MOCK TEST 28

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following
questions.
Question 16: Alice registered for the course. She then received the scholarship.
A. Hardly had Alice registered for the course when she received the scholarship.
B. Only after Alice registered for the course has she received the scholarship.
C. Having received the scholarship, Alice registered for the course.
D. Registering for the course helped Alice receive the scholarship.
Question 17: Ann always keeps up with the latest fashions. She works for a famous fashion house.
A. Despite working for a famous fashion house, Ann hardly keeps up with the latest fashions.
B. Ann always keeps up with the latest fashions so as not to work for a famous fashion house.
C. Worked for a famous fashion house, Ann always keeps up with the latest fashions.
D. Ann works for a famous fashion house so she always catches the fashion trends.
Question 18: She helped us a lot with our project. We couldn't continue without her.
A. Unless we had her contribution, we couldn’t continue with the project.
B. But for her contribution, we couldn’t have continued with the project.
C. If she hadn't contributed positively, we couldn't have continued with the project.
D. Provided her contribution wouldn't come, we couldn't continue with the project.
Question 19: They are in a dilemma. They can’t decide on how to tackle the financial crisis.
A. They can’t decide to tackle the financial crisis on the spur of the moment.
B. They are caught between the devil and the deep blue sea about how to tackle the financial crisis.
C. They don’t have a leg to stand on when it comes to the way of tackling the financial crisis.
D. They hit the nail on the head as far as the way of tackling the financial crisis is concerned.
Question 20: “I do wish you’d stop biting your nails, Brian. It really annoys me!” Brian’s mother said to him.
A. Brian’s mother told him to stop to bite his nails because it really annoyed her.
B. Brian’s mother didn’t like to stop biting his nails because it really annoys her.
C. Brian’s mother didn’t like him to bite his nails because it got on her nerves.
D. Brian’s mother didn’t like him to bite his nails because it was annoyed.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in
pronunciation in each of the following questions.
1.A. inadequate B. navigate C. necessitate D. candidate
2.A. prescription B. preparation C. preliminary D. presumption
3.A. reserve B. preserve C. conserve D. deserve
0.A. unanimously         B. umpire      C. unabated               D. unarmed
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the rest in the position of the main stress.
2. A. preferable B. speculative C. premature D. undercut
4.A. premature B. sympathetic C. diplomatic D. anaesthetic
5.A. architecture B. imprecision C. comprehension D. apprehension
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer in each of the
questions.
Technology continually disrupts almost every area of our lives, resulting in constant shifts across all segments of our society. The
education sector is no exception. In fact, the nature of its target audience - mostly young and highly connected - means that the sector must
adapt to accommodate their expectations. Most students have grown up online and will expect the same levels of technology in their learning
environments as in their day to day lives.
Creating an effective digital learning environment is not just about offering convenience and familiarity to students, however. The
consequences for their futures if we don't keep pace are manifold and damaging. Lack of opportunity is one major threat, because limited or
no access to technology will result in a greater divide and discrepancy between certain categories of student. Crucially, students' potential
success could be severely compromised by lack of technical proficiency. As a minimum, employers want graduates who are adept at using
technology to connect, communicate, and collaborate with workplace technology.
Yet with the right technology platform, solutions and industry partners, universities are starting to create next-generation learning
environments that effectively prepare students for the future by offering access to the tools they need while also providing a fulfilling
learning experience. Digital technology can supply the framework to support new learning approaches that engage students, bolster new
revenue streams, cut operational costs and preserve highly valued school and university brands and reputations. For example, the ability to
connect with outside experts or even lecturers with other schools and universities could increase the number of courses offered and attract
more students.
For both students and teachers, ubiquitous connectivity facilitates greater collaboration, enabling people to develop increasingly connected
communities in their chosen fields. Being more available to students can also empower teachers to deliver more innovative, exciting lectures,
whether face-to-face or online, while offering more personalised feedback and mentoring. It's now easier for students to engage on their own
terms and no longer having to travel across campus for every single meeting makes it easier for leaders and faculty members to work
together, too.
Effective digital transformation isn't just about technology, though. It requires a willingness to adopt technology in new ways, beyond
administrative process. It must be continual and evolutionary in order to enhance teaching and learning and improve efficiency. It also
necessitates collaborative working; vision and leadership; culture; process and methodology — and the technology itself.
(Adapted from https.i/www.timeshiglzereducation.coml)
Question 1: Which of the following could be the best title of the passage?
A. Digital Evolution Creates a New Approach to Learning.
B. How do you Define Digital Learning? Shared by Angels
C. Web-based Learning can Nurture Star Employees
D. Worrying over an E-learning Pigeonhole.
Question 2: According to paragraph 1, why must education segment adapt to technology- oriented changes?
A. to ensure the connectivity between the students and online classes.
B. to live up to the parents 'expectations of the online class standard.
C. to meet the requirements of the students having grown up online.
D. to stimulate high- tech learning among the tech-savvy generation.
Question 3: The word "compromised" in paragraph 2 is CLOSEST in meaning to
A. demotivated B. reinforced C. transferred D. harmed
Question 4: What does the word "they" in paragraph 3 refer to?
A. universities B. environments C. graduates D. students
Question 5: According to paragraph 3, which of the following is NOT MENTIONED as one of the advantages of electronic learning?
A. Digital learning showcases the innovative and receptive image of the schools.
B. Adaptive learning enables students to cut down on travel time and cost.
C. High-tech learning allows easier control on the information from industry partners.
D. E-learning creates new approaches to market lectures and learning experiences.
Question 6: The word "bolster" in paragraph 3 is CLOSEST in meaning to
A. deter B. improve C. yield D. provoke
Question 7: Which of the following statements in TRUE?
A. With tech-enhanced strategies, teachers can provide students with tedious lessons.
B. Recruiters seek for alumni who are competent at using technology in their work.
C. Learning is still restricted within the walls of a classroom.
D. Digital learning means merely providing students with access to devices.
Question 8: The word "transformation" in paragraph 3 is CLOSEST in meaning to
A. stagnation B. revolution C. retardation D. provocation
Question 9: What can be inferred from the passage?
A. Technology may change the role of teachers but it will never eliminate the need for them.
B. Technological education may rob students of uniformity in exchange for individuality.
C. It's hard to keep up with the latest and greatest advancements in educational technology.
D. A digital learning environment isn't just about convenience but about the future.
Question 10: The word "necessitates" in paragraph 3 is NOT CLOSEST in meaning to
A. requires B. needs C. demands D. discards
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the
following questions.
Question 1: It is believed that the plane crash was caused by electrical malfunction of its navigation system.
A. breaking through B. breaking in C. breaking down D. breaking up
Question 2: Because of the baby boom of the 1980s, preschools in the U.S. have proliferated.
A. changed in philosophy B. become more expensive
C. become more crowded D. increased in numbers
Question 3. Though many scientific breakthroughs have resulted from mishaps it has made brilliant thinkers realize their potential.
A. misfortunes B. accidents C. incidentals D. schedules
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of
the following questions.
Question 1: Julia is on the horns of the dilemma; she just wonders whether to go for a picnic with her friends or to stay at home with her
family.
A. unwilling to make a decision B. able to make a choice
C. eager to make a plan D. unready to make up her mind
Question 2: Some people choose to assimilate into the new culture when migrating to another country.
A. integrate into B. adapt to C. separate from D. prevent from
Question 3. It was so audacious of him to burgle the shop when its owner was right next to him.
A. vicious B. fearful C. loath D. bold
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Question 5: "Can't you read?" Mary said,
A. and angrily pointing to the notice. B. pointing angrily to the notice.
C. angrily pointed to the notice. D. and pointed angrily the notice
Question 6: “I’m ______ to listen to your pathetic excuses.” She said.
A. sick and tired B. in no mood
C. having enough D. sick to death
Question 7: “There’s no need to stand on ceremony. _______in.” said a disembodied voice from the kitchen.
A. Plough B. Burrow C. Fork D. Dig
Question 8: About half of the rope _______ is used by the marine and fishing industries.
A. producing B. having produced C. produced D. to be producing
Question 9: She’s a bit down in the ______ at the moment – her husband has just lost his job.
A. world B. dumps C. heart D. bottom
Question 10: Manufacturer Johnson & Johnson released data on March 1, 2021 showing that its _______ version provided strong
protection against COVID-19.
A. single-dose B. single-file C. single-harelip D. single-cell
Question 11. I'll say this much for him - he never leaves a_________of work unfinished.
A. bar B. piece C. pack D. tube
Question 12: Paleontologists have come to no definite conclusions as to ______ there have been periodic mass extinctions throughout pre-
history.
A. what B. why C. which D. that
Question 13: I wish you would stop sitting on the _______ and decide whose side you’re on.
A. fence B. crossroads C. wall D. middle
Question 14: New Age music is ___ genre of music whose purpose is psychological, as it creates ____peaceful environment,
providing______ background for______ listener to reflect, contemplate, rest and do light exercises.
A. a/a/a/the B. the/x/the/a C. a/x/the/the D. the /a/x/a
Question 15: I had______ got home ______ people began ringing to ask what was going on.
A. neither / nor B. no sooner / when C. either / or D. hardly / when
Question 16: Florida, _______ the Sunshine state, attracts many tourists per year.
A. known as B. is known C. is known as D. it is known as
Question 17: The candidate still expects to be re-elected ______ the results of the latest opinion poll.
A. apart B. without C. nevertheless D. notwithstanding
Question 18: Not until Kentucky's Mammoth Cave had been completely explored in 1972 ______.
A. did its full extent realize B. that its full extent was realized
C. was its full extent realized D. the realization of its full extent
Question 19: Of course you won't become more intelligent if you eat a lot of fish - that's just an old ______ tale.
A. maids' B. ladies' C. mothers’ D. wives'
Question 20: Does Sheila work full time at the supermarket? - No, only ______ when they need extra staff.
A. in and out B. on and off C. by and by D. up and around
Question 21: Those campers are really ______. They have no idea how to set up a tent.
A. white B. blue C. green D. black
Question 22: Trade ______ from bad to worse and staff ______ redundant now.
A. has gone - are being made B. have gone - is made
C. went - has made D. had gone - are made
Question 23: It is a ______.
A. blue polyester sleeping bag B. polyester sleeping blue bag
C. blue sleeping polyester bag D. sleeping blue polyester bag
Choose the correct answer A, B, C, or D to indicate the sentence that best completes each of the following exchanges
Question 1. Mary is talking to David about the benefits of volunteering.
Mary:"As far as I know, doing charity is a really beneficial work which helps a lot for individuals and society as a whole"-David:__"
A. I take part in this campaign. B. You have a point there.
C. That sounds great. D. That's fine for me.
Question 2: Jack failed the driving test again.
Jack: “Failed again, I’m afraid.”
You: “______”
A. Well, good luck. B. Oh, hard luck. C. Lucky you. D. I’m not sure.
Question 3: Tom and John are leaving the classroom.
John: "What's the matter with you, Tom? You seem to_________ – Torn: "I'm having a job interview tomorrow"
A. have ants in your pants B. fly by the seat of your pants
C. give a shirt off one's back D. be tied to your mother's apron strings
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits
each of the numbered blanks.
ANIMAL WATCH: VOICE FROM THE WILD
Are you in favor of taking part in the battle to save the world's wildlife? Animal Watch is the book which will (0) ______ you in
the fight for survival that faces many of our endangered animals and show how they struggle teetering on the (1) ______. of extinction. As
you enjoy the book's 250 pages and over 150 colour photographs, you will have the (2) ______ of knowing that part of your purchase
money is being used to help animals (3) ______. From the comfort of your armchair, you will be able to observe the world's animals close-
up and explore their habitats. You will also discover the staggering and severe (4) ______ of human (5) ______ for land, flesh and skins.
Animal Watch is packed with fascinating facts. Did you know that polar bears cover their black noses with their (5) ______ so
they can hunt their prey in the snow without being seen, for example? Or that for each orangutan which is captured, one has to die?
This superb (7) ______ has so impressed Britain's leading wildlife charity that it has been chosen as Book of the Year, a title
awarded to books which are considered to have made a major contribution to wildlife conservation. You will find Animal Watch at a
special low (8) ______ price at all good bookshops, but hurry while (9) ______ last.
Question 0. A. combine B. involve C. bring D. lead
Question 1. A. rim B. brink C. cliff D. edge
Question 2. A. satisfaction B. enjoyment C. virtue D. value
Question 3. A. preserve B. conserve C. revive D. survive
Question 4. A. implications B. explications C. hints D. clues
Question 5. A. greed B. interest C. care D. concern
Question 6. A. feet B. claws C. paws D. toes
Question 7. A. publicity B. periodical C. publication D. reference
Question 8. A. beginning B. preparatory C. original D. introductory
Question 9. A. stores B. stocks C. goods D. funds
KEYS
 MOCK TEST 28
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following
questions.
Question 16: Alice registered for the course. She then received the scholarship.
A. Hardly had Alice registered for the course when she received the scholarship.
B. Only after Alice registered for the course has she received the scholarship.
C. Having received the scholarship, Alice registered for the course.
D. Registering for the course helped Alice receive the scholarship.
Question 17: Ann always keeps up with the latest fashions. She works for a famous fashion house.
A. Despite working for a famous fashion house, Ann hardly keeps up with the latest fashions.
B. Ann always keeps up with the latest fashions so as not to work for a famous fashion house.
C. Worked for a famous fashion house, Ann always keeps up with the latest fashions.
D. Ann works for a famous fashion house so she always catches the fashion trends.
Question 18: She helped us a lot with our project. We couldn't continue without her.
A. Unless we had her contribution, we couldn’t continue with the project.
B. But for her contribution, we couldn’t have continued with the project.
C. If she hadn't contributed positively, we couldn't have continued with the project.
D. Provided her contribution wouldn't come, we couldn't continue with the project.
Question 19: They are in a dilemma. They can’t decide on how to tackle the financial crisis.
A. They can’t decide to tackle the financial crisis on the spur of the moment.
B. They are caught between the devil and the deep blue sea about how to tackle the financial crisis.
C. They don’t have a leg to stand on when it comes to the way of tackling the financial crisis.
D. They hit the nail on the head as far as the way of tackling the financial crisis is concerned.
Question 20: “I do wish you’d stop biting your nails, Brian. It really annoys me!” Brian’s mother said to him.
A. Brian’s mother told him to stop to bite his nails because it really annoyed her.
B. Brian’s mother didn’t like to stop biting his nails because it really annoys her.
C. Brian’s mother didn’t like him to bite his nails because it got on her nerves.
D. Brian’s mother didn’t like him to bite his nails because it was annoyed.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in
pronunciation in each of the following questions.
1.A. inadequate B. navigate C. necessitate D. candidate
2.A. prescription B. preparation C. preliminary D. presumption
3.A. reserve B. preserve C. conserve D. deserve
0.A. unanimously         B. umpire      C. unabated               D. unarmed
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the rest in the position of the main stress.
2. A. preferable B. speculative C. premature D. undercut
4.A. premature B. sympathetic C. diplomatic D. anaesthetic
5.A. architecture B. imprecision C. comprehension D. apprehension
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer in each of the
questions.
Technology continually disrupts almost every area of our lives, resulting in constant shifts across all segments of our society. The
education sector is no exception. In fact, the nature of its target audience - mostly young and highly connected - means that the sector must
adapt to accommodate their expectations. Most students have grown up online and will expect the same levels of technology in their learning
environments as in their day to day lives.
Creating an effective digital learning environment is not just about offering convenience and familiarity to students, however. The
consequences for their futures if we don't keep pace are manifold and damaging. Lack of opportunity is one major threat, because limited or
no access to technology will result in a greater divide and discrepancy between certain categories of student. Crucially, students' potential
success could be severely compromised by lack of technical proficiency. As a minimum, employers want graduates who are adept at using
technology to connect, communicate, and collaborate with workplace technology.
Yet with the right technology platform, solutions and industry partners, universities are starting to create next-generation learning
environments that effectively prepare students for the future by offering access to the tools they need while also providing a fulfilling
learning experience. Digital technology can supply the framework to support new learning approaches that engage students, bolster new
revenue streams, cut operational costs and preserve highly valued school and university brands and reputations. For example, the ability to
connect with outside experts or even lecturers with other schools and universities could increase the number of courses offered and attract
more students.
For both students and teachers, ubiquitous connectivity facilitates greater collaboration, enabling people to develop increasingly connected
communities in their chosen fields. Being more available to students can also empower teachers to deliver more innovative, exciting lectures,
whether face-to-face or online, while offering more personalised feedback and mentoring. It's now easier for students to engage on their own
terms and no longer having to travel across campus for every single meeting makes it easier for leaders and faculty members to work
together, too.
Effective digital transformation isn't just about technology, though. It requires a willingness to adopt technology in new ways, beyond
administrative process. It must be continual and evolutionary in order to enhance teaching and learning and improve efficiency. It also
necessitates collaborative working; vision and leadership; culture; process and methodology — and the technology itself.
(Adapted from https.i/www.timeshiglzereducation.coml)
Question 1: Which of the following could be the best title of the passage?
E. Digital Evolution Creates a New Approach to Learning.
F. How do you Define Digital Learning? Shared by Angels
G. Web-based Learning can Nurture Star Employees
H. Worrying over an E-learning Pigeonhole.
Question 2: According to paragraph 1, why must education segment adapt to technology- oriented changes?
E. to ensure the connectivity between the students and online classes.
F. to live up to the parents 'expectations of the online class standard.
G. to meet the requirements of the students having grown up online.
H. to stimulate high- tech learning among the tech-savvy generation.
Question 3: The word "compromised" in paragraph 2 is CLOSEST in meaning to
A. demotivated B. reinforced C. transferred D. harmed
Question 4: What does the word "they" in paragraph 3 refer to?
A. universities B. environments C. graduates D. students
Question 5: According to paragraph 3, which of the following is NOT MENTIONED as one of the advantages of electronic learning?
E. Digital learning showcases the innovative and receptive image of the schools.
F. Adaptive learning enables students to cut down on travel time and cost.
G. High-tech learning allows easier control on the information from industry partners.
H. E-learning creates new approaches to market lectures and learning experiences.
Question 6: The word "bolster" in paragraph 3 is CLOSEST in meaning to
A. deter B. improve C. yield D. provoke
Question 7: Which of the following statements in TRUE?
E. With tech-enhanced strategies, teachers can provide students with tedious lessons.
F. Recruiters seek for alumni who are competent at using technology in their work.
G. Learning is still restricted within the walls of a classroom.
H. Digital learning means merely providing students with access to devices.
Question 8: The word "transformation" in paragraph 3 is CLOSEST in meaning to
A. stagnation B. revolution C. retardation D. provocation
Question 9: What can be inferred from the passage?
E. Technology may change the role of teachers but it will never eliminate the need for them.
F. Technological education may rob students of uniformity in exchange for individuality.
G. It's hard to keep up with the latest and greatest advancements in educational technology.
H. A digital learning environment isn't just about convenience but about the future.
Question 10: The word "necessitates" in paragraph 3 is NOT CLOSEST in meaning to
A. requires B. needs C. demands D. discards
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the
following questions.
Question 1: It is believed that the plane crash was caused by electrical malfunction of its navigation system.
A. breaking through B. breaking in C. breaking down D. breaking up
Question 2: Because of the baby boom of the 1980s, preschools in the U.S. have proliferated.
A. changed in philosophy B. become more expensive
C. become more crowded D. increased in numbers
Question 3. Though many scientific breakthroughs have resulted from mishaps it has made brilliant thinkers realize their potential.
A. misfortunes B. accidents C. incidentals D. schedules
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of
the following questions.
Question 1: Julia is on the horns of the dilemma; she just wonders whether to go for a picnic with her friends or to stay at home with her
family.
A. unwilling to make a decision B. able to make a choice
C. eager to make a plan D. unready to make up her mind
Question 2: Some people choose to assimilate into the new culture when migrating to another country.
A. integrate into B. adapt to C. separate from D. prevent from
Question 3. It was so audacious of him to burgle the shop when its owner was right next to him.
A. vicious B. fearful C. loath D. bold
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Question 5: "Can't you read?" Mary said,
A. and angrily pointing to the notice. B. pointing angrily to the notice.
C. angrily pointed to the notice. D. and pointed angrily the notice
Question 6: “I’m ______ to listen to your pathetic excuses.” She said.
A. sick and tired B. in no mood
C. having enough D. sick to death
Question 7: “There’s no need to stand on ceremony. _______in.” said a disembodied voice from the kitchen.
A. Plough B. Burrow C. Fork D. Dig
Question 8: About half of the rope _______ is used by the marine and fishing industries.
A. producing B. having produced C. produced D. to be producing
Question 9: She’s a bit down in the ______ at the moment – her husband has just lost his job.
A. world B. dumps C. heart D. bottom
Question 10: Manufacturer Johnson & Johnson released data on March 1, 2021 showing that its _______ version provided strong
protection against COVID-19.
A. single-dose B. single-file C. single-harelip D. single-cell
Question 11. I'll say this much for him - he never leaves a_________of work unfinished.
A. bar B. piece C. pack D. tube
Question 12: Paleontologists have come to no definite conclusions as to ______ there have been periodic mass extinctions throughout pre-
history.
A. what B. why C. which D. that
Question 13: I wish you would stop sitting on the _______ and decide whose side you’re on.
A. fence B. crossroads C. wall D. middle
Question 14: New Age music is ___ genre of music whose purpose is psychological, as it creates ____peaceful environment,
providing______ background for______ listener to reflect, contemplate, rest and do light exercises.
A. a/a/a/the B. the/x/the/a C. a/x/the/the D. the /a/x/a
Question 15: I had______ got home ______ people began ringing to ask what was going on.
A. neither / nor B. no sooner / when C. either / or D. hardly / when
Question 16: Florida, _______ the Sunshine state, attracts many tourists per year.
A. known as B. is known C. is known as D. it is known as
Question 17: The candidate still expects to be re-elected ______ the results of the latest opinion poll.
A. apart B. without C. nevertheless D. notwithstanding
Question 18: Not until Kentucky's Mammoth Cave had been completely explored in 1972 ______.
A. did its full extent realize B. that its full extent was realized
C. was its full extent realized D. the realization of its full extent
Question 19: Of course you won't become more intelligent if you eat a lot of fish - that's just an old ______ tale.
A. maids' B. ladies' C. mothers’ D. wives'
Question 20: Does Sheila work full time at the supermarket? - No, only ______ when they need extra staff.
A. in and out B. on and off C. by and by D. up and around
Question 21: Those campers are really ______. They have no idea how to set up a tent.
A. white B. blue C. green D. black
Question 22: Trade ______ from bad to worse and staff ______ redundant now.
A. has gone - are being made B. have gone - is made
C. went - has made D. had gone - are made
Question 23: It is a ______.
A. blue polyester sleeping bag B. polyester sleeping blue bag
C. blue sleeping polyester bag D. sleeping blue polyester bag
Choose the correct answer A, B, C, or D to indicate the sentence that best completes each of the following exchanges
Question 1. Mary is talking to David about the benefits of volunteering.
Mary:"As far as I know, doing charity is a really beneficial work which helps a lot for individuals and society as a whole"-David:__"
A. I take part in this campaign. B. You have a point there.
C. That sounds great. D. That's fine for me.
Question 2: Jack failed the driving test again.
Jack: “Failed again, I’m afraid.”
You: “______”
A. Well, good luck. B. Oh, hard luck. C. Lucky you. D. I’m not sure.
Question 3: Tom and John are leaving the classroom.
John: "What's the matter with you, Tom? You seem to_________ – Torn: "I'm having a job interview tomorrow"
A. have ants in your pants B. fly by the seat of your pants
C. give a shirt off one's back D. be tied to your mother's apron strings
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits
each of the numbered blanks.
ANIMAL WATCH: VOICE FROM THE WILD
Are you in favor of taking part in the battle to save the world's wildlife? Animal Watch is the book which will (0) ______ you in
the fight for survival that faces many of our endangered animals and show how they struggle teetering on the (1) ______. of extinction. As
you enjoy the book's 250 pages and over 150 colour photographs, you will have the (2) ______ of knowing that part of your purchase
money is being used to help animals (3) ______. From the comfort of your armchair, you will be able to observe the world's animals close-
up and explore their habitats. You will also discover the staggering and severe (4) ______ of human (5) ______ for land, flesh and skins.
Animal Watch is packed with fascinating facts. Did you know that polar bears cover their black noses with their (5) ______ so
they can hunt their prey in the snow without being seen, for example? Or that for each orangutan which is captured, one has to die?
This superb (7) ______ has so impressed Britain's leading wildlife charity that it has been chosen as Book of the Year, a title
awarded to books which are considered to have made a major contribution to wildlife conservation. You will find Animal Watch at a
special low (8) ______ price at all good bookshops, but hurry while (9) ______ last.
Question 0. A. combine B. involve C. bring D. lead
Question 1. A. rim B. brink C. cliff D. edge
Question 2. A. satisfaction B. enjoyment C. virtue D. value
Question 3. A. preserve B. conserve C. revive D. survive
Question 4. A. implications B. explications C. hints D. clues
Question 5. A. greed B. interest C. care D. concern
Question 6. A. feet B. claws C. paws D. toes
Question 7. A. publicity B. periodical C. publication D. reference
Question 8. A. beginning B. preparatory C. original D. introductory
Question 9. A. stores B. stocks C. goods D. funds