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CHOOSE THE OPTION THAT BEST FITS EACH BLANK.

1. Marry generally gets _____ her classmates.
A. along well with B. well along
C. well along with
D. well with along
2. If you talked less and _____ more, wed finish a lot faster.
A. had worked
B. have worked
C. worked
D. would work
3. _____ much of Friday afternoon in the gym, she decided to spend the evening at
home.
A. Having spent
B. She has spent
C. To spent
D. To have spent
4. It is raining heavily with rolls of thunder. We ______ such a terrible thunderstorm.
A. would never see B. had never seen
C. have never seen D. never see
A. ordering
B. making
C. having
D. doing
5. I really cant stand people _____ their garbage on public beaches.
A. to leave
B. that the leave
C. when leaving
D. leaving
6. How was your weekend? I was busy _____ things around the house.
A. by doing
B. doing
C. for doing
D. to do
7. _____ all the shareholders, I would like to express our great thanks to you.
A. In view of
B. On behalf of
C. With respect to
D. In advance of
8. I am afraid that these regulations have to be _____ with.
A. complied
B. provided
C. faced
D. met
9. As the drug took _____, the boy became quieter.
A. force
B. action
C. influence
D. effect
10. Capital punishment was done _____ in Britain nearly half a century ago.
A. off by
B. away with
C. out for
D. over form
11. My best friend has moved to another town, but we still _____.
A. contact
B. keep in touch
C. keep pace with
D. get in touch
12. By _______ the household chores, he can help his mother after going home from
school.
READ THE TEXT THEN CHOOSE THE CORRECT ANSWER TO EACH OF THE
QUESTIONS.
Arthur Dove was an abstract nature painter whose work was radically different and
underappreciated in the American art scene. In fact, Dove was the first American artist to
paint in an entirely abstract manner. He painted a set of six abstract works around 1910, prior
to the European artist Wassily Kandinskys famous abstract compositions. Kandinskys
abstract work, however, complemented the cultural context in Europe, and was therefore
appreciated. Doves work had no similar cultural context in America.
Overall, Dove's abstract paintings did nothing to change American art. His work was not once
but twice orphaned: by the general indifference of the American public, and by his own
reclusive nature. Nevertheless, Dove's abstract paintings remain interesting compositions on
nature.
Dove once wrote, I would like to make something that is real in itself, or to be real without
looking like something else, that does not remind anyone of any other thing, and that does not
have to be explained, like the letter A for instance.

13. What is the main purpose of this passage?

A. to discuss the effects of Doves work on Europe
B. to compare the works of Dove and Kandinsky
C. to explain why Doves work is famous
D. to explain why Doves paintings did not change the American art scene
14. According to the passage, why werent Doves works noticed?
A. Because there were too many abstract nature painters at the time.
B. Because his paintings did nothing to change society.
C. Because they did not have a cultural context in America.
D. Because America was not interested in European painters
15. The word "orphaned" in the passage is closest in meaning to ____.
A. criticized
B. ignored
C. valued
D. destroyed
16. According to the passage, which of the following is NOT true about Dove and
Kandinsky?
A. One was popular, while the other not. C. They were both European painters.
B. Their works were somewhat similar.
D. They were both abstract artists.
17. The word "indifference" in the passage is the opposite of ____.
A. dislike
B. interest
C. joy
D. ignorance
18. Which of the following can be inferred from the reading?
A. Dove gave up painting because the American public did not care.
B. Doves work is more appreciated today than when it first appeared.
C. Dove did not have support from European artists.
D. Doves unsuccessful exhibition led him to change his style.
19. The paragraph following the passage world most probably be _____.
A. a discussion of why Doves work was orphaned
B. a discussion of the European art scene
C. a discussion of the differences between the works of Dove and Kandinsky
D. a discussion of Doves best paintings
CHOOSE THE WORD WHOSE MAIN STRESS POSITION IS DIFFERENT FROM
THE OTHERS.
20. A. personal
B. education
C. volunteer
D. elementary
21. A. intervention
B. pessimistic
C. centenarian
D. vulnerable
CHOOSE THE MOST SUITABLE RESPONSE TO COMPLETE EACH OF THE
FOLLOWING EXCHANGES.
22. "How about giving me a hand?" "_______."
A. I promise.
C. No, not yet.
B. Sure. I'd be glad to help.
D. You're welcome.
23. John: Has an announcement been made about the eight oclock flight to Paris?
Michael: _____.
A. Not yet
B. Yes, it was
C. I dont think that D. Sorry, I dont
CHOOSE THE WORD OR PHRASE THAT IS OPPOSITE IN MEANING TI THE
UNDERLINED PART.
24. I am on the same wave length with my boss, which is great.
A. am hated by
C. am in favour of
B. have a great time with
D. dont see eye to eye with
25. On being in an interview, you shouldnt exhibit any signs of anxiety.
A. show
B. express
C. hide
D. discuss

CHOOSE THE SENTENCE THAT IS CLOSEST IN MEANING TO THE GIVEN

ONE.
26. Payment must be paid at the time of booking.
A. You must pay before you book.
B. You are not allowed to pay when you book.
C. You must pay when you book.
D. Payment in advance is acceptable if you want to book.
27. Conan said to me: If I were you, I would read different types of books in different
ways
A. Conan ordered me to read different types of books in different ways.
B. I read different types of books in different ways to Conan as he told me.
C. Conan advised me to read different types od books in different ways.
D. I said to Conan to read different types of books in different ways.
28. He behaved so recklessly, so he would be disqualified from keeping his last job.
A. If he hadnt behaved so recklessly, he hadnt quit his last job.
B. Without his reckless behavior, he would have lost his last job.
C. If he hadnt behaved so recklessly, he wouldnt have been fired from his last job.
D. He didnt quit his job because he knew that he had behaved so recklessly.
CHOOSE THE WORD OR PHRASE THAT IS CLOSEST IN MEANING TO THE
UNDERLINED PART.
29. Not until all their demands had been turned down did the workers decide to go on
strike for more welfare.
A. rejected
B. sacked
C. reviewed
D. deleted
30. Few businesses are flourishing in the present economic climate.
A. taking off
B. setting up
C. growing well
D. closing down
CHOOSE THE WORD OR PHRASE THAT BEST FITS EACH BLANK.
The most famous diary in English was written by Samuel Pepys. It gives a detailed and
interesting (31) _____ of everyday life in England (32) _____ 1660 and 1669. Pepys writes
about important news stories of the time, like disease, an enemy navy sailing up the River
Thames and the Great Fire of London.
He also writes about himself, even about his (33) _____ - he often slept during church or look
at pretty girls. He describes his home life - a quarrel with his wife and how they became
friends again, his worries about her illness. As well as books, he liked music, the theater, card
games, and parties with good food and (34) _____ of fun. Pepys was a busy man who had
important (35) _____ - he was a Member of Parliament and President of the Royal Society.
He is also remembered for his work for the British Navy.
31. A. description
B. letter
C. notice
D. story
32. A. between
B. from
C. through
D. to
33. A. accidents
B. plans
C dreams
D. faults
34. A. amount
B. plenty
C. much
D. some
35. A. acts
B. hobbies
C. jobs
D. studies
CHOOSE THE SENTENCE THAT BEST COMBINES EACH PAIR OF THE
SENTENCES.
36. He took the food eagerly. He hadnt eaten anything since dawn.
A. He had eaten nothing since dawn although he took the food eagerly.
B. The food was taken at dawn and he had nothing to eat.
C. He had eaten something before but he took the food eagerly.
D. Having eaten nothing since dawn, he took the food eagerly.
37. They booked the hotel. They had stayed there on their honeymoon.

A.
B.
C.
D.

They booked the hotel where they had stayed on their honeymoon.
They booked the hotel where they had stayed there on their honeymoon.
They booked the hotel which they had stayed there on their honeymoon.
They booked the hotel which they had stayed on their honeymoon.

READ THE TEXT THEN CHOOSE THE CORRECT ANSWER TO EACH OF THE
QUESTIONS.
An American TV network has had an international hit with the drama "24. a thriller known
for its suspense and often graphic violence. Over the past year, controversy has surrounded
the series because of its portrayal of Muslim terrorists and its frequent scenes of torture. But
the content of 24 is not the only thing that would have been unthinkable on primetime
television 20 years ago. Its form also represents a major change in modem TV: during each
episodes 44 minutes a realtime hour, minus 16 minutes for commercials the show
connects the lives of 21 different characters, each with their own personalities and specific
relationships with other characters. Nine different story lines (or threads") arc depicted,
each involving events and information revealed in previous episodes.
For years many people have assumed that popular culture is in a state of decline rapidly
degenerating into junk culture" with no worthwhile purpose. But an interesting new book
challenges that assumption. Everything Bad is Good for You: How Todays Popular Culture
Is Actually Making Us Smarter," by Steven Johnson, makes a persuasive argument that
todays complex TV dramas and other pop culture Products gives healthy mental exercise. He
calls the use or complex, interwoven plot lines involving multiple characters
multithreading, and it is a new and growing phenomenon in TV to keep up with shows
like 24", he points out, you must pay attention, make inferences, track shifting social
relationships", and these cognitive challenges are changing our mental development for the
better.
The most obvious change in the last five years of narrative entertainment is the rise of reality
TV, Surely, you might be thinking, watching Survivor" or The Bachelor cannot possibly
raise anyone's IQ Survivor is now in its tenth season, and The Bachelor is in its seventh.
But as Johnson tells us lately even the junk has improved. The new reality shows are like
games: they arc series of competitive tests, each more challenging than the last, and with
rules that must be learned as you play. On Survivor" for instance, the participants and the
audience know the general objective of the game but each episode brings new challenges that
require quick thinking. Success in these games calls for the intellectual labor of finding the
weak spots in the rules and in your opponents. This labor is done not just by the stars of the
shows but the viewers at home as well. This is what makes these shows such fun to watch
the human mind enjoys being challenged. As Johnson writes, Theres real pleasure in
solving puzzles, detecting patterns or understanding a complex narrative system."
38. What is the topic of the passage?
A. The decline of TV today
C. Benefits of TV today
B. TV and culture
D. Why 24 became a hit
39. The word each in paragraph I refers to ____.
A. story lines
B. characters
C. episodes
D. personalities
40. The author begins the passage by discussing 24 in order to ____.
A. prove that TV has become much more violent
B. show how TV has become more complex
C. explain why many TV shows nowadays are controversial

D. argue against IIS graphic violence and portrayal of terrorists

41. It can be inferred that the author of the passage
A. agrees with Steven Johnsons views
B. strongly disagrees with Steven Johnson's views
C. has no opinion about Steven Johnsons views
D. agrees with some of Johnsons views but disagrees with others
42. According to the passage, Johnsons book argues all following except that ____.
A. popular culture is not in decline
B. many TV shows involve cognitive challenges
C. people enjoy the effort of understanding complex shows
D. hourlong dramas bring the greatest benefits
43. "Multithreading" in TV is a new type of ____.
A. form
B. content
C. series
D. character
44. The author mentions "junk culture in paragraph 2 in order to ____.
A. emphasize how worthless most TV shows are
B. contrast a common view of TV with the one he presents in the passage
C. explain why TV viewing is in decline in the United States
D. argue against the view that popular culture can be worthwhile
45. The word they" in paragraph 3 refers to ____.
A. junk
C. shows
B. games
D. Joe Millionaire and "The Bachelor
CHOOSE THE WORD WHOSE UNDERLINED PART IS PRONOUNCED
DIFFERENTLY FRM THE REST.
46. A. gaps
B. baths
C. cats
D. moves
47. A. Christmas
B. school
C. check
D. chemistry
CHOOSE THE UNDERLINED PART THAT NEEDS CORRECTION IN EACH OF
THE FOLLOWING SENTENCES.
48. That film (A) was most boring (B) film Ive (C) ever seen (D).
49. Her work on (A) the farm is busier as (B) mine (C) in the office (D).
50. Neither (A) the director nor any (B) members of the staff is (C) working overtime
(D) today.

ANSWER KEY
CHOOSE THE OPTION THAT BEST FITS EACH BLANK.
1. Marry generally gets _____ her classmates.
B. along well with B. well along
C. well along with
D. well with along
2. If you talked less and _____ more, wed finish a lot faster.
B. had worked
B. have worked
C. worked
D. would work
3. _____ much of Friday afternoon in the gym, she decided to spend the evening at
home.
B. Having spent
B. She has spent
C. To spent
D. To have spent
4. It is raining heavily with rolls of thunder. We ______ such a terrible thunderstorm.
B. would never see B. had never seen
C. have never seen D. never see
B. ordering
B. making
C. having
D. doing
5. I really cant stand people _____ their garbage on public beaches.
B. to leave
B. that the leave
C. when leaving
D. leaving
6. How was your weekend? I was busy _____ things around the house.
B. by doing
B. doing
C. for doing
D. to do
7. _____ all the shareholders, I would like to express our great thanks to you.
B. In view of
B. On behalf of
C. With respect to
D. In advance of
8. I am afraid that these regulations have to be _____ with.
B. complied
B. provided
C. faced
D. met
9. As the drug took _____, the boy became quieter.
B. force
B. action
C. influence
D. effect
10. Capital punishment was done _____ in Britain nearly half a century ago.
B. off by
B. away with
C. out for
D. over form
11. My best friend has moved to another town, but we still _____.
A. contact
B. keep in touch
C. keep pace with
D. get in touch
12. By _______ the household chores, he can help his mother after going home from
school.
READ THE TEXT THEN CHOOSE THE CORRECT ANSWER TO EACH OF THE
QUESTIONS.
Arthur Dove was an abstract nature painter whose work was radically different and
underappreciated in the American art scene. In fact, Dove was the first American artist to
paint in an entirely abstract manner. He painted a set of six abstract works around 1910, prior
to the European artist Wassily Kandinskys famous abstract compositions. Kandinskys
abstract work, however, complemented the cultural context in Europe, and was therefore
appreciated. Doves work had no similar cultural context in America.
Overall, Dove's abstract paintings did nothing to change American art. His work was not once
but twice orphaned: by the general indifference of the American public, and by his own
reclusive nature. Nevertheless, Dove's abstract paintings remain interesting compositions on
nature.
Dove once wrote, I would like to make something that is real in itself, or to be real without
looking like something else, that does not remind anyone of any other thing, and that does not
have to be explained, like the letter A for instance.
13. What is the main purpose of this passage?

E. to discuss the effects of Doves work on Europe

F. to compare the works of Dove and Kandinsky
G. to explain why Doves work is famous
H. to explain why Doves paintings did not change the American art scene
14. According to the passage, why werent Doves works noticed?
E. Because there were too many abstract nature painters at the time.
F. Because his paintings did nothing to change society.
G. Because they did not have a cultural context in America.
H. Because America was not interested in European painters
15. The word "orphaned" in the passage is closest in meaning to ____.
B. criticized
B. ignored
C. valued
D. destroyed
16. According to the passage, which of the following is NOT true about Dove and
Kandinsky?
C. One was popular, while the other not. C. They were both European painters.
D. Their works were somewhat similar.
D. They were both abstract artists.
17. The word "indifference" in the passage is the opposite of ____.
B. dislike
B. interest
C. joy
D. ignorance
18. Which of the following can be inferred from the reading?
E. Dove gave up painting because the American public did not care.
F. Doves work is more appreciated today than when it first appeared.
G. Dove did not have support from European artists.
H. Doves unsuccessful exhibition led him to change his style.
19. The paragraph following the passage world most probably be _____.
E. a discussion of why Doves work was orphaned
F. a discussion of the European art scene
G. a discussion of the differences between the works of Dove and Kandinsky
H. a discussion of Doves best paintings
CHOOSE THE WORD WHOSE MAIN STRESS POSITION IS DIFFERENT FROM
THE OTHERS.
20. A. personal
B. education
C. volunteer
D. elementary
21. A. intervention
B. pessimistic
C. centenarian
D. vulnerable
CHOOSE THE MOST SUITABLE RESPONSE TO COMPLETE EACH OF THE
FOLLOWING EXCHANGES.
22. "How about giving me a hand?" "_______."
C. I promise.
C. No, not yet.
D. Sure. I'd be glad to help.
D. You're welcome.
23. John: Has an announcement been made about the eight oclock flight to Paris?
Michael: _____.
B. Not yet
B. Yes, it was
C. I dont think that D. Sorry, I dont
CHOOSE THE WORD OR PHRASE THAT IS OPPOSITE IN MEANING TI THE
UNDERLINED PART.
24. I am on the same wave length with my boss, which is great.
C. am hated by
C. am in favour of
D. have a great time with
D. dont see eye to eye with
25. On being in an interview, you shouldnt exhibit any signs of anxiety.
B. show
B. express
C. hide
D. discuss

CHOOSE THE SENTENCE THAT IS CLOSEST IN MEANING TO THE GIVEN

ONE.
26. Payment must be paid at the time of booking.
E. You must pay before you book.
F. You are not allowed to pay when you book.
G. You must pay when you book.
H. Payment in advance is acceptable if you want to book.
27. Conan said to me: If I were you, I would read different types of books in different
ways
E. Conan ordered me to read different types of books in different ways.
F. I read different types of books in different ways to Conan as he told me.
G. Conan advised me to read different types od books in different ways.
H. I said to Conan to read different types of books in different ways.
28. He behaved so recklessly, so he would be disqualified from keeping his last job.
E. If he hadnt behaved so recklessly, he hadnt quit his last job.
F. Without his reckless behavior, he would have lost his last job.
G. If he hadnt behaved so recklessly, he wouldnt have been fired from his last job.
H. He didnt quit his job because he knew that he had behaved so recklessly.
CHOOSE THE WORD OR PHRASE THAT IS CLOSEST IN MEANING TO THE
UNDERLINED PART.
29. Not until all their demands had been turned down did the workers decide to go on
strike for more welfare.
B. rejected
B. sacked
C. reviewed
D. deleted
30. Few businesses are flourishing in the present economic climate.
B. taking off
B. setting up
C. growing well
D. closing down
CHOOSE THE WORD OR PHRASE THAT BEST FITS EACH BLANK.
The most famous diary in English was written by Samuel Pepys. It gives a detailed and
interesting (31) _____ of everyday life in England (32) _____ 1660 and 1669. Pepys writes
about important news stories of the time, like disease, an enemy navy sailing up the River
Thames and the Great Fire of London.
He also writes about himself, even about his (33) _____ - he often slept during church or look
at pretty girls. He describes his home life - a quarrel with his wife and how they became
friends again, his worries about her illness. As well as books, he liked music, the theater, card
games, and parties with good food and (34) _____ of fun. Pepys was a busy man who had
important (35) _____ - he was a Member of Parliament and President of the Royal Society.
He is also remembered for his work for the British Navy.
31. A. description
B. letter
C. notice
D. story
32. A. between
B. from
C. through
D. to
33. A. accidents
B. plans
C dreams
D. faults
34. A. amount
B. plenty
C. much
D. some
35. A. acts
B. hobbies
C. jobs
D. studies
CHOOSE THE SENTENCE THAT BEST COMBINES EACH PAIR OF THE
SENTENCES.
36. He took the food eagerly. He hadnt eaten anything since dawn.
E. He had eaten nothing since dawn although he took the food eagerly.
F. The food was taken at dawn and he had nothing to eat.
G. He had eaten something before but he took the food eagerly.
H. Having eaten nothing since dawn, he took the food eagerly.
37. They booked the hotel. They had stayed there on their honeymoon.

E.
F.
G.
H.

They booked the hotel where they had stayed on their honeymoon.
They booked the hotel where they had stayed there on their honeymoon.
They booked the hotel which they had stayed there on their honeymoon.
They booked the hotel which they had stayed on their honeymoon.

READ THE TEXT THEN CHOOSE THE CORRECT ANSWER TO EACH OF THE
QUESTIONS.
An American TV network has had an international hit with the drama "24. a thriller known
for its suspense and often graphic violence. Over the past year, controversy has surrounded
the series because of its portrayal of Muslim terrorists and its frequent scenes of torture. But
the content of 24 is not the only thing that would have been unthinkable on primetime
television 20 years ago. Its form also represents a major change in modem TV: during each
episodes 44 minutes a realtime hour, minus 16 minutes for commercials the show
connects the lives of 21 different characters, each with their own personalities and specific
relationships with other characters. Nine different story lines (or threads") arc depicted,
each involving events and information revealed in previous episodes.
For years many people have assumed that popular culture is in a state of decline rapidly
degenerating into junk culture" with no worthwhile purpose. But an interesting new book
challenges that assumption. Everything Bad is Good for You: How Todays Popular Culture
Is Actually Making Us Smarter," by Steven Johnson, makes a persuasive argument that
todays complex TV dramas and other pop culture Products gives healthy mental exercise. He
calls the use or complex, interwoven plot lines involving multiple characters
multithreading, and it is a new and growing phenomenon in TV to keep up with shows
like 24", he points out, you must pay attention, make inferences, track shifting social
relationships", and these cognitive challenges are changing our mental development for the
better.
The most obvious change in the last five years of narrative entertainment is the rise of reality
TV, Surely, you might be thinking, watching Survivor" or The Bachelor cannot possibly
raise anyone's IQ Survivor is now in its tenth season, and The Bachelor is in its seventh.
But as Johnson tells us lately even the junk has improved. The new reality shows are like
games: they arc series of competitive tests, each more challenging than the last, and with
rules that must be learned as you play. On Survivor" for instance, the participants and the
audience know the general objective of the game but each episode brings new challenges that
require quick thinking. Success in these games calls for the intellectual labor of finding the
weak spots in the rules and in your opponents. This labor is done not just by the stars of the
shows but the viewers at home as well. This is what makes these shows such fun to watch
the human mind enjoys being challenged. As Johnson writes, Theres real pleasure in
solving puzzles, detecting patterns or understanding a complex narrative system."
38. What is the topic of the passage?
C. The decline of TV today
C. Benefits of TV today
D. TV and culture
D. Why 24 became a hit
39. The word each in paragraph I refers to ____.
B. story lines
B. characters
C. episodes
D. personalities
40. The author begins the passage by discussing 24 in order to ____.
E. prove that TV has become much more violent
F. show how TV has become more complex
G. explain why many TV shows nowadays are controversial

H. argue against IIS graphic violence and portrayal of terrorists

41. It can be inferred that the author of the passage
E. agrees with Steven Johnsons views
F. strongly disagrees with Steven Johnson's views
G. has no opinion about Steven Johnsons views
H. agrees with some of Johnsons views but disagrees with others
42. According to the passage, Johnsons book argues all following except that ____.
E. popular culture is not in decline
F. many TV shows involve cognitive challenges
G. people enjoy the effort of understanding complex shows
H. hourlong dramas bring the greatest benefits
43. "Multithreading" in TV is a new type of ____.
B. form
B. content
C. series
D. character
44. The author mentions "junk culture in paragraph 2 in order to ____.
E. emphasize how worthless most TV shows are
F. contrast a common view of TV with the one he presents in the passage
G. explain why TV viewing is in decline in the United States
H. argue against the view that popular culture can be worthwhile
45. The word they" in paragraph 3 refers to ____.
C. junk
C. shows
D. games
D. Joe Millionaire and "The Bachelor
CHOOSE THE WORD WHOSE UNDERLINED PART IS PRONOUNCED
DIFFERENTLY FRM THE REST.
46. A. gaps
B. baths
C. cats
D. moves
47. A. Christmas
B. school
C. check
D. chemistry
CHOOSE THE UNDERLINED PART THAT NEEDS CORRECTION IN EACH OF
THE FOLLOWING SENTENCES.
48. That film (A) was most boring (B) film Ive (C) ever seen (D).
49. Her work on (A) the farm is busier as (B) mine (C) in the office (D).
50. Neither (A) the director nor any (B) members of the staff is (C) working overtime
(D) today.