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.

He is too old. He can’t run so far.

Going to party can be fun and (26)_____ . If you are invited to a party, (27)_____ call your host up early to inform him or her of whether you are going. If you want to bring someone who has not been invited (28)_____ you, you should ask for permission first. Remember to dress appropriately for the

party. You will stick out like a sore thumb if you are dressed (29)_____ whereas everyone else is in T-shirt and jeans. If you are not sure what (30)_____, do ask your host.

(26) _____________

Having a best friend to confide in can bring a positive effect on our emotional health. An evening out with the closest friend may be the best guarantee of a good time. In fact, our best friend can prevent us from developing serious psychological problems such as depression and anxiety.

Best friendship evolves with time - we cannot go out and pick our best friend. We become friends with people who share common interests – at school or through hobbies, for example.

Best friends have usually known each other for years and stuck together through good and bad times. If you haven't got one, perhaps you are being too distant from people, or focusing too much on your work.

A best friend can ________.

Statistics are now compulsory for all students taking a course in engineering.

He is an selfish man who thinks about what is good for other people, not just about their advantage.

There's no point in persuading him to do this.

Fiana and Fallon are talking about the weather.

Fiana: “Isn’t it going to rain tonight?” – Fallon: “_________.”

If we leave now for our trip, we can drive half the distance before we stop ________ lunch.