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Today, illegal hunting still threatens many species, especially large ammals such as tigers, rhinoceros, bears and even primates.

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I was trying to keep the party a secret, but Mel went and let the __________ out of the bag.

The library has announced a new -------- that all borrowed books must be returned 5 business days from the checkout date.

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Most people have no real idea _______ healthy habits, and Mike was no exception

Due to ------ fuel prices, the company has decided to add a surcharge to all deliveries.

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A team of agricultural experts will be brought ------- to try to improve crop harvests

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The university __________ by private funds as well as by tuition income and grants

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Recycling is a popular way to conserve ____ resources.

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When Nam came, I ......................TV

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Revenue growth exceeding 2 percent was seen ------- all business segments this quarter

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------- Peura Insurance has located larger office space, it will begin negotiating the rental agreement

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:

In 1969, the Beatles officially broke up after playing together as a band for more than a decade.

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If you compare the two books side by side, it is clear that the author of the second has _________________ from the first

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They knew that it was just not feasible ______ such a small firm to compete with the big boys.

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The author's brilliant wit really sets her ___________ from other contemporary writers today

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The Oamwood Restaurant ------- a special dinner menu on Saturdays for the past decade

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This plan outlines the topics ------- plan to discuss at this afternoon’s staff meeting

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She takes the …….. for running the household

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To ____________electricity, we are cutting down on our heating

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..... ... ............... getting a pet tarantula?

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To save time and costs, Alberta Industries recommends that any associates who travel for business ------- the amount of luggage they carry