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1 Unit 1 Vocabulary test Exercise 1 Choose the word that best completes each sentence. 1 My __________ reaction to his letter was to phone him and complain, but in the end I decided not to. A innate B direct C obvious D initial 2 The food at the hotel was excellent and the __________ were friendly and polite. A crew B staff C council D committee 3 When I visited Madrid for the first time, my __________ with the language meant that I could communicate fluently with everyone I met. A familiarity B knowledge C accomplishment D notification 4 I’m afraid you’ll have to make a decision at once. We have no time to __________. A save B spare C draw D adjust 5 When Jason blamed Meg __________ stealing his bike, she became furious. A on B over C about D for 6 There was a __________ change in our relationship after the argument – our friendship was no longer the same. A innate B negligible C faint D noticeable 7 Liz gave me Ben’s work number but forgot to __________ where he works. A claim B suggest C mention D chat 8 It took my sister some time to get used to living on an island, but __________ she began to like it. A initially B instantly C eventually D constantly 9 After careful consideration, we’ve come to the __________ that we can’t afford to move house. A intention B expectation C conclusion D prediction 10 He’s incredibly __________! He’d rather make a mistake than take someone else’s advice. A emotional B frustrated C sincere D stubborn Exercise 2 Use the word in capitals at the end of each line to form a word which completes the sentence correctly. 1 There were no ____________ to the plan so I went ahead and made all the necessary arrangements. 2 Trying to work with so many ____________ at home can be very frustrating. 3 On the day of the ____________ everyone goes out to vote. 4 Why are you so ____________ of Susan? Why don’t you trust her? 5 They won’t let you into the club if you’re ____________ dressed – that is, if you’re not wearing a tie. OBJECT DISTRACT ELECT SUSPICION APPROPRIATE 2 Exercise 3 Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence. Use the word given but do not change it. Use between two and five words, including the word given. 1 Well, think about the advantages: if you don’t pass your driving test, you won’t have to buy a car! bright Well, _____________________ : if you don’t pass your driving test, you won’t have to buy a car! 2 I don’t care which film you go to. I’m not coming anyway! bothered I _____________________ which film you go to. I’m not coming anyway! 3 Are you sure Mike is old enough to take care of a pet? look Are you sure Mike is old enough _____________________ pet? 4 My son communicates with his girlfriend in New York by email. keeps My son _____________________ his girlfriend in New York by email. 5 Can we meet whenever it’s convenient to discuss the details of the trip? convenience Can we meet _____________________ to discuss the details of the trip? Exercise 4 Choose the preposition that best completes each sentence below. 1 The trip to the mountains was great, but I picked on / up / off a terrible cold on our way back. 2 The school’s decision to change the date of the school dance brought over / round / about many complaints. 3 I was sure the blue car was Karen’s, but in the end it turned on / off / out I’d made a mistake. 4 Children come up with / into / to incredible excuses when they’re late for school. 5 Parents are not always right and they should back off / down / up when they realise they’ve made a mistake. Unit 2 Vocabulary test Exercise 1 Choose the word that best completes each sentence. 11 You can increase your body’s __________ to colds and flu by drinking plenty of fresh orange juice, which is a great source of Vitamin C. A firmness B intake C resistance D restriction 12 Despite knowing that it was a bad thing to do, Sam felt a strong __________ to steal the money. 3 A obsession B compulsion C exaggeration D outlet 13 The police kept the suspect under __________ twenty-four hours a day as they were afraid he would try and leave the country. A observation B treatment C resistance D obsession 14 British Rail apologise for the delay to this service, which is __________ to the breakdown of another train on the railway line ahead. A resulted B owed C because D due 15 I can’t give you an answer on the __________ – I’ll have to think about it for a few days. A place B minute C bet D spot 16 It’s difficult trying to work while you’re travelling. Why don’t you try buying a laptop – that might do the __________. A game B trick C spot D play 17 We were in a ‘No parking’ zone but Mark __________ the signs and parked his car anyway. A ignored B refused C opposed D neglected 18 Her asthma means that she gets __________ of breath after even the slightest physical exercise, such as climbing the stairs. A short B half C narrow D weak 19 I’m afraid I’m addicted __________ coffee. I can’t wake up nor work without it. A on B in C for D to 20 In the __________ of recent research, you should wear sun-cream on your face even in winter. A shadow B light C show D proof Exercise 2 Use the word in capitals at the end of each line to form a word which completes the sentence correctly. 6 I don’t know how far Madrid is, but if I have to make a ____________ guess, it must be about three hours by plane. 7 The young boy was ____________ about not being allowed to play outside. 8 I have a ____________ to make: it was me who broke your vase, I’m afraid. 9 Jamie disagreed with our plan and was ____________ to help us. 10 Our new table folds up for easier____________. SENSE RESENT CONFESS WILL STORE Exercise 3 Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence. Use the word given but do not change it. Use between two and five words, including the word given. 1 People believe Coca-Cola is the most popular drink in the world. regarded Coca-Cola _____________________ the most popular drink in the world. 2 Chinese dishes used to disgust me but now I’m a great fan of Chinese food. 4 turn Chinese dishes _____________________, but now I’m a great fan of Chinese food. 3 Ever since I was a teenager, I have loved cooking. keen Ever since I was a teenager, I _____________________ cooking. 4 When I saw my son writing on the wall for the tenth time, I got very angry and started shouting. temper When I saw my son writing on the wall for the tenth time, I _____________________ and started shouting. 5 The pouring rain forced us to go back home before we had finished our picnic. short The pouring rain forced us to _____________________ and go home. Exercise 4 Choose the word that best completes each sentence below. 6 I won’t earn much in this job, but I think I’ll go / get / run by until I find something better. 7 We must teach our children not to put / cut / look down on people who are poor. 8 If Stacey is a good friend, she certainly won’t give / tell / put away your secrets. 9 After working for years on the same salary, Mike decided to look / give / stand up for his rights and demand a pay rise. 10 OK, I’ve decided which car I prefer – now I need to put / turn / work out how to pay for it! Unit 3 Vocabulary test Exercise 1 Choose the word that best completes each sentence. 21 The Greek islands are very __________ with tourists in the summer. A keen B suited C popular D appealing 22 The school __________ students with the materials they need for artwork classes so you don’t need to buy anything. A provides B gives C points D indicates 23 The discovery of the steam engine was certainly a major __________ in science in the eighteenth century. A approach B breakthrough C expectation D outbreak 24 The doctor told us he’d have to stay in hospital longer because of unexpected __________. A aspects B factors C justifications D complications 25 This video __________ how you can record CDs using your PC. A samples B surveys C determines D demonstrates 5 26 I’m looking for the __________ to open the wine. Have you seen it anywhere? A corkscrew B screwdriver C spanner D lever 27 Playing sports is very important, of course, but students should take care not to __________ their studies. A decline B enhance C neglect D ignore 28 Walt Disney Productions has made some of the best __________ films in the history of cinema. A motive B animated C active D amateur 29 The old airport will be __________ to a huge park and a playing field. A converted B convicted C complemented D turned 30 The government issued a statement __________ the use of drugs in sports. A convicting B complaining C condemning D sentencing Exercise 2 Use the word in capitals at the end of each line to form a word which completes the sentence correctly. 11 The broken air-conditioning in the theatre caused great ____________ to the audience. 12 Your son’s recent work, Mrs Perry, is an ____________ that he’s making good progress. 13 The school has set up an ____________ committee to help parents with particular problems. 14 I’d never have imagined such an ____________ performance from such a well-known cast! 15 The ____________ of the environment is something that concerns all of us. COMFORT INDICATE ADVISE AMATEUR DESTROY Exercise 3 Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence. Use the word given but do not change it. Use between two and five words, including the word given. 1 She was told off by her father when he discovered she had been staying out late. trouble She got _____________________ her father when he discovered she had been staying out late. 2 Neither of the twins resembles their mother – they both have black hair like their dad. after Neither of the twins _____________________ – they both have black hair like their dad. 3 The school hasn’t organised any outdoor activities until now, but they might do so this year. date The school hasn’t organised _____________________, but they might do so this year. 4 Although journalists need interesting stories, they should always print the truth. 6 obligation Although journalists need interesting stories, they _____________________ print the truth. 5 The demonstration was peaceful at first, but eventually the police and the protesters began to fight. broke The demonstration was peaceful at first, but eventually _____________________ the police and protesters. Exercise 4 Choose the preposition that best completes each sentence below. 11 The first thing I do when I go home is to sort in / out / off any mail that has arrived. 12 The company was set up / off / out in 1993, and since then it has done business all over the world. 13 The teacher pointed on / in / out that she wouldn’t accept any homework which was handed in late. 14 OK, I shouldn’t have said all those things about your family – I take everything over / back / off. 15 There is growing concern that a new war might break out / up / down in the Middle East. Unit 4 Vocabulary test Exercise 1 Choose the word that best completes each sentence. 31 I’m afraid there’s no __________ of improvement in your work – you’ll need to try harder than this. A signal B sign C light D point 32 After olive oil is extracted from the olives, it is stored in metal or plastic __________. A containers B spaces C boxes D cartons 33 I disagree with parents __________ their views on their children without giving them the chance to think for themselves. A pouring B imposing C straining D protesting 34 Pollution will __________ all of us sooner or later unless we do something about it. A spoil B injure C harm D wound 35 When we decided to have our block of flats renovated, quite a few of the __________ complained about the high cost. A inhabitants B hosts C members D residents 36 Before you accuse Brian of lying to you, you must __________ any doubts you may have. A exploit B eliminate C shrug D notice 37 At first I refused to take part in the project, but Jake was so __________ that I finally gave in and agreed to help him out. A inclined B persistent C constant D continuous 7 38 He was always arguing with his colleagues, so eventually he was __________, but it was entirely his fault. A retreated B resolved C resigned D dismissed 39 As regards the colour of our new car, we were only given two __________: blue or green. A objectives B makes C features D alternatives 40 Picasso’s painting ‘Guernica’__________ the Spanish Civil War – in a modern style, of course. A depicts B features C imitates D establishes Exercise 2 Use the word in capitals at the end of each line to form a word which completes the sentence correctly. 16 The ____________ of sunlight in the deepest parts of the ocean means that only certain species may survive there. 17 ‘We regret any ____________ caused by the roadworks on the next three miles of the motorway.’ 18 The area in the north of the city is quite ____________, with several factories and production plants. 19 The survey shows that British people have the highest ____________ of sugar compared with other Europeans. 20 It’s ____________ talking to Joanna – she’ll never change her mind. ABSENT CONVENIENT INDUSTRY CONSUME POINT Exercise 3 Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence. Use the word given but do not change it. Use between two and five words, including the word given. 1 If you bothered to read the reports I give you, you wouldn’t ask me such silly questions. trouble If you _____________________ the reports I give you, you wouldn’t ask me such silly questions. 2 The old couple were deceived by the innocent look on the thief’s face and let him into their house. taken The old couple _____________________ the innocent look on the thief’s face and let him into their house. 3 I don’t expect you to solve the problem on your own, but it would help if you could think think of some ideas. come I don’t expect you to solve the problem on your own, but it would help if you could _____________________ some ideas. 4 Tim’s rude behaviour towards his parents is unacceptable – they really ought to do something about it. order Tim’s rude behaviour towards his parents _____________________ – they really ought to do something about it. 8 5 I think you should consider all the advantages and disadvantages of the job before you make your decision. cons I think you should consider _____________________ of the job before you make your decision. Exercise 4 Complete each sentence below with the appropriate preposition. 16 The thought of waking up at six in the morning put me _______ going on the excursion. 17 Don’t worry about the missing book. If it’s in the house, it’ll turn _______ somewhere eventually. 18 Susan, remember to lock up the house before you set _______ for the airport, OK? 19 I know it’s short notice, and I’m sorry for putting you _______ like this, but could you babysit tonight instead of tomorrow? 20 It’s common practice for teachers to ask weaker students to team _______ with stronger ones for better results. Unit 5 Vocabulary test Exercise 1 Choose the word that best completes each sentence. 41 I was making my __________ home, when I realised I’d left my glasses at school. A route B way C path D lane 42 In __________ of sightseeing, Egypt has some wonderful attractions, but getting around can be difficult. A terms B relevance C spite D way 43 If you don’t __________ staying in tonight, there’s a good film on at the Palladium cinema. A desire B bother C mind D fancy 44 My friend Janet never took any notice of company regulations, which __________ led to her dismissal from the job. A momentarily B inevitably C unbearably D thoroughly 45 Your friends might be able to help, but I think you’d be __________ off trying to solve the problem on your own. A better B pretty C fast D well 46 The Athens 2004 Olympic Opening Ceremony was truly spectacular, and all the spectators __________ and clapped with excitement. A nodded B praised C cheered D banged 47 Unless you return the money immediately, you risk being __________ with theft and getting into serious trouble. A accused B charged C blamed D pointed 48 It is sad how __________ some people are nowadays – they don’t take a minute to think about anyone else except themselves. A inconsiderate B decent C unwise D inadequate 9 49 Don’t even think about coming into the house with those __________ shoes on, Rob! Take them off before you come into my clean kitchen! A shiny B spotless C rusty D filthy 50 Our car is quite old but in excellent __________ – it’s still very reliable. A situation B position C condition D register Exercise 2 Use the word in capitals at the end of each line to form a word which completes the sentence correctly. 21 Our travel agent called to let us know that the dates of our trip had changed, but ____________ to add that we could get a refund if we didn’t agree with the new dates. 22 It is ____________ to leave children playing on the beach without someone watching them. 23 I always thought Ian was a sensible young man, so I was really surprised at the ____________ of his views regarding the environment. 24 General Higgins has devoted his entire life to the army, and most young officers are ____________ of him and his achievements. 25 Despite what she said, Mum was ____________ shocked when I told her I’d failed the test. HASTE ADVISE MATURE RESPECT VISION Exercise 3 Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence. Use the word given but do not change it. Use between two and five words, including the word given. 1 Do you mind if I don’t come to work next Monday? take Do you mind if I ____________________________? 2 To help us sell our house more easily, we decided to pay someone to redecorate it while we were away. redecorated To help us sell our house more easily, we decided ____________________________ while we were away. 3 As we don’t know when we might be able to visit Tunisia again, let’s try to do as much as we can. most As we don’t know when we might be able to come again, let’s _____________________ our visit to Tunisia. 4 Tim was really lucky to avoid having an accident: if he hadn’t reacted so quickly, he would have crashed. escape Tim _____________________: if he hadn’t reacted so quickly, he would have crashed. 5 Would you like to choose what to have from the buffet, or would you like me to serve you, sir? help 10 Would you like _____________________ from the buffet, or would you like me to serve you, sir? Exercise 4 Complete each sentence below with the appropriate verb. 21 It’s getting pretty late; why don’t you spend the night with us? Ben’s away so we can _______ you up in his room. 22 OK, I’ll call the bus station and ask if there’s a bus to Hull tomorrow morning. I’ll _______ up their number in the phone book. 23 To apply for the post you need to bring us a CV and _______ in this form with your personal details. 24 In the USA, Halloween is a special day for children, when they _______ up as witches and wizards and go out singing from house to house. 25 It was an hour later that it finally _______ on me that Mike wasn’t going to come after all. Unit 6 Vocabulary test Exercise 1 Choose the word that best completes each sentence. 51 I really felt sorry for the poor dog __________ outside in the cold, so I let it in and gave it some food. A swinging B swaying C sweating D shivering 52 When I saw the toys __________ all over the boys’ bedroom, I went downstairs and asked them to go and tidy up immediately. A outstretched B dashed C scattered D exhibited 53 ‘And I’ll never come back again!’ she shouted and __________ the door as she left the room. A stumbled B slammed C shrank D grabbed 54 We heard something coming our way so we __________ through the fog to see what it was, but without success. A peered B peeped C glared D saw 55 Students who don’t revise regularly are generally more __________ to making the same mistakes again and again. A prone B likely C attentive D capable 56 I’m not particularly fond of tennis so I don’t think I’ll join you this evening – __________, it looks like it’s going to rain, so we wouldn’t be able to play anyway. A beside B apart C besides D however 57 Don’t you just hate it when people you know __________ they don’t see you when you run into them in the street? A occur B appear C seem D pretend 58 If the weather __________ any further, we might not be able to get home, and we’ll have to spend the night here. A reinforces B spoils C deteriorates D harshens [...]... words, including the word given 1 The hotel was superb, but, of course, it wasn’t cheap! anything The hotel was superb, but, of course, _ cheap! 2 When you are in a bad mood, things often seem worse than they really are It’s important to see things clearly and calmly perspective When you are in a bad mood, things often seem worse than they really are It’s important to _ 3 I had made... two hours 29 If you print all those brochures, you’ll use _ all the ink in the printer and we won’t be able to print anything else tonight – leave them for tomorrow 30 This English language course consists _ a coursebook, a workbook and three class cassettes Unit 7 Vocabulary test Exercise 1 Choose the word that best completes each sentence 61 Well, with a of luck and no traffic, we might get... predict possible problem areas prior _ next week’s discussions over new contracts Unit 10 Vocabulary test Exercise 1 Choose the word that best completes each sentence 91 Everything included, the cost of our new living room came to a total of ₤ 10,000 A grand B great C gross D full 92 The Best Invention this year was given to Jason Mayers A Reward B Brand C Factor D Award 93 On Christmas Eve,... words, including the word given 1 We bought this beautiful kitchen table very cheaply because the shop was closing down next We bought this beautiful kitchen table _ because the shop was closing down 2 Mr Hayes is a caring teacher who notices his students’ slightest problems and helps them out picks Mr Hayes is a caring teacher who _ slightest problems and helps them out 3 As soon... Sue for a cup of coffee and catch up / over / in on the latest news in our neighbourhood 34 Has it never occurred at / to / for you that some people might not want to go out every single night? 35 Walking in the woods, I hit my head on the branch of a tree, and when I came out / over / round I was lying on the ground face down Unit 8 Vocabulary test Exercise 1 Choose the word that best completes each... years later, when we came back to Greece, we tried to track on / down / over our old friends who we’d lost contact with 15 39 Mike was very upset about my decision to change jobs, but when we talked it up / off / over, he calmed down 40 It’s no surprise that students don’t go along / over / through with the idea of taking more exams than they already do Unit 9 Vocabulary test Exercise 1 Choose the... 50 Robbie’s teacher told him he wasn’t doing very well in class and should try harder to keep _ with his classmates Unit 11 Vocabulary test Exercise 1 Choose the word that best completes each sentence 101 Boots, the well-known chemist’s chain in the UK, sells virtually everything On their shelves you can find products from medicine to sandwiches! A fluctuating B rating C ranging D ranking 102... questions and embarrassing other people A reserved B Nosy C dull D humble 110 Liz deliberately told Andy some lies about his girlfriend, just to make him feel angry and sad What a thing to do! A tough B daft C fussy D wicked Exercise 2 Use the word in capitals at the end of each line to form a word which completes the sentence correctly 51 Cruelty to animals is condemned – yet nothing is done... Regarding the tickets, we should probably book seats on the bus in advance concerned As far _ , we should probably book seats on the bus in advance 2 The boy could not explain why the money was missing from the draw account The boy _ why the money was missing from the draw 3 It’s amazing how some comedians don’t laugh even though they say such funny things straight It’s amazing how... to ask my parents for help 5 Sarah has a very high opinion of herself She really thinks she is better than everyone else cut Sarah has a very high opinion of herself She really thinks she _ everyone else Exercise 4 Complete each sentence below with the appropriate preposition 56 Before we start the meeting, I think I’d better fill you _ on the changes we’ve made to the contract 57 Saturday . those things about your family – I take everything over / back / off. 15 There is growing concern that a new war might break out / up / down in the Middle East. Unit 4 Vocabulary test . print anything else tonight – leave them for tomorrow. 30 This English language course consists _______ a coursebook, a workbook and three class cassettes. Unit 7 Vocabulary test Exercise. cheap! anything The hotel was superb, but, of course, _____________________ cheap! 2 When you are in a bad mood, things often seem worse than they really are. It’s important to see things clearly