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On September 9th 1850, California __________ to the United States as the thirty-first state

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The expression "out of the frying pan and into the fire" means to go from one dilemma to a worse one.

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Charlie threw a tantrum in the shop because I wouldn't buy him any sweets.

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He was presented with a gold watch in recognition ________________ (= to show respect for) his years as club secretary

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Mr John .....................this book several times

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Following a brief ------ with the chief technician, Mr. Moore agreed to update the operations manual

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Both a poem and a short story_________been written by a famous author.

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Amand Corp’s flexible work policy is   --------- beneficial to the company as employee turnover is minimal

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I sometimes waver ________continuing to study and starting up.

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I told you clearly and definitely not to write your answers in pencil, Smith!

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Everyone on the board of directors ........ with the planned merger

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Hillsdale Fabrics’ ------- collection of leathers was imported from Italy.

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I thought I'd _________________ judgement until he'd finished his presentation.

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It is ------ to bring sturdy boots to wear on the hike.

Choose the correct answer to each of the following questions. "These white rings help the players see the ball _____ it is thrown or someone is running with it."

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My mother said she had gone to the market________

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Ms. Miriam is getting ready to go on ------ business trip to Japan

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On ____________, a person’s income is highest when they are in their mid-50s

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Ms. Woolner is hoping to change ............... daily routine to be more conductive to a healthy lifestyle

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My parents let my sister ____ camping with her friends in the mountain

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Alice looked much slimmer because she _________ for a few months