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An idea suddenly _______ to Ryan that he might try a new method to promote his book.

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According to hiring practices all applicants should be judged fairly regardless __________ their race or ethnicity

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The latest polling shows increased public ------ for the stadium renovation project.

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The patient _________ after he _________ ill for a long time

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions:

Environmentalists appeal to the government to enact laws to stop factories from discharging toxic chemicals into the sea.

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At 10.pm last night, my younger brother ___________________ games online

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A large number of young people.................., into this city in search of better jobs

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The company will sell some ___________ securities to raise money

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They only publish novels which cater __________ the mass market

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"I will come there as soon as I am ready", she said to Quang.

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The government has pledged to __________ the amount of chemicals used in food production

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Our teacher explained the lesson slowly ______________ we might understand him

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The Ambury Prize recognizes research that is notable for its ------- and innovation

The railway station was closed because the working staff were __________ for higher pay.

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Ms. Abe will order supplies tomorrow, ------- tell her right away if you need anything.

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I don't think you should go to the ________ of renting a hot air balloon when your girlfriend has said she just wants a quiet Valentine's Day at home

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The occurrence of heavy rains during the month of May is fairly -------

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I’d like ________ your sister ________ my daughter’s wedding dress as she’s such a talented seamstress

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You should ____ a professional to check your house for earthquake damage

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I’ll ___________ going to Scotland until you’re well enough to look after yourself again

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I deeply regret ________ to her so severely yesterday. She was badly hurt