Many plants and animal species are now on the _______ of extinction.

Professor Berg was very interested in the diversity of cultures all over the world.

Walking down the street, she noticed a long _____ of houses all exactly alike.

He is one of the most ………. bosses I have ever worked with. He behaves rudely to not only me but also others in the staff.

She cried so much that her face became ______. 

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSET in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

You’re not trying to suggest I should turn a blind eye and forget all about it?

The map was drawn to the standard ______ of 1/100,000, so there was not much detail.

I suppose I could_______ the ironing while I'm waiting.

It was _____ by the railways board that the cost of rail fares would be increased by ten per cent.

Because of people’s______ with the environment, many kinds of plants and animals are becoming rare.

It’s important to project a(n) _______ image during the interview.

Because of their careless work, the road had to be repaired after only one year ______.

I hate ____ newspapers; they're just full of gossip, scandal and lies!

After closing the envelope, the secretary _____ the stamps on firmly.

The government is going to _____ the old building and build a new one.

I have decided to buy that house. I won’t change my mind _________what you say.

You will get to the church more quickly if you take this _____ across the fields. 

Van Gogh suffered from depression _______ by overwork and ill-health.

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.

The fire brigade responded to the scene instantly upon receiving the emergency call.

Hey, have you watched the extensive ________ of sporting events on Star Channel this afternoon?

Reading ___________ an integral role in enhancing knowledge and relaxing.