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1. Every six months Mr. Brown takes his car to the mechanic for an inspection.
inspection = examination = check = check up = scrutiny = assessment = going over
The mechanic examines Mr. Browns car every 6 months.
a. Mr. Brown wrecks his car every 6 months.49
b. Mr. Brown trades his car every 6 months.
c. The mechanic examines Mr. Browns car every 6 months.
d. The mechanic repairs Mr. Browns car every 6 months.
2. The soldiers had a five minute break. What did they do?
break = smash = split = sever They rested.
a. They marched.
b. They rested.
c. They saluted
d. They ate.
3. construction = building = production = manufacture = structure = creation
4. This pencil is like that one.
like = similar to = similar = alike The pencils are alike.
a. One pencil is better.
b. The pencils are different.
c. One pencil is smaller.
d. The pencils are alike.
5. Joe went along with Toms idea.
went along with = go along with = agree = accept = grant Joe agreed with Tom.
6.This student works independently of others. How does he work?
independently = alone = by yourself = without help with no assistance
. a. without stopping
b. with the cooperation of others
c. with no assistance
d. with consideration for others
7. Since it was so hot, he remained at home. Why did he stay at home?
hot = heat = warm = warmth = heat up = warm up = reheat because of the heat
. a. because of the heat
b. because of the work
c. because of the cold
d. because of the humidity
8. Bill goes to bed at midnight every night, but last night he went to bed at 8 oclock. What time does
Bill usually go to bed?
usually = more often than not = frequently = generally at midnight
a. at 8 oclock
b. every night
c. at 12 noon
d. at midnight
9. Colonel Jones made a major change in the regulation. What did he do?
major = most important = main = key = foremost He made an important change.
a. He told the major to change it.
b. He made an important change.
c. He made a timely change.
d. He changed it temporarily.
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10. Man : Why dont you come over here and sit beside me?
Woman: Thank you, Ill be glade to. Where will the man sit?
beside = next to = at the side of = alongside = near = nearby = close = adjacent to next to the man
a. infront of the man
b. behind the man
c. next to the man
d. across from the man
11. Man : Did you speak with John about your suggestion?
Woman : Yes, he agrees with me. What did the woman mean?
agrees = have the same opinion = concur = be in agreement John has the same opinion as she.
a. John is angry with her.
b. John has the same opinion as she.
c. John has a different opinion.
d. John doesnt care to say anything.
12. Major Malcom guided the discussion. What did he do?
guided = direct = show = lead = lead = channel = funnel = point He directed the discussion.
13. Woman : Do you need anything from the store?
Man : Yes, pick up a pack of cigarettes for me. What did the man say?
pick up = give = get = lift up Get me a pack of cigarettes.
a. Lend me a pack of cigarettes.
b. Get me a pack of cigarettes.
c. Give him a pack of cigarettes.
d. Sell a pack of cigarettes for.
14. We have been here just ten minutes.
just = just = only = now = lone = single We have been here only ten minutes.
a. We have been here only ten minutes.
b. We will be here for only ten minutes.
. c. We wont be here ten minutes.
d. We have to stay over ten minutes.
15. Would you like to revise this paper?
revise = correct = modify = amend = adjust = alter Yes, I would like to correct it.
. a. Yes, I would like to correct it.
b. Yes I would like to destroy it.
c. Yes I would the size of the paper.
d. Yes I bought the paper to use here
16. The barometer is one of many devices used by the weatherman. What does a barometer measure?
barometer = indicator = measurement = gauge = guide It measure atmospheric pressure.
a. It measures rainfall.
b. It measures atmospheric pressure. .
c. It measures the temperature.
d. It measures the velocity of the wind
17. The man asked the lady to make up her mind. What did he want her to do?
make up her mind = decide = choose = make a decision decide what she wanted
. a. decide what she wanted
b. think about it
c. power her face
d. get up
18. When doing business in banks, people should be able to identify themselves.
identify = name = recognize = make out = classify They should prove who they are.
a. They should show that they have money.
b. They should be able to write a check.
c. They should prove who they are.
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d. They should show the receiver of the check.
19. In a bank a person must be able to identify himself.
identify = make out = classify = discover = recognize He must prove who he is.
. a. He must prove who he is.
b. He must show that he has money.
c. He must write a check.
d. He must show the writer of the check.
20. Did you intend to do that?
intend = mean = aim =propose = plan = have it in mind =be determined Yes, I planned it.
a. Yes, it was an accident.
b. Yes, I found out about it later.
c. Yes, it was a surprise.
d. Yes, I planned it.
21. The new bank is on the other side of town. Where is it?
other side = across = opponent = challenger = competitor = enemy = rival = foe across town
. a. in the center of town
b. across town
c. south of town
d. in another town
22. Fred has postponed his meeting with Bob.
postponed = late = delayed = deferred = overdue = tardy They will meet later.
a. They have already met.
b. They will not meet at all.
c. They will meet later.
d. They are meeting now.
d. It was clear.
23. Marcia converted her money.
convert = exchange = change = translate = renovate = switch = transfer She exchanged her money.
a. She exchanged her money.
b. She spent her money.
c. She lost her money.
d. She worked for her money.
24. occasionally = rarely = seldom = sporadically = now and then
from time to time = now and then = now and again = periodically = occasionally = infrequently
25. Edward, take charge of the class.
take charge = take control = take over = assume responsibility Control the class.
a. Control the class.
b. Leave the class.
c. Study the class.
d. Dismiss the class.
26. Which shirt did you pick out ?
pick out = choose = select = make a choice = identify Which shirt did she choose?
a. Which shirt did she lift?
b. Which shirt did she have?
c. Which shirt did she choose?
d. Which shirt did she reject?
27. The customer said, I want to cash a check. What did he want to do?
cash = money = hard cash = ready money = coins = currency get some money
a. put the money in the bank
b. get some money
c. open an account
b. Get a travelers check
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28. The food was shipped yesterday. What happened to the food?
shipped = ship = send = transport = vessel It was sent off.
. a. It was sent off.
b. It was wet.
c. It was eaten.
d. It was put in the store.
29. He could feel the plane vibrating. What was the plane doing?
vibrate = shake = quiver = tremble = shudder = pulsate = throb = pulse = beat
vibrating = shaking shaking
a. descending
b. shaking
c. climbing
d. rolling
30. We do not object to the food in the mess hall.
object = thing = entity = aim = intent = reason We dont mind it.
. a. We dont mind it.
b. We do not want it.
c. We do without it.
d. We are arguing about it.
31. He said he would pick me up in his truck.
pick me up = call for me = refreshment = grievance = pick me up
He told me he would call for me in his truck.
a. He said he would get a used truck.
b. He told me he would call for me in his truck
c. He told me to sell his truck.
d. He said I should call him up.
afford = have enough money = have the funds for = pay for = find the money for
32. cant afford = dont have enough money He doesnt have the money
33. John fastened the lock on the door.
fastened = fasten = close = tie = shut = lock John closed the lock on the door.
a. John forgot the key to the lock.
b. John resisted the lock on the door. .
c. John locked the door quickly.
d. John closed the lock on the door
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1. The student who arrived yesterday walks rapidly. How does he walk?
rapidly = fast = quickly = speedily = swiftly = hurriedly = in a hurry fast
a. straight
b. well
c. slowly
d. fast
2. meet = get together = know = meet
3. Mary is a safe driver. What kind of driver is she?
safe = careful = protected = not dangerous She is a careful driver.
a. She is a slow driver.
b. She is a careful driver.
c. She drives cheerfully.
d. She drives carelessly.
4. These shoes fit me. fit = match = suit = correspond = tally They are the correct size.
. a. They are too big.
b. They are small.
c. They are the wrong color.
d. They are the correct size.
5. Barbara considers her work a pleasure.
pleasure = enjoyment = happiness = delight = joy She likes it.
a. She misses it.
b. It worries her.
c. She like it.
d. It bores her
6. Mrs. Jones saw a light in the distance.
distance = move away = dissociate = expanse She saw a light far away.
a. She saw a light in town.
b. She saw a light far away.
c. She saw a light at the station.
d. She saw a light nearby
7. Sgt. Brown took off his goggles before he spoke to us.
took off = take off = impersonation = impression He removed them and spoke to us.
. a. He removed them after he spoke to us.
b. He didnt remove them as he spoke to us.
c. He removed them and spoke to us.
d. He put them on about the time he spoke to us
8. broke = ruined = bust = out of business = bankrupt
9. The cocktail party will begin at a quarter to eight in the evening. When will it start?
10. Each of the children has a separate room. What does each child have?
separate = split = part = divide = take apart = detach a room of his own
a. a small room
b. an air conditioned room
c. a room of his own
d. a room with a partition
11. The cable was concealed in back of the engine. Where was the cable hidden?
in back = behind = at the rear behind the engine
a. on top of the engine
b. in front of the engine
c. behind the engine
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d. on the left side of the engine
12. Arthur will be gone for an extended period of time. How long will he be gone?
extended = extend = make longer = expand = make bigger = lengthen = widen
for a rather long time
. a. for a rather long time
b. for a few days
c. for a very short time
d. for a day only
13. Where is a persons neck?
neck = neckline = collar = narrow part between his shoulders and his head
a. between his foot and his leg
b. between his hand and his arm
c. between his shoulders and his head
d. between his shoulders and his head
14. This student works independently of others. How does he work?
independently = alone = without help = by yourself with no assistance
a. with the cooperation of others
b. with no assistance
c. without stopping
d. with consideration of others
15. How far do you have to go to get to work?
Its about a ten minute drive.
a. Its about a ten minute drive.
b. I always walk to work.
c. I go to work by car.
d. I ride to work with Bill.
16 Woman : To send a letter to his mother. What is Jim doing?
send = mail = throw Hes mailing a letter to his mother.
a. Hes going to get a letter from his mother.
b. Hes mailing a letter to his mother.
c. Hes writing a letter to his mother
d. He works in the post office
d. Can you help me put a lock on Room 240?
17. The instructor wrote the instructions on the chalkboard and the students wrote them in their
notebooks. What did the students write?
instructions = instruction = information = lessons = teaching = training the instructions
a. during class
b. because he told them to write
c. the instructions
d. in their notebooks
18. His name immediately came to mind.
immediately = instantly = right away = straight away = at once I instantly remembered his name.
a. I did not know his name.
b. I remembered what he looked like.
c. I instantly remembered his name.
d. I couldnt say his name
19. The second part of the plane is essential.
essential = necessary = important Its necessary.
a. Its complete.
b. Its optional.
c. Its confusing.
d. Its necessary
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20. The cat must stay out.

stay out = not in = not at home = absent The cat cannot come in.
a. The cat cannot come down.
b. The cat cannot come in.
c. The cat cannot come across.
d. The cat cannot come around.
21. We ran into a lot of traffic at the airport.
ran into = run into = encounter = bump into = strike on = come across We encountered traffic.
. a. We encountered traffic.
b. We did not see any traffic.
c. We glanced at the traffic.
d. We passed the traffic
22. He has to go now.
has to = have to = must He must go now.
a. He should go now.
b. He ought to go now.
c. Hell go now.
d. He must go now.
23broke = ruined = bust = out of business = bankrupt He has no money.
24. Dorothy saw a friend in town last night. What did she see?
friend = buddy = pal = companion a person
. a. a train
b. a movie
c. a plane
d. a person
25. The school has a new system for teaching students how to type.
system = method = structure = organism = arrangement It has a new method.
26. Describe = tell = explain = portray = depict = illustrate = express
27. The instructor said, I can hardly hear you. What did the instructor mean?
hardly = almost not You are not speaking loudly enough.
. a. You are speaking too loudly.
b. You are not speaking.
c. You are speaking roughly
d. You are not speaking loudly enough.
28. As soon as we arrived, the rain began to fall. When did it start raining?
As soon as = immediately = once = the instant = when when we arrived
a. before we arrived
b. when we arrived
c. immediately before our arrival
d. an hour after we arrived
29. Would you like to revise this paper?
revise = correct = modify = amend = adjust = alter Yes, I would like to correct it.
. a. Yes, I would like to correct it.
b. Yes I would like to destroy it.
c. Yes I would the size of the paper.
d. Yes I bought the paper to use here
30. attach = fasten = join = connect = fix
31. Joe wants to glance at the materials in the store. What does he want to do?
glance = quick look = take a quick look = glimpse = momentary look have a quick look at them
a. buy something
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b. handle the materials
c. test the materials
d. have a quick look at them
a. He directed the discussion.
b. He recorded the discussion.
c. He spoke more than anyone else.
d. He kept people outside the room.
33. Did you intend to do that?
intend = mean = aim =propose = plan = have it in mind =be determined Yes, I planned it.
a. Yes, it was an accident.
b. Yes, I found out about it later.
c. Yes, it was a surprise.
d. Yes, I planned it.
34. I was talking to John when Paul cut in.
cut in = interrupt = break in = interject = move in = butt in Paul interrupted us.
. a. I interrupted John and Paul.
b. Paul was interrupted.
c. Paul interrupted us.
. d. John interrupted us
35. This suit is on sale.
on sale = for sale = reduced = discounted = in a promotion = on special offer = selling at
knockdown prices = being sold The price has been reduced.
a. The price had been increased. .
b. The price had been reduced.
c. The suit has been sold. .
d. The suit is not to be sold.
36. George is going sailing. What is he going to do?
sailing = seafaring = marine = boat ride He is going for a boat ride.
. a. He is going for a boat ride.
b. He is going to sell a boat.
c. He is going to a sale.
d. He is going to look at some cars.
37. Im looking forward to meeting him.
forward = ahead = onward = frontward = advance
look forward to = eager to I am eager to meet him.
a. I can meet him later.
b. I met him before.
c. I am looking for him.
d. I am eager to meet him
38. Woman : Who is in charge around here?
Man : Well, that officer has the authority to give commands. What did he say about officer?
authority = right = ability = power = influence = say-so He has the right to give commands.
a. He gives commands in a strong voice.
b. He has the right to give commands.
c. He has the intelligence to give commands
d. He has written a book on giving commands
39. If Morgan tell you to switch on the motor, what should you do?
switch on = turn on = start = start up turn it on
. a. examine
b. turn it off
c. repair it
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d. turn it on
40. Woman : What would you like to eat?

Man : Anything will be all right. What did the man say?
Anything = everything = something = whatever thing = no matter which
He doesnt care what he eats.
. a. He doesnt care what he eats.
b. He doesnt want to eat.
c. He wants very little to eat .
d. He will eat a lot.
41. Man : Where are the children?
Woman : They are listening to a story. What are the children listening to?
story = tale = narrative = yarn = legend = fairy-tale = chronicle = anecdote a tale
a. a song
b. a poem
c. a lesson
d. a tale
42. Woman : Where should we meet tomorrow?
Man : I think this corner would be good. I was going to suggest the post office. But now, I think
wed better meet right here. Where will the man and woman probably meet?
right here = at this point on the corner
. a. on the base
b. at the office
c. on the corner
d. at the post office
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1. A new car will cost 8000 dollars or more. How much will the car cost?
more = added = additional $8,000 or higher
a. only $8,000
b. less than $8,000
c. $8,000 or higher
d. just $8,000
2. The student who arrived yesterday walks rapidly. How does he walk?
rapidly = fast = quickly = speedily = swiftly = hurriedly = in a hurry fast
a. straight
b. well
c. slowly
d. fast
3. Robin selected the book.
select = choose = pick = decide on = choice = top quality = first-rate She choose a book.
a. She read a book.
b. She found a book.
c. She sold a book.
d. She choose a book.
4. This is not the right road.
right = correct = true = accurate = exact wrong This is the wrong road.
a. There is the long road.
b. There is the wrong road.
c. There is not the left road.
d. There is not the wrong.
5. The weather was cloudy yesterday morning, but it cleared up last night.
cleared up = tidy up = clear = clean up = put things away The clouds went away last night.
a. He had to go to the dentist.
b. The clouds went away last. .
c. It was clear yesterday.
d. It was cloudy last night.
6 participate = take part = partake = chip in = join = play a part = share
7. The carpenter was always on time for work.
always = at all times = for all time = all the time
on time = in time = in good time = punctual He never came late.
. a. He never came late.
b. He was tardy.
c. He was usually late.
d. He was absent.
8. The tailor said, I dont think this coat needs any alterations. What did he mean by alterations?
alterations = alteration = change = modification = adjustment = variation = amendment =
revision = shift = adaptation changes
a. trousers
b. buttons
c. pockets.
d. changes
9. Did you bother Mr. James when you called?
bother = disturb = trouble = difficulty = problem = inconvenience No, I didnt disturb him.
. a. No, Im not his brother.
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b. No, I havent seen him.
c. No, hes home in the evening.
d. No, I didnt disturb him.
10. The clerk said that there were only three rooms available at the hotel. What did the clerk mean?
available = on hand = obtainable = offered = presented Three rooms were ready to be used.
a. There were reservations for three rooms.
b. Three people were at the hotel.
c. Three rooms were ready to be used.
d. There were three checks at the hotel.
11. What kind of vehicle did you use?
vehicle = car = means of transportation = motor vehicle = bus = van = truck I used a car.
a. I used a pencil.
b. I used a car.
c. I used water.
d. I used gas.
12. We contacted our friends. What did we do?
contact = speak to = make contact with = call = get in touch with = communication
We communicated with them.
a. We united them.
b. We communicated with them.
c. We agreed with them.
d. We employed them.
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14. I invited him to my home and he accepted it.
accepted = received = accept = agree to He will come.
a. He will come.
b. He wont come.
c. He didnt understand.
d. I didnt ask him to come.
15. Paul spent a great deal of time in the country. How much time did he spent there?
a great deal = much = a large amount = a lot a lot
a. a few
b. none
c. a little
d. a lot
d. You can get one if you need it.
16. The truck was washed by the mechanic .
washed = wash = clean = wash down = cleanse The truck was cleaned by the mechanic.
. a. The mechanic looked at the truck.
b. The mechanic repaired the truck.
c. The truck was cleaned by the mechanic.
d. The truck was watched by the mechanic.
17. Catherine told me Remember your appointment with the doctor. What did Catherine tell me to
remember?
appointment = scheduled time = meeting = date = engagement = rendezvous = prior arrangement
= slot = selection to go see the doctor
a. to call the doctor
b. to write to the doctor
c. to go see the doctor
d. to find out about the doctor
18. The table is made of aluminum.
aluminum It is made of light metal.
a. It is too heavy.
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b. It is dirty.
. c. It can be seen through.
d. It is made of light metal
. The box is made of aluminum.
aluminum = metal It is metal.
a. It is heavy. .
b. It is dirty.
c. It is clear.
d. It is metal.
19. Richard spends an hour each day in physical training. What does he do?
each day = every day = daily = on a daily basis He takes physical training everyday.
a. He takes physical training every hour.
b. He goes to class for one hour.
c. He cant stand it physically.
d. He takes physically training everyday.
20 lend = loan = provide borrow (Antonym) borrow
21. Jack is on vacation this week.
vacation = holiday = break = trip = rest = retreat He is not working.
a. He is not working.
b. He is sick.
c. He is out of town.
d. He is moving his family
22 Lt. Jackson said, I havent seen Joe since the day before yesterday. When was the last time
Lt. Jackson saw Joe?
two days ago
a. two days ago
b. yesterday
c. a week ago
d. three days ago
23. We were making a tour when the accident happened. What were we doing when the accident
happened?
tour = trip = travel around = visit taking a trip
. a. making a turn
b. building a tower
c. taking a trip
d. getting off the bus
24. He was given an order to report to the office. What was he given?
order to report a command
. a. an argument
b. a command
c. a farm
d. a report
d. the one in front
26. The children cook their own breakfast this morning. I did not help them.
The children did all the work.
. a. Breakfast was prepared by my wife.
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b. My wife and I prepared breakfast.
c. The children cant cook at all.
d. The children did all the work.
27. James is an efficient worker.

efficient = well-organized = good at your job = professional He does his work quickly and well.
a. He does his work quickly and well.
b. He does unsatisfactory.
c. He supervises other workers.
d. He complains a lot.
28. Harry made up his mind in a hurry.
made up his mind = decide = reach a decision = make a decision = choose He decided in a hurry.
a. He hurried and made a mistake.
b. He decided in a hurry.
c. He forgot because he was hurrying.
d. He forgot because he was hurrying.
29 drizzled = drizzle = light rain = sprinkle = rain slightly There was a light rain.
30 The instructions on the bulletin board told all personnel to turn in their weapons.
turn in = inform on = hand in = return = give back = deliver They must return the weapons.
a. They had to change their weapons.
b. All of them were issued new weapons.
c. They must return the weapons.
d. All of them had to clean their weapons.
31. That student has a negative attitude.
negative = downbeat = unenthusiastic = unconstructive = unhelpful = off-putting = pessimistic =
harmful = depressing He doesnt cooperate.
a. He is laying down.
b. He is in poor health.
c. He failed the test.
d. He doesnt cooperate.
32 get along with = like = be compatible with = gel with
33 right = correct = true = accurate = exact = precise
34 skip = miss = miss out = omit = leave out = pass over
35. The restaurant is across from the public library.
across = crossways = opposite The restaurant is opposite the library.
a. The restaurant is opposite the library. .
b. The restaurant is around the corner from the library
c. The restaurant is across town from the library.
d. The restaurant is at the other end of the library.
36. Patricia said she got a new filling yesterday. What did she get?
filling = big = heavy = satisfying = substantial = stodgy a cavity filled by the dentist
. a. her car filled with gasoline
b. groceries at the supermarket
c. some money from her bank
d. a cavity filled by the dentist
37. The weather report calls for thunder shower?
shower = spell of rain = light rainfall = spray rainy
a. icy
b. sunny
c. rainy
d. snow
38. The hotel manager said that Jim would operate the elevator today.
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operate = run = work = drive = control = function John will run the elevator.
a. Jim will use the elevator
b. Jim will run the elevator.
c. Jim will repair the elevator.
d. Jim will study the elevator.
39 ailment = illness = sickness = disease = disorder = complaint = weakness an illness
40 lubrication = oil = grease oiled = oil = lubricate = grease = smear with oil
41. Mr. Brown glanced at his watch.
glanced = glance = quick look = take a quick look = fleeting look He looked at it quickly.
. a. He loaned his watch.
b. He looked at it quickly.
c. He sold his watch.
d. He inspected it carefully.
42. The water in this lake often freezes.
freeze = ice up = ice over = becomes ice = freeze up = solidify The water becomes ice.
a. The water becomes salty.
b. The water becomes muddy.
c. The water becomes ice.
d. The water leaks out.
43. You should consult your dictionary. What should you do with it?
consult = look up = refer to = turn to = check in look up word on it
a. put it on the desk
b. look up words in it
c. put a new cover on it
d. correct it
44 serve = serve up = give out = help = wait on
45. Man : Your car need gas. Oil and water.
Woman : Just put in gas, please. What does the woman tell the man to do?
just = only = merely = simply Put gas in, but nothing else.
a. Put gas in, but nothing else.
b. put gas in first
c. put in oil and water, but no gas
d. tell her what was needed
46. Man : What are you waiting for?
Woman : I am waiting for you to apologize. What does she expect the man to do?
apologize = say sorry = make an apology = ask for forgiveness = express regret = act contrite
tell her that he is sorry
a. introduce her
b. tell her that he is sorry
c. leave the room
d. open the door for her
47. Woman : What started all of this?
Man : Something highly flammable in the back room? What are they talking about?
flammable = combustible = inflammable = flame = fire = burn
. a. a storm
b. a regulation
c. a fire
d. a flight
48. Man : What do you want to know?
Woman : I went to know the purpose of all of this. What did the woman mean?
purpose = reason = point = idea = principle = rationale She wants to know the reason.
a. She wants to know the cost.
b. She wants to know the means.
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c. She wants to know the answer.
d. She wants to know the reason.
49. I like my steak well done.

well done = well-cooked = overcooked = overdone I like it cooked thoroughly.
a. I like it medium.
b. I like it raw.
c. I like it hot.
d. I like it cooked throughly
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1. Jim went to town yesterday to buy a pair of shoes. Where did he go? to town
. a. yesterday
b. to town
c. to buy shoes
d. Jim went there
2. I will allow my son to go to town. What will I do?
allow = permit = let = agree to = consent to = tolerate = allocate = set aside permit him to go
a. permit him togo
b. make him stay home
c. let him play at home
d. help him study his lesson
3. The climate of that country is nice. What is nice about that country?
climate = weather = type of weather = typical weather = ambiance = environment the weather
a. the people
b. the food
c. the mountains
d. the weather
4. If it doesnt clear up, we wont be able to go.
The weather is bad.
a. The weather is bad.
b. The work is too hard.
c. The road is rough.
d. The picture is all right.
5. The water in this lake often freezes.
freeze = ice up = ice over = becomes ice = freeze up = solidify The water becomes ice.
a. The water becomes salty.
b. The water becomes muddy.
c. The water becomes ice.
d. The water leaks out.
6. Most accidents take place in heavy traffic.
take place = occur = happen = go on = have effect Accidents occur when there are many cars.
a. Accidents happen at yellow lights.
b. Accidents occur when there are many cars.
c. Accidents are cut down during the night.
d. Accidents increase when the lights are red
7. Susan went to the zoo yesterday. What did she see there?
zoo animals
a. factories
b. animals
c. schools
d. reservations
8. Virginia was driving a brand new car. She heard a loud noise and stopped to see what it was.
When did she hear a noise?
while she was driving
a. while getting her car
b. while she was driving
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c. when she first saw the car
d. after she stopped the car
9. What do you usually do for recreation?

recreation = play = leisure = hobby = exercise = pastime = activity = amusement = sport play ball
a. work
b. play ball
c. eat supper
d. sleep
10. I took the tire to the service station and had the mechanic inflate it. What did the mechanic do?
inflate = fill with air = blow up = pump up He filled the tire with air.
a. He replaced the tire
b. He filled the tire with air.
c. He patched the tire
d. He removed the tire.
11. Bill said, That wire is not insulated. What did he mean?
insulated = insulate = protect = shield = cut off = isolate The wire is not covered for protection
a. The wire is not good.
b. The wire is not covered for protection.
c. The wire is not carrying electricity.
d. The wire is not visible.
12. John said, Its 9 a.m. and Im leaving right away. When is he leaving?
right away = immediately = at once = instantaneously = right now = just now immediately
a. at 2100
b. immediately
c. at noon
d. before 9:00 a.m
13. The entire class is going on the tour.
entire = total = full = complete = whole All will go.
a. Many will go.
b. A few will go.
c. Some will go.
d. All will go.
14. The electric power failed last night.
fail = stop working = be unsuccessful = not pass = not succeed = fall short = not make the grade
= not be up to snuff = stop working It went off.
a. It came on.
b. It grew stronger.
c. It went off.
d. It grew weaker.
15. Mr. Kelley picked out the best tools for the job.
picked out = pick out = choose = select = make a choice = pick He choose the best tool.
. a. He sold the best tool.
b. He chose the best tool.
c. He overlooked the best tool.
d. He didnt see the best tool.
16. Mary wants to serve in the hospital. What does she want to do in the hospital?
serve = serve up = give out = help = wait on give some help
a. buy some medicine
b. sea a doctor
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c. get a private room
b. give some help
17. Mary bought a pair of shoes for 4 dollars plus 20 cents tax? How much did the shoes cost without
the
tax?
plus = plus point = in addition
tax = duty = due = toll $4.00
. a. $4.00
b. $4.20
c. $3.80
d. tax free
18. The man asked the lady to make up her mind. What did he want her to do?
make up her mind = decide = choose = make a decision decide what she wanted
. a. decide what she wanted
b. think about it
c. power her face
d. get up
19. Martha has completed high school and will go to college in September.
completed = complete = finished = accomplished = through = from beginning to end
She is through with high school.
a. She is half way through high school.
b. She is going to high school now.
c. She is starting high school.
d. She is through with high school.
20. If this student makes above 90 on this test, he will be language qualified.
If = stipulation = may He may quality on this test.
. a. He was language-qualified.
b. He wont be language-qualified.
c. He will make under 90.
d. He may quality on this test.
21. I had just left the office when you called.
just = in a minute = a minute ago = a moment ago = immediately
left = absent = gone = missing = not here I left only a minute before you called.
a. I left only a minute before you called.
b. You called before I left.
c. My office is to the left.
d. I entered the office just as you called.
22. The wires were hidden between the walls.
hidden = unseen = out of sight = unknown You could not see the wires.
a. You could see the wires.
b. The wire are in front.
c. You could not see the wires.
d. The wire were outside the walls
23. The group broke up the party at nine oclock.
broke up = finish = end = close = transversely The party end at 9 oclock.
a. The group started the party on time.
b. The party was postponed at 9 oclock.
c. The party end at 9 oclock.
d. The group was divided according to instructions
24. He checked out this morning.
checked out = check out = leave = depart He left this morning.
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a. He came this morning.
b. He left this morning.
c. he was given some money this morning.
d. He was out of cash this morning.
25. The prisoner will be released from jail today.
released = out = free = unconfined = unrestricted = on the loose He will be let out today.
. a. He will be let out today.
b. He will be put in today.
c. He will stay in jail.
d. Hell still be in jail in the morning.
26. Be careful with Mr. Hawkins. He is deaf.
deaf = unable to hear = hard of hearing = hearing-impaired He cannot hear.
. a. He cannot hear.
b. He cannot see.
c. He cannot talk.
d. He cannot walk
27. Allen speak Spanish as well as Robert does. How well does Allen speak Spanish?
as well as = as good as = the same as = equal to = comparable with about the same as Robert
a. better than Robert
b. about the same as Robert
c. worse than Robert
d. much better than Robert
28. What should hammers be used for?
hammers = hammer = hit = strike = knock = drive = nail = drum to drive nails
a. to drive nails
b. to bend or cut wire
c. to turn screws
d. to cut wood
29. Humans are able to survive at very high altitude. What can they do there?
survive = stay alive = live = live on = carry on
a. swim
b. live
c. expire
d. float
30. The weather report calls for thunder shower?
shower = spell of rain = light rainfall = spray rainy
a. icy
b. sunny
c. rainy
d. snow
31. Lay off! He doesnt feel like singing.
Lay off = dismiss = suspend = discharge = stop Stop, hes not happy.
a. Get off, hes not happy.
b. Continue, hes not happy.
c. Sing, hes not happy.
d. Stop, hes not happy.
32. Man : What are you waiting for?
Woman : I am waiting for you to apologize. What does she expect the man to do?
a. introduce her
b. tell her that he is sorry
c. leave the room
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d. open the door for her
33. Man : Whats Als house like?

Woman : Its huge. What did the woman say about Als house?
huge = titanic = giant = oversize His house is big.
a. His house is pretty.
b. His house is old.
c. His house is big.
d. His house is modern.
34. Edward often uses the dictionary. What does the often do?
dictionary = word list = vocabulary = phrase book He looks up the meanings of words
a. He eats a lot.
b. He uses an encyclopedia.
c. He has trouble finding things.
d. He looks up the meanings of words.
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1. The table is made of aluminum.
aluminum It is made of light metal.
a. It is too heavy.
b. It is dirty.
. c. It can be seen through.
d. It is made of light metal
2. Johnson went to the post office and cashed his money order.
cashed = cash = money = hard cash = ready money = coins He obtained some money.
. a. He got some stamps.
b. He deposited some money.
c. He mailed money order.
d. He obtained some money.
3.= specialist = expert = professional = precise special skill
4. The commander went along with our request for a field trip.
went long with = go along with = agree = approve = accept = acquiesce = concur
The commander approved our trip.
5. My socks have disappeared.
disappeared = not here = moved out = departed = vanished = left = gone I cant find them.
a. I cant find them.
b. They are worn out.
c. They have holes in them.
d. They cant be sewed.
6. Mr. James is a commercial pilot
commercial = business = money-making = profit-making The airlines pay him for flying.
a. The airlines pay him for flying.
b. He flies for the Air Force.
c. He flies for sport.
d. He sells airplanes.
7.: I dont know but shes not a permanent employee. What kind of job does Mary have?
permanent = stable = enduring = lasting = undeviating temporary a temporary one
8. Bert got on the wrong bus yesterday. Steve did, too.
wrong = incorrect = mistaken = erroneous = in the wrong = immoral They didnt ride the right bus.
9.. Mary said Be careful that wire is not insulated. What did she mean?
insulated = insulate = protect = shield = cut off = isolate The wire is not protected.
10. The trip was made over bumpy roads. What kind of roads were they?
bumpy = uneven = rough = rutted = potholed = uncomfortable rough
11. Are you getting used to the climate here?
used to = accustomed to = at ease with = hardened to = in the habit of = inured to
Are you getting accustomed to it?
a. Are you getting sick of it?
b. Are you getting tired of it?
c. Are you getting accustomed to it?
d. Are you getting some idea of it?
12. time off = vacation = break = rest = retreat
13. hunger = lack of food = food shortage = need
14.concentrate = give attention to = think = focus = ponder = muse = deliberate = contemplate
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15. Man : His work was poor. What do you learn about Harold?
16.poor = underprivileged = unfortunate = unsatisfactory = not good enough = unacceptable
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1. Susan made a mistake.
mistake = error = fault = blunder = slip-up = inaccuracy = oversight She made an error.
a. She hit the target.
b. She made a perfect score.
c. She made an error.
d. She was correct
2. Woman : Youd better put that food in the refrigerator right now.
Man : Why?
Woman : It spoils easily. What did the woman mean?
spoils = spoil = decay = go rotten = rot = destroy It will decay quickly.
a. It will stay in good condition.
b. It will decay quickly.
c. It will be safe to eat.
d. It will remain unchanged.
3. Keep your eye on the road.
Keep = continue = go on = watch over = observe Watch the road closely.
a. Look off the road.
b. Watch the road closely.
c. Stay away from the road.
d. Close your eyes carefully
4. checked = check = make sure = confirm
5. We must check the engine in our car.
check = examine = make sure = test = ensure = confirm We must examine our car.
a. Our car costs much money.
b. We received a check for our car.
c. We received some money.
d. We must examine our car.
6. commercial = business = money-making = profit-making
7. merchant = trade = mercantile = commercial = business a trader
8. Woman : Because school attendance is compulsory at her age. What did the woman mean?
compulsory = necessary = required = obligatory = essential that the girl must go to school
a. that the girl must go to school
b. that the girl prefers to go to school
c. that the girl wouldnt like to work
d. that girls her age do not have to go to school
9.quickly = hurriedly = rapidly = fast = speedily = swiftly = hastily = promptly
10.punctual = on time = in good time = prompt = on the dot
on time = in time = punctual = in good time = prompt = punctually
11. Barbara was comfortable.
comfortable = at ease = relaxed = contented = happy = easy = calm = comfy She felt good.
12. The instructor thought that it would be a good idea to go over the lesson during the period.
go over = review = discuss = examine = go into = look at He wanted to review the lesson.
. a. He wanted to review the lesson.
b. He asked the students to write the lesson.
c. He thought the lesson was we explained.
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d. He thought he overlooked the lesson.
13. Mr. Jones said, I hope Henry will get in touch with me. What did Mr. Jones want Henry to do?
get in touch with = call = get hold of = contact = reach = speak to = write to contact him
a. like him
b. remember him
c. contact him
d. forget him
14. make up her mind = decide = choose = make a decision decide what she wanted
15. The woman asked the man to make up his mind. What did she want him to do?
make up his mind = decide = reach a decision = make a decision = come to a decision = choose
decide what he wanted
. a. decide what he wanted
b. think about it
c. solve the problem
d. get up
16. badly = poorly = deficiently = faultily = defectively = imperfectly
Woman : I would probably ignore him. What did the woman mean?
ignore = pay no attention to = take no notice of = disregard = do not take into account = discount
She would not pay any attention.
d. He couldnt win.
17. The soldier went to the chaplain for advice.
chaplain =
advice = recommendation = counsel He wanted to get married.
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1. properly = correctly = well = accurately = appropriately = right

2.absent = not in attendance = missing = out = not present
3. back = backside = rear = reverse
4. right now = immediately = at once = right away = at present = at the moment immediately
5. alike = similar = the same = comparable = similarly = equally
6.barber = Whose people cuts peoples hair. He cuts peoples hair.
7.control = regulate = adjust
8. immediately = right away = at once = just now = suddenly
9. cant afford = dont have enough money
10.beside = next to = at the side of = alongside = by = near = nearby = close = adjacent to
11.filling = big = heavy = satisfying = substantial = stodgy a cavity filled by the dentist
12.similar = alike = like = comparable
13. Robert is comparable to Ernest in height and weight.
comparable = equal = similar = equivalent = as good as They are about the same size.
14. Practically = almost = nearly = virtually = just about = basically = all but most of them
15. present = in attendance = there = here = at hand = nearby = current
16. skip = miss = miss out = omit = leave out = pass over
18. Be careful with Mr. Hawkins. He is deaf.
deaf = unable to hear = hard of hearing = hearing-impaired He cannot hear.
. a. He cannot hear.
b. He cannot see.
c. He cannot talk.
d. He cannot walk.
19. technical = specialized = mechanical = specialist = expert = professional = precise
expert = skilled = specialist = authority = professional
20. interfere = meddle = mess about = disturb = be nosy = intervene = get involved
21. entire = full = complete = total All will go.
22. constant = steady = stable = invariable = continuous
23. Hal ended up at the top of his class.
ended up = finish up = wind up Hal finished highest in his class.
a. Hal completed his classroom.
b. Hal was late for class.
c. Hal finished highest in his class.
d. Hal had an accident in class.
24. When will you wind up the project?
wind up = finish = end = bring to an end = close = shut down When will you finish the project?
a. When will you increase the project?
b. When will you expand the project?
c. When will you start the project?
d. When will you finish the project?
25. Woman : I am waiting for you to apologize. What does she expect the man to do?
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26. Did he prevent the accident?
prevent = stop = put off = put a stop to Yes, he stopped it.
a. Yes, he stopped it.
b. Yes, he prepared it.
c. Yes, he pressed it.
d. Yes, he presented it.
27.Woman : I was put off. What happened to the meeting?
put off = postpone = delay = leave to another time = defer =ruinIt was postponed.
28. obstruct = block = hinder = barricade = get in the way = impede = frustrate block the view
29. The tool was wrapped in paper.
wrapped = wrap = cover = enclose = enfold = wrap up The tool was covered on paper.
30. Henry got a painful injury playing football.
painful = hurting = throbbing = sore = tender = raw = excruciating = agonizing It hurt a lot.
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1.freeze = ice up = ice over = becomes ice = freeze up =

2. never = by no means = on no account = not at all = in no way
3. alike = similar = the same = comparable = similarly = equally Yes, they look the same.
4. inspection = examination = check = check up = scrutiny = assessment = going over
5. wakes up = wake up = get up = awaken = stir = come around
get up = wake up = wake = stir = awaken
6. construction = building = production = manufacture = structure = creation
7. ailment = illness = sickness = disease = disorder = complaint = weakness
8. Bother = trouble = difficulty = problem = nuisance = inconvenience = worry
bothered = disturbed = worried = concerned = troubled = upset = anxious
9. accurately = correctly = precisely = exactly = truthfully = truly = perfectly correctly
10. employ = provide work for = take up = occupy = make use of
take up = start = begin = occupy = study
11.Man : Well, he becomes mentally tired after long hours of study. What did the man say about
mentally = mental = emotionally = thinking = cerebral Bob gets tired of thinking
12. functions = function = work = perform = operate = run = go
13. catches on = catch on = understand = follow you
14. lecture = talk = teach = speech = homily
15. Man : My car stalled on the highway. What happened to the mans car on the highway?
stalled = stall = stop = cut out = delayed It stopped.
a. It stopped.
b. It ran very fast.
c. It was in an accident.
d. It had a flat tire.
16. The boy must fold his paper.
fold = double = fold over = fold up = wrinkle He must double it over.
a. He must hold it.
b. He must double it over.
c. He must clean it up.
d. He must read it again.
17. negative = downbeat = unenthusiastic = unconstructive = unhelpful = off-putting = pessimistic =
harmful = depressing
18. replaced = replace = change = substitute = restore = use instead = exchange
19. rush = hurry = run = flash = dash = sprint = scuttle =fast
20. slippery = slide = slick = icy = slimy
21. The officer gave a brief talk. How was his talk?
brief = short = concise = succinct = to the point = pithy = epigrammatic = short-lived short
. a. long
b. short
c. detailed
d. illustrated
22. look after = care for = take care of = see to
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1. Susan went to the zoo yesterday. What did she see there?
zoo animals
a. factories
b. animals
c. schools
d. reservations
2. industrial = manufacturing = industrialized factory
3.international = worldwide = global = intercontinental citizens of different countries
4. Jack is on vacation this week.
vacation = holiday = break = trip = rest = retreat He is not working.
a. He is not working.
b. He is sick.
c. He is out of town.
d. He is moving his family
5. normal = usual = standard = regular = ordinary = typical = common = average as usual
6. took up = take up = begin = start = adopt = engage in
7. Most accidents take place in heavy traffic.
take place = occur = happen = go on = have effect Accidents occur when there are many cars.
a. Accidents happen at yellow lights.
b. Accidents occur when there are many cars.
c. Accidents are cut down during the night.
d. Accidents increase when the lights are red
8. stuffy = unventilated = airless = close The air was not fresh
9. Woman : The one in the suburb. Where is the shopping center located?
suburb = village = town in an area near the city.
. a. in an area near the city
b. downtown
c. in the country
d. on a crossroads
10. Woman : Oh, he living in suburbs. Where is Jim Smather home?
suburbs = suburb = town = village His home is close to the city
11. Joe always obeyed his father.
obeyed = obey = mind = do as you are told = follow = act upon Joe did what his father said.
12. He is willing to travel.
willing = agreeable = enthusiastic = eager He is agreeing to travel.
a. He is refusing to travel.
b. He is agreeing to travel.
c. He is forced to travel.
d. He is afraid to travel.
13. on sale = reduced = discounted = selling at knockdown prices It is reduced in price.
14. Man : He took up a new lesson last week. What did the teacher do last week?
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took up = take up = begin = start = adopt = engage in He began a new lesson.
15. Man : He cant afford the trip. What did the man say about Charles?
cant afford = dont have enough money
16. determination = resolve = purpose = fortitude = grit = willpower = strength of mind
the desire to succeed
17. courage = bravery = valor = nerve = guts
18. sometimes = occasionally = on occasion = every so often
1. Mrs. Miller took the flowers from .the table.

a. besides b. into
c. from d. upon
2. John will be in school for an extended period of time.
He will be there.
a. for an indefinite b. for a longer time
c. for a brief time d. for a shorter time
3. Students in many countries are interested..
a. of the American Indian b. on the American Indian
c. at the American Indian d. in the American Indian
4. This car is ..than the other one.

a. more faster b. faster
c. fastest d. fastly
5. The commander wanted to wind up the meeting.
a. He wanted to bring it to an end. b. He wanted to start it.
c. He wanted to make a pause in it. d. He wanted to shift it.
6. I still remember the place..I first saw you.
a. when b. where
c. how d. which
7. She prepares breakfast for.and her husband.
a. himself b. hers
c. she d. herself
8. Water..of hydrogen and oxygen.
a. consisting b. is consisted
c. consist d. has been consisted
9. I am tired..studying; lets go for walk.
a. of b. to
c. by d. for
10. I have been waiting for you since
a. now b. noon
c. tomorrow d. sometime
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11. Joe said, Let me have a book of fives and one Air Mail.
He wanted to buy..
a. some stamps b. an airplane ticket
c. five books d. some stationery
12. Choose the correct sentence.
a. Joe lives on Adams Street. b. Joe lives upon Adams Street.
c. Joe lives at Adams Streetd. Joe lives in Adams Street
13. There was a knock on the door. It was a.

a. sound b. knob
c. look d. name plate
14. If a man doesnt eat, he will die eventually.
a. right away b. forever
c. instantly d. sooner or later
15. This machine is automatic.
a. is dependable b. works by hand
c. is a car d. works by itself
16. .in one place for such a long time was very uncomfortable.
a. Sitting b. Sat
c. Sit d. For sitting
17. The teacher is sitting..her desk.
a. in b. to
c. with d. at
18. The temperature during the day went below the.point.
a. frozen b. freezing
c. freezer d. froze
19. John said, We..to leave now.
a. must b. had ought
c. ought d. should
20. Most women are interested in fashions. They like to read about
a. food b. clothes
c. entertainment d. furniture
21. The skeletonthe human body.
a. supporting b. supports
c. is supported d. to support
22. Mr. Robinson heard from his wife last night.
a. He wrote her last night. b. He received an injury from her.
c. He will call her tonight d. He received a telegram from her.
23. Select the correct sentence:
a. After checking the tires, he started the car.
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b. The car started after he checking the tires.
c. He after checking the tires, the car started.
d. The tires after checking, the car started he.
24. Since the time of World War , incredible progress has been made in
the development of this weapon.
a. The progress was small. b. The progress was as expected.
c. No progress has been made since World War . d.
The progress is almost unbelievable.
25. I glanced at my watch and realized.
a. it was time that for class b. it that time was for class
c. that it was time for class d. for that time it was class
26. Brian told the clerk, I want a pack of cigarettes.
a. He needed some matches b. They are outside.
c. He wants to see some cigarettes
d. He saw some cigarettes in a package.
27. We will provide you with pencils and paper.
a. We will give you pencils and paper
b. We will take up your pencils and paper.
c. You must bring pencils and paper.
d. Well buy pencils and paper from you.
28. Razor blades are used for.
a. measuring b. shaving
c. weighing d. playing
29. Choose the correct sentence :
a. Accidents are for the commander a constant worry.
b. A constant worry for the commander are accident.
c. For the commander is a constant worry accident.
d. Accidents are a constant worry for the commander.
30. During meals, meat is usually cut and..one piece at time.
a. eat b. eating
c. eaten d. ate
31. Woman: What did the weather forecast say for today?
Man: It said there was an 80% possibility of rain.
Woman: Oh, Ihave brought my raincoat.
a. must b. may
c. should d. could
32. Jim lives with his brother..
a. for Main Street b. on Main Street
c. in Main Street d. to Main Street
33. I had better see a doctor.
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a. should b. can
c. wouldnt d. couldnt
34. If you jump to conclusions, you.
a. must be in good physical condition
b. enter contests
c. suffer physical pain d. make decisions too quickly
35. On the first page of a newspaper we generally find .

a. the want ads b. the death notices
c. the editorial section d. the headlines
36. Choose the correct sentence.
a. A few days ago I met downtown John.
b. I met John downtown a few days ago.
c. Downtown a few days ago I met John.
d. I met a few days ago John downtown.
37. The news broadcast reached every home in the land. The news
reached every house
a. through the newspapers b. on the radio
c. by word of mouth d. at the movies
38. We tried to ignore thedog.
a. bark b. barking
c. barked d. to bark
39. Larry skipped the fourth question.
a. wrote b. omitted
c. answered d. asked
40. Some people judge the quality of food by .. it.
a. smell b. smelled
c. to smell d. smelling
41. This kind of weather is typical for this part of the country.
a. abnormal b. reasonable
c. usual d. dependable
42. Id like to have this suit.at your special price.
a. to clean and to press b. cleaned and pressed
c. cleaning and pressing d. cleans and presses
43.When you are talking on the telephone, the operator sometimes
interrupts you.
a. connects b. cuts in on
c. listens d. overcharges
44. Did you help her make up her mind?
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a. Yes, I decided for myself.b. Yes, I helped her decide.
c. Yes, I mined about the maid. d. Yes, I mined about the maid
45. The Indians hunted buffalo, spears for weapons.
a. use b. using
c. used d. were using
46. He thought twice about a new automobile. He was
a. ready to buy b. going to buy two cars
c. not going to buy it d. not sure
47. When will the new book come out?
a. be read b. be allowed
c. be published d. be written
48. Robert wasnt in class this morning. Annie wasnt there,.

a. too b. neither
c. either d. also
49. Miss Brown said, I need to buy a pair of new shoes but I dont have
the time.
a. She should get some new shoes.
b. She has time to do some shopping.
c. She bought a pair of shoes.
d. She doesnt have the money to buy the shoes.
50. A person should use his head when flying a plane.
a. nod his head b. turn his head often
c. think intelligently d. look straight ahead
51. Meat is usuallyone piece at a time.
a. eat b. eating
c. eaten d. ate
52. Would you be interested in a soccer game?
a. attended b. attend
c. attending d. to attend
53. He told us to stick to it.
a. stop making noise b. listen very carefully
c. stay on the job d. help with the work
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ECL
1. We eat a variety of vegetables everyday.
variety = type = kind = brand = form We eat difference kinds of vegetables daily.
a. We eat different kinds of vegetables daily.
b. We always eat the same vegetables.
c. We eat vegetables with our meat every day
d. We eat only one vegetables every day
2. Doug is an eager worker.
eager = ready = keen = enthusiastic = excited = raring to go = willing He likes to work.
a. He is afraid of work.
b. He likes to work.
c. He works slowly.
d. He is poor worker
3. Woman : What did the doctor say, Bill?
Man : He told me to cut out smoking. What did the doctor tell Bill?
cut out = remove = take out = quit = give up = stop to quit smoking
a. to quit smoking
b. to reduce his smoking
c. that he didnt need to smoke regularly
d. that he could continue smoking
4. Woman : Bill, did you go to the game with John?
Man : I thought I would, then I changed my mind. What did Bill mean?
He decided not to go.
. a. He was undecided.
b. He is going with John.
c. He decided not to go.
d. He went to the game.
5. If we are having a thundershower, what are we having?
thundershower a storm
a. a bath
b. a harvest
c. a summer day
d. a storm
6. Keep your eye on the road.
Keep = continue = go on = watch over = observe Watch the road closely.
a. Look off the road.
b. Watch the road closely.
c. Stay away from the road.
d. Close your eyes carefully.
7. The electrician fixed my radio in one hour.
fixed = fix = repair = mend = put right = patch up He repaired the radio.
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a. He repaired the radio.
b. He listened to the radio for an hour.
c. He replaced the radio.
d. He cleaned the radio.
8. This wrist watch is old. old = aged = elderly = older = mature It is not new.
a. It is not warm.
b. It is not new.
c. It has been sold.
d. It is mad of gold.
9. The students made up their minds to go to the party.

made up their minds = decide They decided to attend the party.
a. They decided to attend the party.
b. They did not worry about the party.
c. They could not decide about going. .
d. They are not going to the party.
10. That instrument panel is very important. It is on the left.
important = essential = main = significant The panel on the left is very useful.
. a. The panel is on the left of the instrument.
b. The instrument panel on the left is useless.
c. The instrument panel is not on the left
d. The panel on the left is very useful.
11. Practically, all American homes have radios. How many homes have radios?
Practically = almost = nearly = virtually = just about = basically = all but most of them
a. everyone of them
b. most of them
c. several of them
d. lost of them
12. Air is dense at sea-level.
dense = thick = opaque = solid = impenetrable = intense = dark The air is thick.
a. The air is thin.
b. The air is thick.
c. The air is hot.
d. The air is cool.
13. The needle moved to the left when the tank was empty.
The indicator showed an empty tank.
. a. The gasoline tank stayed full.
b. The empty tank was on the left.
c. The left-hand indicator had no needle.
d. The indicator showed an empty tank.
14. Mary doesnt like her jacket because one sleeve is too long. What is too long?
sleeve the sleeve
a. the sheet
b. the screen
c. the shirt
d. the sleeve
15. This fruit grows on a vine. Where does it grow?
on a vine
a. underwater
b. on a tree
c. on a vine
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d. underground
16. The mechanic is feeling a little blue today.
blue = depressed = down = sad = unhappy = dejected = fed up He is feeling sad.
a. He is touching something.
b. He is feeling a color.
c. He is feeling sad.
d. He is wearing blue clothing.
17. The instructor is listening and not talking.

listening and not talking He is letting the students speak.
a. He is letting the students speak.
b. He is lecturing.
c. He is talking to the student.
d. He is talking too much.
18. John was too late to catch the bus.
too late = late = after the event = very late = belatedly = tardily John missed the bus.
. a. John met the bus.
b. John made the bus.
c. John will miss the bus.
d. John missed the bus.
19. The cable was concealed in back of the engine. Where was the cable hidden?
in back = behind = at the rear behind the engine
a. on top of the engine
b. in front of the engine
c. behind the engine
d. on the left side of the engine
20. Since it was so hot he stayed at home. Why did he remain at home?
hot = warm = boiling = heat = heat up = warm up = reheat because of the heat
. a. because of the cold weather
b. because of the work at home
c. because of the heat
b. because of the humidity
21. Who studies the weather?
weather = climate = weather conditions a meteorologist
a. an engineer
b. a chemist
c. a meteorologist
d. a physiologist
22. His name immediately came to mind.
immediately = right away = at once = just now = suddenly I suddenly remembered his name.
a. I did not know his name.
b. I remembered what he looked like.
c. I suddenly remembered his name.
d. I couldnt say his name.
23. The children cooked their own supper tonight. I did not help them.
The children did all the work.
. a. Supper was prepared by my wife.
b. My wife and I prepared the supper.
c. The children cant cook at all.
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d. The children did all the work.
24.Man : I have no friends with whom to practice English.
Woman : Ill sea to it that you soon have an opportunity to speak English. What did the woman say?
opportunity = chance = occasion = opening = prospect Youll have a chance to speak English.
. a. Youll have a chance to speak English.
. b. Its a good practice to speak English.
c. Youll learn English quickly.
d. Youll wont have any occasion to speak English.
25. Man : I thought you send your maid out to do your shopping
Woman : Well, sometimes I go shopping by myself. How often does the woman go shopping?
sometimes = occasionally = on occasion = every so often occasionally
a. usually
b. never
c. occasionally
d. often
26. Mr. Brown liked the cartoons in the evening newspaper. What were they?
cartoons = cartoon = drawing = caricature = picture = comic strip = sketch drawing
a. headlines
b. news
c. stories
d. drawing
27. While Sgt. Jones was putting fuel in the plane, Sgt. Smith checked the rubber on the wheels.
What did Sgt. Smith check?
wheels = wheel = circle rubber on the wheels the tires
. a. the dials
b. the tires
c. the wires
d. the fuel
28. Help me get the food out of the basket and we can eat right away.
get out of = get around = spread = take out Help me take the food out.
. a. Help me take the food out.
b. Help me eat the basket.
c. Help me buy food from the basket.
d. Help me put the food in the basket.
29. Woman : This tire is in bad shape. What shall I do with it?
Man : Change it. What did the man tell the man to do with the tire?
change = replace = exchange = substitute replace it.
a. replace it
b. repair it
c. inflate it
d. rotate it
30. Gasoline is flammable.
flammable = inflammable = combustible It will burn easily.
a. It is a liquid.
b. It will burn easily
c. It is a fuel.
d. It will not burn.
31. The workman will tear down that building.
tear down = demolish = rip down = pull down = raze to the ground They will take it apart.
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. a. They will set it on fire.
b. They will take it apart.
c. They will repair it.
d. They will paint it.
32. The clerk asked the customer to try the coat on. The customer put it on and said, The sleeves are
not long enough. The sleeves are too short.
a. The coat fits just right.
b. The sleeves are too short.
c. The sleeves are too long. .
d. The sleeves are O.K.
33. Mrs. Nolan doesnt get along with Mrs. Morgan.

get along with = like = be compatible with = gel with The arent friendly each other.
a. They are good friends.
b. They dont know each other.
c. They arent friendly each other.
d. They havent seen each other for a long time.
34. Lt. Alan forgot to put his return address on the package.
forgot = forget = not remember = put out of your mind He didnt write his return address.
a. Lt. Allen wrote his return address.
b. He returned the package.
c. He didnt write his return address.
d. He forgot to return the package.
35. Patrick gave Bill permission to drive the car. What did Patrick do?
permit = allow = authorize = consent = let = okay = sanction = give your blessing to
drive = take = make = impel = coerce = force He allowed Bill to take the car.
a. He ordered Bill to drive the car.
b. He allowed Bill to take the car.
c. He warned Bill not to take the car.
b. He gave Bill a ride in the car.
36. Woman : That used car is in very nice condition. May I drive it?
Man : Sure, try it out. What did the man mean?
try it out = try out = test = audition = trial He granted the woman permission to drive the car.
. a. He refused the womans request to drive the car.
b. He granted the woman permission to drive the car
c. He told the woman the car is brand new.
d. He told the woman the car is not in good condition
37. If Bill were to knock on the door. What would he do?
knock = bang = hit = hammer = thump make a noise by hitting the door
a. break the door by hitting it.
b. make a noise by hitting the door
c. throw a stone at the door
d. lean on the door
38. The students participate in sports.
participate = take part = partake = chip in = join = play a part = share They take part in sports.
. a. They teach sports.
b. They study sports.
c. They take part in sports.
d. They watch movies of sports.
39. Man : Do those men have jobs?
Woman : No, but they are willing to work. What did the woman mean?
willing = prepared = ready = agreeable = standing by They would have worked if asked.
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a. They would have worked if asked.
b. The work was too difficult. .
c. They did not want to work.
d. They had finished the work.
40. Man : Did everyone enjoy the activities?
Woman : Well, everyone took part in them. What did the woman say?
took part = take part = join in = play a part in = participate Everyone participated in them.
. a. Everyone participated in them.
b. Everyone anticipated in them.
c. Everyone accepted them.
d. Everyone divided them
41. Woman : Watch out, Bill. You hit that cow.

Man : Dont worry. Im careful.
Woman : Well, go more slowly. What does the woman want the man to do?
slowly = decrease decrease his speed.
. a. increase his speed
b. decrease his speed
c. move very fast
d. take a long time to move
42. Tom asked the clerk, How much are those cookies?
How much They are 55$ a dozen.
. a. They are 55 a dozen.
b. There are twelve to a carton.
c. They have protein in them.
d. I like them baked.
43. We turn the TV program on as it started. When did we turn it on?
started = in progress = ongoing = happening = on track just in time
a. just for a while
b. just in time
c. a little too late
d. much too early
44. Accurate weather forecasts are a great assistance to pilots.
assistance = help = support = assist Pilots are helped by good weather forecast.
a. Pilots must prepare accurate forecasts.
. b. Pilots should have an assistant.
c. Pilots are helped by good weather forecast.
d. Pilots must assist the weatherman.
45. Pete is getting mad. Youd better lay off.
lay off = dismiss = suspend = discharge = stop Stop what are you doing.
a. Stop what you are doing.
b. Lie down over here.
c. Go back to work.
d. Continue working.
46. Woman : Would you like more vegetables?
Man : No, thats sufficient. Thank you. What did the man mean?
sufficient = enough = adequate = plenty = ample = satisfactory He has enough.
a. He has enough.
b. He does not like vegetables.
c. He wants more.
d. He would like something else.
47. There is a large hole in the table cloth. What is the matter with the cloth?
hole = hole = tear = gap = torn = opening = crack = fissure It has a big torn place in it.
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. a. It has a big torn place in it.
b. It is in a big cold place.
c. It is very dirty.
d. It doesnt fit the table.
48. Glenns home is air conditioned.
air conditioned = cooling machine He has a machine to keep his house cool.
a. He has a machine to keep his house cool.
b. Its very windy where he lives.
c. He keeps the windows open to cool his house
d. His house is in good condition.
49. When you go by air you depend on the pilot to take you to your destination safely.
depend on = rely on = trust = be sure of = be certain of You reply on the pilot.
a. You want to be careful.
b. You check on the weather.
c. You reply on the pilot.
d. You depend on yourself.
50. This pencil is like that one.
like = similar to = similar = alike The pencils are alike.
a. One pencil is better.
b. The pencils are different.
c. One pencil is smaller.
d. The pencils are alike.
51. Joe went along with Toms idea.
went along with = go along with = agree = accept = grant Joe agreed with Tom.
a. It wasnt Toms idea.
b. Joe ignored the idea.
c. Joe agreed with Tom.
d. Joe took Toms idea with him.
52. Mark said that Alison might come to visit him. What did he say?
might = may = may perhaps = can = may possibly that she would perhaps come to visit him
. a. that she would perhaps come to visit him
b. that she must come to visit him
c. that she ought to come to visit him
b. that she will surely come to visit him
53. He prefers hi s meat well done.
well done = well-cooked = overcooked = good for you = completed = through = finished
He like the meat cooked thoroughly.
a. He likes to do things well.
b. He likes the meat cooked thoroughly.
c. He would rather cut his meat last.
d. He likes meat very much.
54. When we went back and look at the water it had been transformed. What happened to it?
transformed = changed = altered = malformed = misshapen = distorted It had changed to ice.
a. It had overflowed.
b. It was a different.
c. It was leaking out
d. It had changed to ice.
55. Yesterday it drizzled all day.
drizzled = drizzle = light rain = sprinkle = rain slightly There was a light rain.
a. There was a light rain.
b. Sleet fell during the storm.
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c. Heavy rains fell all day.
d. It snowed all day.
56. Marcia ordinarily goes to work at 8:00 a.m. everyday, but when its raining she leaves at 7:30 a.m.
ordinarily = usually = normally = generally = in general She usually goes to work at 8:00 A.M.
. a. She always goes to work at the same time.
b. She sometimes goes to work 7:00 A.M.
c. She always goes to work at 7:30 A.M.
d. She usually goes to work at 8:00 A.M.
57. I dont like the humidity today.

humidity = damp = dampness = clamminess = wetness I dont like the air to be damp.
a. I like to see a clear sky.
b. I dont like the air to be damp.
c. I dont like a dry day.
d. I dont like a strong wind.
58. This animal is harmless.
harmless = safe = risk-free = undamaging = not dangerous = nontoxic It wont hurt you.
a. It can kill you.
b. It wont hurt you.
c. It is afraid.
d. It may hurt you.
59. The students got a chance to tour the city.
chance = opportunity = option = possibility = probability They were given the opportunity to go.
. a. They were given the opportunity to go.
b. They couldnt go.
c. They had to go.
d. They were left out.
60. John put his car in reverse. In which direction will he go?
reverse = overturn = backward = turn around = toward the back = back = rearward backward
a. forward
b. backward
c. sideways
d. down
61. Sgt. John is a very dependable soldier. What kind of soldier is he?
dependable = trustworthy = reliable = loyal = faithful = trusty = steady trustworthy
. a. rude
b. foolish
c. trustworthy
d. unkind
62. The fruit on the table is delicious. How is it?
delicious = tasty = delightful = full of flavor = flavorsome It has a good flavor.
. a. It is very fresh.
b. It has been there for a month.
c. It has a good flavor.
d. It is not ripe.
63. Loud noises interfere with my studies.
interfere = meddle = mess about = disturb = be nosy = intervene = get involved
The noises disturb me.
. a. The noises disturb me.
b. Noises increase my attention.
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c. The studies make me sleepy.
d. I am studying noises.
64. Man : Did the instructor investigate the causes failures on the last examination?
Woman : Yes, he got down to the real reason why so many students did not pass. What did the
woman mean?
got down to = get down to = tackle = begin = launch into = make a start = determine
The instructor determined the reason for the student failures.
a. The instructor wrote the information.
b. The instructor determined the reason for the student failures.
c. The instructor could not arrive at the reason for failures.
d. The instructor was worried because the students did not pass.
65. Man : What kind of line is that?

Woman : Its vertical to the ground . What did the woman say?
vertical = straight up = straight down = upright = erect The line was straight up and down.
a. The line was straight up and down.
b. The line was lying on the ground.
c. The line stretched very tightly.
d. The line was visible.
66. The service unit will feed the troops. What will it do the troops?
feed = supply = nourish = provide for = give food to = nosh = give to eat It will supply them.
. a. It will supply them.
b. It will attack them.
c. It will stop them.
d. It will join them
67. Lay off! He doesnt feel like singing.
Lay off = dismiss = suspend = discharge = stop Stop, hes not happy.
a. Get off, hes not happy.
b. Continue, hes not happy.
c. Sing, hes not happy.
d. Stop, hes not happy.
68. George needs a razor.

razor = shaver = blade = straight razor He wants to shave his beard.
a. He wants to light a cigarette.
b. He wants to light a cigarette.
c. He wants to shine his shoes.
d. He wants to shave his beard.
69. Man : What do you do?
Woman : I am a waitress. What is the womans job?
waitress = serves food She serves food.
a. She sings songs.
b. She makes clothing.
c. She serves food.
d. She sells ticket.
70. Woman : What kind of work did Harold do?
Man : His work was poor. What do you learn about Harold?
poor = underprivileged = unfortunate = unsatisfactory = not good enough = unacceptable
He did unsatisfactory work.
a. He did unsatisfactory work.
b. He did different kinds of work.
c. He did not have much money.
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d. He did well in his work.
71. Some leaves are missing from this book. Whats missing?
leaves = pages pages
a. covers
b. names
c. pages
d. sentences
72. What is a thermostat used for? to regulate temperature
a. to indicate atmospheric pressure
b. to record temperatures
c. to measure precipitation
d. to regulate temperature
73. John will change his shirt. What will he do? put on a different shirt
a. buy the shirt
b. put on a different shirt
c. wash the shirt
d. take it to the laundry
74. The planes crew was very busy during the emergency.
emergency = crisis = tragedy = urgent situation = dangerous They had a dangerous problem.
a. They had a normal flight.
b. They had some turbulence.
c. They had a practice drill.
d. They had a dangerous problem.
75. The fog was so thick they could not see.
The visibility was poor.
a. The visibility was poor.
b. It was raining.
c. There was a lot of snow.
d. It was getting dark.
76. Astronauts undergo years of training.
undergo = submit yourself to = go through = receive They receive extensive training.
. a. They dislike extensive training.
b. They receive extensive training.
c. They train lightly because of exhaustion.
d. They skip extensive training.
77. The tool was wrapped in paper.
wrapped = wrap = cover = enclose = enfold = wrap up The tool was covered on paper.
a. The paper was put inside the tool.
b. The tool was explained on paper.
c. The tool was covered on paper.
d. The tool was used to cut the paper.
78. The soldier went to the chaplain for advice.
chaplain =
advice = recommendation = counsel He wanted to get married.
. a. He had hurt his foot.
b. He wanted to learn how to use a gun.
c. He wanted to get married.
d. He wanted to learn how to be a pilot.
79. This hat fits me all right. Ill take it.
fits = fits of laughter = hysterics It is the right size.
. a. It is the wrong size.
b. It is tight.
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c. It is the right size.
d. I like its color.
80. Mary doesnt speak German. Susie doesnt, either.
either = both = each Neither speaks German.
a. Mary and Susie speak German.
b. Only Mary speaks German.
c. Only Susie speaks German.
d. Neither speaks German.
81. Man : Wheres Jim?

Woman : Hes on his way to the post office.
Man : What for
Woman : To send a letter to his mother. What is Jim doing?
send = mail = throw Hes mailing a letter to his mother.
a. Hes going to get a letter from his mother.
b. Hes mailing a letter to his mother.
c. Hes writing a letter to his mother
d. He works in the post office
82. The accident was caused by the pilots blurred vision. What caused the accident?
blurred = unclear = indistinct = imprecise poor eyesight
a. poor eyesight
b. black smoke
c. a thick fog
d. a television tower
83. This box is made of an alloy. What is it made of?
alloy = metal metal
a. metal
b. pieces of wood
c. a new, strong plastic
d. a natural product
84. Mrs. Wilson was driving a brand new car. She heard a loud noise. She stopped to see what it was.
When did she hear a noise? while driving
a. while getting in her car
b. while driving
c. when she first saw the car
d. after she stopped her car
85. Helen told me that she will skip the soup at lunch today. What does she do?
skip = omit = leave out = miss out = miss = pass over not eat the soup
. a. make the soup
b. serve the soup
c. not eat the soup
d. take the soup
86. The car lost a right front tire. What did the car lost?
tire = rubber the rubber around the wheel
a. a bolt from the right mirror
b. the rubber around the wheel
c. right front window
d. right front light
87. Harry wants to know the barometer reading. What does he want to know?
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barometer = measurement = indicator barometer used for measurement atmospheric
pressure
the atmospheric pressure
a. the temperature of the air
b. the amount of moisture in the air
c. the atmospheric pressure
d. the pollen count
88. I want to try on this shirt. What do I want to do?
put the shirt on
a. put the shirt on
b. buy the shirt
c. check the price
d. find another like it
89. Tell Mr. Smith to call me back. What should Mr. Smith do?
call back = recall = call reverse return my phone call
a. return my visit
b. make me come back
c. return my phone call
d. write me soon
90. Nancy asked Virginia, Do you have a bank account? What did Nancy want to know?
bank account = account = loan account = savings account = joint account = checking account
if Virginia had money in a bank
a. if Virginia had money in a bank
b. if Virginia could count money
c. if the bank was open
d. if the account was for Nancy
91. The trip was rough. How was the trip ?
rough = bumpy = uneven = not smooth The trip was not smooth.
a. The trip was smooth.
b. The trip was quiet.
c. The trip was not smooth.
d. The trip was noisy.
92. Dick said, I doubt that the statement is true.
doubt = uncertainty = not sure He isnt sure that it is true.
. a. He thinks that it is true.
b. He is sure that it is true.
c. He agrees that it is true.
d. He isnt sure that it is true.
93. Im a student. The instructor teaches me.
student = learner Im taught by the instructor.
a. I am teaching the student.
b. I am taught by the instructor.
c. I teach the instructor.
d. I am not taught by the instructor.
94. Mr. Watson said, We have and extra room where you can stay.
Henry said, Thanks, Ill come over.
extra = spare = added = additional = superfluous = further Mr. Watson has a spare room.
. a. Mr. Watson has a spare room.
b. Mr. Watson has no room.
c. Henry doesnt want a place to stay.
d. Henry has no place to stay.
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95. Woman : Will Charles go to Los Angeles?
Man : He cant afford the trip. What did the man say about Charles?
cant afford = dont have enough money He doesnt have the money for the trip.
a. He said he was too sick to take the trip.
b. He cant get a ticket for the trip.
c. He will go to Los Angeles.
d. He doesnt have the money for the trip.
96. John writes home daily. How often does he write?
daily = every day = each day seven times a week
. a. once a month
b. seven times a month
c. once a week
d. seven times a week

98. This cost is on sale at the department store.
on sale = for sale = reduced = being sold = discounted = selling at knockdown prices = in a
promotion It is priced lower than usual.
a. It is for rent.
b. It is priced too high.
c. It has been damaged.
d. It is priced lower than usual
99. Man : Where have you been?
Woman : I went to see a game. What did the woman see?
game = sport = match = entertainment = fixture a sport contest
a. a movie
b. a sport contest
c. a friend
d. a birthday party
100. Woman : Who do you thing is right, your sister or me?
Man: I think, Ill stay neutral. What is the man telling the woman?
neutral = not taking sides = middle side He will not say who is right.
a. She is wrong.
b. She should change her mind.
c. He will not be there.
d. He will not say who is right.
101. Miss Brown sits beside me in class. Where does she sit?
beside = next to = at the side of = alongside = by = near = nearby = close = adjacent to next to me
. a. far from me
b. behind me
c. in front of me
d. next to me
102. I know that the car needs gas, oil and water, but just put in gas.
just = only = lone = single I want gas, but nothing else.
a. I dont want any gas.
b. I want gas, but nothing else.
c. I want oil and water, but no gas.
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d. Ill put the gas in myself
103. Woman : I like both these red cars.
Man : Well, have you decided on the one you want. What did the man mean?
decided = determined = make up your mind Have you made up your mind?
. a. Have you traded in your old car?
b. Have you made up your mind?
c. Have you bought one of the cars?
d. Have you driven one of the cars?
104. John will be in school for an extended period of time. How long will he be there?
extended = unlimited = comprehensive = make bigger = make longer = widen = enlarge
for a longer time
a. for the same length of time
b. for a shorter time
c. for a longer time
d. for a brief time
105. The instructor said, Did you finish your assignment last night?
The student said, No, I didnt. I had a party last night.
Why didnt the student finish his assignment? because he had a party
a. last night
b. because he wasnt busy
c. because he didnt have a party
d. because he had a party
106. Mary is a safe driver. What kind of driver is she?
safe = careful = protected = not dangerous She is a careful driver.
a. She is a slow driver.
b. She is a careful driver.
c. She drives cheerfully.
d. She drives carelessly.
107. The tailor said I dont think this coat needs any alterations. What did the tailor mean by
alterations?
alteration = change = modification = adjustment = variation = amendment changes
a. changes
b. buttons
c. pockets
d. trousers
108. This is a residential section. What is it?
residential = housing = inhabited = suburban = uptown It is an area for private homes.
a. It is a place for parking.
b. It is an area for private homes.
c. It is a location for business.
d. It is a center for shopping.
109. When did you make up your mind?
make up your mind = decide = reach a decision = make a decision = choose When did you decide?
. a. When did you decide?
b. When did you think about it?
c. When did you know?
d. When did you take it?
110. This morning the commander gave his men a mission. What did he gave them?
mission = assignment = task = job = work = charge = duty = operation an assignment
a. a weapon
b. a signal
c. an award
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d. an assignment
111. The guards fought off the attach.
fought off = fight off = repel = drive away = force away = hold back = hold off = ward off =
resist = deter They repelled it.
a. They prevented it.
b. They repelled it.
c. They started it.
d. They missed it.
112. Captain Saunders oppose the plan.
oppose = be against = go up against = be in opposition to =resist=combat=contest=fight=counter
He is against it.
a. He made it up.
b. He is against it.
c. He is explaining it.
d. He will carry it out.
113. Will he furnish a car during out stay?

furnish = provide = supply = equip = give = deliver = endow Yes, he will provide one.
. a. Yes, he will provide one.
b. Yes, he will sell one.
c. Yes, he will want one.
d. Yes, he will change one.
114. Some students were expelled from the university.
expelled = disqualified = excluded = barred = debarred = discharge They were dischanged.
a. They were graduated.
b. They were dischanged.
c. They were congratulated.
d. They were alternated.
115. He is willing to travel.
willing to = ready to = just going to = all set to = getting ready to He said he would travel.
a. He is not able to travel.
b. He said he would travel.
c. He objects to traveling.
d. He is afraaid to travel.
116. Rosa got dizzy while going up in the elevator.
dizzy = faint = giddy = wobbly = woozy = lightheaded = shaky = silly = flighty She felt unsteady.
a. She got a good deal.
b. She became very happy.
c. She recieved a surpirse.
d. She felt unsteady.
117. What do you usually do for recreation?
recreation = play = leisure = hobby = exercise = pastime = activity = amusement = sport play ball
a. work
b. play ball
c. eat supper
d. sleep
118. The man said he likes a good joke once in a while. What does he like?
joke = funny story = story = comic story = shaggy dog story = tall story = tale a funny story
a. a strong drink
b. a good smoke
c. a funny story
d. a loud song
119. She looked at the schedule. What did she want to know?
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schedule = timetable = program = agenda = to-do list = list = plan the time of the meeting
a. what to buy for next week
b. where Main Street is
c. how to repair the radio
d. the time of the meeting
120. Each of the children has a separate room. What does each child have?
separate = split = part = divide = take apart = detach a room of his own
a. a small room
b. an air conditioned room
c. a room of his own
d. a room with a partition
121. The temperature was around 70 degrees, but it was a foggy morning.
foggy = smoggy = cloudy = hazy = misty = murky = dim = vaporous You couldnt see the sun.
a. You couldnt see the sun.
b. The visibility was excellent.
c. The air was dry.
d. There was a steady breeze blowing.
122. Please, fasten those two locks to the door.
fasten = lock = close = tie = tie up = do up = shut = button up = zip Attach them.
a. Hurry them.
b. Attach them.
c. Hear them.
d. Separate them.
123. The helicopter was used to rescue the man.
rescue = save = free = set free = liberate = release = salvage = let go It saved him.
a. It hit him.
b. It injured him.
c. It missed him.
d. It saved him.
124. This is the property of the school.
property = belongings = possessions = material goods It belongs to the school.
a. It is the story of the school.
b. It is a project for the students.
c. It creates a problem for the students.
d. It belongs to the school.
125. Those shirts are cheap.
cheap = low-priced = not expensive = discounted = economical = inexpensive = shameful =
despicable = contemptible They do not satisfactory.
a. They do not satisfactory.
b. They were clean.
c. They were luxurious.
d. They were very good.
126. That student has a negative attitude.
negative = downbeat = unenthusiastic = unconstructive = unhelpful = off-putting = pessimistic =
harmful = depressing He doesnt cooperate.
a. He is laying down.
b. He is in poor health.
c. He failed the test.
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d. He doesnt cooperate.
127. Woman : This sentence isnt very important.
Man : Will, you can omit it. What can the woman do?
omit = leave out = pass over = skip = skip over = exclude = neglect = forget leave it out
a. move it up
b. put it in
c. take it down
d. leave it out
128. Woman : Why are you holding your hand like that? Man : Its numb.
What did the woman say about his hand?
numb = unfeeling = insensitive = without sensation = frozen = anesthetized = dead = deadened =
deaden It has no feeling in it.
a. It has no feeling in it.
b. Its bleeding a lot.
c. Its painful.
d. Its broken.
129. Man : Why dont you come over here and sit beside me?
Woman: Thank you, Ill be glade to. Where will the man sit?
beside = next to = at the side of = alongside = near = nearby = close = adjacent to next to the man
a. infront of the man
b. behind the man
c. next to the man
d. across from the man
130. Woman : Dorothy looks awful.
Man : I am not surprised its been a long time science shes had a good meal.
What did the man say about Dorothy?
good = good quality = high-quality = superior = first-class She isnt eating properly.
a. She needs a good bath.
b. She isnt eating properly.
c. She hasnt worked for a long time.
d. She needs some new clothes.
131. The humidity is high this afternoon. What is the weather like?
humidity = damp = dampness = moisture = clamminess = wetness It is damp.
. a. It is hot.
b. It is cloudy.
c. It is damp.
d. It is windy.
132. The show is going to start at 14:00 hours sharp. When will the show begin?
sharp = exactly = precisely = promptly = punctually = on the dot at exactly 2 oclock
a. at about 2 oclock
b. at exactly 2 oclock
c. at 1415 hours
d. in the middle of the afternoon
133. A pilot should concentrate on his flying.
concentrate = give attention to = think = focus = ponder = muse = deliberate = contemplate
He should pay close attention to it.
a. He should read his manual.
b. He should fly often.
c. He should rest during a flight.
d. He should pay close attention to it.
134. After accident Jerry said he felt numb.
numb = unfeeling = without sensation = anesthetized = frozen His body had no feeling.
a. He was in pain.
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b. He accident was his fault.
c. His body had no feeling.
d. He was sleepy
135. Jane looks like her mother.
look like = appear = resemble = look as if = be similar to She resembles her mother.
a. She looks after her mother.
b. She is looking for her mother.
c. She resembles her mother.
d. She is happy with her mother.
136. The instructor is short of books.
short of = apart from = without = other than = bar He does not have sufficient books.
a. He has plenty of books.
b. The books are not the proper ones.
c. The books are too small.
d. He does not have sufficient books.
137. Woman : Was Ted hurt in the accident?

Man: No, but the doctor gave him some pills to relax him. Why did the doctor give Ted the pills?
relax = rest = slow down = calm down = settle down = loosen up
to relax him = less tense To make him less tense
a. to keep him awake
b. To make him less tense
c. because he was very weak
d. because he had a headache
138. Woman : I see you got your watch back.
Man : Yes, the jeweler had to replace a spring. What did the jeweler do?
replace = change = put back = put in new He put in a new spring.
a. He straightened a spring.
b. He polished a spring.
c. He put in a new spring.
d. He repaired a sprin.
139. In general. Jan works hard. Does she work hard?
In general = usually = generally = as a general rule = ordinarily = normally Yes, she usually does.
a. Yes, she usually does.
b. No, she rarely.
c. Yes, she always does.
d. No, she never does.
140. There was a good deal of salt in the food.
good deal = bargain = steal Just enough
a. Just enough
b. a little
c. the usual amount
d. a lot
141. The food began to decay.
decay = decompose = spoil = crumble It began to spoil.
a. It began to burn.
b. It began to heat up.
c. It began to spoil.
d. It began to dry out.
142. Theres a big difference between a policeman and a fire man.
difference = unlikeness = dissimilarity = diversity They are not alike.
a. They are not alone.
b. They are not brothers.
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c. They are not alike.
d. They are not friends.
143. Paul spent a great deal of time in the country. How much time did he spent there?
a great deal = much = a large amount = a lot a lot
a. a few
b. none
c. a little
d. a lot
144. Bob is an excellent football player and wants to take part in other sport. What does he want to do?
take part = play = play a part in = join in = participate participate in sports
a. instruct in sport
b. watch football
c. participate in sports
d. present a football
145. The passenger told the driver to cut down on his speed. What should the driver do?
cut down = reduce = decrease = chop down =bring down He should decrease his speed.
a. He should increase his speed.
b. He should continue all the same speed.
c. He should decrease his speed.
d. He should stop.
146. Mrs. Anderson provided all the food for the party.
provide = furnish = give = offer = supply = make available =present She furnished the food.
a. She ate the food.
b. She protected the food.
c. She threw away the food.
d. She furnished the food.
147. John needs another blanket.
blanket = cover = coverlet He is cold.
a. He is angry.
b. He is cold.
c. He is hungry.
d. He is bind
148. Woman : The club had a meeting last night.
Man : I know I was present. What did the man mean?
present = in attendance = there = here = at hand = nearby = current He attended the meeting.
a. He was the speaker.
b. He attended the meeting.
c. He enjoyed the meeting.
d. He received a present at the meeting.
149. In the U.S., most T.V. programs are paid for by big companies that make such products as cars,
soft drinks, and breakfast foods.
The big companies pay for the T.V programs.
a. The TV programs pay the big companies.
b. Most TV programs sell cars and soft drinks.
c. The TV companies produce soft drinks and breakfast food
d. The big companies pay for the TV programs.
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20. The cat must stay out.

40. Woman : What would you like to eat?

27. James is an efficient worker.

49. I like my steak well done.

9. What do you usually do for recreation?

33. Man : Whats Als house like?

1. properly = correctly = well = accurately = appropriately = right

1.freeze = ice up = ice over = becomes ice = freeze up =

1. Mrs. Miller took the flowers from .the table.

4. This car is ..than the other one.

13. There was a knock on the door. It was a.

35. On the first page of a newspaper we generally find .

48. Robert wasnt in class this morning. Annie wasnt there,.

9. The students made up their minds to go to the party.

17. The instructor is listening and not talking.

33. Mrs. Nolan doesnt get along with Mrs. Morgan.

41. Woman : Watch out, Bill. You hit that cow.

57. I dont like the humidity today.

65. Man : What kind of line is that?

68. George needs a razor.

81. Man : Wheres Jim?

97. Major Malcom guided the discussion. What did he do?

113. Will he furnish a car during out stay?

137. Woman : Was Ted hurt in the accident?

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