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The position of sport in today's society has changed out of all recognition. People no longer seem to think of sports as 'just a game' - to be watched or played for the (1)_______ of enjoyment. Instead, it has become big business worldwide. It has become accepted practice for leading companies to provide sponsorship. TV companies pay large sums of money to screen important matches or competitions. The result has been huge rewards for athletes, some of (2)_______ are now very wealthy, particularly top footballers, golfers and tennis players. (3)________ it is not unusual for some athletes to receive large fees on top of their salary, for advertising products or making personal appearances.

A trend towards shorter working hours means that people generally tend to have more free time, both to watch and to take in sporting activity; sport has become a significant part of the recreation industry that we now rely (4)________to fill our leisure hours. Professional sport is a vital part of that industry, providing for millions of (5)________ people all over the world.
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We believe scientists will _______ a way to solve the problem of air pollution.

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I_______ my camera recently. June was the last time I _______ a photo.

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What foreign languages do you know_______ English.

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As an_______ , she showed no favor to any candidate.

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If you _____ hard, you'll fail the exam.

When I looked round the door, the baby   .....  quietly.

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"Don't _____ in class" said the teacher.

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There has been a big increase ________ the price of land recently.

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Sarah is very creative. She’s always coming__________ new ideas.

The swimmer was very tired, but he ........ the shore before he collapsed.

She sings _______ than this singer.

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The comedy was so interesting that all ____________ clapped their hands.

This TV series is more like a portrait _________ life than any others.

Choose the correct answer to complete the sentence: " I had a train to catch, so I was _______ the clock all through the meeting."

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After I_________ the grass, it_________ to rain.

Come in, please. I  ........   for you long.

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You never tell anyone your password,_______?

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Some fish can survive only in salt water,______ other species can live only in fresh water.  

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We are looking (A) forward to taking (B) on a (C) tour of (D) Athens by our Greek friends.

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Some university (A) students support themselves by (B) tutoring, working in restaurants or they do (C) market research (D).