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Following _________________ of the law, new regulations were issued affecting imports and exports of crude oil

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She was highly ____________ of the insensitive and peremptory way in which the cases had been handled.

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Conservationists have been trying to look for ways to protect ____ areas.

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:

The US Congress office is adjacent to the Capitol building.

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You got here in the nick of _________ - we're just about to start the show

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My friend speaks French.........

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Greg O'Leary has been leading research in our laboratories…………over eighteen years

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A: "I just can't seem to get the rhythm of this song quire right."
B: "Keep at it—practice makes____________!"

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The company’s transition from paper paychecks to electronic paychecks was ------- smooth

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Be informed that this medication is for temporary relief of symptoms, and is not intended ______ your annual immunization shot

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Someone must have interfered __________ the server last night because it's not working right today

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Yesterday on TV they _________ a heavy shower for today, but I _________ even a single drop yet

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The medical authorities warned everyone not to drink the water without first ________ it.

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Employees can attend one of the many workshops offered, ------- seems most interesting

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 If you have questions about your most ------- credit card statement, call Mr. Hassan.

Chauvet Jeans was a well-known nineteen century painter whose paintings are extraordinarily sophisticated. 

The President _____ a speech, but in the end he _____ his mind.

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The road outside Franklin Stadium is undergoing repairs and ------- closed to all vehicles tomorrow

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The famous painter gifted his most beautiful painting to his wife, saying that it was a ______________ of love and was not for sale

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We reuse bags, old clothing and scrap paper at home ____ we can reduce waste.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the undelined part that needs correction in each of the following questions:

Providing relief after the disaster necessitated the mobilization of vast amounts of food, medical supply, and people.