Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrases that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

SPORTS IN SOCIETY

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 (33) ____________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 (34) ____________are now very wealthy, particularly top footballers, golfers and tennis players. (35) ____________, 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 (36) ____________to fill our leisure hours. Professional sport is a vital part of that industry, providing for millions of (37) ____________people all over the world.

(33) ___________ 

It is absolutely essential that she____________ head office in advance.

Peter works hard at everything he does. His brother, ____________, seldom puts out much effort.

The country is rapidly losing its workers as____________people are emigrating. 

(34) ___________ 

“ You should have finished the report by now.” John told his secretary.

Which of the following is closest in meaning to the word “unveiled” in paragraph 3? 

There were considerate amounts of money wasted on large building projects. (underlined part that needs correction)

According to the passage, which of these activities does NOT contribute to climate change in some way?

What was Isaac Stern’s relationship to Carnegie Hall?

The more tired you are, the more hard you concentrate.

According to the passage, how does the standard of living affect global warming?

Choose the word that has different primary stress: authority, necessity, academic, commercially

Tom came late for the meeting with Barbara.

Tom: “ Sorry, I’m late. The traffic was terrible”

Barbara: “_____________”

You looked exhausted. I think you’ve____________more than you can handle.

According to the passage, how does food production contribute to global warming?

The ocean probably distinguishes the earth from other planets of the solar system, for scientists believe that large bodies of water are not existing on the other planets. (underlined part that needs correction)

The word “it” in the first paragraph refers to___________.

I am sure your sister will lend you a sympathetic____________when you explain the situation to her.

We truly respected our father and always____________by his rule. 

Read the following passage and choose the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the answer to each of the following questions.