The mother separated the quarrelling children and gave each of them a sharp ______.

Mr Walker’s new _____ fitted so badly across the shoulders that he took it back to the shop to complain.

Deserts often include _________ and rocky surface.

I finally ______the cold that I had had all week.

This waist band is too big; it must be ______ about an inch.

I missed the lessons yesterday so I have to___________ on work.

All applicants must ________ their university transcript and two reference letters to be considered for this job.

_____________ is a film or TV program presenting the facts about a person or event.

In Britain, it is compulsory to go to school between the ages of five and sixteen.

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.

The project has been put on ice until our boss decides what to do next.

Janice ____________ some useful suggestions for the class extra-curricular activities.

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 the following questions

Unselfishness is the very essence of friendship.

The cyclist was riding so erratically that the driver had to _____ to avoid hitting him. 

She was ________ out of 115 applicants for the position of managing Director.

Local people believe that the festival is an opportunity to teach younger generations about patriotism and bravery.

Jim didn't break the vase on ______, but he was still punished for his carelessness.

The wine had made him a little ________ and couldn’t control his movement.

We were quite impressed by the ______ students who came up with the answer to our question almost instantly.

She ______ her hand over the material, enjoying the smooth silky feeling of its surface.

______ individuals are those who share the same hobbies, interests, or points of view.

If that firm wants to attract workers, it must ________ the pay.