Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions:  City governments are (belatedly) taking steps to revitalize downtown areas

Concern for the environment is now at the_________of many governments’ policies.

I think you must be ………….me for someone else. 

Her latest bestseller ____ last month.

Lora is talking to Paula about her dancing competition. Lora: “  .................   ”

Paula: “Never mind, better luck next time”.

He was often made          milk by his mother.

The living conditions in the rural areas of the country ............. during the past five years.

The professor is thinking to go to the conference on conservation next month.

We call her as ‘Auntie Flo’, though she is not really in any relation to us.

He will never forget the day ...............  he met his wife

The mosquito has needle-shaped mouthparts that piercing the skin to suck blood.

Having finished her presentation, the speaker asked ............. anyone had any questions.

The negotiations are at a ____ , with neither side willing to make concessions. 

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions: 

Let's put off that meeting to next Monday.

You look really tired. You could ________ a week’s holiday, I think.

Since the corporate system has a................structured daily schedule, it would be nearly impossible to impair the work efficiency.

Anne persisted  .......... her search for the truth about what had happened.

-Janet: “Do you feel like going to the cinema this evening?” -Susan: "_______ .” 

The restaurant, closed for extensive renovations, assured customers that it......................them with better-quality food and exceptional service.

Those individuals who want to gain automatic access to the information are advised to ...............the password that was sent to them by phone.

 - Waitress: “Hi, may I take your order, madam?”

Mrs. Brown: “  .................  .”