man and

14. It I had known that she had tallen so seriously visited her in hospital. a) iii b) unhealthy c) invalid
d) unwell

half-bulI. The beast was, however,

from the Athenians. Consequently,

t (5) hidden in a winding labyrinth deep

a horrible human sacritice

beneath the king's palace. Minos, as a revenge, demanded after he got lost in the

every nine years seven youths and seven maidens with a - - s - - (6) tor human hero,

15. A young tourist has been declared .,..... mountains last Monday. a) absent b) deserter c) missing 16. You needn't hurry. You may take your definite answer. a) while b) minute 17. Michael was ................... scratched. a) stored b) fixed
c) time d) thinking

were thrown down the dungeon to Minotaur - amonster

tlesh. Theseus, the son ot Aegeus - the Athenian ruler - and the acknowledged d) vanished before you give me the

insisted on

g (7) the Minotaur in its dungeon to kill the

f d (8) the monstrous creature

monster. In a desperate fight Theseus

and escaped from the maze with the helping

- - - -

(9) ot Ariadne. On com ing back

-

with anger when he saw his car had been

to Athens, however, he didn't r - - - - (10) a white sail as he had

r -

(11) to his father before and griet-stricken Aegeus - the king - threw - - - - - - f (12)

c) loaded

d) filled at alI. Nobody in the classroom

inlo the sea. Ever since the event, the sea has been cal led the Aegean Sea.

18. The schoolboy's excuse wasn't ............. believed in the far-fetched story he told. a) credential b) credible c) creditable

II. Put the words in the correct form.

d) credulous

1. This year winter is rather mild in when temperatures 2. Ali the tire spread out. feli below thirty degrees. (RESIDE)

(COMPARE)

with the last one

19. The professor wasn't ..., country after his long stay abroad. a) familiar b) present

with the current political affairs in his d) actual

of Ihe hotel had been evacuated betore Ihe

c) knowledgeable

20. It's not easy to make Stanley furious, the boy is very gentle by . a) himself b) personality c) reaction d) nature

3. If you want to improve your English, I recommend your buying a book on grammar
"

(USE) .

4. Our grandtather is so (FEAR) ot the modern technologies that he doesn't even want to have a TV set in his house. 5. The international council has devoled several million dollars tor hel p to the (DEVELOP) counlries in Atrica.
" "

6. At tirst, I was against keeping the news secret, but Frank's

(SENSE) arguments finally convinced me. 7. That day was the most

(MEMORY) one in Pamela's whole lite.

She kept reminding us of it almost every day.

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8. Working in these conditions may be extremely health, especially if no protective clothes are worn.

(HARM)

to

10. Would you mind waiting a minute? any moment. 11. Apart

We are expecting the mail

9. I wouldn't say these two statues were made by the same sculptor. In fact, there's little (RESEMBLE) between them. 10. The competitor was disqualified even though his having Clsed steroids was so firm. 11. Due to a heavy snowstorm the .......................... (DEPART) of the train was delayed. 12. The teacher did his best to encourage his pupils to use their (IMAGINE) when writing their stories. 13. Big loans on very 14. It was a (FAVQUR) conditions are offered by the bank who were to those who make a large-scale investment. (REST) afternoon for all the representatives, (WISE)

a harsh physical training, the troops have had to go

through an extensive language course.

(DENY) of

12. For many years, the population of the Syberian tiger has been ................... real danger of extinction. 13. Throughout the whole ceremony the president couldn't get rid of his anxiety the possible assassination. 14. Alice is working really hard make a good manageress. 15. This man has no idea about the law procedures, he must have been appointed as a juror mistake. her business skilIs as she wants to

busy preparing the necessary documents. 15. I have always admired her great most intricate problems. and skill in handling the

IV. Rewrite the sentences using the given torms 50 that they retain their original
meaning. 1. The building designer doesn't like the idea of a complete reconstruction. (approve)

III. Insert the correct prepositions. AT BY FOR FROM IN OF ON UNDER WITH

2. We have never visited a more charming place before. Never response to the rising demand production has had to be increased. 2. She said she didn't need any support and that she could arrange everything herself. 3. Danny wished his father could stay ......................... a few months of the military serviceto do. 4. Rather than go good, but the man still had 5. We haven't contacted each other for several months. (touch)

.......................

ABOUT 1.

petroi, its

3. My new assistant knows a lot about anaesthetics.

(knowledge)

...................... 4. Qur experiment will be carried out only if we gather enough money. (condition that)
. .. . .........

foot in the heavy rain, we preferred to wait a bus, however lon g that might have been. her son's victory in the school .... present; it's been

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ........

6. Mr Thompson's

opinion of these innovations is rather low. (much of)

5. Mrs Railey was very glad competition. 6. I'm unable to use my computer repair since last Monday.

.......................
7. Michael works overtime because he wants to pay off his debts. (view)
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... .....

7. After a lon g walk through the dense jungle, the refugees found themselves terrain where they could feel free 8. The poor man who died devoted worker. their pursuers.

in a rocky

8. Each of us has tried to comfort the depressed patient. (attempt)

.
9. I was just going to leave my office when the phone rang. (about)

... ..........

heart attack had been our most .......................

9. The police have come across some substantial evidence, which will make it easier for the court to charge the terrorists murder.

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10. Nobody managed to work out the correct answer. (fai led) . .. ... ... .........

V. Fili the gaps with the correct words. I. Choose the words that best complete the sentences in the text. cash lamb sense fingers log temper flight names tune hand risk weather home rule wall The knowledge and eloquence usually perceived nature that that people (1) through travelling is (2) in lile. It is the inquisitive human

as the best ..................... (3) people to seek

(4) experiences and (5) (6) a better

to set out on an exploration trip. Those who travel Irequently and to 1. The younger scouts were too atraid to take the through the deep torest late at nighL 2. After a while, the lecturer lost his ...~ students who had been sniggering ali the time. 3. The trading company that he set up a year ago has recently gone to the because ot the huge tinanciallosses " plays out ot with the job. . it has made. 4. Mary has no prablems with running the accounts. Indeed, she teels at 5. I can't say he's very good at playing the saxophone. It hap pens quite often that he 6. There is no bigger gardening enthusiast in the village than Mr Dandelion. His skill at growing plants is admirabie and his neighbours say he's got green ..".................... 7. Let me stay at home this morning, please. I'm tee!ing rather under the ,so I won't be ot great use in the office. 8. Phillip, apologize to your sister! I don't want to hear you caliing her
,

ot marching and started to shout at the

places benetit tram establishing However, there is a prane to their characteristics. the

new relationships

and ...............

knowledge about other cultures and lilestyles. (7) ol truth in the assumption that people are

(8) cliches and untounded prejudices about other nations and Sometimes, it is only the tirst-hand encounter that can help change This direct contact (10) their baseless allile in all laur

(9) towards the so-called 'interior communities'. enables travellers to

with a different civilization assumptions and get

(11) with the real concept

corners ot the globe.

(12) question, travelling

it easier tor many individuals to acknowledge customs. Yet, it does not always mean enjoymenL com ing close with the atrocities ol real existence

"

(13) Iriendship and makes

(14) aware ol the

the true value ot different traditions and It mayaiso as well as becoming

challenges and hardships that other people have to struggle with. Hence, a true voyage is the one with a good deal ol experience combined
" .

to

"

(15) about, very otten

anymore.

with exposure to abhorrent sights and incredible ordeals. The learning to be both their

9. We were intormed by the shop assistant that they didn't accept credit cards.

complete, thus, requires an abi!ity to observe and analyse the surraundings, glamour and brutality. 1. a) purchase 2. a) completion ot 3. a) impels 4. a) thriving 5. a) reverse 6. a) acquiring 7.a)speck b) exact b) lullilment b) involves b) throbbing b) averse b) educating b) grain b) cherishing c) gain c) conclusion c) entails c) thwarting c) diverse c) learning c) scrap c) indulging d) nurture

Consequently, we had no other option but to pay in

1O. When Alex returns tram work, he is usually sa tired that he falls asleep immediately and sleeps !ike a until supper time. 11. I can understand his dissatistaction wit h his meagre wages, but on the other ".. ,he isn't a tuli time worker. 12. Somebody pushed Eric in the crowd and the boy tell down the stairs and brake his leg. 13. Brian takes sandwiches and black coffee tor breaktast as a .. 14. That dog ot theirs may look dangerous, but in tact, it's as gentle as a 15. The new apprentice is very clever. However, one thing he stilllacks ot duty. is the

d) resolution d) pursues d) thrilling d) converse d) exacting d) tip d) persisting

8. a) persevering

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9. a) prejudiee 10. a) drop 11. a) intormed 12. a) Apart 13. a) taeilitates 14. a) involve 15. a) eommemorate

b) manner b) eease b) realized b) Beyond b) aftords b) derive b) reminisee

e) outlook e) tail e) aequainted e) Untailing e) elieits e) eonsist e) resemble

d) approaeh d) quit d) detined d) Beneath d) ineites d) enelose d) remind

III. Insert the correct prepositions. AT BY FOR FROM IN OF TO WITH battle. tear ot having it

1. Richard the Third wasn't the on!y king who died 2. Mr Bradley has had an alarm installed in his car stolen. 3. If your diel is deticient

vitamins and minerais, the risk ot

II.Put the words in the correct form.

1. Eddie had imagined lite on Ihe tarm lo be enjoyable and peaeetul, bul Ihe

developing a serious disease is higher. 4. Our section has gained quite an independence since we are able to raise our own tunds. 5. The scouts got very tired ot Ihis mathematieal rule? a good rest. 6. Why don'l you send a message delivered more quickly, then. 7. The manutacturer (ABLE) enabled her to obtain a seholarship has assured us that his producls always work properly, no matter use. developing a prototype ot an marehing up the hill and asked tor the main branch

".. (REAL)
2. Do youremember 3. They say that that? the exaet

lurned out to be tolally difterent. (OEFINE)

(SILENT) is golden, but who eould really believe (IN FORM). Even his

return ot post? It will be

4. Protessor Jenkins' leetures were the most books didn't eontain so much relevant data. 5. Cindy's unique artistie abroad. 6. Our national team has played beyond ..... beaten the world ehampions twice. 7. The customs officer insisted on examining the suitcases.

how long they have been 8. We have recently direcled our aims extremely economical vehiele. 9. You should be ashamed (CONT AIN) ot our brother again! .................

(EXPECT). They have

what you have done. Oon't ever hit your

10. II wasn't at all easy tor the European members ot the expedition to get aeeustomed
"""""""""""""""

8. One ot the most disturbing questions the governmenl has to tace is Ihe rising (EMPLOY) 9. Even Ihough an among the rural population. (EXTENO) seareh tor the missing ehild has been

so hot and humid a elimate ot South America.

11. The Browns and their neighbours we re examined at the police station in eonnection the burglaries in the district. 12. You should have asked Tom to instal the pipe in your bathroom. He is very elever : every kind ot manual work. pianning Ihe excursion, but Ihey

earried out by Ihe local police, there has been no sign ot progress so tar. 10. 'Aliee has to Id me she is thinking ot breaking oft her (ENGAGE) to Martin.' 'Do you think she doesn't love the boy any more?' (SEE) has improved considerably.

13. I did my best to be helptul seemed to pay no attention to my remarks.

11. Thanks to the operation my

I hope that after the next one I won't have to wear glasses at alI. 12. A lot ot , (COMPLAIN) have been written to the town council by the inhabitants ot the area where the nuclear power station is to be built. 13. The most (STAND) teature ot his character is his great

14. The tire brigade have earned a good deal ot appreciation great courage displayed in the rescue action. 15. After two months spent in the local hospilal, Christine has recently recovered her bad injuries.

Iheir

generosity. 14. I wouldn't assume that he would help you in case ot trouble. He isn't so (REL Y) a person as you may think him to be. 15. What the teacher expects us to write is a thorough description ot the (INOUSTRY) revolution in Britain.

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IV. Rewrite the sentences using the given forms so that they retain their original meaning. 1. I was strongly determined to complete my dissertation by the end ot the month. I had 3. In spite ot our big ettort, we have not managed to tor the renovation ot the school buildings. a) raise b) compose c) rear d) score on the num ber ot investors we enough money

.. ... ... ..... .

4. The success ot our campaign is can attract. a) legible b) relative c) dependent

2. Father doesn't want you to k-eep these disgusting insects. (rid) d) obtainable 5. George didn't attend school tor six weeks as he had to stay in hospital where he was 3. When we came back home we realized it had been broken jnto. On 4. He willlie on the sota doing nothing all day round. (nothing but) a) tixed for pneumonia. b) mended c) relieved d) treated

6. I don't believe a............... a) sentence b) word

. of what he says. c) phrase d) matter of spitting on the floor and we moved

5. They say they don't want to play cricket any more. (bored)

7. We couldn't stand his nast y him tram our department.

6. Andy didn't tell anybody that he was going on a lone expedition.

(without)

a) disposition 8. A/ex was

b) character

c) gui!!

d) habit

Andy went
7. As soon as it gets warmer, the spring tlowers will bloom. The moment 8. One ot the relatives has made a statement tor the mourning parents on television. (behalf)

enough on becoming a professional sportsman and he

didn't want to listen to anybody else's advice. a) intent b) eager c) definite d) certain

9. You'd better not place a bet on Stalion. In my opinion, the horse doesn't
"""""""""""""""

a chance ot winning the race. b) stand c) rise d) play ot the warning and they went swimming in the

a) win

9. Was it difficult tor you to assemble the set? (difficulty)

10. Nobody took any contaminated water. a) information 11. It was .......... how to react. a) main b) high c) latest b) attention

......
10. We are hiring a specialist to redecorate the tlat. (having)

c) notice

d) sight

time we did something about the case, but we had no idea

d) fair us to buy a tlat in

V. Choose the correct answer. 1. Michael was a terrible a) culprit b) coward c) tiance , he was even atraid to stay at home alone. d) boaster

12. The loan that we had received trom our parents Cambridge. a) enabled 13. Patrick ....... class restaurant tor dinner. a) appeared c) reached d) compromised 14. I was immensely the bus accident. a) relieved b) improved b) envisioned c) exposed d) displayed b) assisted c) fultilled d) granted

his joy at winning the prize by inviting his triends to a first-

2. After a lengthy debate, the spokesman announced the board had a unanimous conclusion. a) commited b) solved

to hear that none of my re/atives was killed in

c) recovered

d) healed

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15. They say that a friend in a) miss b) lack c) wish

is a friend indeed. d) need

'" '"'~i,' " ot an

)i;'iifiijfr~:~<ti~i:\f;:t;;j

16. It is not a great achievement to me if you make money by..... illegal business. a) sorts b) means c) process d) works

r
!

I. Replace each italicized

word with a synonymous

one.

17. Mind that the baby shouldn't to uch the knife, it's as sharp as a a) blade b) sword c) cut d) razor saw it in complete

The game of solving difficult profound excitement

(1) puzzles has always fil1ed (2) people with the feeling of a (4) of treasure hunting
(5)

(3). No wonder, then, that the fascination

18. The mother was furious when she entered the nurseryand

has invariably been associated with the possibility of realizing the most improbable dreams. According to what the psychologists

claim, there is a little boy in every treasure

a) pollution pay extra money. a) mean right way. a) operate

b) dirt

c) disorder

d) junk having to

hunter.Vet, the chase (6) of hidden valuables has recently become a serious venture (7)
with amateur and professional seekers equipped with h.ighly sophisticated metal detectors, radars, sonars or underwater cameras. What raises the adrenaline level in these treasure-obsessed their duty in the old maps and other variety (9) ot clues promising fanatics are legends, myths,
(10) fortunes buried

devices

(8) like

19. Your staying in this room longer than seven days will b) correspond c) prove d) inter

immeasurable

20. Mr Robson's job is to teach the young officers to b) perform c) commit d) proceed

beneath the earth's surface or drowned in the ancient galleys.

For many treasure hunters the struggle of hint searching is even more stimulating

(11)

than digging out a treasure trove composed ot golden or silver objects, jewellery and other priceless artefacts. The job is, however, extremely strenuous as even the most puzz/ing

(12) clues must be thoroughly analysed (13). Failures and misinterpretations occur (14)
quite frequently, too. Vet, even the most unlikely clue or the smallest find is enough to reinforce the hunter's self-confidence Indeed, the delight in treasure and passion. doesn't always

finding

depend

on

(15) acquiring

tremendous amounts ot valuables. Whatever is detected, be it a rusty sundial or a marble statue, brings joy and reward after a long and exhausting search. 1. a) extreme 2. a) imposed 3. a) exhilaralion 4. a) rage 5. a) inopportune 6. a) pursuit 7. a) riddle 8. a) garments 9. a) range 10. a) ceaseless 11. a) rousing b) fierce b) congested b) dismay b) trauma b) impetuous b) dash b) exploit b) auxiliaries b)abundance b) superfluous b) gruelling c) intricate c) imbued c) acclaim c) craze c) unbearable c) gail c) toil c) appliances c) slack c) unaccountable c) escalating d) vehement d) aroused d) inflammation d) uproar d) implausible d) crusade d) slrain d) phenomena d) batch d) inestimable d) engulfing

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12. a) crippling 13. a) utilized 14. a) unveil 15. a) dwell on

b) appalling b) scrutinized b) concur b) poke around

c) baffling c) disclosed c) betalI c) lay about

d) overwhelming d) verbalized d) encounter d) hinge upon

10.We have been in good relalions ever since we met each other at the pilgrimage last
year. .."
.."

""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""",

. offensive remarks he made to Julia.

.

1. The teacher has obliged Robert to

withdrawthe

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1-2.As a result ot a heavy raintall the athletic event has had to be cancelled. II. Replace the italicized correct form. verbs or phrases wit h a synonymous phrasal verb in the ... ... .. . ... ... ... .. .. .. . ... ... .... .. ... .... .. ... ... ... . .... 13. Thousands ot enthusiasts trom around the world gathered to see the tamous film star, but to their disappointment, account for back up feel up to put oft bring about get on set in bring up look up take back cali off make up turn up she didn't appear.

.. .. . .. . . . . .. . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . .. . .. . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

carry out pull up

14. This usetul handbook will tell you how to educate your children. " ..., .. ... ... .. .... ... .. """ .. ... . .. . 15. After a pause, the judge asked the suspect to go on explaining

.... . ..... .... .

his motives.

.. .. . .. . .. . . . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . .. . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .

1. The policeman waved at Danny to stop his car at the lay-by. ...

.. ...

.....

1"

III. Replace each italicized

phrase or adjective

with a synonymous

one.

2. Several recruits were given a harsh training tor their reluctance to fulfil the captain's orders.

adequate distinguished immediate

available exaggerated legitimate

bumpy

concise firm

crucial hostile widespread

..

..

..

.... ... ... ... ... ....

.... ... .. ...... .... .

feverish tender

3. Luckily, the two ministers ended their argument broadcast.

betore the programme was

tedious

................... 4. Doesn't any ot you want to give me support? Will you let them believe that I'm guilty
ot the traud?
, .

1. Alexander the Great was one ot the most famous military leaders ot the ancient times. He was the conqueror ot Persia and the king of Macedonia. communicate wit h any place on the planet. ...................... ......................

2. I hope we all will remember this important moment. From today on, we will be able to
3. !t's essential that the elephant should be given the amount of food suitable tor its weight. ......................

5. Things are beginning to improve now that we have received the aid.

.
6. At tirst, I telt like going to the concert, but it was the price ot the ticket that

discouraged

me in the end. -.

4. 'What was the court's decision in your case?' 'They said I had alegal right to occupy
the tlat.' ............. 5. Tommy is so excited about going to the seaside because he has never seen the sea in his life. ...................... 6. My father is a devoted believer in the American cinematography. films of other directors than the American ones. ...................... 7. Missiles like these can cause extensive at the opposite comer. ...................... He never watches ..................
Try in the store

7. The season ot dry weather has begun too early this year. I'm atraid we may have to face drought.

..

..

... ..

... ,"""""""""""""""

.,...

..

.. ... .

.... ... .

8. Lucy says she isn't well enough to do so much housework.

. . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .. . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

damage and a lot ot tatalities.

in our store.

9. The pump breakdown has been causedby

,

an electrical tault.

8. I'm sorry madam, but leather products are not obtainable

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9. I can't understand his unfriendly attitude towards us. What's made him so angry? """""""""""

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10. Mary said that the price was

mueh too high and

she wouldn't pay unless the

V. Fili the gaps with the correct words. best glimpse mind clockwork guess prime date heart

shopkeeper lowered i1. ..".................. 11. She is so lucky to have married Peter. The boy has such wouldn't even harm a fly. ...................... 12. Had I known the lecture on etymology would be so long and boring, attended i1. ". I'd never have
.

a gent/e

character that he

appearances tuss line

delay leave

term s

senses

13. It seems that space tlights to the moon will be an attractive way ot spending weekends

distant tuture. 14. I hate driving on rough roads like this

in the not very

"..
one. It is neither pleasant nor good tor the car.

1. We expect Mike to drop us a 2. Mr Dalton tried to keep up ... he was awfully depressed after the divorce. 3. You could have avoided making so much .. a problem.

as soon as he arrives in Mexico. . However, the rest of the party knew about so trivial

...............
15. The chairman's comment on the transaction was short and elear.

".

IV. Rewrite the sentences meaning.

using the given torms 50 that they retain their original

4. I've told you it's impossible to get in touch with detective Parker because he has been on without any in Spain since last Thursday. . , he has invited 5. We didn't have to wait long for the copy as the clerk was most kind and made it

1. At least some of you may be obliged to sign the agreemen1. (under)

6. I'm not sure about the exact num ber, but at a about fifty guests to his birthday party. 2. Suddenly, the baby started to cry and nobody knew what to do about i1. (burst) 7. The manager and the singer have been on very good other. They even seem to be close friends. 3. Certainly, drinking too much alcohol can be harmtul to your health. (do)

with each

8. Gordon McAlister was a man of great success. He made a big fortune in the ot his youth and lived comfortably ever after. 9. Stop spraying the paint on to me! Have you taken a complete leave ot your

4. Only a few Members ot Parliament voted tor the reforms.

(tavour

ot)

10. I can't think how he succeeded in winning Jenny's 5. Anthony claimed that the other man caused the collision.

being so rude

(accused)

and vulgar to other girls. 11. You may feel absolutely sate to tell me whatever you know. I won 't give you away, tor sure. Go on, speak your (unlikely) the second place. " . , he may take

6. With such a poor dealing with the matter he will not probably succeed.

12. He isn't good enough to become the champion. At 13. Mark never changes his routines. He is as regular as

7. It seemed that they had visited the place betore. They seemed ....................................................

14. Whitney has never seen the boy she is meeting this evening. In tact, their appointment is a blind . 15. It is out ot the question tor me to give an exact description of the burglar as I only caught a ot his face when he rushed towards the door.

8. The tactory had to be shut down because ot very low output and poor profits. (due)

9. The hijackers haven't set any of the hostages free.

go.
10. He said he was sorry for what he had said to the customer.

(apologies)

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8. a) associated 9.a)sound 10. a) headline I. Choose the words that best complete the sentences in the text. It oniy (1) the completion of the reconstruction of the human genentk (2). Originally, it wa~ of the 21 st century to bl 11. a) amiable 12. a) evoke 13. a) examined 14. a) aggravated 15. a) far-away

b) contained b) hear b) heading b) conceivable b) institute b) inquired b) teased b) outlying

c) involved c) voice c)headway c) evocative c) discharge c) accounted c) persecuted c) distant

d) derived d) perceive d) headship d) conducive d) encourage d) corroborated d) plagued d) imminent

map for a whole host of hereditary diseases to be forecast that the venture would take until the beginning

(3). At present, it is clear that the task can be finished much earlier. Hundreds of scholars have gone to (4) to help (5)
II. Put the words in the correct form.

the mystery of the human genetic structure with an ardent hope for (6) mankind from disorders such as cancer, cystic fibrosis or arthritis. The progress interpretation in this incredible of the information undertaking is (7) by an accurate (8) in the chromosomes forming the 1. The key to the peaceful coexistence of a multiracial community is the reduction of the social 2. What you suggest isn't carry out the military tests in this province. 3. The jury found him guilty of a 4. Mark has been concerned about his warned him to los e weight and take up physical exercise. 5. Are you sure you want to invest all your life a risky business? 6. It was the most splendid wedding 7. According to the recent report, this dreadful sixty per cent of the crops in the region. 8. Ali the workers in the office were standing still while the directors we re having their noisy 9. Paul's " (ARGUE). (HATE) for the occupants grew much stronger when he (RECEIVE) I have ever attended. I guess they must have spent a lot of money preparing it. (DRY) has ruined (SA VE) in such (THIEF) and a few other minor offences and he was sentenced to five months in prison. code is
".

(EQUAL). (ACCEPT) at alI. We can't agree to

trillions of the cells in the human body. Locating and characterizing every single gene may
,

(9) an implausible assignment, but very considerable

""""""""""""'"

(10) has already been made. What we know by now is that the hereditary

(FIT) ever since the doctor

assembled in DNA, some parts of which may be diseased and

the uncontrollable transmission

(11) to

of the damaged code from parents to their children. of the human genom may last for a few years more, don't (12) much
,

Whereas work at the completion notions like gene therapy

or genetic engineering

surprise any longer. Their potential in the effective disorders. The struggle hopes

application has already been

(13)

against many viruses or in the genetic treatement are, then, that hundreds of maladies that

of blood is

humanity

(14) with at present might eventually cease to exist in the not too (15) future.

learned about his parents' death. 1. a) expects 2. a) terminated 3. a) accomplished 4. a) maximum 5. a) dissolve 6. a) liberating 7. a) dependent b) requires b) interfered b) discharged b) utmost b) interrogate b) surviving b) reliant c) anticipates c) eradicated c) dis mant led c) supreme c) respond c) insulating c) qualified d) remains d) disrupted d) exterminated d) extremes d) unravel d) averting d) conditioned 10. Nothing wrong will happen to you as long as you follow the strict (GUIDE) set by the inspector. 11. The pottery we have found under the rocks is the most evident (PROVE) of human existence on the island. 12. Lend me five hundred pounds, please and I promise to settle the debt in monthly (PA Y) of one hundred pounds. 13. The bad boy ought to be punished for his wrongdoing as there was no (JUST) for acting the way he did.

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14. The Reauchetort Company had been our major stainless steel until we signed a contract wit h you. (SU PPL Y) ot

15. The president will be delivering a speech

vietims and the representatives tomb. IV. Rewrite the sentences meaning.

"

memory ot the war

tram around the world will be laying wreaths at the

15. The view that came into perspective was

air hanging above their heads.

"""""""""""""""

(BREATH) Nowonder, .

they lingered on the hill enchanted by the lush tropical torests and the haze ot moist using the given torms so that they retain their original

III. 'nsert the correct

prepositions. 1. However untavourable our pas ition is, we mustn't surrender. (boi d tace)

AT

FOR

FROM

IN

OF

ON

TO

UNDER

WITH

................
2. This water is too eold to brew tea. (enough)

1. It looks as it John has got addicted one pac ket a day.

................
cigarettes. The boy smokes 3. I can't lend you any money as I don't have much myself. (short)

2. I advise you to stop chewing the gum when you talk to the boss. He is rather intolerant anyextravagance. 3. We didn't see much ot the landscape because aur tather drove high speed all along the way. 4. Patrick is too intent ....................... housework. 5. On June the tirst, it will have been seven years since I graduated university. 6. Apart trom the constant electricity shortage, we were also deprived the possibility ot taking everyday showers. 7. We are in """"""""""""""" radio station. a lot ot trouble unless George manages to repair the the survival course tor their It came 8. This loud music makes me nervous. his picture painting to take care ot any

..
4. How much did you have to pay tor their service?

...
(owe)

................
5. Take this map, it ean be very usetul it you get lost in the city. (case)

................
6. She says she tinds nothing unusual about stormy weather in this country. (used)

... ...

....

7. We were surprised to learn that Brian had become a monk.

8. Five participants have been expelled abject disobedience.

my nerves.
9. I can't understand a bit ot what he says. (any sense)

9. According to the weather torecast, the coastal area will soon be threat ot the destructive torce ot a typhoon. 10. There were no protests to the chairman's proposal to do away . standard procedures and advance to the major point ot the debate. 11. Betore you go and check your abilities to tollow the traffic regulations. 12. The serial murderer has been convicted and sentenced to death by hanging. 13. When I entered the classroom I was surprised the scene I sawo Several pupils were Iying on the tloor and the rest were sleeping in their benches. 14. He never told us he was Italian and that his real name was Franco. We all knew him the name ot Eddie. practice, you must learn six homicides and a rape the

................
10. She hasn't deeided yet whether to buy this house or not. (hesitating)

................. V. Choose the correct answer.

1. The matter was sa delicate that none ot the ministers knew how to it. a) manipulate b) deal c) handle d) affect

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2. Betty to Id her younger sister to like playing games. a) put b) leave c) set d) make

her alone because she didn't feel

14. It had been assumed Phillip would take over the manager's post after the man retired. But, it never came to """"""""""""""" work. since he'd decided to change his place ot

3. The students have asked their protessor to ....... after Christmas. a) postpone b) interrupt c) await d) terminate

making a test until

a) final

b) pass

c) occurence

d) being

15. Eric's tather works as an interpreter. The man is languages. a) tluent b) outspoken c) speechless

in three

4. Now that the 9.30 train has been cancelled, we have got plenty ot time to betore the next one arrives. a) expire b) spare c) abound

d) knowledgeable

16. Our karate master is as quick as

d) exhaust so as not to miss the bus to d) haste

a) wave

b) thunder

c) current

d) lightning

5. Mr Smith ate his breaktast in great ... Liverpool. a) speed b) pace c) rush

17. Her pertect manners and exceptional erudition is an effect ot her strict upper-class

6. The handwriting is completely a lon g time ago. a) inedible 7. To everybody's danger. a) calmness b) soothe c) peace b) indellible c) illegible

. This note must have been written

d) unteasible

a) upstanding a) truant

b) upkeep b) runaway

c) upbringing

d) uphold trom his mathematics lessons.

18. This pupil is notorious tor playing c) absent 19. Andrew is a very disciplined employee. He coming to work in time. a) affixes b) attributes c) admits

d) joyride great importance to

, the doctor declared the boy's life was out ot

d) attaches

d) reliet

20. The scientists broke down as they realized that ali their efforts had gone to

8. This species ot mosquito can be dangerous, but happily, it is rather in this area. a) rare b) minor c) tew

d) scarcely
. Let's do something betore it

a) lass

b) tailure

c) waste

d) collapse

9. The whole situation is getting out ot turns into a bitter raw. a) capacity b) charge c) hand

d) discipline and you'lI find out

10. I know it works in theory, but try putting it into it's atailure. a) operation b) exercise c) pertormance

d) procedure

11. I wouldn't have realized about the possible risk ot setting the tactory on tire if Bob hadn't a) sought b) drawn my attention to it. c) showed

d) caught Sam in the tace. You should never have

12. It was mindless ot you to .,.................... done it it you expect him to love you. a) siam b) ciap c) slap

d) clasp
the aim she has set

13. I can hardly think ot Jenny being able to herself. a) implement b) accomplish c) triumph

d)succeed

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5. How can you say I'm not """"""""""""""" enough experience as a typist?

(SUIT) lor the post? Haven't I got

6. II you don't remem ber Ann's telephone num ber now, you can look it up in the I. Write in the correct words. 7. To everybody's Jacob's tirst experience with tlying objects d
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(DIRECT). (AMUSE) , the clown stumbled on the bar and leli

s (1) back to the memorable day ol

Ilat on the Iloor. 8. 'Where's Peter?' 'I suppose he is outside in the with the other children.' 9. The cost ot the summer house shouldn't be high as I'm going to have it built on (BACK) together

the 15th ot May, 1925. He was then live years old and his tather, a civilian pilot, took him

to the Bedtord airbase where the Royal Air Force were

on a prototype ot a modern bomber piane.

r - - - -

g (2) out tests

Dozensol shinymachinesstandingin hangars - v - - - -

d (3) the youngboy's

i - - - v - - -

a wooden

(FRAME) .
(BENEFIT) to your

attention. 'I really lelt as though each ot these huge steel birds were inviting me lor a great (4).' - he reminisced later in a newspaper

10. Fresh air and a dose ol relaxation might prove health, so don't hesitate and take a tew days oft. 11. Solar energy, wind and other
,

(5). Teams ol mechanics and navigators were running leverishly around the place while the test pilots were waiting calmly in the scorching hours ol intensive preparations bombers ascended the g sun near the runways. After a lew s (6) linally roared and the lirst

(NEW) sources might represent an

alternative to the conventional ones which cause a lot ol damage to the natural environment. 12. The Thompsons have helped us a lot in these hard times. We do leel (DEBT) to them lor their great support. 13. The process ol the evolution ol the human being has always been conditioned by the (CLI MATE) changes. 14. The police car ran into a lamp post while in stolen van. 15. Unlortunately, the chemist couldn't ofter any eftective medicine tor my temporary (SICK). (PURSUE) ol the

t - - - - - - (7) the sky.

-

It was not earlier than in August 1940 that Jacob himsell sat

h - - - (8) the wheel

in a cockpit ol a Spitfire. As a young, but extremely talented aviator he was assigned a place in an assault squadron tor a perilous mission during World War II. That was the moment he had been looking - - r - - - to (9).

Much earlier than he had expected, his praiseworthy discipline and the great bravery that he had d - - - - - - d (10) in numerous assignments earned him the name ol a

war hero. Five years after the war, Jacob was oftered the lunction ol a military adviser in

the DetenceDepartmentwhere he s
eventually retired and
-

d (11) tor eighteen years until he

d (12) down in Gloucester in 1968. III. Replace each italicized phrase or adjective with a synonymous one.

II. Put the words in the correct form. a;ert 1. It's Frank's (OBSTINATE) that drives his parents crazy. They minute prompt can't even persuade him to brus h his teeth in the morning. 2. In spite ot having rather smali extravagant lite. 3. (OFFEND) such as mugging are quite com mon in the district. 1. Harry claims Mr Mahoney is a reliable character, but I'm rather doubtful about it.
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..

ample miserable secure

consistent notable skilled

domestic overweight strict

dubious petrified tempting

(EARN) she lives quite an

That's at least what the police reports say. 4. Mr Perkins spent two years in a concentration camp after he had been taken (PRISON) in Gdansk in 1943. 2. Pamela took a very smali portion ot the icecream because she said she was on a diet. ......................

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3. You needn't hurry, we have got more than enough time belore the ceremony begins.
, ...

4. Our father will probab'y stay longer in Rome than he expected.

(probability)

...........
5. The patient's quick recovery after so serious an accident was amazing. (made)

4. II you want to get some news from abroad, you ought to read the other newspaper. This one de ais with

home

affairs on'y. ...................... ......................

..
6. How did you manage to carry such a heavy suitcase?

....
(cope)

5. It's important lor babies to lee' safewith their parents.

6. I don't think it's a good idea to admit Paul to our party. He isn't very stable

in his
7. II you let him go unpunished, he will certainly do that again. Let 8. Ali the passengers ol the jumbo jet were kil'ed in the crash. None 9. What was the reason for the engine's breakdown?

beliefs and he Irequently changes his point ol vi ew.

".....

7. You can't expect the marine lorces to let you join them. You are too fat to undergo their tough training successlully. "........

8. The most remarkable ol Dimitry Mendeleyev's achievements was the development of

the periodic tab le of the chemica' elements. 9. The man sa id he cou'd only offer short-term manual work ,.

lor well-trainedworkers.

...................... 10. The tourists were warned by their guide to be watchful as there might be snakes moving in the grass. ......................
11. II on'y it stopped raining lor a while. , hate to think that this

Why
10. The young policeman was completely unaware that he was in danger.

wrong? (oblivious)

awful weather is lorecast

V. Fili the gaps with the correct words.
earshot large side floar mood stornach houses root tricks

till the end of August. ...................... 12. It was Jim's rap id reaction that saved our lives. There's no saying what could have happened il he hadn't noticed the oneoming lorry. ...................... 13. We lound their offer

eye matter spirits

glance pity time

most alluring.However,we couldn't leave our children behind

"........

and go skiing for the whole week.

14. The law is very severe in such cases, so I assume the rapist will receive a heavv sentence. ...................... 1. Mary entered her brother's room and lound the boy in high He was enthusiastic about having won a big sum of money in the 'ottery. 2. You may get drunk very quickly if you drink tOGmuch alcoho' on an empty

15. The zoo visitors were scared stiffwhen the two lions got out of their cage. ..
IV. Rewrite the sen ten ces using the given torms so that they retain their ariginal meaning. 1. Hats like this aren't fashionable any longer.

3. Today's newspapers report that the escaped bank robber hasn't been caught vet. He has been at
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since January.

4. The f'ying instructor has made his students aware that operating a hang glider is no

date.
2. Stanley is rather learfu' ol the new algebra teacher. (awe ot)

'aughing

"... at alI. for listening to c'assical

5. I don't want to go the concert! I'm in no musie this evening.

3. I'm sorry, I didn't intend to take your book home. . .accident.

6. Jason made a lew minor mistakes in his exercise, but the teacher turned a blind on them and gave him a good marko

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7. 1tound out at a wite.

that something was wrong between Adam and his

8. Uncle Jerry was the most compassionate

person 1have ever known. He used to take I. Choose the words that best complete the sentences in the text.

, on all the homeless and beggars he knew. 9. Nobody has examined the question betore us, so it may appear to be unusually difticult to get to the ot the problem.

Sleeping disorders like insomnia can here. is yours. many ot us. Almost anyone can easily conjure sleepless night ot

(1) to be a worrying question tor ".. (2) at least one (4) the distressing experience at
(5) without any sleep at ali tor a are rather tew and tar (7) this assumption. What (6) is sure, and to

10. Don't move trom this place! You are as sate as 11. Now that Mr Harvey has tinished his speech, the Come and explain your point ot view.

(3) and turning in bed awaiting the bliss ot a deep

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dream.Mostprobably,a third ot us
least once a week. Even though it is possible tor people to

12. The number ot the syringes the charity has donated isn't big, but it should suffice tor the being.

certain period ot time, such occurrences and there is no evidence to

13. It has been decided that the two boys will be expelled trom school tor playing nast y on the teachers and the other pupils. 14. I don't think there is a need tor our players to worry. We are stronger, more

however, is the tact that we do need som e sleep to regenerate

our strength

(8) the brain to its pro per activity. No won der, then, that the tiredness

experienced and the spectators are on our

15. The star's manageress was out ot my hear clearly what she was saying.

, too.
and that's why I couldn't

andtatiguethat appearaftera sleeplessnight

chemical support in the torm ot sleep
been
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(9) manyot us to go tor

(10) tablets or powders.

However long the problem ot sleeplessne-ss has afflicted many individuals, very little has (11) in the question ot its original causes. We are conscious that
"

it usually

(12) those who are exposed to a great deal ot stress, anxiety

be (13) by overworking or untavourable

ar depression. It mayaiso

surroundings with scarcity ot tresh air. Sleeping pills may provide som e reliet and can act as an alternative situation. Vet, they do little to com bat the ailment in tuli. Consequently, be
,

in this desperate our hopes should (15) the root

(14) on the medical authorities to

eause ot insomnia betore we take to being nocturnals leading aur noisy lives in the dead ot nighL 1. a) present 2. a) up 3. a) rolling 4. a) underpass 5. a) operate 6. a) between 7. a) proclaim 8. a) recuperate b) entail b) about b) wriggling b) undergo b) process b) along b) endure b) restore c) realize c) oft e) tossing e) underlie c) tunction c) within c) invalidate c) revive d) prove d) out d) spinning d) undertake d) pertorm d) beyond d) substantiate d) resume

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9. a) exert 10. a) indueing

b) affeet b) attaining b) retrieved b) besets b) applied b) aseribed b) release

form.

e) enforee e) exaeting e) deteeted e) bemoans e) instigated c) focused e) determine

d) eompel d) eontributing d) originated d) bestowes d) evolved d)attached d) confess

13. It's been expected that next month the government will reeeive a (DEFINE) answer to their request for financial support tram the Eurapean Union. 14. This film may only be watched by children under parental 15. Mr Parker's proposais met with a sharp
-

11. a) disparaged 12. a) betrays 13. a) engendered 14. a) placed 15. a) emerge

(GUIDE). (REFUSE) from the other

members of the Board.

III.Insert the correct prepositions.

II. Put the words in the correct

1. If we hadn't

AT BEYOND
on fao d and water, we wouldn't have

BY

FOR

FROM

IN INTO OF

ON

WITH

(ECONOMY)

1. When the

detective reached

his gun, the crowd stepped

survived a single day in the cave. 2. The witness claimed she was capable of discovering the man's evil intentions fram the (MURDER) 3. Jane's been granted a one year renowned universities in Eurape. 4. Our tather is a tirm prapagate it among his friends. look in his eyes. (SCHOOL) at one of the most

nervously back. 2. Aceording to the guidebook, this region is notorious tornadoes. 3. The owners ot huge eompanies are more likely to benetit law than the smali business entrepreneurs. (BELlEVE) in faith healing. He even tries to 4. Beware the heavytraffic in the centre ot the city ar else you'lI the new tloods and

waste at least twa hours in the jams. 5. 'Have you got any .................... sure it will be suecessful.' 6. Andrew says the locallibrary disagree with his 7. It's most selt-detence. 8. Mr Cramp couldn't tind any (APPL Y) tor the welding machine in should be subsidized by the tax payers, but most of us (JUDGE). thing they speak about are video games. (DESIRE) that all aur employees should take a eourse in 7. I was tough. They had a hard time of persuading me mind about the weekend plans. 8. You'd better ask Tom about the girl. I ean't tell you much as I only know her sight. 9. Everybody was surprised at his (EXPECT) explosion of anger. 9. We don't want anybody else to tind out about aur arrangements, organize everything secret. his own. But, I don't believe one do we? We must Before, he had sa id he was satisfied with the outcome ot the negotiations. 10. Since she retired she hasn't got much to do, and sa she has taken up embroidering out ot (BORE) . person will ever be able to lift those heavy boxes. 11. The police forces which arrived after a short while were completely (POW ER). They couldn't stop the mob tram tighting by any means. 12. We were shown a rich colours and sizes. (VARY) ot woale n sweaters in ditferent 12. Their design didn't vary much ... jury decied to reward them both. ............. 11. The tanker had already been the iceberg. ours. Consequently, the sea tor twa weeks when it struck his workshop and, finally, he sold it to his brather-in-Iaw. ehanging my (GIVE) about the eooperation?' 'Oh no, I'm 5. She said she had great faith not to let her down. 6. It's not sa easy to be patient young pupils, especially it the only uS. I think we'lI have to do aur best

10. He says he could do all the wark ..............................

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13. I'm afraid you'll have to buy a new hairdryer; this one is 14. During this month, we'lI be concentrating skill of using the aqualung. 15. A brigade of well-trained commandoes armed
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repair.

V. Choose the 1.1 was

correct answer.
to believe that she was a representative ol the Labour

....................

developing the basic

Party. a) declared 2. It has been kept

participated in the action against the terrorists

machine guns and grenades. using the given forms so that they retain their original

b) carried

c) led

d) explained

for about ten years that the minister's son

IV. Rewrite the sentences meaning.

committed a crime. a) unaware b) secret c) mystery d) obscure

3. One could see with the ..".... 1. I have never read such an interesting article about space exploration. (first time)
. .. . ... ... ... """"

eye that there was a lighthouse on the

promontory. a) naked b) sole c) nude d) shut is even more apparent

It
2. Mark doesn't like to be told what to do.

4. These two items don't differ much. The when you put them together. a) similarity b) likelihood c) coincidence

Mark hates
3. Your will start to feel better as soon as you take this medicine.
The

d) analogy

5. Your rude behaviour was an

to the host and his wife. I don't think

moment
they will ever invite us to their home again. a) abuse b) insult c) injury d) aversion

4. Haven't you ever had the idea that you could emigrate? (occurred)
.................. 5. I doubt whether it will stop raining till afternoon. It is 6. I'm sure he recognized us at the airport. He must 7. The wind was so strong that we could hardly walk. (such)
. ................

6. For almost fifty years, the citizens of this country were .... travelling abroad unless they were politicians. a) suspended 7. I wouldn't " b) rejected c) averted d) forbidden

trom

their position in the market. They may appear to be

very intluential one day in the tuture. a) undertake b) underestimate

c) underwrite

d) undercharge

8. We can't admit a person who hasn't points at the entrance examination. a) scored b) assessed

....
c) settled

the required number of

8. Sorry, we haven't got any more free tickets.

d) qualitied

left.
9. Mike doesn't use his tape recorder very often. Hardly ever 10. They haven't invited either Mr Hornby or his wife to the barbecue. Neither

9.
a) On the point 10. The most probabie rest. a) tactor

he delivers the report, it will be sent to the headquarters. b) At once c) Immediately d) Soon enough

tor your chronic headache is lack ot good

b) background

c) origin

d) reason all over after Iying in the bin tor

11. This cheese isn't fit for eating. It's so long. a) rusty b) mouldy c) spoiled

d) sour

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12. I cannot think of the correct answer. Could you drop me a smali please?

a) tip
13. It was

b) idea

c) hint

d) word
~ 4< '

time we went home after having spent the whole afternoon

in the neighbour's garden. a) only b) just c) near d) about Unless you don't want it to

I. Replace each italicized word with a synonymous

one.

The huge (1) mountain of Kilimanjaro is one ot the most distinctive (2) entities within the
severe land ot the African wilderness. Rivers carrying lite to the forests and jungles below tlow trom beneath the eminence, whereas
species

14. Why not ask the tai lor to shorten the jacket alittle?
"""""""""""""'",

perfectlywiththetrousers.
b) do c) make
""""""""""""""'"

in the end less plains ot this continent

have evolved to take advantage

an

a) go

d) suit His real name was William. c) identity c) publicize d) tigure

"""""""""""

15. Studs was only the boy's

astonishing immense

(3)

diversity

of animai

ot the

(4) Atrican

habitat. They have adapted

and survived

(5) in their different

a) label a) progress

b) nickname b) spread

shapes and sizes. Som e ot them are big, some smali, some eat plants and some live on mea!. There are those which wander (6) alone, unlike the others which gather
(7) in

16. It's interesting how the rumour about my promotion began to

d) emit

herds. The multiplying mil/ions ot herbivores are balanced by the frightening

eaters - carnivores whose body build has been shaped for

(8) meat

17. What we saw was absolutely unusual. Crowds ot people from all tour . of the world were cheering the arrival ot the astronauts. a) corners b) edges c) spots d) places
mistakes gave

speed

(9) and tor the strength

indispensable

(10) to outmanoeuvring

their prey. These superior predators which have

.conducted (11) their daily struggle tor survival in the harsh Atrican environment all jive in
untavourable surroundings reality of Atrica best where the punishment for weakness
(12) is often deadly. The

18. Mr Henson's bitter comments on the management's

to the conf/ict which has already lasted tor tour months. a) cause 19. Numerous this year. a) inhibitions 20. That tall tair woman a) reminds b) remembers b) deterrents c) impairments me ot my mother. c) reminisces d) recalls d) adversities b) ground c) goal d) rise

pictures

(13) the exciting cruelty of nature towards the weakness ot

individual animals as only the existence ot the whole species is essential. However, big

have prevented us trom go ing to the lakeside again

predators /ike lions or tigers don't usually tolerate company and might, then, be exposed to mortal

danger

(14), were it not tor their perfect attributes and an incomparable

skill at

killing. They should never be judged

(15) by human standards. It is obvious they don't kill

out ot hatred, but tor the simple reason ot remaining alive during their lon e struggle in this hostile habitat. 1. a) gorgeous 2. a) peculiar 3. a) bewildering 4. a) prodigious 5. a) retained 6. a) strive 7. a) assemble 8. a) indignant 9. a) quandary 10. a) volatile 11. a) engaged b) squalid b) intrinsic b) staggering b) prevalent b) excelled b) growl b) consign b) ruthless b) velocity b) righteous b) waged

c) mighty c) solitary c) appalling c) supreme c) borne c) roam c) spread c) exquisite c) conundrum c) prodigal c) procured

d) vigorous d) unanimous d) exasperating d) cumbersome d) endured d) rumbie d) commence d) intimidating d) miscellany d) imperative d) surpassed

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12. a) vulnerability 13. a) observes 14. a) blemish

15. a) estimated

b) timidity b) loresees b) peril

b) surveyed

c) vicinity c) appears c) thrill

c) conceived

d) Ilamboyance d) visualizes d) havoc

d) assumed ;!, .,

15. The Establishment involved in

broke up after it had been discovered that several officials were (BRIBE) and corruption.

III. Add the suitable verbs to make the correct phrasal verbs. hold (ook step

II. Put the words in the correct form. 1. The relreshments delicious. 2. The incident on the western consequences upon our mutual relations. (FRONT) may have negative they treated us to were (PLENTY) and most

bear lean pay

cali leave pile

care let run

keep make take

1. 'James, would you like to see Steven Spielberg's new lilm?' 'Ali right, then. I will 2. 'Can one (HABIT) by the Pakistan i lamilies are

'01 course, I would.'

3. No wonder Anthony escaped abroad after having spent his boyhood in such (MISERY) 4. The residential districts subsidized by the government. 5. Your , (SURVIVE) was short ol miraculous. Imagine what could conditions.

for you on my way to the ci nem a this evening.' on the chairman's promise ol support?' '1should think

so. He makes an impression ol a reliable man.' 3. My sister says she doesn't the cinema wit h us. 4. I'm not going to give your car back until you have debt you owe me. 5. Unless the conflict between the two countries is resolved soon, the peacekeeping forces will have to 6. The statements that she gave were in and restore order. out by the other witnesses, oft the whole for horror films and she won't go to

have happened il the ejector seat hadn't worked properly. 6. Thanks to the (EXTEND) promotion ol the book its publishers

have received an impressive number ol orders lrom around the country. 7. Will the Eurosport channel provide any approaching Tour de France? 8. 'How can we get into the building, sir?' (ENTER) 9. The vast 'Go round the lence and you will see the (COVER) lor the

so the suspect was found guilty by the magistrate. 7. I'd better get down to my duties or else my work will start to and I will have to stay in the office after hours. 8. The terrified woman said the bus had been ".... up by a gang of

at the red gate.' (MAJOR) ol the students were reluctant to join the

up

summer camp as most ol them had already lound other jobs. 10. Chris has got an so welcome in every company. (EXCEPT) sense ol humour and that's why he is

masked terrorists who had kidnapped the male passengers. 9. The doctor told her patient to wait a minute unti! she

up

11. We are going to have quite an upsetting

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(MOVE)

Irom this Ilat.

a prescription. 10. They are seeking people with good experience as drivers. Mike, it's a perfect chance for you to
"

I can't imagine transporting the lurnishings and the other equipment in our smali van. 12. I was overcome with great .." rejected by most ol my Iriends. 13. They want me to carry out chemical experiments in their laboratory. I'm alraid 1'11ave h to " (FRESH) my memory about chemistry thoroughly. (BITTER) when my invitation was

on the job.

11. After seven miles of running at a swift pace, George realized he wouldn't manage to ".. up wit h the other runners and he dropped out of the race. 12. As lar as I remember, the speaker was to have spoken about the crisis, but it seems he has
"

14. Mary has no practical experience in treating sick animals. She only has (BOOK) knowledge ol the subject.

out the most important part ol his speech intentionally.

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13. I can't wear this skirt, it's too tight tor me. 1'11 to the dressmaker and have it go out. 14. Betty is very keen on tashion. She because she dreams of becoming one herself. 15. Your time is by 12 o'clock. IV. Rewrite the sentences meaning. 1. Celine has always been tond ot classical music. (taste) using the given forms so that they retain their original out and you must hurry to tinish writing your test up to protessional models

V. Fili the gaps with the correct words.

balance feet package

break head sig h

charge life steps

deal mark things

dirt milk way

1. My tather has gone to Bristol and he has left the ottice under my 2. The unconscious man was brought back to a desperate rescue action. 3. You could hear the the test results had been announced. ot reliet let out by some ot the students after after three hours ot

2. Peter and his roommate differ trom each other a lot. common. 3. Nobody helps this old man with chopping the wood.

4. The pavement was so slippery that hardly anyone could keep their . 5. Alice wouldn't make a good accountant. She hasn't got a............. tigures. 6. I think 1'11 give up going dancing tonight because I'm not feeling up to the tor

himself.
4. The last time I stayed in London was in 1984. since 1984. 5. The jury said Mr Cutter was guilty ot misappropriating a huge sum of money. (found)

7. In the new pub round the comer, beer is """"""""""""""" place is always tulI. 8. Go tor the ar even meals.

cheap. That's why the

tour and you won't have to bother about tickets, hoteis

6. If you come across my old wooden box somewhere in the cellar, don't throw it away.

9. The police have obtained an urgent order to take radical the riots that have broken out in the city centre. 10. Nigellooked

against

Should
7. The secretary said my explanation was unbelievable. (beyond)

brave enough to penetrate the ancient galley deep at the sea bottom, but

when it came to the real action he got cold

11. It's no use crying over spilt

8. She doesn't mind intorming the res! ot the party about the bad news. (Ietting) passing the examination

You will have another chance ot

in two months' time. by reaching

12. It was pitch dark in the corridor and I had to feel my 9. They cannot watch this tilm because they aren't adult vet. (under) out my hands tor the walls.

13. 'Look! George Watson is dating Muriel.' 'That's impossible, you must be seeing 10. It you sleep longer, you will be more relaxed. The

14. It we set oft at the won't be too heavy. 15. There was a great

ot dawn, there is a possibility that the trattic

ot appreciation tor Mr Townsend who had

donated a large sum ot money tor the preservation of the historical monuments.

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11. a) calculated

b) amounted b) Apart b) proceed b) entail b) ward

c) scored c) Otherwise c) emerge c) enable c) sustain

d) enumerated d) Whereby d) issue d) entorce d) preserve

i1~t~i%!~~;f~;f~,f~l~1~~~'~~~

12. a) Besides 13. a) denote

I. Choose the words that best complete the sen ten ces in the text.

14. a) entitle 15. a) protect

Since the time ot Nostradamus,

meteorologists Their

have been trying to

(1)
II. Put the words in the correct form.

the mystery ot climatic changes. precisely meteorologists

(2) has been to be able to tor the days to come. In the past,

(3) the weather

looked skywards to tind hints in the clouds. At present, their eyes are (4) at the spots where the most intriguing climatic transtormations (5) about, namely, the
"""""""""""""""

1. The captain's every service.

(MOVE) was caretully observed by the secret

(6) depths ot the ocean s (7) the patterns tor the tuture

2. It the oil retinery continues dismissing their probably have to reduce their production.

(EMPLOY), they will

where swirls, whirlpools weather.

and waves

3. After this unpleasant event, we expect that at least som e ol you will be able to draw

The most efficient way ot

"""""""""""""""

"""""""""""""""

(8) hold ot the everchangingmap ot the

the right

"

(CONCLUDE).

swirling currents circulating their heat around the planet is trom space. Weather satellites (9) with complicated instruments examine the surtace and the bottom

4. Protessor McCarthy is tamous tor a number ot discoveries he has made in the tields ot chemistry and biology. 5. Rudolph is a very (CREATE)

(SCIENCE)

ot the oceans and determine the exact height ot water. The impressive advantage offered by satellite scanning is that measurements can be
"""""""""""""""

(10) even in the

composer. We have hired him to

most inaccessible parts ot the ocean s and can provide daily pictures ot the water surtace together wit h the (11) wave height and wind speed. (12) being a priceless device tor predicting tourists, tarmers warnings populations nature. against to or aviators, storms or weather satellites ais o which (14) climatic conditions lor

write tor our orchestra because we all admire his unusual musical talent. 6. It is common other by means ot ultrasounds. 7. The coach says that it our rivals manage to score another goal, we are to withdraw in (KNOW) that dolphins can communicate wit h each

(13) advance the coastal torces ol

typhoons

to a

(DEFEND)

position.

"""""""""""""""

(15) themselves

against these destructive

8. The minority groups have always tought tor their

(FREE) ot

religion, yet, the conflict hasn't ever been so serious as during the recent three months. b) account b) objectivity b) perceive b) directed b) turn b) indetinite b) procure b) coming b) delivered b) tormed
c) decipher c) subjection c) torecast c) tocused c) bring c) terminal c) generate c) linding c) supplemented c) tultilled d) elaborate d) objective d) explore d) applied d) get d) ultimate d) tormulate d) making d) donated d) taken 10. This permanent

1. a) obviate 2. a) subject 3. a) unravel 4. a) looked 5. a) come 6. a) utmost 7. a) accomplish 8. a) getting 9. a) equipped 10. a) done

9. Who would have thought that the project would turn out to be a complete
(FAIL)? """"""""""""""" (SHORT) ot water in the district makes most ot

us go crazy, especially in the morning. 11. The tireworks show was most attracted such big crowds ot people. 12. I can't stop thinking why so little is being don e to support the nations suffering trom severe (SPECTACLE). No wonder it

(POOR) .

13. Don't bother to water the tlowers in the garden. There is no (NECESSARY) to do it right atter the rain.

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14. It was a great

(LOSE) to aur section when Mr Doug/as, the most

experienced program mer, had to stay in hospital lor twa months. 15. One ol the passengers was arrested after same materials had been lound in his luggage. III. Replace each italicized phrase or adjective with a synonymous one. (EXPLODE)

13.You're wrong. Samuel doesn't come from Argentina. He is a Jew and he /ives in Israel. ............................ '; ,t 14.As usual, the Ariola cyc/one has been very tragic in its consequences. .."... ."..................
15. Stop panicking, George. Your wounds your arm isn't broken, either.

are not so deep and seriou$.

I'm certain

............................

awkward enormous mistaken

calamitous futile nourishing

comprehensible gorgeous smooth

discontented major void

IV. Rewrite the sentences meaning.

using the given forms 50 that they retain their original

laborious solitary superficial

1. Bob feels uneasy whenever he has to dine with his superiors. 1. 'What does this note read?' 'I've no idea at alI. I suppose it's only understandable those who wrote it.' ............................
2. Milk and other dairy products are very

to

Having to 2. I support the notion to lift the trade embargo. (for)

rich in substances

necessary

for building
3. This is Ann's lavourite soap opera. the most. 4. The guide recommended we should leave very early. (our)

good health.

............................

3. Are you sure you want to join in? The task that we are going to carry out will be very

exhausting and difficult.

elementary level. ............................

...

4. The most serious changes they have introduced have affected education at the 5. I don'tenvyMr Carterinthe least.Livingsucha lonely lile as he does must certainty
be very painful. ............................ 6. Alex is not too happywith his new class. The youths still consider him a stranger. ".. 7. What a tirst-class idea! Imagine sailing together across the ocean in a yacht like
this. ............................ Supposing 8. No wonder they can afford to buy a new house every twa years il their lather earns 8. This matter is sa complicated that we don't know how to deal wit h it. such a huge amount
ol maney. """"""" ..............

5. He is making us study hard lor the exam next term. We are 6. I'm alraid it's going to rain. It looks 7. II he were to propose, what would you tell him?

..............

9. Unlortunately, the sea isn't always sa quiet and peaceful on this part ol the western coast. ............................ 10.1'11give up cali ing the agency il my next attempt is unsuccessful. 11. What's the point ol storing all these useful? ".................. ........................

So 9. Our san wants to see the mititary parade very much. (anxious) ............... 10. Arnold speaks French much better than his sister does. Arnold's sister

empty

containers?

Do you think they may prove

12. The silence that lollowed after the president's statement was a bit

uncomfortable, but

nobody dared to comment on it. ............................

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V. Choose the correct answer. 1. It was hard to though I was so tired. a) defy b) refuse c) resisit d) oppose the temptation to watch the late night show even

0,

I. The way Nigel a speeialist had to be hired. a) employed b) dealt

this task wasn't satisfaetory for the direetor, and so

e) eoped

d) approached ,.. this room

2. The realisation of our holiday plans has had to be ....... mother's sudden illness. a) prevented b) shelved c) expired d) lingered

" .~ becauseof my !

.'1

L The three boys object to being separated as they have for the last five montRs. a) shared 15. A smali a) part b) size b) joined c) united d) assoeiated

of this medicine should be enough to lessen the pain. e) dose d) ration ................. of

3. The alarm sound was received by several units which hurried to the immediately. a) rescue b) saving c) protection d) security

16. His publie announcement

of the seeret plans was dealt a sheer

eonfidenee and was heavily criticized by the other members of the couneil. a) damage b) breaeh e) crash d) fraeture all oj us

4. Oon't be angry with Sue. Ali that she did was in good ..................... a) hope b) belief c) idea d) faith

17. Aecording to the minister, changes in the budget will soon. a) refer b) impact c) experience d) affect

5. I think we can rely on Mr Bronson's advice. I've known him for ages and I have already found out he has got excellent a) fashion b) intelligence c) taste in modern art. d) feeling at home ij the

8. This fund has been set up to help protect those are endangered with complete extinction. a) kinds b) species c) races d) breeds

of animals that

6. Ali the inhabitants in the area have been asked to storm retums. a) settle b) dwell c) remain

3. Several hundred people have signed the pet ition to put a

to the

d) occupy
. Otherwise we

nuclear tests in the region. a) stop b) finish c) break d) cease ...... to be so quick

7. We were lucky the taxi arrived without any wouldn't have arrived in time jor our train. a) pause 8. Could you a) conjirm b) pledge

). Nobody, even the best doctors, expected Frank's d) interruption and successful after so severe an accident. a) renewal b) resumption

b) delay

c) wait

us that any possible obstacles will be eliminated? c) assure d) declare with this nast y co Id. We had a jew

c) recuperation

d) remuneration

9. Not only were the little children adult patients, too. a) afflicted 10. What's your not? a) appeal b) matter c) regard b) imposed

c) injured

d) aggravated

towards their advice? Do you think it's convincing or

d) attitude oj jlowers in her hand? d) heap

11. Ooes anyone recognize the girl with a..... a)range 12.I1's a) usual b) pack , c)bunch

oj this kind oj wark to take a lot oj time. c) characteristie d) regular

b) average

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6. The Polish and the other foreign

(TOUR)

are supposed to have a

\~i{3r~/f;:,~C:,~X~j~~,~wr~i

valid visa when visiting our country.

,
I. Write in the correct words. We ali know that life on earth can be depressing at times. But if it's really - - t - - - g (1) you down, why not think about the possibility of moving to a different environment. It's

7. This is a beard. 8. Lisaand Ronald's

(DOUBT)

Michael. I'd recognize him even if he wore

(MARRY)

was one of a great happiness,

unshaken by any violent conflicts 9. His (SOCIETY) life is very active. He takes part in every friendly

assumed that by the year 2050 technological solutions will

settle
-

b
t -

(2) people to 'j" "

out of locali s (4) to l ~. ' -

meeting and visits the local Youth Centre almost every day.
10. Somebody called for organizing a rally. But, there were numerous (OBJECT) to it from the union members. 11. It is strange how her """"""""""""""" sect. 12. Bob McCarthy spent his (YOUNG) in a Scottish village from (PERSON) changed after she joined the
""""""""""""

on other

planets
-

with a perfect

potential

for generating

their -

own energy -

s (3). However, there are plenty of settlement

overcome

until the first successful

on Mars, for example,

-

is viable.
-

Outer space
-

is known to be a hostile environment

with no oxygen to
-

extremely low temperatures a

i g (6) absolute zero. The solar and

r (5) and
..,

cosmic radiation can also prove to be - - - h - - (7) for fragile earthly organisms.
Although we take our elementary life support system for d (8) here on

where he emigrated to Canada in 1972.

,~

earth, there is no saying what might happen if we set out on a trek in space without the
protection of the earthly atmosphere. Happily, the contemporary space expeditions have

\ ~

13. Don't be afraid, I have no

"""""""""""""""

(INTEND)

of doing any harm to you.

I just want you to tell me where the secret documents are. 14. These two parts won't match. They are (EQUAL)

been thoroughly planned to - - f - - - (9) our astronauts against the immenselYti adverse i - - - - - (10) of the inhospitable surroundings of space. Therefore, they are ~i

15. Keep doing heavy physical exercise and you'lI certainly build up your (STRONG).

located in hermetic and sealed cabins with a fresh

conditions simulating those on earth.

Y (11) of air and

; '1
necessary equipment
-

The first step towards space colonization is still to be made. The prospects are that thej pioneers will only be provided with the most and that their
-

III. Insert the correct

prepositions.

advancement will be carefully examined by the experts in a variety of

including astronomy, medicine, physics and biology.

I - s (12)

ABOUT

AGAINST

BEHIND

BY

FOR

IN

ON

OVER

WITH

1. Just say you need me and I am

II. Put the words in the correct form.

"""""""""""""""

hand.

2. The bank manager has advised us to leave our papers in the safe just (RELA TE) expensive. (REFER) to her last visit to the White House
""""""""""""""" safekeeping.

1. Living on your own can be 2. Did she make any ........... during the press conference? 3. It was the most

3. Should anyone disagree given the direct backing of the Treasury.

your offer, tell them that you have been

(ENJOY) summer we have ever had. (MANAGE) as I intend

4. Tom has promised to have my tuner repaired by Saturday, but I'm rather doubtful
""""""" """""""" it.

4. I've made up my mind to take a course in to set up my own business in the future. 5. The man looked out of the door

5. Nowadays, it's terribly hard to find a good professional specializing (SUSPECT) and having found old weaponry. 6. Thisis a specifically female section, men are rather here. the minority

out there was nobody in the street, he rushed towards the car.

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7. How about taking revenge cruelty?

""",,"""""""""""

the gang

their

,7. I'm sorry that you've had to wait for me tor so long. (kept)

8. At this point, itseems impossiblethat any rivalteam mighttake an advantage

8. The only person responsible tor the breakdown was Eric. (to blame) Eric

our team.
9. The communist government has resigned the widespread social unresl. 10. It's no use insisting , organizing the bontire in the woods. with your essays. the background ot

9. Sue's handbag was stolen by a toreign passenger. Itwas 10. Joan sa id she didn't usually drink coffee in the morning.

(accustomed)

The gamekeeper will never aliow us to do thal. 11. Jack, I rem ind you that you are two months Oeliver them by next Friday or 1'11ave to contact your parents. h 12. I can tell you " certainty that this musie score is less interesting

V.Filithe gaps with the correct words. air bee tamily pains day trame point ear
kin shape

than the one he wrote previously. 13. 'Oid the employer ask Mary to work overtime?' choice.' 14.
my part, it doesn't

effect
matter
way

'No, I suppose she did it the least

tace motion

interest me

whether you keep this money or give it away. 15. There's no bigger pleasure than sitting here
,

1. You must try to bear the pain nowo The medicine will only take the open air listening after a few minutes. 2. 'Where's Oanny?' 'I think he's hurried home to tell the good news to his next ot

to the birds' singing and smelling the scent ot the spring tlowers.

IV. Rewrite the sentences meaning.

using the given torms so that they retain their original

3. Stop pressing me now, will you? I'm not in the right take a proper decision.

ot mind to

1. Is Eddie tamiliar with the consequences ot his irrational behaviour?

(aware)

4. Having examined the tape recordings in slow identitied the probabie assassin. 5. None ot the traveliers panicked even in the 6. Why don't we cali it a

the detectives

.
2. She always speaks about her children's achievements with great pride. (boasts)

ot amortal danger.

? It's got too dark to go on repairing the

3. It's a pity you didn't ask us to spend the time with you. It only 4. The police were only able to break the riots using torce. (means)

bridge. 7. 'Mark's got no time tor his triends and he doesn't even watch television in the evening. I guess he must be very hard at work, then.' a 'Indeed, he is as busy as

doing the novel translation.' . I'm going to tell you this tascinating

8. Sit down and len d me your 5. Have you always been interested in hunting? (tond)
".

story trom the very beginning. 9. 'Robert's as funny as his tather, isn't he?' 'That's righl. Good humour seems to run in

6. The existence ot the polar bear is endangered. stake.

their

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10. She said she was on the the waiter approached her table.

of leaving the restaurant unserved when ~1

\p;iEJlsY~t~i5!'33~~~llfij
,y,.

..'Y"'+',:,.'~!Y?t';~'?Y:!,q;"k1:r>"t'fig1(;'%'!%'R'i

11. I don't know what made you think Adam was against our policy. Now, let me clear the """""""""""""" and convince you that he's our most loyal supporter. 'Well, as a of fact I did. I'm sorry.'

.
I. Choose the words that best complete the sentences in the text.

12. 'Did you cali him aliar?'

13. Don't forget to thank aunt Betty warmly. She's really gone to great ............................ to buy that dictionary for you. 14. 'Don't you think this insect is very strange?' 'Indeed. It's completely out of the

One of the

hazards

that electronic

media

like the television,

radio

or computers

(1) these days is the The concern

(2) in book reading. who are strongly don't

,... (3) mainly to the younger generations (4) by the glamour of the silver screen

. I've never seen anything like that before.' 15. At first, it was difficult to imagine this plan would work at all. But the more we worked on it, the better it took. To "

and, consequently,

(5) the importance of acquiring first-hand information fram books. (6) reading for pleasure and to propagate a wide array of

publications like encyclopaedias, solutions should be applied. Firstly, more educational

(7) books, manuals or fiction, radical (8) ought to be put on the while (9). Youngsters should be made to feel comfortable

reading either for information ar self-satisfaction

in public places like airports, buses or on

the beach. Secondly, libraries must be subsidized more accurately in order to pravide the potential reader with (10) choice of publications organized of the and to become mare (11) rather than keep by libraries of might also becoming advantages

publically active so as to put books at people's them under lock and key. Fund collectingactions (12) the public awareness

(13) in a good book. Finally, the mass media themselves purchase of valuable best-sellers might contribute substantially by recommending
"

the (14)

and inspiring their viewers to

their knowledge and erudition, and thus help them to spontaneous everyday reading. 1. a) denote 2. a) rarity 3. a) indicates 4. a) tempted 5. a) observe 6. a) incite 7. a) referral 8. a) relevance 9. a) factor 10. a) pralific b) play b) decline b) affects b)exposed b) recognize b) revert b) referable b) persistence b) graund b) ample c) arise c)shortage c) embodies c) submitted c) view c) instill c) referee c) focus c) matter c) lavish

".. (15) the habit of

d)pose d) deficiency d) applies d) involved d) distinguish d) encourage d) reference d) emphasis d) point d) lush

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11. a) availability 12. a) intlate 13. a) occupied 14. a) enrich 15. a) grow

b) usage b) amplity b) inhaled b) magnity b) evolve

c) benetit c) raise c) engrossed c) arouse

c) proceed

d) disposal d) expand d) incorporated d) elaborate d) develop

14.There are voices that the orbital station ought to be

"""""""""""""""

(MODERN)

as soon as possible it a serious tragedy is to be averted. 15. We place a tuli """"""""""""""" needed. (REL Y) on George whenever assistance is

III. Insert the correct

prepositions.

II. Put the words in the correct form. AGAINST 1. Don't be atraid ot this smali cat, it won't hurt you. It's absolutely (HARM) AT BY FOR FROM IN OF ON TO WITH

.
"""""""""""""""

1. J don't approve

his idea, but there's little I can do to prevent him trying his luck in the casino.

2. 'Is it true that two ot your reporters have been taken hostage by the guerillas?'

'Well, , can't support this

either.'

(ASSUME), but I can't question it,

.....................

2. We were torced to work this plan to be ready by the tollowing day.

the clock because our manager wanted

3. You needn't have planted the geraniums yesterday. The morning (FREEZE) has destroyed most ot them, untortunately.

3. Andrew preters staying at home in the evening the disco.

.'

spending it at

4. Burt, you can tee' satistied with your lite, can't you? You've got a wondertul wite

4. We telt very sorry 5. The robbers had escaped

Sylvia who hadn't been given any prize. the bank betore the police arrived. mail?' 'No, I'm delivering

andsweetkids,yourjob isveryinteresting andyourhigh """""""""""""""

(COME) enable you to spend holidays in Hawaii each year. ; 5. The doctor has advised Andy to avoid heavy working and consume a (SUBSTANCE) amount ot vegetables every day. (POT) water

6. 'Are you going to send this package it myselt.' 7. 'Will you show us your new residence, please?' great pleasure.' 8. Tell the man that we can't repair his bicycle parts will only be delivered on Tuesday. 9. The bill hasn't been accepted by the government. our salaries won't be higher. 10. I won der how they are going to cope ................... having no experience in bookkeeping at alI. "..

'Ok, I will do it

6. According to the map, there is a source ot somewhere near the tempie ruins.

once as the spare

7. Nobody could believe the news. Vet, all the tacts and evidence showed the prime minister's 8. Patrick's inspiring (INVOLVE) in the attair was unquestionable. at the school anniversary won

other words,

(SPEAK)

a generous round ot applause trom the teachers and the students alike. 9. Let's do something, I can't stand being kept in this horrible (SUSPEND) 10. Is it any longer. (OBLlGE) tor both ot us to stay in the office after hours?

such a complex matter

11.MrLumier'sgrandtather migrated""""""""""""""" e
12.

Paris to Ohio in 1920.

spite ot the initial difficulties, the crew ot the royal yacht have taken the lead in the regatta.

11.Thisredbuttonshouldonlybepressedit a serious """""""""""""""

arises. 12. I was almost driven crazy by this wall. 13. Cigarettes, coffee, alcohol and other an adverse intluence upon human health. (CONTINUE)

(EMERGE)

13. Do you know that your brother is in love knocking on the

my older sister?

14. 'The new secretary seems to be a very good typist, doesn't she?' 'Well, I think it's the contrary; she should learn to type taster.' this awtul mess on my desk?

(ADO) are known to have

15. Who is responsible

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IV. Rewrite the sentences meaning.

using the given forms sa that they retain their original

4. Jimmy gave up his work in the hotel kitchen and beeame soldier in the army.

~
1. It's been reported that the chancellor is very satistied with his visit to Japan. The chancellor 2. Has anybody been hurt in the road collision? Has anybody come 3. I met Stanley by chance in the department store. (across) ............... 4. Although she seems to be very courteous, she can also be very impolite. Courteous 5. He is going to step down because ot the corruption allegations. (account) ................. 6. Julia isn't to blame tor the negligence by any means. By no means 9. 7. What do they expect me to do now? (supposed) ................ 8. From time to time, we spend our weekends at the lake. We 9. Susan admits she didn't have a good time at the banquet at all. enjoy .... 10. I knew nothing about the rebellion that they were planning. (dark) ...... leasf. again. i.

a) an intentional

b) a deliberate

5. paul's been in Alice's bad party. a) eyes administration a) eollapsed b) stumbled b) books e) likes .

e) an optional d) a voluntary ever since he offened her at the

d) treats

6. A militaryjunta has taken over power in the country atter the democratic

c) vanished

d) abandoned

7. The new situation has

a lot ot anger and dissatistaetion. d) provoked

Our duty now is to encounter it in the most sensible way. a) devised b) established e) originated

8. Mr Hopkins is going to have his old family mansion

The buildinglost its glamour after his aneestors died several years ago.
a) recovered a) Considering b) resumed b) Seeing e) restored c) Supposing d) revived d) Judging by her brilliant appearance, she must be very affluent.

10. Why do you say the project should be changed even more? Personally, I cannot see the ot introducing so many alterations. c) clue d) ground if you need our advice. e) hours
d) oecasions Did you mention having

a) point b) reason 11. Feel free to come to us at all a) whiles b) moments

12. What did you tell them at the

already worked as a financial adviser? a) review b) dialogue c) speech

d) interview

V.Choose the correct answer.

1. To the best ot my a) thinking b) recollection that dentist's name was Thomas Garreth. c) mind d) remembrance

13. Mr Turner's

coineided with the tiftieth anniversary ot the

company and theretore he was awarded a generous prize tor his long-time service. a) withdrawal b) retirement c) expiry d) termination

2. We realized our visit in their house was unwelcome by the smile on the woman's tace. a) artiticial b) fictional c) simulating d) torged

14. The officer who questioned us at the railway station was other men in unitorms.

by two

a) allied

b) associated

c) cooperated

d) accompanied

3. Perhaps, the tresh scrap ot evidence willthrow some new the murder case in Wiltshire. a) light b) vision c) flash d) spark

on

15. Let me
a posh restaurant.

my luek at cards. It I win, I promise to invite you to

a)have

b) try

c) put

d) view

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16. He had always boasted about being a good fighter, but when I him he simply got cold feet. a) challenged 17. It was dr Dalton who example. a) noted b) explained c) interpreted d) instructed
we'll ~

\\;;~~~~~)~~Jt~il'~.;~9~~j~;f!' c) ventured d) appealed I. Replace each italicized word wit h a synonymous one. The thrill of gambling has accompanied The ancient people whose perception mysterious (3) phenomena d) theretore mankind throughout its whole complex history. us how to deal with this complicated

b) struggled

iB. Richard has forgotten to buy tickets for the performance and ......... have to spend this evening in tront of the TV set. a) whereas b) thereafter c) whereupon

(1) ot life was determined

(2) by a beliet in

considered their existence a game of chance governed by

.! .
~ .. io

19. At one moment, the teacher got nervous seeing that whatever he sa id was on the students who weren't paying any attention to the lecture. a) missed 20. 'Can you see any b) lost c) fai led d) slipped

~ ~

their gods' good-will (4). Theretore, the objects of gambling frequently became the items of a spiritual (5) offering which were supposed to influence the gods' decisions on the events to come. In the course of time, gambling turned into a highly favoured pastime (6)

~,

among wealthy (7) members ot many societies and at present it is said to be one ot the most rapidly developing branches ot the entertainment industry.

between these two occurrences?'

,'.'

'For sure, one thing that they have in com mon is the location they took place in.' a) relation b) union c) joint d) contact

II is practiced in its different forms in almost all the corners ot the globe. Annually, millions ot individuals try (B) their luck in casinos at bingo, roulette, dice or card games. Another widespread (9) habit of gambIing takes the torm of betting on the results of sports events like horse racing or tootball matches.

;i ~ Ii

Untortunately,

on many occasions

practice of gambling

turns into an addictive

habit.

Habitual (10) players find it an irresistible temptation (11) to place a bet so as to provide themselves with the desirable thrill. The alluring prospect of winning vast (12) fortunes

1i!

drives (13) the notorious gamblers to seek for excitement often at the cost ot a disrupted family life and damaged gambling successes psyche. Those who escape into the

'"
't

imaginary

(14) world ot unbeatable

experience

the illusory feeling of being independent,

(15) and always within the reach of a stroke of good luck.

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1. a) discernment 2. a) implied 3. a) unanswerable 4. a) fancy 5. a) extraterrestrial 6. a) diversion 7. a) prolific 8. a) make do with 9. a) plentiful 10. a) compulsive

b) eyesight b) referred b) unresolved b) benevolence b) secular b) distortion b) bountitul b) take a turn for b) luxuriant b) assured

c) sensation c) pertained c) inexplicable c) affection c) divine c) derailment c) efficacious c) pull rank on c) prominent c) ceaseless

d) glimpse d) influenced d) dubious d) charity d) supernatural d) disruption d) attluent d) have a go at d) prevalent d) compelling

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11. a) eaptivity 12. a) imminent 13. a) proeeeds 14. a) tietitious 15. a) toolproot

b) eagerness b) immense b) manages b) visionary b) invineible

e) entieement e) immaeulate e) eonduets e) ineredible e) die-hard

d) seduetion d) immediate d) impels d) unteasible d) intrepid

,.4. Very soon their noisy parties became neighbours who asked the police to intervene. 15. The village residents remained earth shook.

(TOLERA TE) to the

(SPEAK)

with terror when the

III.Add the suitable verbs to make the correct phrasal verbs. II. Put the words in the eorrect torm. boi! 1. We have already distributed a eouple ot these sam pies, but most ot our produets are dry let (COMMERCE)
1. We were

break ease look

brush freshen rule

cover give think

cut know
walk

still being kept in

(STORE) .

2. The inventor's design has turned out to be a great success.

3. 'Did she say tifty pounds?' 'No, I thought she said twenty pounds.'

down by the actors who had promised to support our

'Now then, I guess there must have been some 4. 'Do you often spend so much money on gambling?' 'Oh no, I only gambie (OCCASION).'
"""""""""""""""

(UNDERSTAND).'

action, but didn't appear at the charity event. 2. The twin brothers are so much alike. It's interesting how their parents can
~

them apart. 3. 'How many metres ot this cloth do I need to 'Two metres should be enough, madam.' 4. It's been pouring heavily since early morning and it doesn't look like the rain is going to oft soon. up into two skirts?'

5. Helen is a bit jealous ot her sister's greater

6. Shalll believe this

(ATTRACT) with the

story ot yours? Mark, stop

boys. Anyway, she tends to say too many nast y jokes about Mary's boyfriends. (CONVINCE)

acting like a child and tell me the whole truth, please. 7. At least tour people were killed in the motorway this morning. 8. The Bulgarian sportsman was immediately tra ces ot steroids were discovered in his blood sampies. 9. Will it be necessary tor you to make any version ot your dissertation? 10. The brave policemen tram the anti-terrorist squad we re honoured by the secretary ot state tor their ettective action 01 hijackers. 11. 'Who is in supervises it.' 12. Let's pay our debt ot (GRATEFUL) to Sara tor looking after our (CORRECT) in this (OUALlFY) after the (DREAD) accident on the

5. The drinking water supplies had

up quickly and the castaways

were torced to penetrate the desert island thoroughly in search ot tresh resources. 6. Altred is said to be an enormously generous person. He otten his savings tor help towards the homeless.
7. The contlict in the production department dissatistaction with their wages. There's nothing more to it. through the possible consequences ot your

ot

down

to the employees'

(ARM) a group ot dangerous

8. Firstly, you should

actions betore taking any ras h decisions.

(AUTHOR) ot the tire department?' 'I think Mr Dodson

9. Sandra's been offered a job ot an interpreter in Madrid. But, I guess she will have to up on her Spanish betore she is tully aceepted. 10. 'What does die VorsteJ/ung mean?' German dictionary.' 'I don't know. it up in your

children by asking her to spend this Easter wit h us.

13. Everybody has been astonished by the goalkeeper's unexpected

""""""""""""'"

11. I'm teeling awfully tired, 50 I'd better go and good bath.

myselt up with a

(DRAW) trom the Olympic team. It's interesting who is going to take his place nowo

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12. Further obstacles cannot be delinitely to carry on with the investigation until it's complete. 13. There are rumours that the ministers have tried to ol the recent affair so as not to lose lace wit h the public. 14. 'How old were you when the war 15 'What's wrong with Mr Oowney?' out?'

out, but it's our obligation

V. Fili the gaps with the correct words. advice hands date days demand
heart top heels way

up the news

feather
joke will

headway tooth

'I was in my teens then.'

reason

'Oh, he's been down in the dumps since his wile 1. The teacher didn't have to persuade his pupils to tidy the classroom they did it ot their own Iree . up after lessons,

out on him last month.'

IV. Rewrite the sentences meaning.

using the given forms so that they retain their original

2. We ought to tell the director to stop giving our secret lormulas away in public. II he

keepsplayingintotheothermanulacturers'"""""""""""""""
make any big prolits. 3. Arthur has tallen head over but speak about her ali day round. 4. The Italian composer has been in great

we'lI never be able to

1. Jane was the tirst girl who joined our association. Jane

(to)

in love with Murie!. He does nothing ever since he won the

2. I think going to see the match is prelerable to staying at home in the afternoon. Rather than 3. II you don't learn to operate the computer you won't get the job. (or else)

prestigious award in New York. 5. Dental problems like caries most olten affect children who tend to have a sweet and consume large quantities ol contectionery. 6.The villa has been searched lrom no sign ol lorged money being produced in the place. 7. Had he not had that sudden change ol would certainly be enjoying skiing in the spa nowo about going to Aspen, we to bottom, but there has been

.......................
4. Have they got anything against our sleeping in their tent? (mind)

5. Judging by their behaviour, they are a married couple. They

(as if)

8. This inn looks rather shabby, but I'm sure it saw better

once.

9. We have already tried ali the possible methods to solve that puzzle, but we aren't making any more lashionable? 11. Adam tried to be amusing and told a story which was supposed to make us laugh. To his disappointment, none ot us could take the ... to go through Reading, . Could you drop a hint, please? ? Why not put on something

6. I was going to tell you I'd be busy on Monday, but I torgot to do it. (meant)

10. Ooesn't this jacket look a bit out ol 7. It doesn't matter whether you are an experienced climber or not, mountaineering still be dangerous. can

However 8. Several runners have withdrawn tram the race because ot health problems. (backed)
. ...... ... .

12. You can easily carry that bigger box, it's as light as a 13. I wis h we had tollowed the lorry driver's ...................

then we wouldn't have strayed trom the main route. 14. How lon g have you been sitting in the reading-room? Isn't it about time you were

9. Who is going to dismantle this engine?

pieces? 10. Despite numerous mistakes in the procedures, the trial is still being continued.
progress.

making your

home? . It's silly to think

15. The price he has put tor his car is beyond all

anyone will ever pay a thousand pounds lor such a dilapidated vehicle.

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) help
,10. a)adjusting

b) implement

c) tacilitate

d) entitle

b) reviving
b) exist b) pursue b) shrinking b) miss b) provokes

c) deploying
c) initiate c) aim c) alleviating c) guess c) breeds

d) invigorating
d) conceive d) emphasize d) declining d) word d) induces

11.a) originate I. Choose the words that best complete the sentences
Is hypnosis a mystitication or an ideal way ot

in the text.
(1) many diseasest (2) the hypnotist's commands..,

12.a) opt 13.a) depleting 14.a) lai! 15.a) enacts

The tact that a hypnotized individual will

to perform even the most iIIogical actions has always excited both the psychologists an~ their clients (3) tor getting rid (4) different ailments:j while in thJ .) commands1

be it mental or physical, by means ot responding to persuasive suggestions altered state ot consciousness. This trance may usually be

II. Replaceeach italicized verb or phrase with the correct form of a synonymous phrasal verb. ask out come oft blow up break out of give in put up bring round go on cali for grow out of

(5) by repeating monotonous

thus introducing an individual into a subconscious sphere ot his personality, which in th~!. state ol tuli waketulness may be suppressed or concealed. A hypnotized person appears~ ~

drop out of make up for

to be more

:
a more

leak
~..

out

run down

sound out

(6) to .imposed orders and more. motivated toll

1. This is a maximum security prison. Nobody has ever escaped

(7) his deep rooted anxletles and wornes. Controverslal though thle1 approach may seem to be, it does contribute to curing people ol their emotional distresses in the establishing
"""""""""""""""

(8) ot positive suggestions. Hypnosis can prolound contact with a patient's emotional lile

(9) even

trom here. ,.................................

2. Stopwasting your time. The whole situation requires an immediate response that could bring more decisive etlects.
.. .. . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

(10) the lorgotten events trom a remote past where the root cause
(11) Irom. (12) at conlronting also be ol great assistance in the psychological treating many problems addictions~

an affliction may It doesn't necessarily only. Hypnosis can

3. Telling bad things about your workmates certainly doesn't influence the atmosphere in the office in any positive way, so I expect you to stop doing that lrom now on.
.. .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .. . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..

Without

(13) various kinds ol pains or even tighting skin diseases.J: (14), hypnosis is a most usetul tool in the hands ol physicians,j,
.~

4. Keep pressing Eddie and he'll agree to your request, tor sure. .. 5. Hardly anyone would have thought that the boxing champion would the tirst round.
..

and laith healers even though the extraordinary phenomena that it (15) cannot always be accounted lor by any scientitic or logical means.': b) mending b)concede b) keen b) ot b) applied b) responsive
b)depose b) means

'!;' ~! "' ~
~ <

surrender

after

1. a) recuperating 2. a) tackle 3. a) eager 4. a) with 5. a) conjured 6. a) answerable 7. a) disclose 8. a) use

c) treating c) operate c) resolute c) away c) lixed c) reactionary

c) delete c) way

d) reconvalescing
d) tollow d) intent d) lor
\

6. How are they going to

compensate

tor the time they wasted playing cards in the

barracks?
.. .. . . . . .. . . .. .. . .. . .. . . . . . . . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . . . . . . . . .. .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

d) evoked d) perceptible d) disperse d) manner

7. My daughter has been invited to a restaurant by the tall gentleman tor the second
time this week.
. .. . . .. . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . .. . .. . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . ..

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8. The construction ...

house can be built within three months.

... .., "

is very light and the materials are pretty cheap. The agent claims the~ ' ... ... .. ... .. ...,. .. "'" '"
'~ ~'

5. Look at the mouse in the trap! I thought it was dead, but it's still alive.

"

.
a candidate to

6. There's no necessity to be anxious about Frank; he's too determined ever withdraw trom the election. ...........................
author. She can write seven

9. Ilike this photograph so much that I'm going to have it enlarged.

,,""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""" .i 10. As far as I know, the ideology of the party doesn't quite appeal to him and that's why' he's thinking of

7. Mrs Stanford is an unusually productive

books

a year

withdrawing trom its ranks.

" f
'j' '!r

most ot which achieve a complimentary assessment trom the critics. .8. Susan's approach towards school and learning

""""""""""

is the most suitable to tollow.

the ratitication ot the

. 9. Nowthat the negotiations have turned out to be successtul, truce is a matter of hours. ...........................
10. I'm sorry sir, but the conterence facilities are restricted
to the participants only.

11. The news about Sue's pregnancy

became known quickly despite her efforts to keepit f

}I'
'"

secret.

12. He is not a very outspoken person, so we may tind it hard to

,

discover his opinions.$

, ~:

..

, ....................

13. I can't stop thinking there's something more that the scheme needs

to to be
.....

successtul.
14. Peter used to be fond ot collecting mascots, but after his military service he became

i!

11. The basic assignment tor us now is to gather information about the ringleaders of the assault. ........................... 12. Is he the same Peter we met a year ago? Where did he learn to use this vulgar language? ...........................

cli

mature enough to abandon the hobby.

15. Don't think you can change his approach, he's too stubborn to be

l
convinced.

Ii

13. Doctors and scientists have been trying to determine whether arthritis is a

disease

that can be passed .

15. If you aren't

trom parents to their offspring.

.....

,.

14. This article on the political crisis in the Far East is very informative and up-to-date.

.l
III. Replace each italicized phrase or adjective with a synonymous one. animate fundamental negligible coarse grand overwhelming exclusive hereditary prolific exemplary intrepid
resolute

fruitful irritable
topical

Ji

l"

~i t'

a brave man, you won't make a good fire tighter. ...........................

t < JI

IV. Rewrite the senten ces using the given forms so that they retain their original meaning.
1. The other day, I was fined for exceeding the speed limit. (beyond)

..............
1. Some mothers cried during the

solemn ceremony of their sons being honoured by the

2. I am not responsible for your misfortunes.

President.

".........
3. Som eon e suggested that we should stop manufacturing the low-price items. There ...................................................................................... 4. He would do almost anything to win the girl's hand. (Iengths)
".

fault.

2. The enemy torces were too powerfulto be deteated, so our troops were ordered to retreat to asater position. ...........................

3. I adviseyouto becaretuiwithMrsLinton.Shegetseasily annoyed at times.

....... 4. The details you are giving to me are ot secondary importance, what I need is something really extraordinary. ".........

5. Who's going to supervise aur section?

(in charge)

................

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6. Although we respect Brian's expertise in archaeology, we're not going to employ him this time. Much 7. My son attaches great importance to eating healthy tood. (makes much)

9. The sergeant was turious because he hadn't been manoeuvres. a) notitied b) announced c) reterred d) communicated

ot th e

10. The local press has been pouring council. a) blame b) hatred c) disapproval

on the mayor tor dissolving the

...................
8. Alice couldn't remember the caller's identity.

d) scorn

recal!.
9. Does YL)r mother want a soft drink? (care)

11.I'm

". b) non e

too keen on visiting the Parkers again so soon. c) such d) very

a) that

12. It's no wonder the children telt disappointed because tirst their parents promised to 10. Mickey is extremely busy, but he often tinds time to look in and ask how I am. Despite take them to Disneyland and then they a) played down b) drew out c) came oft on their word. d) went back

13. The army suftered very heavy

,yet, their victory was imposing. c) wounds d) harms

V. Choose the correct answer.

1. I don't like Anthony, he seems to take too much everyone. a) joy b) tascination c) pleasure d) entertainment to uncle Tony in criticizing

a) losses

b) victims

14. It's a chance ot a litetime tor me to see Tokio, so 1'11 to try most ot it. a) catch b) do c) tultil d) make

the

15. The Smiths have been

guilty ot kidnapping their neighbour's child

2. My tamily has gone to Edinburgh to pay their last who died last Thursday. a) sympathy 3. It bus stop. a) needed b) lasted c) required d) took b) respects c) love d) honours

and have been sentenced to ten years in prison. a) contessed b) aftirmed c) tound d) established

16. They are as like as two peas. It's amazing how their parents can them apart. a) tell in mind to tell me b) mean c) distinguish

us only a quarter ot an hour to reach the residence trom the

d)see itselt to stewing? d) lends

17. Do you think this kind ot meat a) allows b) gives

4. It you're planning to leave the ottice earlier, about it in advance. a) bear b) put c) hold d) carry

c) ofters

18. It was Martin who princess. a) adopted b) took c) led who wis h to ask tor the writer's signature stand in a line, please.

the initiative in introducing our guests to the

5.
a) These

d) pursued to it to organize a tancy dress party tor the

b) They

c) Those

d) There after the liner overturned in a storm.

19. Martha has been hard younger children. a) torced b) ordered c) put

6. A tew passengers were a) plunged b) drowned

c) watered

d) submerged

d) made

7. Hats like this may have been tashionable in the 60's, but now they are the times. a) beneath 8. Who else is ot the a) conclusion b) opinion b) under c) over d) behind

20. Only one person who can provide the best solution to the question will be promoted and
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a tinancial grant.
b) equipped c) entitled d) awarded

a) served

that we should break the camp? c) remark d) theory

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5. I think Arnold is

(USE) his great musical talent by singing in

a country band. He should have become an opera soloisL 6. The central heating system can easily be I. Write in the correct words. this green knob. 7. Due to my complete For thousands of years, stone, wood and animai skin had been the basic materials used by ancient civilisations for house building, ship construction or producing elementary tools. (IGNORE) of the tribal customs I was (ACTIVE) by turning

wrongly considered an enemy rather than a friend. 8. The boy's account lacked (ACCURATE) . For example, he didn't

However,the first syntheticproductswhich- P

d (1) in the 19th century

The commercial success

mention anything about such a relevant event as the Queen's presence. 9. You can't expect to keep healthy if your diet is and vegetables. 10. That vaccum cleaner he showed us was too decided to opt for a cheaper one. 11. What they told us had no imaginary story they made up to deceive us. 12. Iwonder if he is ever going to grow out of his (CHILD) behaviour. (FOUND) in reality. It was just an (COST) and we (DEFICIT) in fruit

were - - - - f - - - - - - d (2) from cellulose and quickly gained - r - - - - (3) replacing their heavy, less durable and antiquated counterparts. of celluloids has become even more conspicuous

in the twentieth century as dozens ol

new

p - - - - - - - - s (4) for plastic goods have been invented.

Nowadays, life without celluloid dishes, synthetic furniture and garments as well as other

manifold polimeric products would be un t s (6). Besides

- -

n
s -

- - - - (5).

What makes them so favoured and common a merchandise are their exceptional
-

being

(7) to mechanical

damage, they have outstanding kinds of synthetic products

thermal and electrical insulation properties

and certain which

13. One more thing necessary for putting the bill into operation is the prim e minister's (SIG N). 14. Let's rep lace Ann with a more resolute person. I can't stand her being so (HESITATE) about her every decision.

- - d - - - - (8) the process of fast biodegradation,

makes them environment - - - - - - - - y (9). In addition, the cost of the production of plastic is relatively low. Hence, the polimerie t s (10) are being

churned out for use of the packaging, motor, construction,

aviation, medical and many

15. Gordon Ashley is going to stand trial for the daring bank he made in Southampton
III. Insert the correct

(ROB)

otherindustries.Recycling meansof as
n -

g (11) with this massive plastic

in 1993.

waste is easy and effective, too. Thus, one may safely assume that our (12) on synthetic materials will never end.
prepositions.

II. Put the words in the correct form.

AGAINST (COMPARE). No other

AT

BY

FOR

FROM

IN

OF

ON

TO

UNDER

1. Patricia's ski!! in playing the piano is quite

1. Please, take this money as a token of my great gratitude my life. 2. The mechanic was most kind and repaired my carburettor time at alI.

saving

child in this group can play the difficult pieces wit h similar mastery. 2. Have our arguments convinced you or do you need any more (ASSURE)? 3. Mr Simpson's exceptional. 4. His trembling voice and the itlogical story he produced prove that his (SINCERE) leaves much to be desired. (DEVOTE) to his fishing hobby is absolutely

. no

3. We don't need any extra supplies, we can do with those we have store. 4. The court has sentenced the two men the military bases in the country. exile for spying

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5. The farmers' hopes """""""""""""""

any better weather faded away after they had

6. Nobody knows what caused the collapse of the building. It's

heard the forecast for the weeks to come. 6. Their political opinions have always been therefore we have been getting on so wel!. 7. The Greenpeace movement is going to launch another campaign whaling. 8. She is too weak succeed even """"""""""""""" 9. Are you still mathematics to ever pass the exam. She won't her hundredth attempt. an il!usion that Mr Spike will agree to your conditions? person, and so he would harmony with ours and

7. You'lI be in serious trouble unless you apologize to Mrs Dempsey. You'lI get 8. The American champion is very tough; he'lI never give up. (too)

9. If you scream again, 1'11 ake you leave the room. m Scream 10. We hadn't been told about the removal untillast Friday. It was not

10. He said he wouldn't be able to tum up have to send his deputy to t~e conference. 11. We can safely trust Iris. She is happens on the Stock Exchange. 12. Andrew is a draftsman post office. 13. You cannot expect absolute obedience a teenager ful! of wild ideas. 14. The code says people under eighteen aren't eligible in the party. 15. Bob, don't be cruel and stop mocking French words. """"""""

the know about everything that V. Fili the gaps wit h the correct words. profession, but he works as a clerk at the arms Tommy. He's still hang random membership 1. Women don't like to be taken for the way Lucy pronounces how busy the men are. 2. I think it goes without that you must love animals if you hope to by their husbands no matter course liking saying drain means shadow face mercy shop granted plenty vicinity

IV. Rewrite the sentences meaning.

using the given forms so that they retain their original

make a good veterinary surgeon. 3. Ever since Paula started earning her own money, she's called herself a woman of independent . of the weather. We can't go

1. It was a long time ago when horsecarts were replaced by motor vehicles.

(place)

4. Unfortunately, we have been at the on climbing until the heavy snowfall subsides.

..................... 2. When the official part of the meeting ended, everyone rushed to the buffet. (close)

5. The doctors didn't make any special selection. They chose a few patients at for their experimental treatment. 6. It's much better for the children that we have bought a house in the ............ of their schoo!. Now, they won't have to waste time waiting for their schoolbus. 7. Don't worry, everybody will get a free ticket for the concert. They are in

. ... . ... ...........

3. Patrick is not feeling healthy today. (colour)

4. Let's ask somebody to take a photo for us. (have) Let's 5. John was sorry to have made such a fuss at the party. John regretted

in our studio. 8. The defence minister lost past was revealed. with the public after his controversial

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9. My sister won't go out after dark. She is so timid that she's afraid of her own

10. It's pointless to declare war on a country which has many thousands of skilled soldiers under
""""""""""""""" .

I. Choose the words that best complete the sentences in the text. Public opinion polis show that crime is

11. Tommy, stop being so impatient. You'll be allowed to drive your own car in due
"

(1) as one of the most serious

(2) studies have revealed that the (4). Our peculiar awareness (5) in the

12. We alllauged the amusement

like a park.

when Simon to Id us about his adventures in

problem s of many societies. Vet, (3) of violent crime is

13. I'm curious whether the desserts that the chief has prepared will be to our guests'

and fear is largely braught about by the great attention it is

mass media and also because of violent crime being a popular theme for television series 14. There's only one fault in my husband's character. He is so overcome with his job that he keeps talking even on Sundays. and films. Among all crimes, murder makes the homicides still continue to be a (6) and there is little doubt that (7) question in a number of countries. (8) and drug racial

15. Ronald has been trying to leam to operate the conveyor belt, but he hasn't got the of it yet.

The various causes of severe crime are being constantly

innumerable reasons for it are being pointed out. Among these are unemployment, "... (9), inadequate police enforcement, ineffective courts,

discrimination, television and the general An acknowledged fact is that it is mainly poverty that of

(10) in social values. (11) crime. and their families the (13) stealing, burgling We may try to explain crime on different

Individuals incapable

(12) for themselves

rudimentary means of living unavoidably take ar

"

(14) other offences.

(15)

- cultural, economic, psychological or political, but criminologists

are still far fram detecting the exact source of violent offences as the direct link between these particular factors isn't possible to specify. 1. a) viewed 2. a) pervading 3. a) quantity 4. a) outspoken 5. a) granted 6. a) headlines 7. a) burdening 8. a) debated 9. a) escalation 10. a) flop 11. a) rears b) believed b) infiltrating b) deal b) overestimated b) awarded b) titles b) obstructing b) conversed b) abuse b) impediment b) nurtures c) alleged c) examining c) amount c) presupposed c) devoted c) captions c) nagging c) uttered c) maltreatment c) shortfall c) breeds d) thought d) penetrating d) figure d) upgraded d) entrusted d) braadcast d) contending d) articulated d) disuse d) decline d) urges

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12. a) insuring 13. a) on 14. a) committing 15. a) motives

b) affording b) to b) performing b) arguments

c) securing c) tor c) tultilling c) reasons

d) accommodating d) with d) conducting d) grounds

14. Living on the

(SKIRT) ot a big city may have its go od points.

Consider at least cleaner air and lesser traffic. 15. They do need a new apartment. The conditions they are living in now are simply (REGRET). Just imagine mice scampering III. Add the suitable verbs to make the correct phrasal verbs. on the tloor.

II. Put the words

in the correct form.

1. The

(BREAK)

ot an epidemic will be unavoidable unless

break hinge play

brighten lay set

come look settle

fili part show

give pick step

measures are taken to prevent the rural population trom drinking the contaminated water. 2. We won't be able to buy anything it we don't have any currency on us. 3. The prize he has won is simply going to do with such a lot ot money. 4. Danny is just an very wel/. 5. This destructive criticism has (MINE) Paul's contidence. It's (ACQUAINT) ot my tather. We don 't know him (IMAGINE). I can't think what he 's 2. How about 3. You needn't tigure. (CONVERT)

1. He claims his role in the plot wasn't important, but I suppose he's trying to it down intentionally. in more coal just in case this winter should last longer? oft ali the time, Mark. We all know you are a shrewd

4. It took a short while until Muriel stuffy corridor. 5. Your constant only one to blame?

round

after she had tainted in the

improbable that he'II ever put torward his candidacy again.

6. Mostot theworkerswerein

"""""""""""""""

(CONFUSE) as to whether to join in

on me is most untair. Why should I always be the

the strike or carry on with their normai duties. 7. It was tunny how Eddie didn't really know how to hide his (EMBARRASS) at having to give Muriel another kiss.
"""""""""

6. It was the bitter row that he had with the boss that made Mr Tanner

down trom his secretarial post and change his place ot work.
(CAUTION)

8. Our approach towards the proposal is rather

7. The Paris branch ot the ABC Company was

"

"

up when it became

because ot several tailures that we have experienced lately. 9. It's astonishing he didn't tell us he was going to leave. His sudden (APPEAR) is even more surprising when you consider he had a very important appointment last evening.

clear that the French market tor the celluloid merchandise could bring enormous pratits. 8. We'II try to ..." ",.."."""". the door down it we can't open it without using force. "..."..""... with it

9. Jenny loves the cat very much. She will never agree to .."" 10. Due to a huge pile-up, the motorway will remain tomorrow. 11. They seem to be quite have neither a map nor a com pass. 12. 13. Look at the sign! (STRICT) 'No speaking, your response is more than disappointing. (VACANT) 'again. This is the tifth hotel we (CONCERN) and cal m even though they (PASS) until when we move out ot the house. 10. Why think about the past and recall bad events only?

ahead

into the tuture with more optimism and your gloomy mood will be gone.

11. The success ot our action

"""""""""""""""

upon Mike's ability to break the code.

"""""""""""""""

It he doesn't manage to do it this time, we'lllose the last hope.

have gon e to in vain this evening.

12. The waiter asked his customers to

after they had linished their lunch.

their bill down at the counter

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13. Before you go and join the others in the computer room, you must first in the membership form and make a payment. 14. When I saw her in the hall she looked so depressed. She oniy........... when I had told her the comforting news. 15. It didn't pose a big problem to me to fin d out she was an Italian. It was her peculiar accent that IV. Rewrite the sentences meaning. 1.You'lI certainly encounter a lot of difficulties it you opt for a lon e expedition. (bound) her away. using the given torms so that they retain their original

V.Choose the correct answer.

up
1. Ann's encouraging words gave me task once again. a) a point b) an incentive c) a resolution d) a target to undertake the demanding

2. You should at least ............ want to lose your last hope.

an effort to find the boy's address if you don't

a) do

b) work

c) put

d) make
to breeding

3. We are going to build a fence around the field with sheep and cattle. a) a goal 4.0nce b) an outlook c) a reason d) a vi ew

a time there was a king so selfish and mean that no

2. It is feared this mammai species will be extinct by the year ot 2020. This mammai species is 3. Albert is a poor card-player.

prince ss would agree to become his wife. a) of b) at c) upon d) within " c) retused because of a heavy raintall. d) extinguished

5. The open-air party had to be

we(1.
4. David really confides in Mr Palmer's greater experience. (contident)

a) postponed

b) detained

6. You may feel sure the casting will be don e perfectly, just trust in me and you will see I'm right. a) lay b) torward c) grant d) allow

your

.................
5. We aren't willing to support the strike; we don't approve of it.
Far

7. It's too hard to determine whether the disease has already begun to

trom

or not. a) enlarge University. a) realized

. . . .. . .. . . . . . . .

6. Sue has benetited from the sunny weather by getting nicely suntanned. (advantage) .. . 7. Susan did everything she could to make us both reconcile. (utmost)

b) circulate

c) spread

d) transmit his education at Cambridge

8. By next year, my son will have b) completed

c) graduated

d) terminated us a lift home as there were no

9. The van driver said he couldn't

8. We aren't responsible for the assembly line in Bristol any longer. free seats in his vehicle.

No longer
9. These dangerous lizards live only in the tropical regions. (peculiar)

control.

a) make

b) give

c) drive

d) take nobody would have

10. II it hadn't been tor the hint that the protessor found out the correct answer. a) dropped 11. Why don't they b) cast c) threw d) flung

.............
10. Malcolm had to stay in prison until the trial came to a definite end. Onlyafter

their attention on scrutinizing the evidence instead

ot questionning the passers-by? a) attract b) devote c) tocus d) draw

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12. The Wilsons have lound it terribly hard to make they both lost their jobs. a) ends b) strings c) coins d) limits

meet ever since

~~~}/c;;*J~;;~\!,)'(i;~J~ifl~i~~
J.Replace each italicized word with a synonymous one. Vocational education has always been closely related (1) to the character ol a society, the importance it attaches to work and the social values respected (2) by the members ol its competence lram (4)

13. At lirst, Mark thought it would be great to build his own ranch, but he was lorced to the idea when the bank relused to give him a loan. a) depart 14. Don't a) concern b) leave c) cease d) abandon

to phone Mrs Whitman, I've already talked to hero b) bother c) mind d) worry who could have broken

community. Its primary (3) goal is to teach the skilIs and a practical requisite lor different types ol employment. In the past, pralessions generations. The mastery were inherited

15. The neighbours said they hadn't got a

into our garage. a) clue b) view c) point d) hint

by descendants
by forefathers

ol lamilies

the older on to their

accomplished

(5) and passed

successors (6) in vocations like carpentry or weaving was incomparable poor level ol craftmanship in the era ol massive industrialization.

to the relatively

16. Just change your approach towards the assignment. The way you are dealing with it
now will certainly a) pass 17. The b) put c) get you nowhere. d) reach

In the 19th century were

traditional (7) skilIs achieved

atter many years ol rigorous

(8) apprenticeship

abandoned (9) giving way to the lactory system where experience-building

training was

boards in the staircase would always wake us up whenever

applied (10) directly on the job. Consequently, the number ol craftsmen (11) perlorming high-skilled manual work began to decrease (12) as they were gradually replaced by

somebody climbed up at night. a) screeching 18. We have to better in the luture. a) maintain b) endure c) persist d) outlive to his b) cracking c) raaring d) creaking

rnachinery and, linally, by perfectly precise (13) computers. This rapid computerization, however, has created a wide gap between those whose behind. Given

the hard times hoping that things will change lor the

knowledge ol modern technologies

is profound (14) and those who stilllag

that computers and their various uses are much more complicated it delinitely takes an equally intensive and elaborate training

than anvils or chisels, to educate good and

19. His parents have always wanted Phillip to set a good .......... younger brathers both at school and at home. a) lorm b) model c) pattern d) guidance

productive (15) workers nowadays.

1. a) accustomed 2. a) adored 3. a) rudimentary 4. a) Ilexibility

b) linked b) escalated b) unique b) praliciency b) associates b) pals b) ancestral b) exorbitant b) abstained b) injected b) artisans b) Iracture

c) composed c) rejoiced c) preliminary c) laculty c) lorebears c) predecessors c) lamiliar c) austere c) mishandled c)engaged c) merchants c) collapse

d) intervowen d) esteemed d) exclusive d) supremacy d) kinsmen d) heirs d) genealogical d) lerocious d) renounced d) disposed d) devotees d) dwindle

20. The international conlerence ol the Cardiological Association has been in Caira to discuss the revolutionary discovery ol doctor Gonzales lram Mexico. a) deployed b) collected c) mobilized d) summoned

5. a) peers 6. a) intermediaries 7. a) habitual 8. a) inlinite 9.a) repelled 10. a) administered 11. a) progenitors 12. a) submerge

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13. a) pivotal 14. a) erudite 15. a) efticient

b) candid b) customary b) adequate

c) accurate c) tortuitous c) laborious

d) valid d) judicious d) substantial

14. I think her """,""""""""""'"

(APT) tor toreseeing the tuture has been ignored tor

too long. Think about the mistortunes that could have been averted it someone had taken notice ot her predictions. 15. Why did you tell 50 many untrue stories about Janet? It was most

II. Put the words 1. The unexpected

in the correct

form.

(THINK) ot you to have don e it. (CANCEL) ot the tlight to Amsterdam has made III. Insert the correct prepositions.

the passengers teel uneasy. 2. We were told to take the necessary bites in the jungle. 3. The boss is rather (CONSIDER) to the workers' needs. He only 1. I tind it hard not to surrender icecream whenever I spend my time in the cate. (INSIST) on doing the sightseeing ot 2. Atter a three month training period Ce[ia gave up the nursing course the grounds ot having no vocation ot work. 3. Our position is the cast iron, no a panic among the crew members. 4. He shouldn't be invited by anyone it he cannot behave properly (DISPUTE). considerable hazard. I'm atraid this may lead to this kind the temptation ot having a chocolate (CAUTION) against insect AT FOR FROM IN OF ON TO WITH

seems to be interested in his own good. 4. One ot the tourists was so :

the old town square that a complete change ot the itinerary had to be made.

5.

(REGARD)

ot the rough sea and the awful climatic conditions, the

search tor the missing crew member was continued. 6. Unless we tind a proper way ot (STRONG)

retailer will be interested in purchasing our products. 7. I wouldn't say all the tacts he mentioned were For instance, it wasn't true that his parents had lived in Morocco. 8. To be honest wit h you, it was a very boring party. Vet, I did like the delicious (FRESH) that were being served by the hosts. 9. No other (RESIDE) area in the county can be proud ot such

company. 5. Who was the chairman's criticism directed other guy? 6.

troublesome solution. 7. The bank owner has been contlict with the accountants since he reterence to the waste disposal, I'd like to suggest a less Was it Nick or the

a good tiscal policy ot its administrators. 10. Next week, the Sunday mass will be held to victims ot the holocaust. (MEMORY) the

decided to lower their salaries. 8. I'd rather we didn't start at 5 a.m. Honestly speaking, I'm not usually

11.Havingto paythe monthly """""""""""""""

(CONTRIBUTE) t ;[25 was what the o

my best early in the morning. 9. Why is she so critical not a native speaker ot German? 10. Rap music and techno are popular older youths tend to go ................. rock. the one we spent our hoilday teenagers mostly whereas the my pronunciation? Doesn't she know I'm

club members used to complain about the most. 12. I remem ber uncle Dave as an unusually merry person. His supply ot jokes and tunny stories always seemed and night without stopping. 13. Mr Thomas is very .. tell you a lot about it. (KNOW) about tood processing. He can really (EXHAUST). He could te[1themall day

11. Doesn't this lovely place rem ind you in last year?

12. The plot in the book is rather simple. The poor parents dream about marrying their beautitul daughter a rich sheikh.

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13. Mark usually suffers ferry. 14. This year is the third the bank manageress. 15. I don 't smoke very often. I do it a month.

seasickness whenever he travels by ship or

V. Fili the gaps with the correct words. appearances emphasis basis tingers manner cakes hand thread case harm words deadline history world

succession that Susan has been appointed

occasion two ar three times

length

1. It was Neil Armstrong who went down in

IV. Rewrite the sentences meaning. using the given torms so that they retain their original stepped on the surface of the moon.

"

as the lirst man to have

2. There is much hope ol aur team winning the game, but we have to keep aur 1. The patient's condition is gradualiy improving. degrees. 2. The organizers disregarded the former president's presence at the ceremony. (notice) crossed. 3. You should buy the insurance just in to you during the expedition. 4. These laser printers are brand new. They selllike hot 5. Fortunately, only a few of us came to any 3. These two stamps aren't alike. (difference) '" ... ... ... .... 4. Perhaps, I wili spend this night in a hotel. (thinking) 7. We have been working to a strict
"""""'"

something wrong happens

when the bus coliided

with a tram. 6. I was moved to tears and my impressions were too powerful to put them into

as the building contractor Irom

Madrid wants this work to be finished by the 15th of December. 5. Betty didn't know Sony was Hanna's boyfriend.

(unaware)
8. Spare us the details of your story, please. Most ol us have lost the ol it anyway.

.............
6. 'You did make a big headway.' - she sa id to the student. The student
was

9. Judging by . truth is they hate one another. 10. Ali

, one eould say they live in perfeet harmony, but the

congratulated

7. We'li have to do with one tent and a few biscuits instead of a luxury hotel and lavish meals. (in place)

ol picture postcards were on displayand

I had a hard time ot

choosing the most suitable ones. 11. You needn't examine the witness so thoroughly, you'd better place more

8. I didn't discover there was a snake in the basket until I opened the lid. Not until 9. The results aren't satisfactory considering her long and rigorous training. ............. 10. Shannon doesn't think much of the book. (Iow)
..

on the suspect's claims. 12. What's the point of discussing such a minor problem at such great (account) "...

13. Safari huntings give an occasion to experienee both the beauty and the cruelty ot the Atrican wildlife at tirst . of this

14. It I am to form an opinion about your writing skilis on the

short story I must say you'li have to leam more beto re you make a good writer. 15. Parents may sometimes get alittle angry at their ehildren, but on most oecasions they think the "... of their offspring.

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." ./.

. ....,....,.

'..'"

.',"'."

11. a) stake 12. a) intused 13. a) attain

b) stag b) mingled b) manouevre b) deploying b) dismantling

c) stack c) abused c) elaborate c) planting c) dispersing

d) stab d) intruded d)succeed d) settling d) disturbing

,'f(~Ki~j'!it~~ii~}tJ\J;~:~~));~;~

I. Choose the words that best complete the sentences

The elementary means ot communicating

in the text.
(1)

14. a) situating 15. a) distracting

with other people is

"""""""""""""""

messages by voice. This tact is widely as a

(2) and we recognize the voice

II. Replace each italicized

(3) characterizing the identity ot a person. The array ot voices is (4) with the individual physical
,

verb or phrase with the correct form of a synonymous

phrasal verb. bring about keep up

put down to

immeasurable as no two are exactly similar. They can be nasal, resonant or shrill

producedin
the th roat. One possible

"""""""""""""""

(5) ot

come by (ook into

run into

cut out for order about

set about

draw back
pick out stand in for

get across pull through take out

(6) ot the art ot voice recognition is voice protiling used (7) court evidence in triais. Every with recorded interviews or casual utterances are

by police analysts as a method ot year thousands

"""""""""""""""

ot audiotapes

(8) to the purpose to help identity the probabie culprit. Specialists

with the voice investigation claim that people can (9) away by their accents, intlections or other voice attributes like pitch, intensity

1. Doctor Carter will be replacing doctor Smith in the matemity ward during September.
.. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . ...

dealing

themselves

2. You are supposed to select only those items which have at least two teatures in
common.
. . .. . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . .. . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . ...

and loudness. recordedsampleis usually""""""""""""""" A

and later transtormed into a pictorial recording program. Very trequently voice analysts have a the relevant intormation which may be other interfering sounds until they Thanktully,

(10) into electric impulses

which is processed by a computer (11) at deciphering (12) with background noise ar (13) the desired results.

3. Giving commands

to other people seems to run in his blood as he was a captain in

the army tor ten years.

, ...

these efforts help the police detect individuals who threaten their victims by
"""""""""""""""

phoneor intormaboutbomb

4. The heavy blow on the head left the Vietnamese tighter in a coma tor two weeks.
Happily, thanks to the best medical , care he

(14) or those who make offensive calls

recovered

trom

it. ...

(15) the peace ot decent citizens.

1. a) commuting 2. a) reassured 3. a) teature 4. a) consent 5. a) tendencies 6. a) operation 7. a) substantiating 8. a) used 9. a) give 10. a) retormed

b) discharging b) acknowledged b) matter b) accordance b) credentials b) handling b) tacilitating b) put b) turn b) exchanged

c) intorming c) declared c) token c)dependence c) assets c) implementation c) pledging c) employed c) prove c) adjusted

d) conveying d) reckoned d) label d)support d) properties d) treatment d) withstanding d) set d) tell d)converted

5. Try rubbing some citric acid into the cloth, that should remove the spots.
.. . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . .. . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .

6. I can't think ot any sensible reason tor which they should have withdrawn trom the arrangements.

...

...

... ... ..... .... ...

... ..... ....... .. ...

.. ...

...... ..... ....... ... ... ......

7. Frank was not suitable tor the job ot a policeman because ot his excitable character.
... .. .. ... . ... .. .. ... . ...... ... .. ... .. .. .. ... ... ... .... .. ... ..... .... ... . ... ... .. ...

8. Have the authorities tinished ., .,. .

examining
...

the cause ot the explosion yet! ... .. ... ... .. ... .. ... .. .... .... ...". ... tram the government.

9. It's impossible to live on the low unemployment

benetit

I receive

. . . .. . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . .. .. . .. . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .. . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . ...

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10. One ot the horses wasn't strong enough to maintain the swift pace and dropped back after the third lap.
.. , ...~i

7. Adam Collins was notorious tor making up the most unusual stories about his own lite. By these means, he also succeeded in promoting himselt to the top.
" ...........

11. Everybody attributed Mr Spark's success to his extraordinary cleverness at persuading people to entrust their money with him. . ... ... ... ... .., . ... ... ... .... ... .. ... ... ... ... ... ."""

8. We approached the hut and sawa very old man shelling nuts into a wicker basket.

,..................
9. There's much to your advantage it you can rely on your rich parents taking care ot you all the time. ........................... during yesterday's

12. I had no idea there were any photographs behind the chest. I tound them accidentally when I was tidying the room up.
""""""""""""""""""""""""""'"..........................................................

10. Unlike the last time, protessor Humpton was very sympathetic

meeting. ...........................
13. Many a change has been caused in the climate by the global warming.

................................................................................................................. 14. What's the good ot starting with the work so early! As tar as I am concerned, we
should begin next week.
, """"""""""""""""""""""""""""""""'"

11.Watch out! These flowers are very delicate and can be easily broken.
"""""'"

12. He is usually too proud and pleased people's successes. ...........................

with himseltto

ever take notice ot any other

15. It's unbelievable how the new lecturer can explain his ideas. Attending his classes is sheer tun.

13. Robert claims he is not gui/ty and that it was some other boy who stole the bicycle.

.................
14. A large amount ot expensive building materials have been donated by the private supporters tor the construction ot the health centre. 15. Was laziness the only reason tor which you gave up painting the parch? ,

... III. Replace each italicized phrase or adjective with a synonymous one.

....
conceited innocent substantial congenial discreditable midget wealthy elaborate sen ile weird fragile sole zealous IV. Rewrite the sentences using the given forms so that they retain their original meaning. 1. Shouldn't she be going home now? Isn't it 2. aur grandtather cannot hear well because ot his old age. (hard) instantaneous vicious

1. The twa prisoners knew that however caretully prepared their plan was they wouldn't
manage to escape trom the jail. .. """"""""""

2. W e received a quick response to our appeal tor he!p trom most ot the charity organizations in the worid. ........................... 3. 1don 't think 1will ever torgive Danny his crueltreatment ot my children.

3. What does the abbreviation YMCA mean? for? .... 4. His mood began to improve as soon as he drank a glass ot wine. Scarcely 5. Isn't there anyone to support my point ot view? (take) Isn't there

........
4. There is a very smali model ot a battleship inside the bottle. 5. Not until I met him did I know he was so passionate an animai lover.
......

6. Behaviour ot this kind is bringing a lot ot shame to the Crown and should be accounted tor as quickly as possible. ...........................

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6. Pat let me copy her homework. Otherwise I would have been reprimanded. Hadn't ....................................................................................

9. According to the captain, his special units can take an immediate action against terrorists should such a need a) arise b) originate c)evoke d)experience

7. Why did you worry so much? I told you I was sate with Carol.

You needn't
8. There are a lot ot mushrooms in this thick pine torest.
. .. . . . . . . . . . . .

10. To his own great ................... method ot bulimia treatment.

, protessor Howard has discovered a new

(abounds)
a) reputation 11. We were b) name " c) tame d) credit by the officers' decision to divert the whole traffic trom

9. Do you think they willlet me have a look at the research tindings?

(cast)

the main route.

?
1O. This place has been unoccuppied tor tifty years. It's fitty years

a) ram bied

b) baffled

c) stumbled

d) shuffled

12. Something began to go ...... scientists were torced to retire. a) wrong b) stale c) iii

wit h the experiment when the two

d) taulty off by the assassination ot

V. Choose the correct answer.

1. Almost one hundred people have died as a direct result ot tood the capita!. a) lacking 2. It was Tony who drunk in the end. a) endu red b) kept c) persisted d) maintained b) tamine c) desire d) shortage in

13. The book says that the revolution was the state govemor. a) launched b) cropped c) triggered

d) prompted myselt to the

14. I was awfully tired. However, I made up my mind to tedious task once again. a) involve b) absorb c) engross d) apply in as king tor another glass ot brandy and got

15. Seldom do es she retuse to do her triends a good occasion she was too busy to pay attention to other people's problems. a) assistance 16. It was c) accounted b) tum c) aid d) backing

,but on that

3. What is the verdict ot the report! Has the cause ot the catastrophy been vet? a) specitied b) intormed

trom the new minister to introduce more changes in the

d) judged
toreign policy. a) expected
".

4. I don't need any medicine. I'm as right as ............. a) clouds b) a ray c) rain d) a haze touching it.

b) hoped

c) believed

d) awaited
"

17. Betore we set out on the excursion, we were

with sandwiches

5. Betty says she cannot stand looking at the rat,

a) even so b) let alone c) what it 6. Anything he does is in suggested him tor the post. a) compliance b) obedience

and some hot tea in a thermos tlask by the owners ot the hostel. a) distributed b) provided e) granted d) assigned in him since he

d) as far as

" wit h the law and that's why I have d) responsibility trom the one you wore

18. Let's not buy anything trom this man. I've lost my mentioned something about an illegal pass port. a) certainty b) assurance c) contidence d) respect

c) commitment

7. Why don 't you put on a red tie as much last time? a) other 8. Beyond all a) tail b) conclusion b) various c) apart d) different

19. Only those who have scored more than a hundred points will be a pri~e. a) attributed b) supplied d) awarded to be paid tor releasing the

c) devised

, it was Alice who gave away our secrets. c) dispute d) contradiction

20. The hijackers have demanded a civilian hostages tram the piane. a) currency b) revenue c) deposit

d) ransom

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13. a) seareh

b)ehase b) ehallenging b) pitlall

e) lookout e) rousing e) snare

d) survey d) plaguing d) trap

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I. Choose the words that best complete the sentences in the text.

14. a) eontronting 15. a) lure

II. Put the words

in the correct

form.

A worrying question whieh

(1) global attention is severe overpopulation 1. Mr Edwards developed his interest in playing the violin in his (BOY) years. 2. That bieyele laeks a tew spokes in the wheels, but I think you can ignore such a minor
,,""""""""""""""

and its drastie effeets in the eountries ot the Third World. In regions where the birth
"""""""""""""""

(2) is extermely high, poverty and starvation

is (4) ot thirty tive intants

are
being

"""""""""""""""

(3). In India, there

born every minute,

yet the most shoeking

enormous num ber ot the vietims

(5) are those whieh

ot tamine in eertain
"""""""""""""""

""""""""""""""'"

(6) the
Communities

(SHORT) and buy it at the low cost offered. (PASS) caught by the guards today intruding into

Atriean

territories.

3. He is the third the no-entry territory.

afflieted with aeute destitution are additionally

(7) with illiteraey, lite in

appalling eonditions and inteetious diseases

(9) populations.
"""""""""""""""

(8) the
tor these

"""""""""""""'"

4. Altred's irrational reactions may result trom the inadequate or (BRING) that he was given by his toster parents.

.........

There

is an urgent

need

problem s to

be solved

(10) they might eontinue bringing about innumerable worries upon the
(11) desperate erowds ot

5. Everything they did was illegal as they hadn't reeeived any official (AUTHOR) tor excavating this land. ...................... (SELF) given that his

affluent soeieties around the world. Unless measures are taken to the suffering ot the impoverished underdeveloped nations,

6. There's no logical accounting tor Malcolm's

immigrants will

(12) in tlooding the rieher states in .............................. (14) task tor the international

brothers and sisters are really generous and considerate. 7. Only one witness ot the accident was (RESPOND) to the

(13) ot a brighter tuture. It's the most """""""""""""""

giants nowadays to help the poor populations get out ot the poverty (15).

detective's inquiry. The others retused to give any answers at alI. 8. You are not a age. (TEEN) any longer, so you'd better start acting your

1. a) insists 2. a) amount 3. a) protuse 4. a) a ratio 5. a) tigures 6. a) appear 7. a) eontlieted 8. a) deeimating 9. a) ingenious 10. a) that 11. a) diseard 12. a) linger

b) wishes b) quota b) rite b) a measure b) digits b) reter b) eneountered b) enumerating b) insidious b) else b) vanish b) maintain

e) requires e) num ber e) generous e) an average e) seores e) indieate e) eontronted e) diseounting e) indigenous e)so e) evaporate e) persist

d) asks d) rate d) predominant d) a proportion d) totals d) eomprise d) ineonvenieneed d) outnumbering d) ingenuous d) it d)ease d) remain

9. Because ot a sudden tall in temperature the trozen that ali the morning tlights had to be cancelled. 10. The general's early (ARRIVE)

(RUN) were so

took us all by surprise as we knew

he was notorious tor always com ing late. 11. Don't take seriously anything Dorothy says, she's ot eight. 12. Our department won't operate in a proper way as long as there's a (SCARCE) 13. Stanley is an in the tactoryand 14. An ot well-trained engineers. " (INDUSTRY) eharacter. He likes working hard both (MERE) a ehild

in his private workshop. "... (ALLOW) ot [100 has been granted to the poorer students tor

purehasing books and other neeessary aeeessories.

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15. The route we had chosen couldn't have been more There were tropical forests and rivers with alligators all around us. III. Insert the correct prepositions.

(PERIL).

IV. Rewrite the meaning.

sentences

using the given forms so that they retain their original

1. We didn't go sunbathing very often during our hoJidays in ItaJy. Rarely """"""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""" IN OF ON TO UNDER WITH

BY

FOR

FROM

2. They haven't spoken to each other since they quarrelled in April. cash

(speaking

terms)

1. I thought paying in som e of the luxury hoteis.

cheque was preferable

3. Apart from a few minor mistakes, you did a good job on the whole. By and.............................................................................. 4. It is possible that he will pull through very soon. (chance)
expectation

2. It's usually difficult to establish Patrick's whereabouts. He's constantly the move. 3. After lunch, we ali would sit in front of the television of our favourite TV series. 4. Stop smoking and give up fatty food just health. 5. The director went mad rehearsal on Friday. 6. Several representatives were opposed the government's the couple who didn't come for the dress the sake of your own

There
5. Linda is stilJ single.

......

as yet. 6. Was it necessary for you to spend so much time in the library? Did 7. Were Mike not so affluent a man, Ann wouldn't be dating him. But ............................................................................ 8. Why shouldn't she be given the benefit of the doubt? .?

resolutions, which led to a bitter dispute in the Parliamenl. 7. The longer you boil the meat, the more tender it gets. I know that my own experience. 8. 'Has the captain disembarked yet?' 'Oh no, he is still 9. These pocket-size computer games seem to be ...... children nowadays. 10. Mike's been considerable pressure recently; his boss has obliged board.' favour with the

It's only natural 9. I hope they won't get offended with my remarks. good part.
10. We may come a bit late this evening. (likely)

him to do ali the accounts by the end ol this week. 11. Any failure to comply an instant dismissal. , the reguiations will result

V. Fili the gaps with the correct words. brink

butterflies making rush

cake neck terms

costs prey thumbs

12. II you give him more mOf)ey, he will certainly fin d it

".. use.

delight question wrong

13. It hasn't been decided yet who is going to represent our country in the international competition. The whole matter is still consideration. after having been

figure
record

14. The escaped hostage found it hard to get used to a normallife

deprived """""""""""""""

Ireedom so manyyears. for

1. I guess you are in the post office clerk.

. Mr Klein isn't a secret agent, but a simple

15. The police arrived immediately after the cali and caught the burglar the spol.

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t

2. George takes a real national championship 3. You'lI be risking your assistance. twice already.

in practicing snowboarding.

He has won the

(f.l~t~;;~~~;;~~~ffi~:J~j~I;~t;~
il you swim down the river without any

I. Write in the correct words.

4. Don't worry, I can repair the brakes within seconds, it's a piece ol tor me. 5. Seldom does Brian panic betore a performance, but yesterday he really got in his stomach. 6. I'd advise you to start earlier to avoid driving in the the city centre. 7. Although we warned our grandmother not to believe peddlers, she has tallen to their clever persuasion once again. 8. It's out ot the house. 9. Roger seems to be all a nail. 10. She was so much in love with the boy that she decided to make him stay at ali to me since he cannot even hammer tor tather to let us launch the rocket in tront ot the hour through

Haveyou ever givenany

(1) to the concept ot the protection ot our

(2) on aur sound existence? It may our wastetullite may

natural resources and the signiticance it -

e - - -

have been recognized by only a tew ot us what consequences

- - - d (3) to unless we undertake some proper

aur natural habitats supplies. and their key components

s (4) to conserve
soi I and water

- wildlite,

vegetation,

This question requires still more publicity, tor sure. Hardly ever do we how much effluent gets d
-

(5)

d (6) into water or how many tons ol

waste our populations can churn out daily. In our hectic lite, we seldom think ot the vast - r (7) ot waodlands,
-

including the rain torests, that get cleared every minute. We

-

aren't usually

c - - - - (8) ot the tact that the ozone

y
-

(9) is
-

being depleted due to the greenhouse

effect. How much do we know about the animai

-

species being on the

11. The prototype ot the robot is still in the to have it ready by next year. 12. The current report contirms that the white rhinoceros is on the extinction. 13. 'Don't you think Ann cut a tine right, she did look gorgeous in her white dress.' 14. We didn't get any advantage points over the other team s at the start. In tact, we were
-

(10) ot extinction? Lastly, who is to

(11)

. The designers promise

tor our abysmal ignorance? One possible response is the incredible intensity ot lite that we are living aJmost all the

ot

time. Statistically, an average couple has more to acquire in the 20th century than their - - c - - - s (12) did several decades ago

- educatian, the tinancial means tor

at the anniversary bali?'

'That's

securing the tamily with a tlat or a house, a car, a sterero and other variety ot rudimentary accessories that the civilized world has to offer and without which our earthly
x -

(13) seems unimaginable. Theretore, the answer is simple. It is

-

all treated on equal ........................ 15. What I'm go ing to say now is off the newspapers, please. , so don't quote me in your

ourse!ves that should tace the environmentthat we

-

r -

(14) ot devastating the natural

g - - - - - (15) trom, but tor which we don't give much

consideration in principle.

II. Put the words in the correct 1. Mrs Ribban is the best
years nowo

form. (TYP E) in aur office. She has typed tor ten

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"""""""""""""""

(PLACE) with

III. Add the suitable verbs to make the correct phrasal verbs.

a new artiticial one and the hopes are that the patient will get better soon. 3. The soldier's the Emperor himself. 4. We were within (STRIKE) distance ot reaching an agreement in that put us back to square one 1. We need your helping hand; otherwise we'II never (PIECE) ot start the engine. 2. I've made a promise to collect their children from the nursery school tomorrow and out how to (HERO) deeds during the war were acclaimed by catch leaf tum clear let use figure size vouch get split ward harp take wear

the dispute and it was only a minor misunderstanding again. 5. Pablo Picasso's pictures as well as many other

European painters have been put on display in the National Gallery. 6. The tighter's nose was """"""""""""""" he received trom the Brazilian champion. 7. countries. 8. You aren't a club member, and so the rules aren't you. 9. The exhibition ot the ancient artefacts that we saw in the art museum was (IMPRESS). 10. It's important that the criminals who assaulted the mayor's wite should be brought to (JUST) in the shortest possible time. 11. Nowhere in the whole for lawn than Mr Grey's one. 12. The a big faux pas. (OMIT) of the editor's name in the article was considered (NEIGHBOUR) will you see a better cared (APPL Y) to (CRUEL) to animals is a punishable offence in most civilized (BLOOO) heavily after the strong punch

I can't

out ot it nowo
us up judging by the

3. There's no doubt they have been trying to huge number ot questions they have asked so tar. 4. Hardly anyone could about. 5. 'Are you reading the magazine?' 'Oh, no I'm just

in what the Japanese speaker was talking

through it.' up the mystery

6. Oetective MeAlister was the only one capable of ot the kidnapping in Wolverhampton. 7. aur grandfather can Sometimes, we all get truly bored with it. 8. Get ready for the show, everybody. It's high time to

on his war experiences ali day round.

the fireworks

aft nowo 9. There's no more ink in the cartridge. It's been

10. Several drunken hooligans we re

up.
away from the stadium gates by

13. I'm atraid one committee won't be enough to investigate all the (GRIEF) of the dissatisfied clients. 14. It's ciear now that Robin is simply privileges. 15. Hadn't they been so (RESIST) to accepting our apologies, we 12. 'Do you think Robert is a good candidate for the job?' tor many years and I can complex questions.' 13. 'What made Alice and Richard a seemingly successtul marriage?' have got involved in.' 14. Roger had no problems wit h though he started school with a two month delay. 117 up with the other pupils even up after so many years ot 'Perhaps, it was a love affair one of them may 'Well, I have known the boy for his great capacity tor solving (ENVY) of ali his brother's the security officers. 11. At first, I telt a horrible pain in my throat, but now this unpleasant teeling is gradually aft.

would have reached a compromise a long time ago.

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15. Ideally, you should take these tablets twice in a day to turther risk ot catching a cold.

aft any

2. The secretary doesn't answer my phone as a I was tOGbusy to do it myself. a) normality b) principle c) regularity d) rule

, but yesterday

IV. Rewrite the sentences using the given forms so that they retain their original meaning. 1. I advise you to stop smoking cigarettes. (your shoes)

3. She was given the advantage over the other applicants because ot her attractive

a) look

b) vision

c) appearance

d) sight

...........
2. We didn't realize the girl was Polish until she started speaking with the other guests. On'y when 3. Nobody took any notice ot George's toolish jokes. (attention)

4. They did have a a) narraw b) fine c) near

escape. Their car stopped right at the river bank. d) slight doubt on our hoilday trip to Egypt. c) passed d) cast

5. aur father's sudden illness has a) dropped 6. However strict further riots in the streets. a) contrais 7.1 was unsuccessful attempt. b) measures c) discipline

b) borne

we took, we couldn't eliminate the risk of any

................
4. Andy is terribly bored with his new occupation. Andy finds 5. Take into account ali the possible hardships. (provisions)

d) regulations

fram taking another course in diving by my first

a) declined
. ........... ... .

b) averted

c) resisted

d) discouraged

8. Has it ever a few fake banknotes? a) occured 9. 'What's the sir.' (busy) a) running b) making b) reasoned

to you that there might be more to this matter than

6. I couldn't do anything but suspend the driver's licence. (no option)

.................

c) imagined rate tor this bungalow?'

d) considered 'It's ten thousand dollars,

7. There is no point in asking her out. She never go es out to restaurants. Il is useless

..............

8. The pratessor has been occupied with preparing the exam questions.

c) setting

d) going

10. You needn't have made extra copies of the booklet. We have got plenty to raund. 9. One ot my earrings is miss ing tram the box. An earring 10. Someone has proposed revising the case. (that) Il a) circulate b) spread c) go

d) suffice
more quickly than you may

11. Be careful with Tony, he can los e his ... expect him to. aj attitude b) vigour c) temper

d) personality on my

12. I can't do whatever I want because I am still tinancially

V. Choose the correct answer.

parents. a) determined b) subject c) reliant d) dependable

1. I know you don't like Ernest verymuch, him that he is a conscientious worker. a) return b) hand c) award

but stil I you have to

it to

13. 'Who took part in the celebration?' but a few.'

~Mr Wallace, Mrs Simmons and Frank Cox, to

d) admit

a) name

b)say

c) cali

d) state

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14. A good manager should be opinions at any time. a) feasible b) obtainable

to his or her staff for exchange of

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c) accessible d) possesive /. Replace each italicized word with a synonymous
The anxiety of many investigators one.

15. I hope you won't take ............... improvement a) hatred to be accepted. b) nerve c) offence

if I say that your project needs more

d) anger

has again been

aroused peak

(1) by reports

of the

16. He claims to be a professional stuntman, but his skilIs will have to be

Abominable cautious

(2) Snowman which was encountered somewhere aspiring to reach the

in the Himalaya region by

.
a) brought

to the test anyway. b) taken c) laid

an expedition of mountaineers

(3) of Mount Everest. This

d) put
that no more buses would

(4) creature which is also known as the Yeti made the poor explorers' hair stand

17. Several people opted for a taxi on the arrive that evening.

on end as it started to howl, grunt and whistle early at

daybreak

(5) while they were

sleeping soundly in their tents. The petrified men jumped out of their sleeping bags just to

a) belief

b) assumption

c) supposition

d) argument firearms and

see the monstrous

creature

rushing

towards (6) the forest. They had no doubts that

(7) and unique. Their amazement grew even

18. An instant investigation was launched after a bag . a load of cocaine was discovered by the sniffer dogs. a) composing b) involving c) embracing

what they had seen was most

bizarre

stronger when they examined the monster's gigantic footprints left in the snowo

d) comprising

Sir Michael Edmundsan was first to analyse this

- a distinguished

(8) expert on unexplained

phenomena,

who

19. It's unlikely he will ever find out how to operate the conveyor belt, but let him at least have at it. a) a move b) a go c) a trial d) an effort

intriguing (9) report, considers the occurrence an exceptional

(12) the Snowman in the place where it was spotted by creature

opportunity to elear up (10) the Yeti mystery once and for alI. He has already devised (11) a scheme to try to eapture

use of a system of complicated traps. Not that he intends to do the apprehensive

any harm or keep it in

20. Mr Thurnton was obliged to pay damages to his neighbours in .......... for the devastations his pet dogs made in their gardens. a) compensation b) reward c) penalty d) reparation

eaptivity (13) for his own good, but his objeetive

(14) is to prove

that disregarding the Yeti story as being a sheer deeeption misjudgement accepted by too many for too long.

(15) has been an unfortunate

1. a) dozed off 2. a) loathsome 3. a) climax 4. a) ghastly 5. a) dawn 6. a) having a go at 7. a) queer 8. a) evident 9. a) exasperating 10. a) unfold 11. a) enhanced 12. a) behold

b) spurred on b) ferocious b) ultimate b) wary b) twilight b) pulling ranks with b) ludicrous b) renowned b) surpassing b) exploit b) manipulated b) abduct

c) wiped out c) exquisite c) tip c) meek c) dusk c) going on at c) obscure c) creditable c) riveting c) ensure c) resolved c) ensnare

d) stirred up d) timid d) summit d) congenial d) onset d) making a dash for d) erroneous d) exemplary d) painstaking d) resh uffle d) contrived d) incur

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13. a) refuge 14. a) focus 15. a) jinx

b) detention b) scheme b) crux

c) solitude c) pivot c) hoax

d) locker d) goal d) flux

III. Insert the correct prepositions.

ABOUT

AT

BY

FOR

FROM

IN

OF

ON

WITH

II. Put the words in the correct form.

1. Remember, it's (VIS lON) to the naked

your own interest to pay your debls back the shortest possible time.

1. Thrips are tiny insects which are hardly eye. 2. I won der which party is going to put forward Mr Coxton's (CANDIDATE) in the next election.

2. The solicitor meets with his clienls oniy 3. Despile his strong craving

appointment. a cigarette John managed to avoid

smoking until he got out of the habit completely. (WARM) 4. Everyone considered July incapable amusing her guests longer

3. Does the thick fur of the polar bear give it enough ......... during the lon g frasty winter? 4. It wasn't elear who of the neighbours showed so strang a determination

Ihan a few minutes, but it soon turned out the girl was really funny. as lo 5. I can assure you I took a course maintenance job 6. Is your car still 7. We were warned to refrain character. (PERMIT) to cages. 8. He didn't know the subject well, but questions correctiy. 9. Cindy despairs seem to be very likely. 10. I'd rather you didn't order any fish for the second course. Haven't I told you about my dislike and any kind of seafood? ever seeing her boyfriend again, but it doesn't best, he could answer a few ease. offer or has it been bought by anyone? feeding the wild animals in their housekeeping and I can do the

(NOT E) the police of the argument the Browns had at home. 5. Some of you must have forgotten to leaving the house and therefore the fire broke out. 6. Abraham Lincoln is a (HISTORY) (CONNECT) the iran before

7. The local council officer has again denied giving any ..... the building company for occupying the land.

8. II is feared that this dreadful accident in the chemical plant may have severe (IMPL Y) for the natural enviranment in this region. 9. The boy's he was expelled fram school. 10. I insisl Robert be replaced by a more gifted speaker. His poor pranunciation his (MONOTONY) voice drive everybody crazy. (OBJECT) behaviour was the primary reason for which

11. Thanks to John's inventive mind we could build a chalet and feel safe Ihe heat.

11. Only one sailor fram Ihe missing boat has been rescued so far. The fate of the other crew members remains (KNOW). 'No, on Ihe contrary, it

12. I got up at six, started my work half an hour later and stayed there until five p.m wit h no free time " between. fault even though the facts

12. 'I guess you have spent a fortune on your holiday in Spain.' was absolutely 13. How could you have been so childish stories about ghosts in the cellar? (EXPENSE).'

13. We could only try and guess who was indicated Jim's guilt.

(REAL) as to believe Ronald's

14. I'm sorry to have crumpled your magazine. I didn't do it 15. You cannot deny she is clever, but why must she always be so boastful her achievements?

purpose.

14. The huge collection of golden coins stolen fram the museum last week was of (PRICE) value. 15. The discipline that you practice must be ralher that you get heavily bruised lime and again. (INJURY) seeing

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IV. Rewrite the sentences meaning.

using the given torms so that they retain their original

V. Fili the gaps with the correct words. breath bundle headway times

1. Maurice says he willnever memorize the poem.

crack order waste

cup ot tea sack weight

debt

heart.
2. Has anyone had any good ideas? (come up)

earth stroke

shoulder word

1. Throughout her life, Ms Pumpkin suffered from terrible loneliness. She didn't have

3. MrGreen is always punetual. (dead)

to ery on.

2. After a while the friendly meeting was disrupted by a noisy graup of youngsters whom 4. It's a shame you didn't keep your promise lo Helen. even the police couldn't cali to ...... 3. Your instructions seem to earry little themall the time. may be given the 5. lI's a evening. She never goes lo parties. . of time trying to persuade Sylvia to accompany us Ihis
with Ihe pupils who ignore

You ought
5. Remember that you are be ing eonslantly supervised.

4. When the new director takes over, the workers notorious for neglecling their duties

Bear
6. The new deal has intraduced many changes in the cooperation. Many a 7. As soon as he reeeived the message, he hurried to the hospital to see what had happened.

6. 'Ittook a long time until Mrs Johnson recovered fram the shock after her husband's
aceident.' 'Indeed, she was just a occured.' a break his promise. 9. Don't bother to invite Raymond to the maleh. Football isn't his 10. Be sure nol to run into any substantial. 11. She looksa bit behindthe .............. doesn't she? 12. Danny's aggressive attitude towards his cousin look my a while. Never before had I seen him aet the way he did. 13. If your son doesn't make any to a lower level group. 14. The plastic surgery must have cost the ......................... she looks younger. 15. Getting up at Ihe ot dawn doesn't appeal to me at ali, so I think 1'11 give up watehing the sunrise this time.
, but there's no denying

of nerves when the tragedy

No sooner
8. I held my breath for a long while beeause I was afraid they might diseover my presence. (Iest)

7. I don'l think he's good enough to defeat the Russian fighter. His lasI viclory was simply of good luck.
and he won't

8. Brian will never let you down, he's a man of his

9. My salary hasn't risen since January. There

as our bank account isn't too

in her long overcoat and a straw hat,

10. As he grew more impatient,he beeame more unruly. The more

away tor

in the next semester, he'lI be moved

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11. a) point

b)case b) benefit b) preventative b) ascertain b) tormented

c) matter c) appreciation c) immune c) resolve c) harassed

d) reason d) gain d) wary d) certify d) suppressed

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I. Choose the words that best complete the sentences in the text.

12. a) liking 13. a) irresistible 14. a) ensure 15. a) persecuted

For many people doing physical exercise may of the body. Therefore, there's usually something than putting we one's

(1) a painful torturing come up with that is II. Replace each italicized verb or phrase with the correct torm ot a synonymous phrasa( verb.

(2) bigger

importance

muscles

thraugh

their

(3). Unless we are forced to go in for a physical training, we are (4) to treat it as something of a lower (5) than (6) alcoholic in a cafe. We

staying in frant of the TV set, spending time in a pub beverages ar consuming excessive quantities of fattening confectionery
"""""""""""""""

cali up

come round to pull down set out

go oft put away take on

go up put ott tum out

hand over run away wear out

(ook back on run through

need to be considerably motivated to

(9) themselves to strenuous

(7) up a body workaut and build

(8) individuals from """"""""""""'" discomfort ar even the

aur physical fitness. What usually """""""""""""" exercise

is the fear of fatigue,

(10) of being outdane by true fitness zealots. However, getting fit is tully a exercise strength, may be of great flexibility and endurance. (11) ot com mon sense. Ditferent forms of (12) to the human body increasing When supported by a nutritious its

1. Mary isn't very wasteful with her income, she prefers to save same money for her studiesin Oxford. , ... . .. ..... .. ... .. ..., ... .. . .. . .. ... .. .. . ... .. . .. ... ..... ..... .. .. .... ... ...

diet, much better making an

2. At the age of seventeen Ronald was summoned by the army and stationed in Oklahoma. ,..................................... 3. It seemed highly suspicious that none of the guards noticed the inmates escaping fram their cells. ... ., ... ...,.. .. .. .. .,... .. ... ... ., .. .. .. ... .. ... . .... .... ... ... ... ..,. .. ... aur trading

penormance

ot the heart and the lungs improves

the blood circulation

"""""""""""""""

individual more resistant to stressful situations as well as more

to infections and diseases. In the first place, self-discipline

(13)

that is requisite for proceeding with such physical effort

ought to be attained to and more vigorous isn't

1. a) incorporate 2. a) in 3.a)paces 4. a) tended 5. a) superiority 6. a) smacking 7. a) take 8. a) rejects 9. a) committing 10. a) hindrances

""""""""""""""" """""""""""""""

(14) that the intention of becoming healthier (15) by any trivial impediments.
c) administer c) at c) labours c) affirmed c) advantage c) seething c) get c)opposes c) involving c) preventions

4. We are hoping the campaign will be successful partners.

ar eis e we'lllose

"................................................................................ b) entail b) with b)efforts b) implied b) privilege b) sipping b) put b) denies b) absorbing b) impairments d) correspond d) of d) burdens d) inclined d) priority d) sniffing d) make d) repeis d) engrossing d) inhibitions 5. I'm going to have those tables arranged in a horseshoe shape.

.....................
6. Another twenty well trained engineers have been employed to accelerate the design wark in the assembly department. ,................................................................................... 7. It's no use considering the past only. You'll be better off if you start thinking about your future.
. .. . .. .. .. . .. . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. . .. .. . .. .. .. .. . . .. .. .. .. .. . .. . .. .. .. .. . .. .. .. .. . .. . .. . .. . . . .. .. .. .. . . .. . .. .. . ...

8. Father says he's too exhausted after working the nightshift and he won't help us
prepare the barbecue.
. .. . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . ..

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9. This is the area where most of the decrepit buildings have been luxurious hoteis have been erected.

demolished

and the

6. 'How is your business, Jerry?' 'Oh, I can't say it's prosperous, but I can't complain about it, either.' .............................

,...................................... 10. Believe it or not, but the prices of the domestic cereal products have risen too much to be competitive with the imported ones. ................................................................................................................ 11. Dan, would you be so kind as to

7. Isn'titmost surprising the Monroes are getting divorced?

end/ess. .............................

""""""""'"

..........

8. The treasure hunters kept digging the ground for hours as if their strength

was

pass
..

9. Paul's funny jokes and stories turned the boring party into a success.
these tickets to Christine?

............ ... .... ......

10. How can he expect to win the gir/'s tavour if he can't get rid ot his disgusting habits?
..........

... ... ... ...

....

... ...

... ....

12. Unbelievable though it may sound, almost two thousand peop/e came to greet the pop
star at the airport.

.. 13. I only needed to mention the financial protits ot the venture and everybody

11. It's very

important

that the central processing unit be delivered by Monday.

changed
..
13. Unexpectedly,

..... 12.Judging by the wildlook in his eyes, he must be very irritated.

the sentence imposed on the traitor

their opinion about it.

.............................

was not severe, which by some

14. I'm sorry sir, but your appointment has been postponed

till next week.

was viewed as a dangerous precedent. 14. I can't believe Jimmy was unconcerned chief. .............................

.............................
when it came to appointing the editor-in-

. . . . . . . . .. . . .. .. . .. . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . ..

15. The whole business sounds too irrational to me to risk

wasting ali my /ite savings.

................................................................................................................
III. Replace each italicized phrase

15. It's more than cIearthat Steven has become attracted to Cynthia by her charming smiles.
,..

or adjective with a synonymous one.

erratic
inexhaustible thriving fi erce lenient unruly

apparent implausible repulsive

consequent indifferent startling

hilarious primary vital

IV.Rewrite the sentences meaning.

using the given forms 50 that they retain their original

1. He has refused to keep guard at night. (an objection)

..............
2. She tai led to get in touch with her solicitor. (manage)

1 . The major point of the debate that Iwatched on TV yesterday was how to cope with
the illegal immigration. "...................

...
3. I think 1'lIleave a note on the desk in case he needs my address. Should 4. I'm sorry sir, but the 5.30 train is late. schedule. 5. The headmaster didn't praise any students exept Jules. Jules

2. Everybody was expecting the orders trom the Headquarters and the fof/owing action
which was to take place. ............................. 3. A tew of the older campers were sent home after a week as they were disobedient.
.. .. . .. ... . .. .. . ..

4. He's rather too soon.

changeab/e

wit h his feelings and that's why we're atraid he won't marry ".......... 'If you want my opinion, it's totally beyond

5. 'Do you consider his excuse credible?' belief.' .............................

6. Have you decided whether to join our chess club or not? (mind)

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7. Angie suspects this man ot stealing her watch. Angie has ".........................
"

9. The Stetsons' son must be wit h his wild ideas. a) making b) developing

his family a lot of trouble and worry

8. There hasn't been such a scandal in our school before. This is 9. Isn't it high time you greased the hinges? (need)

c) providing
,

d) giving diet in lIaly.

10. Pasta in its various forms is the a) comrr.on 11. At lirst b) staple " c) usual

d) obvious

, you would say they were twins, but in reality, they didn't

10. I'm not certain, but there may be about twenty applications for the job. At a
V. Choose the correct answer.

even know each other. a) sighting 12. In the a) possibility fuli? b) look , b) lear c) glance d) view

of cold weather, remember to put on som e warm clothes. c) event

"

d) risk our attention to the mistake, the

13. II it hadn't been for Simon who 1. Why do you always ask me a tavour when 1have got my a) palms b) brains c) hands d) arms my professional career on the unsafe
..

laulty project would have received our acceptance. a) drew b) caught c) paid d) called

2. I wouldn't go so far as to enterprise. a) venture b) stake c) dare

14. Mr Douglas, Arthur's grandfather, is notorious lor his uncontrollable in gambling in Las Vegas. a) attraction 15. This training is a) aimed b) offered b) indulgence c) appreciation d) temptation

d) expose for the first two or three weeks as they want to

3. They said I'd be on """"" fin d out about my skilis. a) testing b) examination

at those who preler a heavy body workoul. c) intended d) focused

c) inspection

d) probation and got under way. d) hostage

..

16. Let me please questions. a) resume b) ease

my memory before I get down to answering the

4. We thanked the hosts for their generous a) hostility 5. It was " b) honesty c) hospitality

c) awake

d) relresh

to Mark that he'd better withdraw from the game in case

17. Of course, we don't need this dictionary at present, but in the long it may prove useful.

his knee injury got worse. a) argumented b) recommended c) insisted d) appealed

a) run

b) time

c) future

d) perspective in the beginning because I was the only person

6. Thousands ol newcomers imagine this place to be their El Dorado where they can easily make a a) plain 7. The silly gossip b) fresh " star1 in lile. c) clean d) lirst who

18. I was rather at a ol different origin. a) displeasure b) dislike

c) disadvantage
".

d) disinterest ol deleating the Auckland

to a panic among the private entrepreneurs

19. Last time, we were within a hair's

began cios ing their accounts in the National Bank. a) led b) prompted c) resulted d) aroused to the

team. I'm sure we'll beat them in the approaching season. a) breadth b) depth c) length
"

d) width , but English is delinitely out ol this

8. The authorities probably want to be tough and won't hijackers' absurd demands. a) abandon b) resign c) yield d)collapse

20. There are languages hard to group. a) accomplish b) master

c) educate

d) conceive

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7. a) in lieu of 8. a) evicted 9. a) intermingled

I. Choose the words that best complete the sentences in the text. The problem s ot racial minorities one group or another (2) to (1) the headlines occasionally when
"""""""""""""""

b) in the way of b) ousted b) exchanged b) nicknamed b) typify b) displayed b) acclaim b) vanished b) heredity

c) by dint of c) removed c) intertwined c) presupposed c) relate c) ingrained c) worship c) annihilated c) remnant

d) for the sake of d) deprived d) incorporated d) classified d) sport d) defaced d) commitment d) eradicated d) heirloom

1Q.a) decided 11.a) divulge 12.a) embodied 13.a) esteem 14.a) extinguished 15.a) legacy
(3) their protests

against the oppressive treatment ot their authorities. The native Indians have been living within the ".. (4) ot their reserves, the Australian Aborigines have a hard (5) ot integrating with the descendants ot the European colonizers and the African Movement keeps discrimination (6) its war against the concealed racial

in America. There are also cultures and nations whose heritage and history (7) chronicles and museums. Vast num bers ot have been slaughtered then,
"

II. Put the words

in the correct

form.

has only remained alive indigenous populations acquisitive colonizers, Many of them have (10) 'non-existent'. One example of such a community

by merciless

invaders or persecuted

by

1. The terrified lady was asked to give a detailed the attacker.

(DESCRIBE)

of

(8) of their lands, rights and properties. their oppressors to be finally

(9) with

2. Within the last two decades the computer has become the most
(DISPENSE) piece of equipment in the office.

is represented

by the Ainu people - the original existence was ruined by an

3. This definition is too long and too complex to be tulI. 4. Don't enter the enclosed area, it's 5. Several guests have expressed their profound the faulty air-conditioning 6. My new car is very petroi per one hundred kilometres. in their rooms. (ECONOMY).

(MEMORY)

in

inhabitants of the Japanese Archipelago whose independent extremely possessed rapid assimilation very distinct

with the Japanese culture. The Ainu are believed to have from those that (11) the

(LEGAL) .
(SATISFY) with

characteristics

Japanese people. Theirs was a light complexion

and thick wavy hair as well as a totally

"""""""""""""""

isolated language. They adored many spirits

phenomena

(12) by natural (13) for

like animals, plants or climatic forces. Once a year they would sacrifice a
"

It only uses four litres of

bear cub at a religious festival which was a sign ot reverent

the gods. Now, they are claimed to be no longer existent in their pure form. By similar means, dozens of other cultures have only a trait of their have absorbed them.
"""""""""""""""

7. The announcement says that excellent credentials and a good knowledge of French
are 8. Excuse me, what is the abroad? 9. Their trading couldn't have been very (PROFIT) otherwise they (REQUIRE) for obtaining this job. (POST) for sending a six kilogram parcel

(14) leaving behind

(15) imprinted in the character of the societies that

1. a) fili 2. a) pursues 3. a) place 4. a) boundaries 5. a) moment 6. a) deploying

b) get b) resolves b) stage b) realms b) spell b) engaging

c) make c) undergoes c) assure c) margins c) while c) waging

d) write d) embarks d) expose d) zones d) time d) tackiing

wouldn't have closed the firm down so quickly. 10. First, he retused to let us in, but on second would be welcome. 11. This summer my family is going on a America with one of the best travel agencies. 12. According to the cardiologists his heart defect is may live with it until he is hundred. (CURE), yet he (PACK) holiday in South (THINK) he said we

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13. There is no 14. You needn't treat my case as

(ADMIT) to the museum on Mondays. (URGE). I can wait. (INVEST) in the

14. Her function in the unit isn't essential, but wouldn't manage without hero 15. 80th the testimonies

the other hand, we

15. Are you sure it's a go od idea to make an company shares?

are completely different. I'm atraid we are in tor a lot ot trouble to the right.

establish which ot the witnesses is IV. Rewrite the sentences meaning. FOR IN OF ON UNDER

III. Insert the correct

prepositions.

using the given forms so that they retain their original

AT

BY

1. We would not be able to prepare the show without the money trom our sponsors.

Were it
1. Irrespective missing chi/d was continued. The dead'ine 2. Alice didn't know I wou/d be spending the afternoon in the reading room. We only met there 3. The poor parents were hospital. 4. George has promised to instruct us he's in town. 5. No wonder she bungled the test as she was her mother's death. 6. Your exceptional sense ot duty is surely a teature to be praised 7. Arnold was ordered to dispose the most important items. 8. She doesn't need to be encouraged to try the Chinese menu. In tact, she's got a welldeveloped liking 9. I'd say his outlook any interest any kind ot exotic cuisine. lite is rather strange. He doesn't work or take establishing a tamily. 9. Hurry up or e/s9 we wil! miss the train. (move) Get tavour ot the Republican 10. Celia had no other alternative but take a huge /oan trom the bank. 8. She hasn't spoken much since the accident. UWe his heavy luggage and take on/y so much strain after The politica' situation 6. We don't ever have time to play with the children in the afternoon. Never 7. Certainly, Frank isn't the only person capable ot translating the book into Polish any means. operating the system when chance. tenterhooks expecting the news trom 4. She demands that the garden should be weeded now. (insistent)
... . " .

the poor weather conditions the search tor the

2. Your essays should be submitted by the 30th ot June.

3. I'm very sorry sir, but al! the places have been booked. left.

5. They say that the po/itical situation in this region is changing.

10. Everything should be ready by nowo The presidential piane may be landing any moment. 11. It looks as it they al! have been

candidate tor a long time. Iwonder what makes them cherish him so much. 12. I'm very sorry Nick, but you cannot watch the tilm. You are stil! age. 13. It's not sensible to think that al! offenders are devoid human

The onty

teelings. Som e ot them turn out to be very sensitive people it you get to know them better.

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V. Fili the gaps with the correct words.

bush mouth respects

chest neck

fingertips pieces sun

footsteps pinch while

hang resort word Most ot us would s (1) ghost stories as children's stuft or even as a
I. Write in the correct words.

stride

1. The Duch baroness will be arriving tor a visit to pay her Oueen.

to the

laughing - - - t - -

(2). Still, there are those who would give their right arm claiming b - - - -

that they have seen a ghost or even been able to in the mission and he

(3) messages trom the

2. He says he isn't atraid ot risking his own

won't give it up.

"""""""""""

deceasedspirit. There is no sufficient evidence to

but they cannot be disregarded, either. The researchers hoping to - - r - - -

p - - - (4) such accounts,

3. It you tind it hard to solve a mathematical problem on your own, you can always have to the computer program which calculates everything pertectly. 4. Well, I cannot really give you any proot ot my correctness at the present moment, so you have to take my 5. Get the load oft your """"""""""""""" moping about loke this all day round. 6. Sure/y, there's no question about motoring that he cannot answer. Now that he has received his driving licence, he's got all the knowledge at his . tor it and believe that I'm right. and tell us what the matter is instead ot

(5) the mysterious supernatural

phenomena

believe that spirits can be - - v - - -

d (6) into several groups. Now and then, there

-

are spectres which are visible tor a tew seconds and then
so that their apparition cannot be examined thoroughly.
-

(7) into thin air ot a spirit is

Another
-

torm

represented by the boisterous poltergeists that h appear in with their noisy activity. The p
-

(8) the places that they

(9) ot a poltergeist can easily

be recognized by a mysterious knocking on the doors, objects being thrown about or eerie muftled utterances. The most intimidating
-

7. Eddie is tamous tor playing tricks on everybody, so be caretui not to believe everything he says. Rather take it with a """"""""""""""" ot salt. 8. Ali that effort in preparing the supper wasn't worth my My in

of all spirits is its evil torm - a demon. It is

believed that demons have a peoples' lives mostly in

-

c - - - (10) tor exerting an intluence upon

(11) ot possessing their souls and torcing them to

husband came back late trom work and the children had taken cheeseburgers a snackbar. 9. 'What's wron g wit h the umbrelIa?' as I tried to open it.' 'No idea, Jack. It simply tell to """"""""""""""

perform evil d

s (12).
h (13) ot dealing with such petritying phenomena have

Exorcisms as a

been practiced since primeval times. The rituals have developed

in multiple cultures to

10. Don't worry, we'II find a new gardener soon. Mr Bradbury isn't the only person under

help

x - - - (14) the evil torce trom the possessed individuals or places.

occurrences ot spectres
-

the """""""""""""""

whocanlookafterplants.
""""""""""""""" .

At present,

ot tamous

or intamous

characters

showing

up

11. Arthur's excitement at horseracing doesn't surprise me in the least. His father was

occasionally in difterent places are

when the place is as extraordinary

p - - - - d (15) by newspapers, especially

a tamous jockey and the boy seems to be tollowing in his

12. His complaining really put me oft my on my work again. 13. Stop beating about the """""""""""""'",

as the White House where the spirit ot Abraham

and I couldn't concentrate

Lincoln is said to roam with an enigmatic smile on its immaterial tace. II. Put the words in the correct form. 1. Look at those heavy clouds, there is little up by tomorrow. 2. His lite was ot great rich actor in his early teens. (PROS PER) as he became an immensely (LlKE) that it will clear

and tell us straight torward what you want. trom one staff

14. The sensational news was passed by word ot member to another.

15. In the beginning, operating the panel was a bit troublesome for Michael. It took him a month to tully get the ot it .

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3. Nobody takes kindly to Mike's arrogant behaviour, especially, to his

(OFFEND) 4. Try being as remarks. (SYMPATHY) as possible considering that Mrs

III. Add the suitable verbs to make the correct phrasal verbs.

back 'and

catch 'ook stick

do point take

ta II pry tell

keep put tum

Harkley has suffered trom great misery recent/y. 5. I cannot think why the experts have questioned the .............. ot the document claiming that it had been taked. 6. John can't speak English pertectly, but you have to make an (ALLOW) tor the tact that he had spent his childhood in Sweden. say there's no need to be worried, yet the rumour about the (ANXIOUS) among (AUTHENTIC)

stay

1. Our team counted on the tinancial support ot the local council, but they have ..." out ot their promises leaving us wit h no assistance.

7. The management

2. The sugar bags have been left at home and I'm atraid we'lI have to
"

decrease in wag es has caused considerable the shipyard workers.

without them during the weekend. in and sleep until next afternoon. back the into our

3. The moment I return, home 1'11 (SA TISFY) amount ot the

8. We have decided to quit our cooperation with the Derby wholesaler because ot their constant inability to supply the ordered goods. 9. I've come under a lot ot take three exams next month. 10. The smali partisan unit was (HELP) in the tace ot the bigger and (PRESS) latelyas the dean wants me to

4. He didn't tell us the whole story, I guess. He must have most intriguing part ot it. 5. What invariably makes us angry at Sally is her constant private matters whenever she comes tor a visit. 6. Sa tar, I haven't had time to choose the best ones tor printing. 7. You shouldn't be smoking a cigarette in the waiting room.

through all these photographs and it out

better armed invader, and so they surrendered without a tighL 11. I'm sorry madam, but your letter ot (COMPLAIN) hasn't been

now or go outside the building. 8. I've told them a hundred times I've got no experience in wallpapering. me with this job anyway. 9. Because ot his serious knee damage aur son has .......... school tor twelve days nowo 10. The astronauts had taken part in a press conterence betore their rocket Yet, they have

dealt with as yet. Would you kindly return in a tew days, please?

12.Theboyshouldbegivenan

"""""""""""""""

(EXAMPLE) punishment so that the

rest be atraid ot harrasing the other little children in the tuture. 13. Whether there's lite in the other galaxies seems to be an (ANSWER) question. 'I guess it's a

away tram

14. 'What do you cali somebody dealing with physics?' (PHYSICS).' 15. The (D!SASTER)

oft. 11. Could you out the major differences between these two theories,

torce ot the tornado sweeping through the

Mr Rooney? 12. One ot the neighbours got nervous and radio too loudly. 13.lt affectionately out a mile that Myra is in love with Brian. Just consider how she smiles at him. out about such a trivial Simon aft tor playing the

coastal area is tOGpowertul to be countered.

14. Stop the quarrel naw. There is no point in matter.

15. The bell-bottoms were very popular in the 70's, but it's unlikely they will ever on again. 138 139

IV. Rewrite the sentences meaning.

using the given forms so that they retain their original

3. We were shocked when we discovered that our foreman betrayed us and

."

withthe management inthe dispute.

c) supported d) aided , but the seismologists suspect it c) exhausted d) expelled in

1. If you hope to be a good driver, you mustn't break the tralfic regulations.
,............

(abide)

a) sided b) approached 4. It's believed that the volcano is might erupt one day. a) extinguished b) extinct

2. I don't agree with the conclusions you have put forward. (along with)

3. Ifyou don't get down to wark, you won't be able to pass the entrance exam. (otherwise) ................ 4. Can Mr Bailey deliver the letters by tomorrow? Is it 5. Alfred put on his raincoat because he didn't want to get soaked. For fear 6. Did she use her spare time in a good way? (make)

5. The tirst convention of the Congress of Racial Equality was 1942. a) delivered b) enacted c) performed d) held

6. Don't you think it's about time you changed the washer in the .. a) drooping b) dripping c) dropping d) dipping

tap?

7. The findings ot the report read that by the year 2008 famine in the Third World countries willhave reached epidemic a) ratio b) proportions c) spread d) range

8. I haven't established vet how the alfair broke out, but I'm going to get to the very
"""""""""""""""

ot it.
b) ground c) basis d) threshold

7. Where is the annual meeting being organized? place? 8. ft is more than pro babie that they have had problems with their car. In aU 9. She was warned firmly not to use the faulty oven, but she still kept doing so. Even 10. It's hardly possible to reach the peak of the mountain on foot. It's nearly

a) bottom

9. She may still have a few fans in the world, but she is detinitely past her d) tortune right after the collapse

a) tame

b) abilities

c) prime

10. The majority of the political prisoners were of the repressive regime. a) removed 11. It """"""""""""""" a) comes b) dispatched c) evicted

d) released

without saying that Mr Abercrombie deserves the prize for his in the field of archaeology. c) is , b) tell d) goes o) means

imposing achievements

V. Choose the correct answer.

1. She may wark slower than the other employees, but in a conscientious worker. a) general b) whole c) least d) a rule the news, he would still refuse to

12. Is it possibie to

the twin brothers apart? c) distinguish d) see

she is

a) recognize a) slim

13. Our chances of com ing in time for the meeting are rather b) sparse c) tiny d) weak working at nighl. I'm atraid

2. No matter how we asked him to tell us anything.. a) launch b) clear c) notify d) break

14. Getting everything ready by tomorrow nobody willagree to stay after hours. a) obliges b) implements c) entails

d) indicates

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15. You are under no random. a) must b) necessity

to check every passenger. You can do it at

\S~~~~I":~~c~}tf/}~~}IEf~(~~
c) obligation d) duty ol

~ 't:

16. It was the solicitor who persuaded me to make a clean everything in the court. a) head b) tongue c) breast d) heart

1<

I. Choose the words that best complete the sen ten ces in the text. Peoples' personalities no two alike. Our ingrained charaeteristics (1) considerably from one another as there are which are unparalleled (2) the patterns ol on ..............................

17. I have been looking lor the Iloppy disk lor a lew hours, but it seems to have vanished without a

aur behaviour, our reactions and temperaments b) ci ue c) spot d) trace (3) of the diversilied .." Same c) decline d) spare ol his """"""""'" " processes that (5) ol human development. (6) ol character

a) sign 18. We cannot

(4) our personality in the earliest may to some (7) be (8) our parents. Others may and infaney in

the rules and let them go unpunished as their offence

was tOG serious.

a) lean

b) bend

hereditary simulating the attributes that .."

19. Prolessor Wallace has been given a prestigious award in pioneering research in treating the AIDS patients. a) recognition b) evaluation c) respect d) credit

(9) lrom the conditions experieneed during pregnancy

"

this way rellecting the parents' approaeh towards Consequently, the environmental lactor

(10) their olispring. (11) a crucial role in

."

strengthening or eliminating certain behavioural systems making an individual more prone to

,,""""""""""""""

20. I think it was completely thoughtless ol you to have turned your on the friends asking for your help. a) fist b) neck c) head d) back

(12) to the patterns that human personality

(13) a prize. (14) the most prolound and

Undoubtedly,

irreversible formation during the lirst period of its development, may still be eireumstanees and situations. (15) to considerable

yet, certain eharaeteristies by different

ehanges conditioned

1. a) distinguish 2. a) denote 3. a) account 4. a) mould 5. a) states 6. a) factors 7. a) scope 8. a) pertain 9. a) stem 10. a) breeding 11. a) makes 12. a) eomlort 13. a) yearn 14. a) underacts 15. a) practicable

b) converge b) resolve b) means b) design b) instants b) traits b) area b) reeognize b) relate b) rearing b)does b) pledge b) deserve b) undertakes b) leasible

c) vary c) inllict c) token c) conceive c) stages c) items c) extent c) assoeiate e) rise c) growing c) finds e) aquiesce c) wish c) undergoes c) subject

d) differentiate d) determine d) event d) fabricate d) terms d) breeds d) length d) identily d) lormulate d) yielding d) plays d)obey d) neeessitate d) underlies d) potential

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II. Put the words in the correct form. 1. Never belo re have I seen more in the mountainous region ol the Alps. (PICTURE) landscapes than here

III. Insert the correct

prepositions.

AT

BEHIND

BEYOND

FOR

IN

INTO

OF

ON

TO

WITH

2. Now that you have linished your studies, you can lee I absolutely (CAR E) being under no pressure any longer. 3. Mr Brown is the most ,... (RESPECT) member ol our organization,

1. I'm extremely pressed a lew pounds, please? 2. Mother insisted ........... the game.

moneythese

days. Could you len d me

having din ner belo re we carried on

which, I think, sometimes makes him a bit snobbish. 4. In Asian societies the lile most European countries. 5. 'Who owns this excellent shop?' (KEEP) here.' 6. The rock group has gained a lot ol lirst CD was recorded. 7. The waiter says that the tomato salad is more lish to any other one. 8. Do you have to leave or can you be ol ..,....... evening? 9. Jake has been reprimanded lor his inconsiderate breaking ol the (SAFE) regulations in the welding shop. 10. Sure, he will light till the end. He is the most character 1have ever known. 11. The heavy damage to the bone is will have to spend the rest ol his lile in a wheelchair. 12. 'As soon as I reach the lile.', said the minister. 13. She says she leels claustrophobic in her office as it isn't enough. 14. It is not the " (MAINTAIN) ol the residence that costs so much as (SPACE) , (RETIRE) age, 1will withdraw lrom political ,. (REPAIR). It's leared that he (PERS 1ST) (ASSIST) to me this (PREFER) with (POPULAR) ever since their 'I guess Mrs Ashley is the (EXPECT) period is shorter than in

3. It's a great pity that those beautiful birds are vulnerable

so much

harm. 4. Tom hasn't attended classes lor about two months and consequently he is rather with his lessons.
5. Don't expose this gas tin an explosion. 6. Must you always be so envious 7. Adam lelt really sick ............. him. 8. Seriously, I didn't have to pay free. 9. Your scheme may sound interesting only be checked 10.lt's " practice. any hope that the Italian champion will retain the title. theory, but its leasibility can the notebook, 1got it your cousin's toys? heart alter his girllriend had walked out open lire as it may result

Nobody's giving her any chan ces this year.

11. It was me who Cindy used to take

Vet, anyone, even me.

her conlidence.

this particular occasion she relused to reveal her secret to

12. It isn't so much latigue as lack ol commitment that makes you so inoperative. 13. We all sympathized lather's unexpected death. 14. Michael showed his disgust speak to anyone. 15. I know Pete's conduct was intolerable, but don't be too hard

linishing the task

Gloria when we had learned about her

the exorbitant taxes imposed by the tax office. 15. There is a (TEN D) among teenagers nowadays towards

the way he was treated by relusing to him.

spending more time in sports centres than they did a lew years earlier.

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IV. Rewrite the sen ten ces using the given torms so that they retain their original meaning. 1. Although I tried very hard, I couldn't convince Debbie to deliver a speech. Try 2. Nobody died in the accident. (no tatalities)
...

3. You must admit the organizers have gone to great tastes. 4. I wish I knew who let the known to everyone.

to cater tor all

out ot the bag and made the secret

5. The examiners were very satistied with Jim's vast knowledge ot the subject, and so he

passed the exam with tlying

(committed)

"""""""""""""""

6. It's a very tempting offer to buy a house on such easy 3. John has taken it upon himselt to look after the baby tomorrow.
................

, isn't it?

7. Don't worry about his health. He is as tit as a 8. Louis Pasteur broke new discovery ot the vaccine against rabies. out. 9. It's no use trying to persuade Cybil to give up the journey. She detinitely knows her in medicine with his revolutionary

4. The possibility ot any turther storms can't be excluded.

5. We never lost hope that the our missing son would return some day. At no time 6. Robert warned his wite pretty strongly, yet she retused to listen to his advice. No matter 7. She earns too little to afford to buy expensive cosmetics. She doesn't 8. Can the contlict be only solved by torce? Isn't there ...... 9. One ot the patients couldn't breathe properly. (short)

own

".

and she won't change the decision.

. Nobody suspected

10.The question arose completely out ot the """""""""""""""

there might be any overdue bills to pay. 11. Beyond a tront of the cinema. 12. 'Have any new tacts come to Hamburg?' 'Untortunately

ot a doubt, this is the man whom I saw kissing Cindy in

about the piane catastrophy in

not. There have been no reports as yet.' She buys her clothes off the

13. My wite never goes to a dress-maker. only.

14. You must have got hold ot the wrong end ot the tor the retorms, not against them.

. He sa id he was

10. I reported him to the police because I assumed he was guilty ot thett. (assumption)

15. Mrs Pooley is by all children and the staff like her a lot.

the nicest teacher in our school. Both the

...................
V. Fili the gaps with the correct words.

accounts ground mind

blue hair peg

cat horse shadow

colours lengths stick

tiddle light terms

1. Keep your

on even it the reporters keep accusing you ot Iying.

2. I don't like the presents they have given to me tor Christmas. But, as they say, never look a gitt in the mouth.

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p::,",:i1/':,,!!!,U' 'ih ',',i

"";:\!i;:!;~~~W;~ S.T",27",;/J"',;
";';' ','

9. a) entry 10. a) collaborate 11. a) foundations

b) admittance b) incorporate b) bases b) operation b) deputized b)deduced b) irrespective

c) access c) ally c) graunds c) activation e)exchanged c) reckoned c) exeept

d) exploitation d) integrate d) rudiments d) performance d) substituted d) appraised d) nonetheless

.;',",:,;,,;,,\;;,';'!'>~;:A",!; .

I. Choose the words that best complete the sentences in the text. Sad as it is, a soeial mispereeption communities, of the disabled is stil I

12. a) handling 13. a) replaced

(1) in many
,... (2).

14. a) measured 15. a) des pite

It is only in a few highly civilised states where the problems and needs ot

people with physical or mental incapacities are given the praper

In the remaining countries, the discrimination against the disabled is still practiced in many
,

(3) of social lite. As in the past, they are ignored, denounced

and

II. Replace each italicized verb or phrase with the correct form of a synonymous phrasal verb. dwell on make out track down fali off pick up tum out

forced to stay away tram the norma I com mu nity which, unfortunately, making any For decades, the ,.. (4) for its less fit members. , (5) and hearty part

isn't capable ot back down get round

run across

of every

society

has

bring up have on stand up to

crop up Jook to take to

(6) the disabled of their fundamental have been

,

rights as their job applications

(7) down, their active participation in business life has on

(9) to public transport. Equally little effort has been (10) with the able-bodied awareness thus laying that the

most convenience in

(8) been disallowed and there has been little concern for their
,

1. One of the boys fram my class objects to taking part in the performance and I don't really know how to persuade him.
, ...

made to hel p the disabled fulIy (11) for greater community handicapped have to wrestle with daily.

ot the drawbaeks

2. We were warned not to oppose the CEO's decisions or else we would be fired. and support in

There's an urgent need to offer the disabled more adequate assistance

,... ..., ... ...

,... ..,.. ... .,.. ... .., ... ..

.... .. ,

..., .. ..

.... ... .. .......

.....

their struggle for putting their basic rights into

is that the stereotyped
,

, the impaired

(12). The key principle individuals ought to be 3. The question was so delicate and prablematic that there was no body willing to mention it.
.. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. ' . . . . . . . . ' .. .

approach

towards

(13) for a more considerate

one. Another pressing matter is that the but society

"

disabled shouldn't be

"... (14) on the basis ot their handicap,

shouldratherfocus on praviding themwithcompleteacceptanee

ot any imperfeetions thus treating them as fully-fledged eitizens.

(15)

4. We invariably rely on Paul whenever giving a lift to the airport is the matter.
. .. ... ... ... . .. . . .. .., .. . .. . .. .., ... . .. . , , ... ... . .. . .. ..".. . .. .. .. .. ' .. . .. ... .. , .. .. , , , .. . , , ...

5. Your report deals too much with the side effects of the venture. Why not write more 1. a) infinite 2. a) relevance 3. a) ranges 4. a) accounts 5. a) hale 6. a) shelled 7. a) pulled 8. a) oeeassions b) universal b) consideration b) fractions b) pravisions b) vivid b)sneaked b) turned b) times c) abundant c) appraaeh c) realms c) measures c) tit c) seized c) passed e) instane es d) prevalent d) esteem d) areas d) concerns d) right d) stripped d) brought d) events about its good points, Mr Hewitt?
. . .. . . . . .. . .. . . . ' . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .. . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . , . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . .. . . ' . ..

6. This automobile manufacturer are exported.

produces about a thousand ears a year, half ot which

. . .. . . . . .. . .. . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .. . .. . . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..,

7. The visitors leaving for Dublin will be collected by a bus after breakfasl.
, "...,., , ...

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8. In the tace ot all these arguments I had to admit J was wrong.

".

5. I noticed that only some of the adolescents were not drunk when they entered the club. ""'" Hardly anyone can amuse crowds of

9. Even the extensive advertising campaign hasn't prevented the dem and for our printers
from

6. Mark's sense of humour is quite incomparabJe. people for tour hours without a pause.

decreasing.
"'"

..........................

7. Inhabitants

of the rural area have lived in

extreme/y

po ar conditions

ever since the

1O. 'She says she's going to be a medicine student.' deceiving

""""""""""""""""'

'Oh, don't believe hero She's

political conflicts destroyed the economy of this region.

..........................

you.'
"' '..

8. You are being funny, Ted. You won't convince me you have had an encounter with an extraterrestrial civilization. ..........................

11. I'd had no idea there were jewels hidden in my attic. I just found them comp/ete/y chance.

by

9. Hadn't the passengers of the capsized ferry been equipped with life jackets, the consequences of the catastrophy would have been very serious. .......................

.... .. .

... .. ... """'

... ....

.. ..

... ... ......

10. This brand new stereo set produces sounds of astonishing 11. Wait for the most suitab/e occasion
and tell Amanda about

quality. .......................
your affection.

12. Don't worry, he only pretends that he is such a strict teacher.

.. ... ... ... "" ... ... ... ... ...

o... 12. We have to tolerate his chi/dish acting as he is only nine. ..........................

13. After the two-hour search, the hunters decided to give up fo//owing the stags.
"""""""""""""""""""""""""""" '"

13. The identity of the attacker couldn't be established as the profile provided by the witness was not elear. "..........

14. We were convinced Patrick would get to like uncle Jerry the moment he met him.
"""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""' ...

14. Jackie says she is rather "... .......

worried about

the outcome of the operation.

15. There were a few minor difficulties in the beginning, but real problem s appeared it became clear my business partner had vanished with all the money.
""""""""0... O""""""""""""""""' o o.....................

when

15. It you were to choose the most di/igent student in your class, who would that be, Miss Oice? .......................... IV. Rewrite the sentences meaning. using the given forms so that they retain their original

III. Replace each italicized

phrase ar adjective

with a synonymous

one.

apprehensive destitute previous

appropriate facetious sober

comprehensive feasible tricky grave

conscientious 1. It was a pity nobody voted in favour of our party. juvenile vague I wished

staggering

unique

2. Why did Mary resign? (the reason) 1. Sherylwas complimented on her thorough knowledge of the subject and given the best marko .......................... 2. The world record set up by the farmer champion hasn't been broken so far. ..................... 3. To be honest with you, I have to say I have no experience in handling such comp/ex matters. .......................... 4. In the assistant's opinion the scheme is possib/e to be carried out. ..................... What
... ............ birthday in any circumstances.

3. You shouldn't forget about your grandmother's Under no

4. The whole truth didn't com e out until after the governor's death.

It wasn't
5. You are forbidden from leaving the house at night. Your question.

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6. How long have they been listening to this loud music? When 7. No sucH idea has ever occurred to me betore. (crossed) ... 8. If the weather is tine, we may go camping at the weekend. (permitting)
""""""""""'"

8. The inaccurate intormation flight to Chicago. a) misconducted 9. She doesn't a) claim b) impress b) mistired

us into thinking that it was a halt-price

c) misintormed

d) misled

to be an expert, but certainly she knows a lot. c) intorm d) argue lor membership c) permissible d) lega'
,

10. People under eighteen aren't a) viable 9. I'm sure it wasn't Barney who broke the mirror as he was outside all the time. It couldn't ,................................................................................... b) eligible

in this association.

11. He couldn't have been in his right

a) minds b) brains c) senses

saying that he can fly.

d) thoughts

10. Having replaced the t'at tyre with a new one, we went on driving to the countryside. After

12. You may think I am an old man, but I can assure you I am still strong. a) doing b) running c) making d) going me Irom work. d) disrupting yoursell to

we

V. Choose the correct answer.

1. Are you still bearing a about your singing? a) dislike b) grudge c) contempt d) scorn against Peter because ot his criticism

13. That constant noise Irom the children's room is a) distracting b) dis pers ing c) disturbing

14. As soon as you cross the army gates, you will have to the superiors' commands. a) abide b) devote c) submit d) comply

2. We took the most a) torward b) regular

route while travelling to Paris. 15. II you tell him he isn't a good musician, that will be nothing c) direct d) even ot the a humi'iation to him. a) less b) short c) more d) bigger

of

3. It isn't easy to obtain admission to this university, to say ................... costs you have to incur. a) but a tew 4. The poor man was b) only a little c) not so much d) nothing more

16. Mike's tendency towards forgetting things is a closest Iriends. a) continuing b) lasting c) constant d) standing ot everything after he was evicted tram the

joke among his

apartment and his properties were taken by the debt collector. a) removed b) possessed c) deprived d) acquired by her husband who left her with

17. 'When was your son made .... the unions had organized.' a) useless b) redundant c) unoccupied

'Oh, it was right after the strike

5. Mrs McCarthy was given a hard tour chi'dren to look after.

d) idle

a) problem turious. a) attention

b) worry

c) dea'

d) time

18. Don't push me into helping you in the garden nowo I'm complete'y and leellike having a short nap. b) worn ot! c) let out d) done in

6. Nobody took any ............... b) regard

ot his opinions, which, I guess, made him so a) lilled up 19. I'm led up with your constant interfering in my private lile. Why don't you

c) notice

d) recognition ot the

7. I said Ricardson, but I meant Richardson. It was just a tongue. a) slip b) mistake
c) fault d) lapse

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20. II the new law had been been a great dissatislaction a) accepted

b) admited

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5. One ot the local newspapers poured scorn on the reteree for his

f~~~i~~Ii~:t#t:\r~#\~!cs!j
I. Write in the correct words.

(PART) in the last game. The man was accused of favouring the home team. 6. It was impossible to read the pedestal inscription for it had been .................... (FACE) by some mindless vandal. 7. Due to numerous complaints from motorists the Transport Department has

It is the human factor that

t - - - - - - s (1) to the absolute majority of road

toll of fatalities each year. Other, less decisive,

administered funds for

(WIDE) the narrow streets in the town. (SPEAK) to

accidents which involve the tremendous

8. Don't expect her to conceal her emotions, she's too refrain trom telling what is on her mind.

causes are vehicle malfunctions or road shortcomings. Speeding motorists are misjudging the
-

n
-

(2) for tailing to give way at junctions,

9. It's only a three day stay in the hotel and I think we can ignore such smali (CONVENIENT) as the lack ot hot water or air-conditioning. (HEART) from

(3) on the road or being unable to accurately

m
who -

(4) the distance while overtaking the 'snailpacers' ahead.

t (5) behind the wheel after one glass through or two may be their impaired perception,

10. My husband is so depressed. He has been

Drinkers
-

continuing his research after his tindings were rejected by the experts. 11. 80th ot the fighting sides have agreed on a temporary to let the civilians safely leave the place. (ARM) just

n -

(6) the risk of causing

-

a tragedy

which is not so rare a

e (7), again.
-

Unfortunately, it is much simpler to

(8) the necessary alterations in

12. We are so proud ot your most

(CREDIT)

academic achievements

the traffic system than change the behavioural patterns ot drivers. There are voices that more severe disciplinary resolutions ought to be put into
-

that we have decided to take you on a trip to Australia. 13. This is the settle an overdue bill.
14. A dress

(9) if the

(REMINO)

I have received from the Electricity Board to

vehicle users are to benefit from greater security on the road. The idea of producing safe road users through pre-school parental instruction or through incorporating
I -

the safety

(HEAR) is the final practice in costumes before staging

regulations into the school curriculum has been widely - - communities and is expected to y - - - -

d (10) in many

a play in the theatre. 15. How can you account for Jack's I thought they were very close triends.
III. Insert the correct prepositions.

(11) the required results as the first step in them with the potential

(HOSTILE)

towards Morris?

bettering the qualitications

of the future drivers and acquainting

hazards that may

r - - - (12) en route.

II. Put the words in the correct form. AT 1. This tin contains caution. 2. Brian is thinking of becoming a world famous finishes his studies. 3. In my view, he is too must be able to take prompt decisions. 4. The poet's to pay their last respects. (BURY) attracted hundreds of his admirers who came (DECIDE) to be accepted. A good broker (SCHOOL) after he (POISON) gas and it should be handled wit h 1. Never betore have I been more reliant lon g stay in hospital. 2. Joan kept herself busy ....................... problems. 3. It's a considerable risk placing so much trust of its shares hasn't been the firm. The value the increase for five weeks nowo a lot of housework just to forget about her my parents than during the BEHIND FROM IN OF OFF ON TO UNDER WITH

4. Their situation was critical. They had no map, their water supplies were running low and they had no tood to subsist

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5. The mechanic was end, he advised me to buy a new one.

great pains to repair the engine, but in the

5. You should ask for som e medical support as soon as you reach the nearest town. Immediately

6. Stop spraying this onto me! My nose is very sensitive of fragrant substances. 7. Don't believe a word of what they say and beware .... theories they put forward at their gatherings. 8. I'm not convinced Arthur's comments had much to do To me, they were rather 9. It was George's brilliant erudition Stephanie's attention. 10. You needn't pay for repairing the washing machine, madam. It is still guarantee. 11. view of so many extenuating circumstances punished tOGseverely. 12. The rural population in the region has been warned to economize fresh water because of the imminent dry spell. 13. 'Has Howard Jackson been discharged still being kept bars.' prison yet?' the point.

any kind

6. We couldn't find her anywhere. She was found.

the far-fetched 7. I couldn't understand a word of what he said. (taii) the affair. 8. Should you practice the piano so often? (advisable)

particular that attracted 9. Our supplies of firewood will soon be finished. We 10. Carol is obliged to do the washing up at home. he shouldn't be

...............
(Iow)

(an obligation) "..........

V. Fili the gaps with the correct words.

'No, he's

age end rest

back fort sides

bargain fun toll

chip line top

disrepute mouth touch

14. You aren't obliged to consult your every move with the management. ,.. will as long as it brings profits for the company. 15. In the doctor's opinion, the pain in your hip bone stems you incurred in the last season. IV. Rewrite the sentences meaning. 1. I cannot do anything more to make you feel comfortable. There 2. Many wild animals are in danger of extinction. The life 3. If I were you, I would throw the files away. (dispose)

You may act the injury

1. That day was terrible. Our car broke down, we were robbed at the airport and on of ali that Sam my lost his ticket. 2. 'How is Martin doing in Switzerland?' since he left.' 3. Ali the delicious and tempting sweets made Eric's moment he came close to the table. 4. Why don't you act your " instead of going on like a spoiled child? 'I've no idea. He hasn't dropped me a single

using the given forms so that they retain their original

water the

5. I don't have much to say about the local policies as I have been out of

peril.

"

with it for a long time.

'Indeed. He does. He has got

6. 'Thomas seems to be a bit disturbed these days.' a his friends.'

".....
4. The Wrights don't have much money to live in comfort.

on his shoulder because he wasn't allowed to go camping with

.."

ends meet.

7. 'Did he do a good job renovating your cottage?' into the wark.'

'Sure, he put his

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8. You can set your mind at """""""""""""""

nowo There's no more risk of being

. (i
,

"';".""!>,'.!)'}"""';-

,! ,

"';;"'

"

"{"'ii;"!; ,iii. ,'"!;-,'

bitten by the Browns' dog. They have had it put down. 9. Several years of heavy working in the harmful conditions of the coalmine have undoubtedly taken their on my father's health.
I. Choose the words

'1,ifi~~~~$I~~iU~,tJ.1~~~;ji:'~~i0f~

that best complete

the sentences

in the text.

10. Alex's terrifying story of the Portsmouth butcher made my hair stand on There's extensive historical evidence that our ancestors may have witnessed a massive 11. This restaurant has fallen into severe food poisoning last month. 12. Mr Bradley, the foreman, was asked to hold the and look after everything while the director went on holiday. 13. They did act foolishly cali ing Robert names, let alone poking his wife. 14. Not wishing to take remain absolutely impartial. 15. He won't let you gain much in your own favour, he usually drives a hard Mary preferred not to support anyone and in the workshop since several people suffered from invasion of Unidentified extraterrestrials the ancient are populations Flying Objects (1) on their territories. (2) to have come into and helped them These (3) with (4) numerous

earthly

magnificent structures or even establish glamorous empires.

at

However, the present-day first widely

fascination

with UFO was oniy

(5) by the

(6) American sighting in Idaho in 1947. Since that time,

countless other close encounters have been reported both by highly credible witnesses such as top-class pilots and less credible ones such as ordinary civilians. Thousands of people around the world maintain having com e outer space or to have been (7) to the visitors from (8) for a scientific study inside their flying (9) as fantasy

saucers. Although most of these accounts have been or hallucinations, there's

(10) criticism from the public and media for

ignoring the subject for tOG long. To many people, rejecting even the most inexplicable sightings ar UFO encounters as luminous artificial objects, natural phenomena like

auroras or even as meteorological

balloons and satellites seems to be an irresponsible

(11). Most of us would prefer to believe that these extraterrestrial guests are arriving from same remote galaxies to relationship and possibly give us a fair warning against the consequences lifestyles. Vet, there's another theory (12) a peaceful of aur wasteful

(13) that the visitors' attitude

towards mankind isn't sa conciliatory and that their sole aim might be the unscrupulous annihilation of the terrestrial Ooubtless, flying saucers populations. still continue to be observed in many places of the world But, a large percentage of such until more convincing evidence

(14) the imagination of UFO-maniacs. sightings will remain is supplied by the true experts. (15) explanation

1. a) surpassing 2. a) reasoned 3. a) touch 4. a) fabricate

b) approximating b) alleged b) grip b) plant

c) transgressing c) denoted c) face c) erect

d) encroaching d) inferred d) sight d) install

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5. a) discharged 6. a) proclaimed 7. a) direct 8. a) abolished 9. a) speculated 10. a) multiplying 11. a) approach 12. a) establish 13. a) consisting 14. a) startling 15. a) beyond

b) instigated b) notified b) adjacent b) abducted b) disposed b) piling b) bias b) engen der b) specifying b) triggering b) above

c) constituted c) communicated c) close c)absconded c) repelled. c) storing c) encounter c) enact c) meaning c) sparking c) under

d) devised d)conveyed d) nearby d) abbreviated d) dismissed d) mounting d) manner d)engage d) implying d) arising d) beneath

11. Gordon was rather worried about his condition, and so the doctors had to (SURE) him pretty strongly to restore his self-confidence. 12. One of the card players communicated movements which were almost less experienced participants. 13. We have had to replace the outdated technology with a modern one in order to make our work more 14. The automobile manufacturer They usually order installed in their vehicles. 15. Mrs Stone is an (EXPECT) mother. Her baby is due next month. (EFFECT) . from Torino is the most serious contracting part of ours. (COPY) amounts of the valves that get with his partner by means of discreet facial (PERCEIVE) to the eye of the

II. Put the words in the correct form. 1. The monarch's mindlessness led to a complete downjall oj his

III. Add the suitable verbs to make the correct phrasal verbs.

bear get

break give run

bring let snap

draw look stand

fali pass take

(KING) and abject poverty among his subjects. 2. Completing the task seemed (ATTAIN) at jirst, but in the end, it

put

tourned out that it was much easier than we had expected. 3. The mining industry, one of the most important aur economy, brings enormous projits to the country. up these days. 4. The boy's manners were highly the teacher objected to having him in his class. 5. We cannot rely on her account of the occurrence, it doesn't sound very (FACT) . 6. 'What do you expect from your future wife, Mr Robson?' and (SUBMIT) 'I'd like one that is faithful provoked by the savage football fans in Manchester. 4. 'Did you know Mrs Dalton we 'The poor lady funera!.' 5. The businessman has given up building an amusement
"""""""""""""""

(COMPOSE)

of 1. Infidelity stands rather high among the reasons that make families

(CONTEMPT).

No wonder that 2. Sue took offence with the other girls who didn't want to their secrets. 3. Severe measures had to be introduced to

her in on

down the turmoil

so that she can fulIii all my requests.' (REPEL),

- the

biology teacher?'

'Sure, I did. What's up with her?'

7. If only we hadn't forgotten to take the mosquito wouldn't have suffered from so severe bites. 8. The rough treatment I received in the hotel definitely aroused my (PLEASE). In fact, I have never stayed in it again.

away last week and yesterday we attended her

park in the city on account up against from the

of too many organisational problems he has

local authorities. 6. The free tickets for the band's concert were reputation. He has been to the enthusiasts flocking at the hall door. 7. The police have been "

9. It would be hard to find words to tell you about my impressions. The Scottish landscapes are simply 10. t can't say he is a man of prison twice for robberies and fraud. (DESCRIBE). (BLAME)

up within seconds by

into the burglary case for three weeks

now, but their investigation has made liWe progress.

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8. You may teel secure. Jwon't let you down. I will happens.

by you whatever

8. You should never disobey the satety regulations.

(conform)
"""""'"

9. Honestly, he is very clever at inventing stories. In the beginning, we were all in by the ones he told us yesterday. 10. I'd rather we didn't eat the tish. Don't you think it is smell? 11. Autumn is approaching, and sa the days will sao n be in. oft a strange

9. This case is similar to the one we investigated last year. (bears)

10. 1'11 have to tind same time to lidy up Ihe garden shed next week. .. . ...

(g et round to)

12. The judges had no basis tor passing any sentence because no testimany had been out with actual tacts. 13. We teared we would have to sell the house to pay aft the debts and couldn't tind any better solution to 14. For several days, I had to news as my TV set was under repair. 15. Since my husband got that job in the printing house in Gloucester and in [250 a week we have been pretty well att. round this problem. baek on my radio to hear the latest

V. Choose the correct answer.

1. It's no responsive to aur requesls. a) well b) tine c) need d) good to Peter's remarks about her appearance. c) irritalion
"" "

asking him tor anything seeing that he's not very

2. Susan has taken a) annoyance

""""""""""""""" b) exceplion

d) nerve

3.Theterroristswereaskedwhelherthey
a) pleaded b) contirmed is planning to 4. The health department

guilly to the wrongdoing.

c) staled

d) admitted tree leatlels intorming

IV. Rewrite the sentences meaning.

using the given forms so that they retain their original

people about heart diseases lo help them attain a basic knowledge ot selt-protection. a) invenl b) tormulate c) announce d) issue

1. Susan is very proud ot her sports aehievements. Susan prides 2. He wasn't very willing to accept anybody else's demands. (take kindly)
. . . . . .. . . . .

5. You say thal this smali spare part cost you f1 OO? I'm sure you paid through the tor it. a) eye b) nose c) ear d) lips

6. She couldn't have been very attached to Ihe cat it she decided lo give it away at a a) touch b) hint . c) stroke d) glance if we can't

3. l didn't think ot giving up going on the expedition tor a single moment. Not for a single moment 4. I preterred to take a course in psychology instead ot wasting my time at the mathematics department. Rather than 5. Muriel may have torgotten about the evening classes. It is 6. Why don't we have a good time in the casino this night? How 7. Right after aur departure Tommy came down with a cold. No sooner

7. The order trom the Headquarters

reads that we should

break the rebell's resistance within Ihe next Ihree days. a) abandon b) exit c) cancel d) relire
for sweets now

8. Jenny has been on a diet, but she can'l resist her and then. a) inclination b) craving c) altraction d) lendency

9. The prosecutor's decision is detinite. The arsonists will their destruelive activity. a) bear b) stand e) incur d) confront

trial for

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10. The police torces and the tire brigade have made a rescue the residents ot the burning block ot tlats. a) dual b) shared c) mutual d) together to all my needs. c) association d) connection
""""""""""

effort to

11. What I actualy earn bears no a) link b) relation

I. Replace each italicized trom

word with a synonymous

one.

12. Hundreds ot people arriving in America have sought

political discrimination a) retuge in their countries. c) departure

In today's busy world ot sports competition jumping high isn't enough

the inborn (1)

talent

(2) tor running tast or relationship between

(3) to get to the top. The extraordinary

b) getaway

d) hideaway

training techniques

and technological

advancement

(4) has prompted revolutionary

13. Staying here without any proper inoculation is inadvisable as you may be the risk ot contracting som e dangerous disease trom insect bites. a) provoking b) urging c) inciting d) running

chan ges in the tield ot athletics as well as in the other variety of sports disciplines. The close cooperation between aimed science and sportsmen the athletes themselves has provided their a fresh The where

14. We sent him to the best school in England and hired the best teachers, but it was ali as he had no will to learn at alI.

inspiration (5) comp/icated (6)

at helping

to advance

performance.

mechanisms

ot the human body are scrutinized

in laboratories

competitors are welcomed to act as useful consultants whose skil/ (7) cannot be imitated by even the most sophistieated computer programs.

a) vain

b) inaccurate

c) invalid

d) tutile dead until the sensational

15. The missing hitchhiker had been

The remarkable development in sports achievements has been initiated (8) and led by
!he sports equipment designers

message came trom the smali town in Oregon where he was tound alive. a) estimated b) presumed c) assessed d) speculated among his workmates c) prestige d) esteem

the shoe

manufacturers

in particular.

This fresh

scientitic approach and the impressive collaboration have

between technology and competitors

16. Frankie has always been held in high a) respect b) admiration

stimulated

(9) a dramatic progress in attaining record results. Whereas the average

because of his exceptional skill at handling the most difficult tasks.

weight ot a sports shoe two decades ago amounted to 320 grammes, today its equivalent (10) is about fifty per cent lighter. In consequence, sportsmen like marathon runners can

17.As tar as Adamis concerned, e is nowhere h

swimming as his sister iso
a) near b) there c) much d) that

so good at

cover long distances much faster than they did a hundred years earlier. But it's not only the professional competitors that have benetited trom the astounding Amateur joggers and keep-tit (13) chan ges in are ais o

breakthrough
its purpose

(11) in the sports equipment technologies. (12) can ais o take tremendous

18. We don 't need a bigger suitcase. This one should right. a) perform b) operate c) serve d) execute

enthusiasts

advantage ot the enormous

the science ot sport. The expectations

and tastes

(14) ot casual sportsmen

running high tor the toot gear and othei accessories to guarantee maximum (15) comtort
and a betterment in performance.

19. Oue to the computer maltunction all our data was lost. So unhappily, we had to begin all the calculations from a) onset 20. The inadequate financing. a) implementation b) establishment c) installation d) exploration b) source c) original d) scratch

1. a) incorporated 2. a) aptitude 3. a) profuse 4. a) handicap 5. a) novelty 6. a) intricate

b) interior b) scholarship b) superfluous b) footmark b) lancy b) erroneous

c) inherent c) proticiency c) sufficient c) backlog c) incentive c) implieit

d) inward d) Ilexibility d) ample d) headway d) bias d) cumbersome

ot the project has be en suspended because of the

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7. a) craftsmanship 8. a) cropped up 9. a) released 10. a) counterpart 11. a) bench mark 12. a) envoys 13. a) generous 14. a) preterences 15. a) superlative

b) expertise b) spurred on b) enhanced b) successor b) tlash point b) disciples b) tabulous b) tendencies b) invincible

c) insight c) sparked oft c) invalidated c) alternative c) quantum leap c) apprentices c) prodigious c) prerequisites c) primary

d) ambivalence d) jotted down d) amplitied d) heir d) master stroke d) zealots d) arduous d) specitications d) ultimate

12. I will never agree to that. It's absolutely rubbish dump should be placed behind my house. 13. It was her most go unpunished. 14. The least (PRODUCE) (APOLOGIZE)

(THINK)

to me that the

appearance that made us let her

rural areas will be subsidized by the

Agriculture Department to help modernize their cultivating techniques. 15. The report printed in the Mirror is totally (CONTRADICT) to the in the

one 1have read in the Daily. I won der what caused so many discrepancies authors' accounts. III. Insert the correct prepositions.

II. Put the words in the correct

form. BEYOND BY FOR FROM IN OF OFF ON TO WITH

1. Paul has gained a lot ot tavour with the girls trom his class who are enchanted with his most (COURT) manners.

2. It's usually hard to guess when the earthquake may strike and the extent ot the destruction is not ,.,.,." (PREDICT) , either
,

1. After tour years ot painstaking preparations and a harsh physical training, he has

tinally succeeded

winning the Olympic gold medal.

3. 'Have you got any proot ot the

(OWN) ot this vehicle, sir?'

2. The elderly gentleman says he hasn't seen his homeland tor twenty years and that he longs it a lot. the go ali night and he returned trom

'Ot course I have. Will the registration card do?' 4. Even the deployment ot the peacekeeping troops couldn't prevent another (BREAK) ot heavy tighting in the trouble spot. 5. The monthly amount to f35. 6. It was the commander who ordered the complete the aircraft carrier after it was heavily hit by the enemy's torpedoes. (INSTAL) that we have to pay tor the turniture

3. Don't wake him up. He was work very tired. 4. One customer asked who was to make a complaint.

authority in the store as he wanted

(ABANDON) ot

5. The accused leaders were dispossessed they wanted to suppress any evidence. 6. 'Where do es the word somnambulist derive Latin origin.' 7. The success ot our latest CD was tar had expected it to become so popular. 8. What he says is

their belongings in case

7. The population ot the partridge is

"

(COMPARE) smali in this

'Certainly, it is ot

region considering that no shooting ot these birds has been allowed since 1988. 8. Mr Higgins' outstanding merits in the tield ot embriology are (DISPUTE). 9. Will it ever be possible tor the human race to reach the extreme (BOUND) ot the universe? (ENGINE) and hopes to make a good

our wildest dreams. Nobody

real. He is not the kin d who makes up stories.

9. Some ot the artetacts discovered during the excavation work will be sold auction. 10. Now that the case is (ALLEGE) against Mrs The other barrister has taken it over. 11. Be honest valuables. me and say how you came into possession ot the my hands, I don't need to worry any more.

10. Eric has been studying technical designer in the tuture. 11. The Court ot Justice has rejected all the

Stacey on the grounds ot insufficient evidence.

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12. Eddie got into serious trouble after he had treated himselt many books and had no money left tor the bus back home. 13. Ali these documents are k~pt whenever we need them. 14. Visit us again in summer when ali the flowers in the garden are tuli bloom. 15. The situation in the occupied territory is improving certainly take some time betore peace is fully restored. IV. Rewrite the sentenees meaning. 1. You cannot den y the old town square is imposing. There's no

too

V. Fili the gaps with the eorreet words. bad hot stiff blue large two bold red upper eold safe wet fiat short wide

tile so that we may get them quickly

degrees. It will

1. Martin's been feeling low since he was given the another gir!. 2. Sorry, but your answers are rather .................

shoulder by

ot the marko Com e again and water when it was discovered

using the given forms so that they retain their original

retake the exam after you have learned more. 3. The secretary of the party got into ..".............. she had taken bribes. 4. It we cannot put our best players in the game tomorrow our opponents will

automatically gain the

5. You'd better be on the

, hand.

2. To tell you the truth, I bought these shoes on the cheap.

side and take these pills just in case your

song. 3. We were all shocked by the rude response that the boy gave to his loving mother. (abaek)

casual cough turns into a regular cold. 6. Sonny did his best to make a good impression, but all his efforts feli when it became elear he had no experience in looking after children. 7. It was thought Max wouldn't attend his sister's wedding ceremony, but there he was as

4. The fligh attendand asked me to put down the cigarette. The flight attendant ......................................................

(refrain)

"

as life greeting everybody at the church door. moon.

by the sudden storm that broke right minds whether to

8. There's no need for us to elean the chimney very frequently. We only do it once in

5. I just touched the handle and the burglar alarm jVent oft.

9. The garden party was cut after the president's speech. 10. I know their ofter is excellent, but I'm still in move to Leeds or not.

Hardly
6. William and Simon don't like each other. (get)

William and Simon

7. Since their father's death, they have had serious financial problems. stra its. 8. Jack isn't so much interested in Lisa as in her parents' big fortune. Lisa 9. Nigel doesn't pay much attention to my problems. granted. 10. Do we have to work only night shifts all the time? Is there no alternative ..............................................

11. The manager's insistance on purchasing the plant is irrational to me. He'lI be throwing good money after if he buys such an obsolete object. 12. It's not sensible to entrust such a demanding task to Albert. The boy is still behind the ears and I'm afraid he might bungle it. 13. You look downcast, Patty. You should tryto put a worries. 14. Couldn't we switch to another channel? silly series. 15. The band manager saw when it turned out that another concert had been cancelled. He was as mad as a hatter. I'm bored watching this , face on your

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8. a) manner 9. a) withold 10. a) confront I. Choose the words that best complete the sentences in the text. 11. a) term 12. a) disposition

b) stance b) withdraw b) deal b) course b) disposal b) weakness b) stagger b) Given

c) practice c) wither c) respond c) timing c) disposure c) insecurity c) stutter c) Hence

d) mode d) withstand d) challenge d) period d) dispossession d) jeopardy d) stump d) Albeit

Stressful situations that

"""""""""""""""

(1) almost everyday in life seem to be

(2) a misfortune (3) us unexpectedly as only it (4), give in to the (5) on it trying to

13. a) risk 14. a) stumble 15. a) Providing

unavoidable. However, we can do little sometimes to or an unpleasant occurrence which may.......... can. At such helplessness
,

a moment,

one may hit the

of the situation or, ideally, put a brave (6) the burden.

II. Replace each italicized verb or phrase with the correct torm ot a synonymous phrasal verb.

Can you morning?

(7) in your mind an hour spent in a traffic jam, say, this Do you light one cigarette after another? Do you sound the horn every few (8) and

seconds like the other neurotics? Or do you take a different make good use of the time drawing up a schedule for the days to come? To

bring to hang on see about

cali on lay in

doin make oft

drop out put in

give in round up

(9) the stressful moment you can ais o do a crossword puzzle, listen

spring up

take up

tum in

wait on

to your favourite music or even compose a menu for your Sunday din ner. In fact, whatever way you (10) to the annoying situation, you can exert no impact on it (11). Nevertheless, your 1. How big are the profits we can expect the London branch to produce this year?
, ..................

as the traffic jam will only reduce in due reaction might considerably influence your The inability to confront sensibility a stressful occurrence

(12) for the rest of the day. like that wit h a deal of composure and in we 2. I suggest we store more coal in case the forecasts of a long and heavy winter should come true.
. . .. . .. . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

adds much more strain to your life and in this way puts your well-being (13). Surprisingly, it's the seemingly negligible hardships

(14) on daily that run double the risk of developing disorders rather than our isolated tragedies however painful they may be.

serious health

3. The police arrived right after they had been notified of the robbery. However, the thieves had escapedwith their loot by that time.
. . . . . . . . .. . .. . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

(15) that so many of those wretched stress inducing troubles affect us in a day, we should, at best, try to avoid them or possibly make radical alterations in the way we lead our daily lifestyles.

4. I don't remem ber this boy at alI. I suppose he stopped attending the beginning of the course.

my lectures right at

. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . .. . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . ..

1. a) devise 2. a) ward off 3. a) arise 4. a) post 5. a) face 6. a) subsist 7. a) envision

b) create b) boil down b) happen b) roof b)neck b) remain b) observe

c) originate c) stamp out c) befall c) bottom c) forehead c) cope c) picture

d) emerge d) dawn on d) occur d) wall d) fist d) bear d) conclude

5. Why don't we appeal to the management to have a serious debate with the Unions?

...
6. 'Do you recognize the man over there at the opposite table?' 'You mean the one who is being attended

by the waitress?' .........................................................

7. The autopsy revealed the man was killed with a knife. . .. ... .. ...,. . .. .. ... ... .... . .. .. .. ..,.. , .. .. .....

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8. Please keep waiting. You'lI be connected as soon as the line is free. .. ..., . ... .. .. ,. """

6. Brian was filled with angerwhen

Exchange. ...........................

he learnt that he had lost his assets on the Stock

9. Peter is a hard bargainer by nature. But, if you push him a little he should surrender to your demands. .. ,. .. , , ... ... ,.. . ... , ......

7. I wouldn't say David was very friend/y.

Vet, he wasn't unkind, either.

..."

.....
behaviour. He might have got nervous

8. It's hard to define the reason for.his shocking

10. Suddenly, the question of half a million dollars missing from the safe appeared leaving the cashiers speechless for a while. .. ... ... .. . .. ... ,. ... . ,. ""

on account ot the gossips that were being told about his private life. ..................... 9. Hopefully, the discovery of so rich resources ot oil in the area may contribute to lowering the petrol prices. ...........................

11. How about gathering a few friends and helping Lucy organize the charity collection? .................................................................................................................
12. I'm having these trousers

10. I'd rather we waited for Bill before we make any resolutions. He is usually fuli of

brilliant
..

ideas and he will definitely

add something

important

to our plans.

shortened

as they are a bit too long for my size.

""""""",-"""",-"""""""""""""'"

" ...,

.....

11. Practicing the occult wit h its ceremonies so fuli of mysticism and magic is still

13. Has Danny made a/l the arrangements .. .. ... .. .. . ... ... ... ,

for the New Year's reception vet? ... ... ... ... ... ... . ... .. .. ... ......

widespread

among certain African tribes.

,.............. "................

12. Why is it so important for you that the plaque be tixed on the left?

14. Will you accept me right away or do I have to submit an application form? .................................................................................................................
15. It was so stuffy in the hall that a few people lost their consciousness staff had a hard time of reviving them. and the medical

13. He says he wants to be paid more for his we/l-worked ...........................

out designs.

14. Who do you think she takes after with her greedy character? ...

"...............

15. I believe he's been warned pretty strongly that the assignment he is taking up is going to be very

exhausting.

,............

III. Replace each italicized

phrase or adjective

with a synonymous

one. IV. Rewrite the sentences using the given forms so that they retain their original crucial ingenious prevalent meaning. 1. I tried really hard but I failed to solve the puzzle. Try as ... .., ....................

abundant elaborate irrevocable

amiable formidable mercenary

arduous indignant outrageous

conspicuous inexorable preposterous

2. I didn't understand much of what the man said to me. (scarcely) 1. I admire her tirmness. Once she makes a decision it's

unchangeab/e.

...................

. .. . . . . . . . . . .

2. It was a very frightfu/ experience when we stumbled across the native tribesmen in the middle of the jungle. "........

3. Ali the inhabitants of the island know this place very wel!. (familiar) This place ................................................................................ 4. The minister claims that another rise in food prices is possible. cards.

3. He couldn't have had any knowledge of the subject seeing that his statements were so

unreasonab/e.
"..

.,. ...,.

....

4. Unless the company is privatized, it will be heading for an

unavoidab/e

collapse.

5. Her role in the plot was of secondary importance.

,

(second

fiddle)

5. Your great success was most evident, but tell us Jack: how did you cope with your
damaged tendon? ".............

6. It's not our concern what they do after lessans. ".... Itisof 173

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7. You may have serious problems if you don't have any health insurance.

(bound)
.. ""'"

9. This wondertul sports centre

a) devises b) affords c) supplies

"

for almost ali disciplines.

d) caters

8. There was poor attendance at the concert. attended. 9. The tarmers are in a desperate need of tinancial backing. badly. 10. I suddenly realized I had strayed trom the main route. (dawned) It ...........

10. You shouldn't have """""""""""""""

in so much icecream first thing last evening.

This is probably why your stomach is ach ing. a) indulged b) consumed c) enjoyed d) teasted in

11. It's apparent now that the domestic customers have lost their the imported goods. a) contidence b) assurance c) reliability d) credibility

12. Samuel couldn't tind any reasonable arguments to

his claims in

V. Choose the correct answer.

1. It was the warning from the seismologists that helped save the

the court. a) assure b) enforce c) persist d) uphold any pressure on us to pay the

13. Do you think they are go ing to damages tor the broken gate? a) administer b) implement c) exert

lives of the island inhabitants before the volcano erupted. a) preliminary b) hasty
"""""""""""""""

c) cursory

d) advance

d) deploy

2. My grandfather bought this

of land here and set up a ranch which

14. They say that when you turn 40, you are over the a) cloud b) threshold c) hill d) line

was later turned into a huge plantation by my tather. a) ground b) space c) plot d) terrain

15. The expectations are that most ot these derelict buildings will be renovated in the ot this year. a) run b) term c) course d) time , we can't deny Muriel is a hard-

3. I advise you to stop giving support to the venture. To me, it looks like a lost with little hope of making any advance at alI. a) idea b) cause c) point d) goal

16. When everything is said and

4. She said she was disturbed by the shadow ot somebody the trees. a) luring b) lurking c) lurching d) launching

behind

working woman. a) done b) assumed c) claimed

,

d) mentioned

17. It is good that Anthony's birthday

with our anniversary otherwise

d) coincides whether

5. This quiet village is a) reminiscent b) similar

of the one I grew up in. c) remnant d) identical

""""""""""

we'd have to go to the trouble ot launching two parties. a) corresponds his suffering b) identities c) harmonizes

6. Bob was in terrible pain, but none of us knew how to

until the ambulance arrived. a) dissolve b) exclude c) cease

18. He's a mysterious character, indeed. It's only anybody's his intentions are go od or bad.

d) relieve

a) thought

b) guess

c) clue

d) suspicion our

7. Oon't worry, you are as safe as houses here as long as you are in my good

19. The expedition cost us a lot and stil I we didn't succeed in eyes on the Yeti.

a) graces

b) teelings

c) likes

d) regards

a) tixing

b) laying

c) placing

d) staring

8. Your daughter may not do her best at mathematics or chemistry, but she definitely at English literature. a) improves b) accomplishes c) excelIs d) masters

20. This new model ot the spectrometre constructed by the Japanese designers is even more precise than its English ............... a) double b) typ e c) paltem d) counterpart

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5. The left-wing party seems to have gained enormous power lately. No other party will

;;J~:'0;,!{~\~'~]i'~(~~<~q!E~//;
I. Write in the correct words.

defeat them in the 6. Bob did try hard not to los e his guy challenged him in the pub.

(SEE) tuture. (COMPOSE) when the intoxicated

7. 'What makes her so conceited and arrogant? Audiovisual equipment

classroom education.

Is it her affluence?'

is

e -

g
to

(1) new ground in the tield ot outsider (2) their knowledge on

'I think she acts like this out ot sheer 8. One could reason by the .................. that she loves Eric very much. 9. I'm getting fed up with her constant nagging at me. She criticizes my outfits whenever I see her in the office.

(VAIN).' (AFFECTION) smile on the girl's tace (VARY)

Currently,
-

students
-

willing
-

a variety ot subjects needn't much time

on
-

(3) large distances to their libraries or ex pend

f
-

g (4) through fat volumes in search ot the required intormation (5) that they are the proud possessors ot a personal computer

or other audiovisual

accessories.
-

10. We have to watch that our

-

"

(EXPEND) don't surpass our incomes.

So far, his youthtul

Extreme technological the way people

humans and
-

(6) has accelerated radical changes in

11. Alex should learn more betore he becomes a good stockbroker. (RASH) has resulted in too many losses. 12. How can you explain the not a grain ot truth in any of them. 13. Only competitors with the best such a long race. 14. The police may be special occasions only. (ENDURE) (VALlD)

(7) intormation and in the mutual relationship between

It was
-

electronic

machines.

tor the tirst time

-

in the 20th

century rather -

that

this

ot your statements?

There's

silicon wonder has turned into the primary

auxiliary one. Optical videodiscs mass

u -

(8) ot intormation have e -

than an d (9) tibre

as well as compact storage media

-

discs

can be qualitied tor

into the most substantial

whereas
-

satellite

broadcast

and optical

connections have made an immeasurable

individuals capable of taking n -

t (10) ot data accessible to all the

(POW ER) to listen in on private talks on

(11) of the Internet.

The expectations

are that in the tuture home audiovisual education will methods including tutors, blackboards and stuffy classrooms, which piece ot news to all those who tremble and sweat awaiting the

15. His childhood spent in the harsh conditions ot the civil war has completely (SENSE) the boy to the sight of blood and cruelty. III. Insert the correct prepositions.

(12) the conventional

may be an encouraging school bell.

II. Put the words in the correct form.

AT (LlKE) between these two crimes?'

BY

FROM

IN 'OF

ON

OUT

TO

UNDER

WITHIN

1. 'Don'tyouthinkthereis a bitot

"""""""""""""'"

1. It is characteristic

this region that the weather can change

'You're right. They were both committed on Friday the 13th.' 2. Nobody urged Alice to take part in the cleanup. It was her own """"""""""""""" (VOLUNTEER) initiative.

minutes. 2. Martin has been great demand ever since he appeared to be so

skilled a guitar player. Every band in town wants to have him at their concerts. 3. She didn't do anything wrong, but
good. 4. 'Why d/dn't you answer the phone?' 'Probably, I wasn't

3. How can they expect me to forgive such a taux pas? Sending me no invitation to their wedding ceremony is 4. The distinguished mistakenly (PARDON).

the same token she d/d nothing cali when

old gentleman says he won't bring the case to court for having been (PRISON) during the demonstration.

it rang. I must have been outside the house.'

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5. What she says may sound alittle irrational, still most of us agree with her
"

5. Mark had to pay for repairing the CD player. The CD player

a large extent.
such great ease as during my holidays in

expense.

6. Never before have I felt the exotic surraundings. 7. 'Have you seen Alex today?'

6. It's possible that they haven't been notified of the changes in the timetable. They might

'Yes I have. He's been

the loakaut

7. We were surprised by the fact that no suppart was offered to the survivars. What 8. It depends on her whether the costs are to be reimbursed ar not. (up)

for his missing dog in the park.' 8. I infer hand. 9. Would you mind turning the radio down alittle? the noise it's making. 10. Last time when I bought a TV aeriall couldn't figure assemble the set. 11. Despite a firm ban on smoking in the office, several people found it hard to abstain lighting a cigarette. 12. The contract wasn't very big, but cash. 13. Hadn't Raymond come would never have got involved the influence of such a bad company, he wrongdoing. least we were paid how to I'm feeling weary his response that he isn't too willing to give us his helping

9. Everybody is aware that the newspaper is published by the right-wing party. It is com mon 10. The ballot will be carried out on condition that there are no objections fram the public. Provided

V.Filithe gaps with the correct words. accord

face score bet fingers skin dash grips terms devices ladder vent

end odds
water

14. She shouldn't be taken out to the park in summer as she is allergic .., the tree pollen.

15. Peter's expertise in electronics is admirable. He's got ali the information required his fingertips.

1. We anly managed to catch the bus by the run ali the way to the station.

of our teeth. We had to

2. Old Mr O'Neill didn't take much care of his children's future. He left them ali to their

IV. Hewrite the sentences using the given forms so that they retain their original meaning.
1. They say about half of the staff will be made redundant.

own 3. There isn't much we can do to lift ourselves from the bottom of the
Our earnings are low and the taxes are heavy.

sack.
2. Mother left the raom rather quickly because she didn't want to wake us up. Not

4. I wouldn't indulge in too much gambling If I were in your place. Sooner ar later you'll burn your at it.

5. No sooner had the guard switched on the light than he saw somebody making a for the gate. But, it was too late to do anything anyway, sa the

3. I don't know how much of that syrup she ought to be given. (faintest idea) ....
4. After his uncle's death, Lou inherited the house and the garden.

culprit escaped with a haul of ten thousand pounds in gold bullion.

6. The whole story simply doesn't hold (into) at a loose

, . It's a pack of lies. 'In fact, I'm

7. 'Have you got much work this evening ar can I take you to the theatre?'
"

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tonight, but I prefer the opera to the theatre.'

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8. Mr Stanton has been at had a love affair with his secretary.

with his wife since he admitted having

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I. Choose the words that best complete the sentences in the text. Those who with Ihe verdict and pay (1) tor a vegelarian diet must usually
,

9. 'Did you ask your grandtather to tix the new lock in the wardrobe door?' 'No, I didn't have to ask him to do it as he replaced the taulty lock ot his own ............................. 10. Robbie's told me he's got a to settle with Marcus. I guess it's gol
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something to do with the tight they had last week. 11. We had no alternative but to come to damages to the Browns. 12. Tommy pulled a long .... television and playing in the backyard. 13. The technicians were hesitant to gel to offered to pay extra money tor their service. 14. It's a sate " that he will be late again; he never comes punclually. to your anger than by with Iheir duties until I when he was banned tram watching

(2)

up a variety ot aspects concerning Ihe nulritional

(3) ot vegelables and

the adequacy ot vegetarian meals in terms ot Ihe number ot

(4)

provided to the body. Vegetarianism is not a new concepl, rather an ancient GUstomwhich evolved in the Far East cultures on ethical or religious graunds. In today's world, it has been undertaken by many taliowers who tor a variety ot reasons believe the vegetarian diet more preterable to that containing meat. For example, there's the theory that animai meat wasn't originally a component of the slaple human diet as mankind evolved fram foragers who later our the meat ot hunted (6) ancestors are alleged to (8). What's (5) a laste for tlesh. Hence, have had a substanlial more, human teeth don't

15. I'm telling you there's no better way to give applying yourselt to a heavy body workout in a titness club.

(7) of prateins and vitamins fram natural vegetation rather than trom (9) much resemblance lo those of animai carnivores, and neither is

ourdigestive system
Apart tram the

(10) to the meal eaters' one. (11) the natural vegelalion, (12) lo be (13) fram animai tood, be it tor religious,

enforced vegelarianism ot underdeveloped communities where

populations deprived of animai protein there's a rising acceptance ot the vegelarian diet which regarded as an eccentricity.

economic ar humanilarian reasons, has been a quickly spreading custom as, surprisingly, Ihe vegetarian diet needn't be duli ar deticient. Vet, it does involve taking good (14) to supply the body with a sufficient quantity ot nutrienls (15) tram corn, seeds and cereals.
1. a) preter 2. a) judge 3. a) pratit 4. a) nulrients 5. a) generaled 6. a) primeval 7. a) output 8. a) load b) api b) weigh b) rate b) toods b) acquired b) anliquated b) offsel b) game c) select c) conter c) value c) cuisines c) instituted c) archaic c) upturn c) 1011 d) tavour d) survey d) esleem d) condiments d) accustomed d) obsolete d) intake d) beal

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9. a) inter 10. a) equivalent 11. a) play down on 12. a) terminates 13. a) Resistance 14. a) precautions 15. a) comprising

b) assume b) reminiscent b) com e in tor b) ceases b) Detiance b) resolutions b) deriving

c) bear c) evocative c) tall back on c) concludes c) Hindrance c) proceeds c) procuring

d) pertain d) synonymous d) get on tor d) tinishes d) Abstention d) measurements d) providing

13. The spokesman's

answers were more than

(EV AD E) . He didn't

even explain the cause ot the dissolution ot the governmenl.

14.The officers preterred to keep the inturiated man in

until he calmed down. 15. Aren't you going to attend the conterence? (MOMENT)

"

(DET AIN)

What it some

decisions are taken without your contribution?

III.Add the suitable verbs to make the correct phrasal verbs. II. Put the words in the correct form. bring
1. Amanda's tather works as a general Hamsworth hospital.

book lag string

get own strip

go root
tum

jot see
wear

(PRACTICE) in the

jump set

2.

(PREVENT)

measures should be taken to provide maximum 1. I was promised

security to the heads ot state arriving tor the summit meeting on Sunday. 3. The deficiency ot vitamins during the pregnancy period may lead to serious (FORM) ot the intant's body.

good job trom June, but it's August now and I'm atraid they are just me along.

2. The chiet receptionist says that ali the rooms in the hotel have been ......................... up by the conterence participants and there will be no vacancies until next Monday.

4. He says he had no intention ot hurting me, but I'm sure he hit me (PURPOSE). 5. Stop work. 6. The specialists have been busy working out the new technologies ot water
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(FANTASY)

about being rich and get down to som e serious

3. My purse has just lost it tor good. 4. It was Tony who would always would stop at every window displayand

up behind the sota even though I thought I'd

behind the rest ot the party. He gaze tor hours. at the opportunity ot

(PURE) which will be more efficient and less time consuming.

(MOBILE) en route to

7. Dozens ot automobiles have been Salisbury because ot the heavy snowstorm.

5. He's a nature enthusiast and he will certainly visiting the wildlite reserve in Ohio. 6. It is said that the corruption can hardlybe top officials. 7. Her bad mood ....

out especially among

8. Many years had gone by until the Atricans captured by the English colonizers managed to break tree trom (SERVE) to their masters.

9. The strict principles ot tree market have brought about a complete (COMMERCE) 10. lunderstand ot lite even in the most conservative societies.

".. oft immediately she saw her dear cat back.

".

8. In spite ot aur most humble requests, we were

valuables by the merciless robbers. 9. Keep talking while I (DIGEST) or even

of ali aur

you don't like au nt Pamela, but you shouldn't be so

(DIFFER) to her polite questions. 11. Irregular meals can surely lead to chronic stomach ulcers.

down my notes.

10. Unless your wite stops leading her extravagant litestyle, you won't by on the poor salary you obtain.

12. There has been a long-standing

(RIVAL) between Mr Gore and

11. This year the crop tailure was

on by the torrential rains.

his brother-in-Iawabout superiority in the tamily business.

12. The tirst impression he had made was ot a resolute man and that's why I couldn't believe he had .." '" back on his promises out ot sheer irresponsibility.

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13. The teacher asked who had broken the window, but non e ot the boys would

V. Choose the correct answer. 1. Frank said his brand new Ferrari could do 250 kph and Tony, not to be , claimed his Porshe could drive at 300 kph.

up to it. 14. Mr Johnson planned to have his house tinished by April and he didn't expect that the legal procedures would December. 15. He probably wanted to leave'me penniless, but I and managed to avert this course ot aetion. through him back the construction work until a) overriden b) outdone e) downgraded d) outspoken oft my mind. 2. The comtorting news trom my sister was a real a) stone b) deal c) load d) mass " tor twenty thousand pounds by a rival on the

3. Our company was

grounds ot an alleged duplicating ot their produee. IV. Rewrite the sentences using the given forms so that they retain their original meaning. 1. What right have you got to give me orders? a) sued b) sentenced c) accused

d) tried
the traftic in the centre

4. The protesters occupying the streets have .... ot the city.

about?
2. Should you eome across the missing tiles, let me know at once, please. (hap pen)

a) dispelled

b) dislocated

c) disturbed

d) disrupted at 53. d) scored

5. The number ot the victims ot the piane crash has been a) amounted b) counted c) estimated

.
3. The direct aim ot the statement is to make the public awa,e ot the present situation. The statement boils 4. Sally distrusts modern technology strongly. Sally has 5. He will have to spend seven years in prison. (sentenced)

6. He was claimed to be an unskilled writer, but his latest works have definitely witness to his great talent. a) constituted b) borne c) dealt d) displayed much

7. Judging by the casual clothes he is wearing, he doesn't signiticance to being elegant at work. a) devote b) assign c) entrust " c) grip d) attach the meaning ot the declaration? d) grasp

8. Has anyone managed to

.
a) seize 6. We were all convinced Tom would succeed in passing his tinal exams. (confidence) b) snatch 9. About two hundred illegal immigrants have been .."..... this year. a) expelled b) entoreed c) evicted d) expired to all trom the country

,..........
7. Julia won't speak to the boy first as she is too shy. Being 8. Michael painted his last picture three years ago.

10. Any turther details ol the language course will be sent on our subscribers.

a) request
Itwas 9. My precious lite was saved by the liteguard. 'owe 10. We have a debt ot gratitude to pay to all those who gave us their support. ,........... (indebted)

b) appeal

c) plea

d) wish with his research work in spite ot

11. Albert was praised tor having terrible difticulties. a) insisted b) lasted c) sustained

d) persevered

12. Since the new machinery was purchased in 2001, the old type has tallen into
d) disuse

a) decrepit

b) damage

c) distunction

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13. It has never a) passed b) entered

my mind that Jane might be a notorious liar. c) crossed d) reached

14. It's obvious each ot us would like to have their important question as the company privatization.

in such an
I. Choose the words that best complete the sentences in the text.

a) talk

b) word

c) claim

d) say

15. She says she's been on a diet tor so long that she's enormously any kind ot sweets. a) wishtul b) desirous c) tasty d) requisite

ot

Very tew ot us would

,... (1) putting much trust in horoscopes and the tact (2) to earthly occurrences

that the movements ot astronomical bodies attecting peoples' everyday lives.

16.
a) Although

smart he was, he couldn't tigure out how to solve the puzzle. b) However c) Much as d) Despite ....

We al! know about the zodiac signs which retlect the position ot the sun, the moon and the planets at the moment ot a man's birth and about the peculiar charaeteristies

17. The tire that broke out in the opera house has dealt a severe the performance ot The Figaro, which was due next month. a) blow b) tailure c) hitch
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to
a

(3) to them by astrologers. We say we will take these phenomena with (4) ot salt while we keep
"

(5) our eyes over them we expeet

d) drawback Joshua trom leaving the camp

in every tabloid we horoscopes to

(6) our hands on. Most trequently, (7) the tuture, to

"

(8) our optimistie

,

18. It required a harsh reprimand to

at night again. a) detain a) govern 20. Will it make any a) difference b) alteration b) dety b) handle c) deter c) guide d) deprive the orchestra yet? d) conduct to them it we deliver their equipment tomorrow? c) contlict d) displeasure

mood

with

a piece

ot comtorting

intormation

or to

(9) our

ego

by

contirming the superlative teatures that we tend to attribute to aur zodiacs. However, there's no scientitic evidence to human existence is so closely bodies. Our curiosity in horoscopes (10) the assumption (11) with the parametres may, then, that

19. Has it been decided who is going to

ot the celestial (12) our sheer

tascination with the unexplained or the unpredictable as well as in the enticing insight into the tuture that the horoscopes offer, thus establishing the sense ot our

(13) an extreme power over our own lives. An additional explanation is that humans tend to have a soft (14) tor any torm ot tlattery, which is
,

the tact to which astrologers and the horoseope writers seem to

the greatest deal ot weighl. 1. a) ensure 2. a) rely 3. a) identitied 4.a)speck 5. a) running 6. a) settle 7. a) notity 8. a) restore 9. a) boost 10. a) conclude b) grant b) correspond b) associated b) pinch b) sending b) draw b) predict b) adjust b) escalate b)concede c) state c) mateh c) ineorporated c) grain c) tixing e) grab c) acquaint c) upgrade c) riwitalize c) corroborate d) admit

(15)

d) compare d) ascribed d) scrap d) putting d) lay d)convey d) reassure d) improve d) eontound

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b) adhered b) crap b) wielding b) dot

c) coalesced c) rear c) effecting c) spot c) fasten

d) intertwined d)dawn d) committing d) nick d) attach

13. How much longer are we supposed to wait before they the receipt of our mail? Is it possible that they haven't received it as vet? 14. It soon turned out that the similarity between the two testimonies was only

(KNOW)

(CIRCUMST ANCE) and that the two cases had nothing in common.

b) consign

15. 'Which of your successes do you consider the most II. Put the words in the correct form.
1. Substantial damages will be paid to the from the worst injuries during the war. 2. Alan never stops laughing and it's great fun to be in his company simply for his (FAIL) sense of humour. 3. What's your banned at all? 4. Jim's really gone to the dogs. He looks shabby and his usually leaves much to be desired. 5. I wouldn't go so far as to punish them. By and large, their behaviour wasn't that (OBJECT). 6. Fred hopes his paintings will (MORTAL) his fame. So far, he's (SOBER) (POINT) on whaling? Do you think it should be AT BEYOND BY (ABLE) who suffered
III. Insert the correct prepositions.

"

(REMARK)?'
one.'

'Well, for me the construction of the Rockwell tower was the most outstanding

FOR

IN

OF

ON

TO

WITH

WITHIN

1. She may seem to be crazy about fashion, but she certainly knows what is vogue. 2. The doctors don't give him much chance of surviving. In a word, his life is the line. 3. I have been using her computer ever since she placed it disposal. 4. You do sound foolish tong as they are times, but your jokes may be tolerated as reason. virtue of the

my

painted about two hundred as he believes they will also ensure his popularity. 7. Her boo to a goose. 8. My grandfather's great (INVENT) is a feature to be jealous ot. (COWARD) is unbearable, indeed. She wouldn't even say

5. According to the barrister, Adam may be detained suspicious testimony he gave in the court. 6. Do you think the director was his hotel for free? 7. Mrs Black has pramised to be service on Monday. I hope she earnest offering us an apartment in

This week he has completed a new model of a peeling device. 9. First, they threw bottles at the police wagon and then beat the police officers with wooden clubs. consequences. 10. Nothing else interests him sa much as his future promotion. He's been .. (OCCUPY) with it since he was told he might take over the chairman's seat. 11. The nuclear tests were carried out in this area for twelve years, but it will certainly remain (IN HABIT) for dozens more because of the high radiation. (SAN E) like this unquestionably calls for severe

keeps her word or else I won't manage to prepare everything in time. 8. t'm really sorry I cannot lend you a single pound. I'm pinched money myself these days. 9. It's rather my comprehension how they have succeeded in ..............................

grawing fruit trees on this barren solI. 10. We did our utmost to save the plants fram being destrayed by the hail, but ali that was vain anyway. 11. Mrs Wright has no problems with her children; they are usually very attentive her and offer any help they can.

12. There's no excuse for your idleness. You'd better admit your ......................... (WILL) to do any kind of job instead of pretending to be a dedicated worker.

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12. Willy was so engrossed doorbell ring ing. 13. The rescue brigade will be should happen. 14. Thegeneral's

his reading that he didn't even hear the

V. Fili the gaps with the correct words. chalk miss

storm

standby in case something unusual

arrears limb

belt line sleeve

dint nick

jump quandary whim

strategy isn't by any means consistent

our aim of

ranks

track

averting an open conflict. 15. 'Is the place that they inhabit 'On the contrary, they live at the back of easy reach?' 1. It didn't look like the weather was going to improve, so we we re in a about wh~ther to go surfing or stay in the club. 2. The sergeant ordered his unit to keep IV. Rewrite the sentences meaning. 1. How much money does he make a month? until he came back from

using the given torms so that they retain their original

the mess. 3. You will be lor the high truant on so many occasions. if your mother discovers you have played

income?
2. Have you got William Wharton's latest book? (possession)

4. His accusations were a bit below the to me in Iront ol my superiors? 5. I seemed to be out on a

. How could he have done it

during the discussion; nobody, even

....
3. Did Celia intend to invite her landlord to dinner?

Caroline, appeared to support my point ol view. 6. He only managed to stay alive by rock feli onto him. 7. There we re a few orders that I hadn't fulfilled belore I was taken to hospital, so when I came back to the office, I was a bit in wit h my work. at them when of good luck when the huge

(an intention) .............

4. As far as I know, the building was set on fire deliberately. To the best 5. Everybody was honoured by the boss with the exception of one clerk. Ali but 6. His mother claims that he can easily be infected with fiu. (susceptible)

8. I can tolerate your tricks, but you'd better draw the Mr Candy takes over.

9. Although we usually spend New Year's Eve in Vienna, we've decided to give it a this year and stay at home.

... (the wheel)

10. You are certain to spoil the child if you keep indulging his every ..... 11. The young violinist's performance must have taken the audience by considering that she's been asked to give another concert tomorrow. 12. The accident in the chemicallaboratory wasn't Arthur's fault, not by a long ,.......... ol it since

7. Who was driving the car when the collision occurred?

8. I think those tools may prove useful. (come)

. Somebody else caused it.

handy.
9. It seems unbelievable, but he's learned that long poem by heart. Unbelievable 10. It doesn't matter how much you offer to pay, he'lI never sell the family memorabilia. However

13. Inlorm me please about the present situation. I've lost I left for Canada.

14. The child ran into the road and the driver only managed to step on his brakes in the
"

of time to avert a tragedy.

15. The accused politician has been rather restrained in his comments so far, but I'm sure he keeps something up his

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I. Replace each italicized word with a synonymous
one.

12. a) candid ~.~ 13. a) talling short 14. a) taken on 15. a) benevolent

b) tang ible b) laying bare b) laid up b) obscure

c) credulous c) running low c) put about c) incongruous

d) utilitarian d) com ing clean d) made tor d) irretutable

Every now and then we hear someone claiming to be psychic (1) or to experience
precognitive Sometimes, dreams or to have premonitions (2) about imminent

mistortunes

(3).

we meet people who have participated in spiritualistic

(4) miraculous parapsychological occurrences

seances where they

to mediums sight

II.Replace each italicized verb or phrase with the correct form of a synonymous phrasal verb.

have witnessed
making tor their

or listened

pessimistic
(6) past

(5) prophecies

about the tuture

or even using

their second

bring in go about

come by hang out take in

come up to leave oft throw up

drive at pull oft Up oft

drop oft run out touch on

reviving

memories

(7). perception which includes such phenomena as

Parapsychology psychokinesis,

or

extrasensory

set forth

clairvoyance

and out-ot-body experiences is tiercely disparaged

(8) by its

opponents tinding no scrap ot evidence tor the reliability ot pertormances tuture events or passing telepathy. Nevertheless,

like toreseeing

1. We have no more petrol

H"'"""

in the tank. It has

been used up unusually quickly.

. .. . H. ... '" .. ,. """" ....

(9) messages without any use ot the sensory means, namely, by the acquisition ot intormation by use ot nonsensory channels can
(10) the most enigmatic

H"""""""""""""""""

sometimes be ot great advantage to those who aspire at solving

2. They spend """"'"

a lot ot time in my pub, so I know their names by heart.

... .. """"" ... .... , .. . ... ... ... .... ... .H' "'" ..

questions like the mysterious cases ot crime or missing individuals. Although officially the police den y having resort (11) to parapsychology,
whenever any they do benetit trom its vast potential

... '" ..

3. This is a smali hotel and it can only

pro vide accommodation

tor tifty guests.

clear (12) evidence is diminishing

(13) . The psychics are then employed

.. H""",

.....

....H... ... ... ...... H.... ..

... .... ..

... ..

..

(14) with the hope that their original practices will throw new light on many cases. Despite the growing interest in extrasensory perception (15). and its possible applications,

4. I have told him a thousand times to stop taking the painkillers and visit a doctor.
H"""""" ... H'""""""""""""""", H"""""""""""""

conventional scientists disregard it as highly uncertain

5. It's no good

beginning a journey until ali the necessary arrangements are made

H" """'" H"'" H, H' H"""'.,

complete.
1. a) clairvoyant 2. a) judgements 3. a) discrepancies 4. a) beheld 5. a) sordid 6. a) invigorating 7. a) remembrances 8. a) dispelled 9. a) releasing 10. a) disentangling 11. a) support b) supernatural b) torebodings b) qualms b) overlooked b) weird b) rejuvenating b) memorabilia b) deprecated b) emanating b) renouncing b) aid c) extraordinary c) indictments c) turmoils c) visualized c) gloomy c) animating c) reminders c) deterred c) transmitting c) exploring c) plea d) subconscious d) implications d) adversities d) partaken d) palpable d) resuscitating d) memorials d) dispensed d) dissenting d) detecting d) recourse

6. By nex1 year, several new bills will have been

introducedto make crime prevention

.,.. .. ... ... .... H'....

more teasible. ... ... ... ... .... .. H... ... H... ......'" ..

7. I was to have collected the children trom the nursery at 3 o'clock, but I tell asleep in my armchair and didn't wake up until my wite returned trom work. .. .. ...... .... .. . .. .. ... . .... .. ... ... ... ... ... .. .""" ... .. ... .. H"" ... H ""

8. Were these photographs easy to them?

obtain or did you have to

stick out your neck to get

. . .. . .. . H . . . . H . . . . . . . H . . . . H . . . . H . H H . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H . . . . H . H . . . . . H H . .

9. The quality ot the device does match my expectations, I cannot stand the harsh sound it makes.

but the problem is that

. . . . . .. . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. H . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H . . . . . . . . .. . . H . . . . . . . . . . . . . H . . . . . . . . . . .

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"""""""""""""" ... ,.. ... .. . .. "'"

5. Several complaints trom the residents have been sent to the police department about the youths' rough and noisy behaviour in the streets. 6. It's not a matter ot being stingy, she is very economical ,........ with her expenses.

11. I hadn't got a elue how to cope with the exereise and had to have reeourse to the answer key.

. .

...........
he used to give us

7. I remem ber the corporal as very demanding. The assignments were usually quite exhausting. .. ... ....

12. The most diffieult assignment that our unit has ever been given was the reseue aetion at Heathrow. We bodily harm.
""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""" .

completed it successfully,

yet quite a lew ol us eame to a serious

8. Forget about the other instructions tor the time being. The essential thing is that we must get ready with the rally by tomorrow. ...........................

9. The response Ihat we have been given to our inquiry is rather unclear. I won der if they aim at cheating on us or it they are in the dark themselves.
10. Thomas'

13. W e've only managed to

mention your

question brieflyas the whole meeting was only

...........................
But little can

devoted to the outbreak ol the jaundiee epidemie in Cairo.

""""""' o .

domineering

manner

doesn't

appeal

to anyone

in the bureau.

be done about it as long as his father is in authority here.

...........................

14. He said I needn't make so mueh luss, but I don 't quite understand what he was really suggesting.
"""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""o.."""'" .

11. Please excuse my eriticism, but your scheme isn't possible to operate in these conditions. ........................... Yet, he

12. At first, the boy's interest in the extraterrestrial seemed unusuallyeccentric.

15. 'How eould he know we were going to arrest him?' him in advance.' . .. "" .. ... .. ,. .. ... ... . .. ... .

'Someone must have warned

only needed to make his first discovery to convince everybody that he was serious.
o .

.. ...

.. .

.. one.

... ...

.. ..

13. Sarah's lucky to have Albert. His most gent1e nature is one to be fond ot.

.....
III. Replace each italicized phrase or adjective with a synonymous 14. This problem is too tricky for us to cope on our own. I'd rather we asked Mr Turner for advice; he's so sm art that he'lI certainly know how to tackle il. ........................... ambiguous bossy plausible astounding cumbersome
precarious

benign frugal shrewd

bizarre obnoxious
strenuous

boisterous pivotal viable

15. You'lI never believe the surprising news I'm going to tell you. Your neighbour has been appointed a minister! ."........................

IV. Rewrite the sentences using the given forms 50 that they retain their original 1. How about asking for more assistance seeing that our position is becoming insecure? ........................... 1. When did the patient regain consciousness? 2. We have left our rueksacks in the left luggage office because carrying Ihem around the city would be alittle awkward. meaning.

round?
2. I won't Iry the fis h unlil they are scaled. Only when ,...

...........................

3. II sounds very reasonable what they suggest, but how shall we put il into operation?

..o

........

4. The smell in the shanty district was horribly unpleasant. No wonder that none ot the
reporters would volunteer for carrying out the series ot interviews in the area.

3. They seemed to have been trightened by someone. It looked 4. Even big quantities of vegetables aren't harmtul to your health. (do) ............................... 195

... ...

... ... ... ..

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8. My tooth isn't aching at the moment, but the unpleasant feeling of stiffness still on in my mouth. a) remains b) lingers c) continues d) lasts

9. Burt knows his chances against the better skilled opponents are slim, but he is too much of a competitor to give up making at least a at it.

7. The passengers were not allowed to smoke cigarettes during the fIight. (refrain)

a) stake

b) start

c) stab

d) stack

10. Mrs Jackson was on the point of going out of her apartment when she was short by a phone cali from her husband. 8. The handling of the matter has been heavily criticized by the press. (scorn) The press 9. Brian must do exercise to strengthen his back after the surgery. It ...................... 10. When will the resolutions that we have taken be implemented? (put) (compulsory) a) caught b) halted c) brought d) stopped myself. d) deploy

11. I didn't really feellike

memorizing all these definitions. It was only the risk of getting

another bad mark that made me a) exert b) absorb c) endeavour

12. The boss is leaving for America for a month or two and the major question now is who

practice? V. Choose the correct answer. 1. The first amusement park in our city was a Everybody would go there to have a good time. a) cracking b) ringing c) sparking 2. 'Why haven't you sent the letter to uncle Jerry?' 'Oh, I'm so sorry, I forgot to do it yesterday.' a) clean b) barely c) fair c) quiver "............. d) only my thirst. d) quieten on the spot as the first aid kit lacked 3. I'd opt for a glass of mineral water just to a) quit b) quench 4. The serum couldn't be needles. d) roaring
succes for its owners.

is going to a) exchange b) rep lace

for him. c) deputize d) perform

13. Wait a minute, there is an answer from the Federal Bureau with to your previous inquiry. a) consideration b) reflection "........

14. Don't forget to leave your mail to the new place. a) pursuing

c) attention d) regard address in case we have to send your

b) forwarding

c) advancing

d) following

15. If the man fails to repair the faulty wiring, we could borrow a candle from the neighbours as a last a) resort b) rescue . c) resource d) recourse to ask for adate. d) deterred

16. She did smile at me several times, but I felt too a) prevented b) hindered c) inhibited

17. We have been running

of fresh water, so be careful not to use it

a) served b) catered c) distributed d) injected 5. So many good solutions to the question have been submitted that the committee have . had a hard time of deciding which one to a) adapt b) adom c) adept d) adopt 6. The pursuit of the escaped prisoner was futile. The criminal knew well how to the police. a) elude b) derail c) retract d) distort 7. You needn't treat us to anything, we won't stay long for it's only a visit. a) minute b) flying c) smali d)speedy

up compietely before we get to another village. a) short b) low c) scarce d) limit a problem to us as we have to be on the alert 18. His chronic fits do

all the time and apply his medicine whenever he needs it. a) exhibit b) stage c) pose d) bid

19. This position may be very prestigious, but it's also very responsible. Mind that you can to any occasion to prove that you really deserve it. a) assume b) rise c) conform d) endeavour

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(VALUE)

have been stolen from

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I. Write in the correct words.

Mrs Linton during the tlight to Boston. 6. The idea ot a rebellion originated in the was only feasible atter the civil war. 7. It's a popular ,.. (CONCEIVE) that snakes are slippery. In reality, (SLA VE) period, but it

Didn't you dream ot having a dog or any other

m
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(1) animai as a chiid? (2) living pets

their skin isn't covered with any tiuid. 8. Although no landing on Mars has been possible so tar, it's widely known that its natural 9. Sammy is go ing to be very hasn't been accepted by the Police Academy. 10. Only when I completed reading the autobiographical novel did I get the true (SOURCE) can match those on earth. (ILLUSION) when you tell him he

Didn't your parents try to convince you how much

t -

require to teel healthy and secure in a tamily? Are you a parent yourselt now? How do

you

d (3) to your kids' constant begging tor a pet? Ot course, you may
- - f - - g (4) your

consider purchasing a hamster or a turtle a matter ot - - -

children's every whim, but just think about the more utilitarian purpose that your pets may
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v - (5).
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(SEE) into the writer's complex nature.

e y (6) dogs, may

Apart trom being lovable little triends, pet animals,

act as houseguards about potential scaring away are any intruders com mon or

11. The evidence shows that the man is the final verdict will only be given after the trial.

(PRESUME)

a murderer, but

I eaters

g (7)

its owners provide an

danger. s

Cats

vermin

while

horses

12. At one moment, the police were powerless in the face ot the .............................. (CONTROL) mob who were devastating the streets and looting the shops around.

alternative

(8) ot transport.

A huge variety of animals are kept in houses for emotional reasons. Birds' soft singing

13. I telt the temptation of lighting a cigarette was getting more and more
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can hlp

(9) tension, the majestic movements of colourtul exotic fish are

(RESIST), so I immediately threw the last packet into the tire. (DESCENO) purchased the manor house in the

(10) for their tranquilizing effect, too, and stroking an animal's hair is
-

14. My grandtather's

scientifically proven to act as an

Are you still in two n -

t - - - (11) for stress.

18th century. Later, it was turned into a local hospital and now there's a primary school in the building.

(12) whether to visit the nearest pet shop and fulfil your

15. Who would have believed that their casual acquaintanceship a strong (ATTACH)?

would develop into such

kids' requests? Or perhaps, you should go to the local animai shelter to tind out if you can offer some aftection to a lone caged pet that will otherwise be destroyed. II. Put the words in the correct form. 1. Themail which is marked (CONFIDE) can be opened by nobody

III. Insert the correct prepositions.

AT

BY

FROM

IN

iNTO

OFF

ON

UNDER

UP

else but the commander-in-chief. 2. What are the latest across any vital data? 3. There's little hope that Maurice's behaviour will ever improve. It will probably remain so 4. 'What (CORRECT) till he grows up. 'Weii, it was (FIN D) of your research? Have you com e 1. !t's almost impossible to specity how many take banknotes are currently circulation. 2. The prime minister's proposal was accepted the Members ot Parliament. 3. Come later, please. My husband doesn't like to be disturbed while he's work on his new designs. the nod by most of

(FURY) your father so much last night?'

Pamela who didn't return home until 3 a.m.'

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4. Don't worry about the illegibility ot that report. It's been written rough and I'm going to have it rewritten clean by the secretary. 5. The new chemistry teacher may be younger and less strict, but bal ance I preter the inspiring lectures ot Mrs Huckley. 6. Tony objected to telling us where he'd hidden his sister's diary and we had to exact the truth him threats.

4. Mark is a passionate skier and he ais o takes part in skateboarding Apart trom 5. Ann paints her landscapes with great pleasure. Ann takes 6. I didn't really know whether to accept their engagement

tournaments.

or not. (mixed teelings)

..".......
7. You are allowed to play in my garden it you promise not to do anything wrong. 5010ng 8. As there are no more questions, I think we can end the meeting.

7. I've been given seven days oft during which I'm going to renovate my apartment. In tact, a pinch, three days would be enough to do everything.

8. We are able to present the latest tilm by Steven Spielberg oniy.............................. courtesy ot the Film Academy. 9. Teaching him algebra will require explaining everything at least twice. He's rather slow the mark when mathematics is the matter. 10. You'd better be raised. your toes all day round in case a new alarm is There 9. It was a nice party when you take everything into consideration. Ali things 10. Since she met that boy, she's been thinking only about him. (wrapped)
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11. Promise him extra allowances, that should get him

the cieaning wrk. 12. Look at Paul! He's dressed married or what? 13. No detinite decision has been reached as vet. The whole case is still examination. 14. Will the new law have to be approved by the Queen betore it is put operation? 15. 'Why does he look so depressed?' 'He must be

his stride with

to the nines today. Is he getting

V. Write the words

in the right phrases

in the sentences.

alone toreign stiff his wits end

black hollow strong

blind narrow thin

blue open tight

clear silver wrong

1. Betty has always stood by me. We have been together through thick and

because ot his wite's illness, I suppose.' 2. I'm not taking part in the quiz. History isn't my IV. Rewrite the sentences meaning. 1. We regret to intorm you that there is no more demand tor your products. Much to 2. Hardly anyone could understand the lecture. (comprehensible)
" .......

suit at alI.

using the given torms so that they retain their original

3. You did have a(n) your car.

"

escape when the tree feli down right in tront ot

4. It's quite uncanny to me how she managed to keep a(n) when she was to Id about the tailure. 5. She comes trom language. 6. The visitors were warned to steer

upper lip

parts and theretore she speaks a different

ot the districts where robberies

3. The best way to make them work hard is to promise them a reward. Promise

and assaults were rite.

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7. My bills are overdue and all my money's gone. I'm really in a(n) corner these days. 8. The news ot the piane crash came as a bolt tram the especially because our relatives were on board. 9. Somehow, we couldn't agree with one another and decided to separate and go it to all ot us,

10. He's never been sympathetic towards us. That's why I think even his best wishes to us always ring ................. 11. You'll be barking up the doesn't like you. 12. Since the value ot my stocks went up, I have been in the 13. Ask him any question concerning politics and you'lI tind out he's got a spot about it. He doesn't even know the names ot the most again. tree it you try to pick up Lucy. She simply

important politicians in the country. 14. Please, avoid jumping to conclusions and keep a(n) ...... you have got to knowali the tacts. 15. He's never had to worry about his social status. He was born with a(n) spoon in his mouth.

mind until

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I.

1.c
2. b 3.a 4.d 5.a

6.c 7.d B.b 9.d 10.a

11.c 12.d 13.d 14.a 15.c 6. solution 7. division 8. tashionable 9. disapproval 10. triendship 7. at / with 8. trom 9. tor
11 . hazardous 12. contidence 13. length 14. doubtful 15. meaning

II.

1. difference 2. behaviour 3. practicable/practical 4. troublesome

5. truthtul
III.

1. ot 2. by 3. on

4. at 5. in 6. in

10. in 11. by, in 12. ot

13. on 14. with 15. in, between

IV.

1. It couldn't have been Tom that you saw in the department store, tor sure. 2. We had to cali the doctor because ot the baby's high temperature. 3. Vou had better not tell anybody about the discovery. 4. The boys made tun ot the man in spite ot his old age. 5. Help yourselves to any tood you like. 6. What made him resign? 7. Oid the children have a good time during the performance? 8. We haven't heard trom him since March. 9. There is no need tor you to worry about the tuture. 10. Every student was awarded a diploma.

V.

1. a 2.c 3.d 4.b S.c

6.a 7.d 8.b 9.a 10.b

11. c 12.d 13.a 14.b 15.a

16.c 17.b 18.b 19.d 20. c

TEST 2 I.

1.c 2.a 3.d

4.c 5.a 6.b

7.a 8.c 9.a

10.b 11. d 12.b

13.c 14.a 15.c

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1. attendance 2. lasting 3. advantageous 4. destruction 5. growth 1. dropped 2. work 3. put 4. broken 5. do

6. irrelevant 7. sufficient 8. Disobedience 9. invention 10. standing 6. went 7.lie 8. settled 9.jump 10. takes

11. (in)valuable 12. pointless 13. excitement 14. pleasure 15. possession 11. throw 12. turned 13. came 14. ticked 15. get

III.

IV.

1. Does this RolIs Royce belong to your uncle? 2. Having introduced my guests to each other, I made a long speech on the current changes in the computer technologies. 3. I wish they had told us they were going to sell their house. 4. George won't lend his tape recorder to you unless you promise to bring '.:. back by Saturday. 5. Jerry could hardly solve the riddle. 6. Our representatives have been critical ot the new concept. 7. It doesn't matter whether they paint the board white or yellow. 8. The new prime minister has been appointed at last. 9. The last time I visited Oslo was in 1998. 10. Mrs Arnold willlook after our cat while we are away. 1. age 2. tault 3. order 4.lead 5. dot 6. sight 7. sale 8. rash 9.luck 10.hand 11. average 12. point 13.dogs 14. pride 15. chimney

V.

TEST 3 1. d 2.c 3.a 4.b 5.c 6.d 7.a 8. b 9.c 10.d 11.c 12.b 13.a 14.d 15.c

I.

II.

1. Stop telling me about this tournament. I don't care about it. 2. We have decided to do up our sitting room in August. 3. Martin's condition was rather bad, but after a series ot antibiotic injections he got over his iIIness. 4. Untortunately, our secret plans had been given away by someone betore we managed to put them into practice.

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5. The switchboard operator told me to hold on betore she made the connection. 6. The inscription on the label was written in such a smali print that I could hardly make it out. 7. Mr Blackley will take over. 8. At first, they seemed to be amazed at Peter's offer of two thousand pounds, but in the end, they turned it down. 9. It's essential that you hand in the documents in person by Thursday. 10. Alice is going to put in for the job of a sales assistant in Newcastle. 11. A lorry ran into a tractor and the both drivers were slightly wounded. 12. The guide advised us to wrap up as cold weather was forecast. 13. Around midday, it started to rain heavily and the hikers had to wait for about halt an hour betore setting oft. 14. He stands out even in a large crowd because ot his great height. 15. Making any unauthorised alterations may bring about a failure of the machine. III.
1. judicious 2. gracetul 3. ordinary

6. precise 7. horrible
8. praiseworthy 9. innocent 10. puzzled

4. genuine 5. paintul
IV.

11. desperate 12. absorbing 13. idle 14. fatal 15. mean

1. 1'mnot in the habit of sleeping after work. 2. Little Tommy was looking forward to Christmas. 3. The young clerk was not capable ot dealing with this complicated matter. 4. Besides being a good sprinter, Alan is also a skilled jumper. 5. Several workers (were) opposed (to) joining the strike. 6. Nobody has borrowed my new lawnmower trom me. 7. Peter's hair really needs a) to be cut b) cutting. 8. I was made to open the safe by the attacker. 9. In spite of countless obstacles, Jim was successtul in building his own house. 10. 1'11 upstairs to make sure that they have already vacated the rooms. go

V.

1. b
2.d 3.b 4.a 5. a

6.d 7.d 8.c 9.b 10.d

11. a 12.b 13.b 14.a 15.c

16.c 17.d 18.b 19.a 20.d

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TEST5 1. Legend
2. ottspring

I.

3. elected
II.

4.gave 5. kept 6. taste

7. encountering 8. deteated

10. raise 11. promised 12. himself 11. departure 12. imagination 13. favourable 14. restless 15. wisdom

I.

9. hand
6. sensible 7. memorable 8. harmtul 9. resemblance 10. denial 11. fram 12. in 13. about 14. at 15. by

1. c 2. b 3.a

4. d 5.c 6.a

7. b 8.b 9.d

10.a 11.c 12.b

13.a 14.a 15.b 11. sight 12. complaints 13. outstanding 14. reliable 15. industrial 13. in 14. for 15. tram

1. comparison 2. residents 3. usage 4. fearful 5. developing/underdeveloped 1. In, tor 2. by 3. for 4. on, tor 5. about 6. at, under 7. trom 8.of 9. with 10. at

II.

1. reality 2. detinition 3.silence 4. intormative 5. ability / abilities 1. in 2. tor 3. in 4. tram 5. ot 6. by

6. expectations 7. contents 8. unemployment 9. extensive 10. engagement 7. in 8. at 9. ot 10. to 11. with 12. at

III.

III.

IV.

IV.

1. The building designer doesn't approve of the idea of a complete reconstruction. 2. Never before have we visited a more charming place. 3. My new assistant has a good / thoraugh knowledge of anaesthetics. 4. aur experiment will be carried out on condition that we gather enough money. 5. We haven't been in touch with each other for several months. 6. Mr Thompson does not think much of these innovations. 7. Michael works overtime with a view to paying off his debts. 8. Each of us has made an attempt a) at comforting the depressed patient. b) to comfort the depressed patient. 9. I was about to leave my office when the telephone rang. 10. Everybodyfailed a) in working out the correct answer. b) to work out the correct answer.

1. I had a strong determination to complete my dissertation by the end ol the month. 2. Father wants you to get rid of these disgusting insects. 3. On coming back home, we realized it had been braken Into. 4. He will do nothing but lie on the sofa all day round. 5. They say they are / have got bored with playing crlcket. 6. Andy went on a lone expedition without telling anybody aboLlIII 7. The moment it gets warmer, the spring flowers will bloom, 8. One of the relatives has made a statement on behalf of tha tf1OUrnlJlU

parentson television.

9. Did you have any difficulty in assembling the set? 10. We are having the tlat redecorated by a specialist.

V.

V.

1. risk 2. temper 3. wall 4. home 5. tune

6. fingers
7. weather

11.hand 12. flight 13. rule 14.lamb 15.sense

1. b 2.c 3.a 4.c 5.d

6. b 7.d 8.a 9. b 10.c

11.b 12.a 13.d 14.a 15.d

16.b 17.d 18.c 19.a 20. b

8. names 9.cash 10. log

TEST6 I. 1. c 2.c 3.a 4.c 5.d 6.a 7.b 8.c 9.a 10.d 11.a 12.c 13.b 14.c 15.d

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