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    Practice one

    Choose the most suitable word (s) to replace the underlined word (s).

    1. Robert wants to get rid ofall the cockroaches in the house.A. omit B. breed C. eliminate D. preserve

    2. My sisters hair is soft and shiny.A. silky B. curly C. tangled D. unkempt

    3. I really need help from you in order to deal with this problem.A. evade B. bypass C. tackle D. worsen

    4. The story that I have just read a moment ago has an uncomplicated plot.A. senseless B. original C. intriguing D. straightforward

    5. Ketty was full of unhappiness after receiving the unpleasant news.A. misery B. eagerness C. expectation D. compassion

    6. The metal band which July wore round her arm was given by her father.A. tattoo B. brooch C. bangle D. necklace

    7. He has been boasting about his attempt.A. bluffing B. blaming C. bragging D. blowing

    8. The children are feeling restless at this moment.A. then B. yesterday C. this morning D. now

    9. You will feel drowsy after taking the medicine.A. active B. sick C. well D. sleepy

    10. The class is keen to learn about the body structure of man.A. ecology B. biology C. philosophy D. anatomy

    11. You lookshabby in those old clothes.A. untidy B. smart C. fat D. rich

    12. We are required to account for every cent we spend on this trip.A. save B. explain C. leave D. stop

    13. She felt an acute pain in her abdomen.A. some B. a sharp C. a long D. a little

    14. The river is not deep.A. empty B. rocky C. superficial D. shallow

    15. There is an ample supply of crops this season.A. not enough B. just enough C. a little D. more than enough

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    16. The man who foretells things by the positions of the stars is invited to the party.A. astrologer B. fortune-teller C. astronaut D. astronomer

    16. She helps out in the old folks home once in two weeks.

    A. annually B. weekly C. fortnightly D. bi-monthly

    17. The drink is best served chilled.A. hot B. cold C. warm D. wet

    18. Albert often eats excessively. He is one who eats too much and is greedy.A. a drunkard B. a workaholic C. a glutton D. an alcoholic

    19. Please add the salt in the soup.A. throw B. stir C. drop D. include

    20. He loves his cat dearly.A. just enough B. very much C. selfishly D. recently

    21. This activity is a sheer waste of time.A. a long B. complete C. an expensive D. an extensive

    22. My bedroom is adjacent to my brothers.A. in front of B. next to C. behind D. above

    23. The tourists go back to theirrooms in the ship after a heavy dinner.A. cabin B. hotel C. caravan D. cache

    24. With an official document, you are permitted to drive a car.A. a license B. an order C. a summon D. a report

    25. Nancy is the daughter of Johns uncle.A. Johns nephew B. Johns niece C. Johns cousin D. Johns sibling

    26. I am famished. Where is the canteen?A. thirsty B. tired C. bored D. hungry

    27. Many families took part in the Happy Family Day at the park.A. involved B. performed C. participated D. shared

    28. She has been working very hard lately.A. occasionally B. recently C. frequently D. firstly

    29. Mr. James is the faithful chief male servant working in M.V.P restaurant.A. butcher B. captain C. caretaker D. butler

    30. Mrs. Lee told her son again and again not to play with the fire.A. angrily B. repeatedly C. regularly D. thoroughly

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    Answer Key

    Practice 1:1. C 2. A 3. B 4. D 5. A 6. B

    7. C 8. D 9. D 10. D 11. A 12. B13. B 14. D 15. D 16. A 17. B 18. C19. D 20. B 21. B 22. B 23. A 24. A25. C 26. D 27. C 28. B 29. D 30. B

    Practice 2:1. C 2. B 3. C 4. C 5. D 6. A7. B 8. C 9. A 10. B 11. D 12. A

    13. D 14. B 15. C 16. C 17. B 18. A19. C 20. D 21. B 22. A 23. C 24. A25. D 26. D 27. B 28. C 29. A 30. C

    Practice 3:1. B 2. B 3. D 4. C 5. D 6. C7. B 8. A 9. C 10. B 11. D 12. C

    13. D 14. A 15. B 16. A 17. B 18. A19. B 20. D 21. B 22. C 23. D 24. C25. B 26. A 27. A 28. A 29. D 30. C

    Practice 4:1. B 2. C 3. C 4. D 5. B 6. A7. C 8. C 9. C 10. D 11. C 12. A

    13. C 14. C 15. B 16. B 17. B 18. B19. A 20. D 21. A 22. D 23. A 24. D25. C 26. C 27. D 28. C 29. C 30. A

    Practice 5:1. D 2. C 3. B 4. D 5. A 6. B7. C 8. A 9. D 10. D 11. A 12. D

    13. B 14. A 15. C 16. C 17. A 18. A19. B 20. C 21. A 22. B 23. C 24. B25. A 26. A 27. C 28. D 29. C 30. B

    Practice 6:1. A 2. D 3. D 4. A 5. A 6. D7. C 8. D 9. A 10. C 11. A 12. C

    13. C 14. B 15. D 16. C 17. B 18. A19. C 20. C 21. B 22. C 23. B 24. A25. C 26. D 27. C 28. B 29. B 30. D

    Practice 9:1. B 2. A 3. C 4. B 5. C 6. D

    7. B 8. A 9. D 10. C 11. A 12. C13. A 14. D 15. B 16. A 17. A 18. B19. D 20. B 21. C 22. A 23. C 24. B25. C 26. C 27. C 28. D 29. A 30. D

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    Practice 7:1. D 2. A 3. C 4. D 5. A 6. D7. B 8. A 9. B 10. D 11. D 12. A

    13. 14. C 15. C 16. B 17. C 18. A19. C 20. C 21. D 22. C 23. D 24. D25. A 26. A 27. D 28. A 29. D 30. C

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    Practice two

    Choose the most suitable word (s) to replace the underlined word (s).

    1. He is quite upset now because his manager has turned down his project proposal.A. talked to B. blamed C. refused D. understand

    2. The hotels proximity to the airport makes it easy to catch our flight home.A. usefulness for B. nearness to C. similarity to D. interest in

    3. The meeting between the border committees of both countries yielded majoragreements.A. rejections B. objections C. achievement D. concurrences

    4. Cambodia is endowed with abundant resources such as gold, oil, forests and coals.A. reliable B. unexploited C. plentiful D. specific

    5. Jennifer is a hardworking, well-mannered and industrious student.A. sensible B. pessimistic C. successful D. diligent

    6. Young people are very rebellious. Parents cannot prevent them from going on their way.A. stop B. hinder C. resist D. cease

    7. Police officers should uphold the law by arresting people who break it.A. improve B. support C. detect D. deny

    8. The government reiterates that more aid is needed for Cambodias development.A. adjusts B. refutes C. repeats D. confirms

    9. Our new young lecturer is able to account for the reason why we have day dreaming.A. explain B. recount C. replicate D. deny

    10. Sony Company is up to date. There always have many innovations of their products.A. parts B. changes C. problems D. details

    11. Our dirty garments have been sent to the place for washing and ironing of clothes.A. library B. limousine C. laboratory D. laundry

    12. Although her ankle is pain, she still carries on hobbling to the finishing line.A. continued B. stopped C. began D. started

    13. His siblings usually share their joys and problems with him.A. cousins B. friends C. guardians D. sisters and brothers

    14. Petereats very quickly and noisily all the cakes left on the table.A. grabs B. gobbles C. sips D. swallows

    15. He was given a written instruction issued by a doctor for cough medicine.A. description B. sculpture C. prescription D. order

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    16. The most active nuclear industry in Germany explodes in Berlin.A. blows in B. blows out C. blows up D. blows off

    17. She haughtily disregarded the comments from her fellow students.

    A. quickly B. arrogantly C. rudely D. hurriedly

    18. The speedboat is traveling at a moderate speed.A. an average B. a high C. a low D. a dangerous

    19. The family went to the place where the dead body was buried to respects theirancestors.A. crematorium B. convent C. cemetery D. dense

    20. She is very keen on current matters of public interest.A. items B. tends C. events D. affairs

    21. The Indian mother gave birth to five children at one birth.A. triplets B. quintuplets C. quadruples D. twins

    22. She was elated when she received the test results and jumped for joy.A. very happy B. discouraged C. confused D. upset

    23. The inflated price of the product has discouraged many potential buyers.A. important B. constant C. raised D. lowered

    24. The young artist has shown great natural ability for landscape drawing.

    A. aptitude B. altitude C. attitude D. attribute

    25. The baby has round and plump cheeks.A. raised B. almond C. shabby D. chubby

    26. People working in the government held a discussion with the prime minister yesterday.A. servants B. ambassadors C. guardians D. civil servants

    27. This knife is not sharp. I can not cut meat with it.A. rounded B. blunt C. smooth D. rough

    28. Mary was asked to replace Jane for presentation in the class as Jane had fallen ill.A. take away B. take into C. take over D. take part

    29. My parent and I go for a briskwalk in the garden every evening.A. quick walk B. hurried walk C. pleasant walk D. exhausted walk

    30. Please put away your books and bag before you go to bed.A. throw B. pile C. keep D. spread

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    Practice three

    Choose the most suitable word (s) to replace the underlined word (s).

    1. The accident took place in front of the River Bank.A. was seen B. occurred C. was heard D. was reported

    2. Alice called up her new friend yesterday.A. visited B. telephoned C. talked to D. blamed

    3. The audients looked astonished.A. unhappy B. afraid C. pleased D. surprised

    4. A healthy body is very essential for good mental health.

    A. suitable B. normal C. necessary D. convenient

    5. His instructor admired him for the good testing result.A. friends B. parents C. peer D. teacher

    6. His illness has recovered step by step.A. very little B. suddenly C. gradually D. harshly

    7. The Democratic Party won a landslide victory in China.A. soldier B. triumph C. punishment D. vote

    8. Most of student in my class are very well-off.A. rich B. intelligent C. friendly D. poor

    9. Tom rushed out of the classroom to meet the lecturer.A. walked B. jumped C. hurried D. move slowly

    10. It is difficult to pick out a present for girl friend.A. buy B. select C. give D. make

    11. The meeting has been called off.

    A. announced B. arranged C. postponed D. cancelled

    12. The police found 12 men unloading goods from the truck.A. stealing B. pulling C. removing D. pushing

    13. It is easy to find fault with the work of others.A. understand B. notice C. estimate D. criticize

    14. Hawkers are not allowed here.A. Peddlers B. Drivers C. Reporters D. Children

    15. The black man was charged with murder.A. punished B. accused C. judged D. imprisoned

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    16. I will come providing that Im invited.A. if B. when C. because D. since

    17. The building has been demolished.

    A. repaired B. destroyed C. extended D. burnt

    18. He cherished the hope of becoming a scientist.A. held in mind B. gave up C. recalled D. gave an account of

    19. Most competitors are not open to both professionals and nonprofessionals.A. skillful B. amateurs C. tutors D. Juniors

    20. Preservatives are added to bread to keep it from getting stale.A. small B. flat C. old D. wet

    21. In some countries drivers are fined 200$ forcareless driving.A. routine B. reckless C. adept D. aggressive

    22. Anne lets the air out of the balloon.A. inflates B. injects C. deflates D. rejects

    23. Creativity is a human trait.A. tradition B. outcome C. error D. attribute

    24. Fret is a person who is courageous but reckless.A. a cut-throat B. a gas-bag C. a dare-devil D. a die- hard

    25. She is a great teacher who can motivate her pupils to enjoy their studies.A. persuade B. inspire C. guide D. force

    26. The committee is working hard to raise money for the famine victims.A. funds B. debts C. loans D. investments

    27. The boys were caught in the storm and were completely wet.A. drenched B. drowned C. leaked D. drained

    28. The children have to manage without their parents when they are in school.A. get by B. get off C. get on D. get up

    29. Emily is a person employed to carry news, documents or to another person or place.A. counselor B. consultant C. composer D. courier

    30. We were deceived into believing that he could help us.A. retarded B. consulted C. cheated D. crumpled

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    Practice four

    Choose the most suitable word (s) to replace the underlined word (s).

    1. This range of products is up-to-date.A. old B. modern C. expensive D. cheap

    2. Language is a compulsory subject in most schools.A. complicated B. complex C. required D. optional

    3. The beautiful flowers are not real.A. superficial B. genuine C. artificial D. natural

    4. The person who writes books is a very talented person.A. judge B. reporter C. editor D. author

    5. Rodger was a very brilliant man.A. an idiot B. a genius C. an illiterate D. a fool

    6. Life is not always easy and comfortable.A. a bed of roses B. a bet time C. a blind alley D. a gaming table

    7. The boys traveled from Italy to Spain by getting free rides in other peoples vehicles.A. joy-riding B. stowing away C. hitch-hiking D. fun- riding

    8. The tools have been modified for use under this type of weather conditions.A. adopted B. improved C. adapted D. added

    9. The instructor of the badminton team is very strict.A. referee B. judge C. coach D. umpire

    10. In many restaurants, foreign workers are employed to replace local workers.A. insert B. cancel C. overtake D. substitute

    11. David John is a stingy man.A. layman B. bad egg C. close-fisted D. good-for nothing

    12. Danny respects his teacher for his modesty.A. humility B. popularity C. honesty D. generosity

    13. The flood water has gradually dropped to a lower level.A. subsidized B. sustained C. subsided D. subdued

    14. The icy wind made him shake because he felt cold.A. shrink B. shrug C. shiver D. shun

    15. Please help to throw the rubbish and clean the dishes.A. left-over B. garbage C. garage D. residue

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    Practice five

    Choose the most suitable word (s) to replace the underlined word (s).

    1. I met an old friend by chance yesterday morning. He is working at Royal Palace.A. ran through B. ran over C. ran out D. ran into

    2. The patient was asked to breathe out slowly after he was survived.A. expire B. exhibit C. exhale D. exhaust

    3. The scientists have found many rabbit holes in the ground at National Park.A. cotes B. burrows C. barns D. webs

    4. We decided to have reunion twice a year after we graduated.A. fortnightly B. annually C. bimonthly D. biannually

    5. The applicants were served snacks and drinks during the tea break.A. refreshments B. cuisine C. tea D. meals

    6. Sherry is lean and underweight.A. fat B. slim C. dizzy D. sail

    7. Human knowledge is finite.A. everlasting B. broad C. limited D. outstanding

    8. Her friends used to trust her until they know she is a swindler.A. liar B. show off C. absent-minded D. poor

    9. You must not be so easily tricked into believing everything he says.A. silly B. idiotic C. honest D. gullible

    10. Congratulation! You have guessed correctly.A. got scout free B. faced the music C. eaten your words D. hit the nail on the head

    11. John Harry narrated to his family his adventure at Sahara Desert.A. told B. exaggerated to C. kept from D. hid from

    12. You need to set a limit to the amount of time spent on the project.A. draw blood B. fan the flame C. draw a sword D. draw a line

    13. The police were informed of the car accident.A. reminded B. notified C. advised D. warned

    14. The carhits suddenly into the tree that is by the side of the road.A. crashes B. crushes C. crumples D. cramps

    15. Ka Ka received many presents from friends and her relatives last Christmas.A. awards B. prizes C. gifts D. rewards

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    16. We have to devise a way to move the piano into the house.A. manufacture B. generate C. create D. contrive

    17. What happened today is just a prelude to more problems ahead.

    A. overture B. warmer C. precursor D. raiser

    18. I am immune to all kinds of diseases because of vaccinations.A. invulnerable B. covered C. exempted D. cured

    19. Dairy was asked to say aloud after learning the poem in the class.A. evicted B. recall C. memorize D. reckon

    20. This dress is not tight for me.A. lose B. loss C. loose D. loosen

    21. We have to work together to make our plans work smoothly.A. cooperate B. separate C. join D. combine

    22. Because of the shopkeeper was upset, we were unable to glean the details of the robbery.A. connect B. gather C. tell D. comprehend

    23. He was able to elude the soldiers for only a short time.A. aid B. train C. escape D. restrain

    24. The professor was regarded as an erudite teacher.A. a rigid B. a scholarly C. a demanding D. a reasonable

    25. The Lancet, founded in 1823, is a medical periodical of international fame.A. journal B. series C. handbook D. text

    26. Chicot coveted his neighbors farm but could not get her to sell it.A. desired B. costly C. hoarded D. lucrative

    27. Some business disputes can be settled out of court; others require litigation.A. treaty B. compromise C. lawsuit D. cleaving

    28. As soon as he finished his speech, I wanted to refute him.A. congratulate B. meet C. avoid D. contradict

    29. When menaced by predator, a snake may suddenly alter its behavior.A. bitten B. wounded C. threatened D. released

    30. The old man had only bread to eat, yet he offered to share this frugal meal with hisfriend.A. sumptuous B. penny-wise C. foolhardy D. plucky

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    Practice six

    Choose the most suitable word (s) to replace the underlined word (s).

    1. In my opinion, what you said was believable and acceptable.A. credible B. possible C. truthful D. unconvincing

    2. Im aware of my shortcomings Davy said faithfully.A. skills B. strengths C. talents D. weaknesses

    3. My class monitor, Savorn, looks very scholarly in his new spectacles.A. amiable B. sociable C. shabby D. studious

    4. Chet is fairly certain that his problem will be solved soon.A. quite B. extremely C. unusually D. surprisingly

    5. Your hands did not feel anything after being in the cold water for some time.A. became numb B. became itchy C. became infected D. became stiff

    6. Aya derives a lot ofjoy from helping others.A. mysterious B. imaginary C. negligible D. immense

    7. Did you see the light on the tower? the captain asked his crew.A. lamp B. flare C. beacon D. flash

    8. The city was in ruins by the time the troops pulled out.A. deserted B. rebuilt C. renowned D. destroyed

    9. The bus will come in a minute, Cheata said.A. soon B. early C. late D. punctually

    10. You cant eat these chicken wings as they are partially burnt.A. broiled B. raw C. barbecued D. charred

    11. Resmey reads many different kinds of books every week.A. widely B. carefully C. occasionally D. selectively

    12. Mr. Thaly looked unwell when I met him last night.A. lost B. alert C. cross D. drawn

    13. Nalom told us where she was born.A. her hobby B. her religion C. her birthplace D. her address

    14. They used to be close but there is a rivalry between them now.A. compassion B. competition C. disagreement D. understanding

    15. The soldiers have dug a big hole in the ground.A. cavity B. moat C. depression D. trench

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    16. The rest of the soldiers laughed at him for his faint-heartedness.A. boldness B. courage C. cowardice D. chivalry

    17. We had a picnic beside a tranquil lake last week.

    A. clear B. peaceful C. pretty D. boisterous

    18. Mrs. Vandys younger son is a fit and healthy boy.A. robust B. obese C. cuddly D. restless

    19. Mr. Vuthys small salary is not enough for the whole family.A. present B. regular C. meager D. substantial

    20. This is an imitation of the famous artists painting.A. sketch B. draft C. replica D. photocopy

    21. Tom showed great enthusiasm when I suggested going for a swim.A. joy B. interest C. indifference D. discomfort

    22. They build a bonfire to burn the rubbish.A. crops B. garment C. trash D. inventory

    23. Nika was engrossed in a conversation when I saw her just now.A. neglected B. absorbed C. participating D. eavesdropping

    24. The tree is falling! he screamed.A. grumbled B. shrugged C. shrieked D. murmured

    25. Mr. Jerry is a trustworthy employee, said the boss of the company.A. resourceful B. crafty C. dependable D. slothful

    26. Your hair needs a trim, Miss Lina told her nephew.A. dye B. cut C. change D. shampoo

    27. Bon Song is full ofsympathy for the earthquake victims.A. hostility B. hatred C. compassion D. affection

    28. That old lady is very interested in her neighbors affairs.A. considerate B. nosey C. thoughtless D. imaginative

    29. The water in the pond is not clear.A. shallow B. murky C. transparent D. contaminated

    30. KKshuddered when she thought about how close to death they were.A. fainted B. vomited C. screamed D. trembled

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    Practice seven

    Choose the most suitable word (s) to replace the underlined word (s).

    1. Mr. Tan spoke harshly to Tom just now.A. gently B. patiently C. boldly D. unkindly

    2. This city experiences regular thunderstorms.A. continual B. periodic C. persistent D. occasional

    3. The hikers are relaxing in a small hut as they are exhausted.A. tent B. marquee C. cottage D. pavilion

    4. Jerry threw a bottle of drink to his friend Tommy.A. shot B. thrust C. shove D. tossed

    5. We will meet our friends at the bus station at the break of day.A. noon B. dawn C. sunset D. dusk

    6. She does not need to put on any make-up as her skin is perfect.A. rosy B. fair C. blotchy D. flawless

    7. The accident victim was motionless when the ambulance arrived.A. alive B. still C. groaning D. bleeding

    8. Cheata told me candidly how she felt about my drawing.A. frankly B. insincerely C. reluctantly D. dishonestly

    9. The small boy hid under the bed, quivering with fear.A. rolling B. shivering C. huddled D. screaming

    10. This bustling city is full ofskyscrapers.A. people B. vehicles C. shops D. tall buildings

    11. Peter Pan is a make-believe character but some children think he is real.A. a heroic B. a popular C. an outstanding D. an fictional

    12. There was a vehicle accident outside my school this morning.A. collision B. adversity C. protest D. calamity

    13. He is sick to death of his friend constant boast about her wealth.A. puzzled by B. tired of C. envious of D. keen in

    14. Rasmey spent the whole night reading the story that has a captivating plot.A. a simple B. an amusing C. an intriguing D. a straightforward

    15. Vuthy has had this ailment for many years.A. hobby B. treasure C. illness D. aptitude

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    16. He talked to professorfor a short while before leaving the class.A. attentively B. briefly C. indefinitely D. sincerely

    17. She does not eat cakes as they make people put on weight easily.

    A. are bland B. are unhealthy C. are fattening D. are out of stock

    18. Its risky to drive when you are drunk.A. hazardous B. gallant C. inconsiderate D. heroic

    19. I really respect the way you handled the difficult problem.A. adore B. consent C. admire D. appreciate

    20. There was a bad smell when the underground pipe that carries waste materials burst.A. plug B. socket C. sewer D. hydrant

    21. Saha was absent from Man. Utd. Football team for three successive weeks.A. separate B. complete C. special D. consecutive

    22. The instruments used by the surgeon in an operation are free from bacteria.A. checked B. scrubbed C. sterilized D. contaminated

    23. Mr. Vutha has always been thrifty unlike his friend, Jerry, who is a spendthrift.A. meek B. timid C. spendthrift D. frugal

    24. Bon Song was scolded by Miss Davy forbeing rude.A. grumpy B. irritable C. ill-mannered D. absent- minded

    25. Why do you always find fault with his work?A. criticize B. be in awe of C. despise D. fare

    26. He gave the police a true account of what had happened.A. a factual B. a fictional C. a touching D. stamina

    27. Chakriya is the person who explains what is happening in the play.A. actress B. producer C. director D. narrator

    28. The security guard of the company is a strong and heavy man.A. burly B. frail C. chubby D. feeble

    29. Nikas hands were not moving when she took the photograph just now.A. shaky B. wobbly C. twitching D. steady

    30. I could never forget the day that I was rebuked by the principal.A. noticed B. rewarded C. scolded D. commended

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    Practice nine

    Write the number of the correct answer in the blank below.

    1. The volcano_______ hot gases and lava when it erupted.A. released B. poured C. delivered D. spewed

    2. I wonder how he will________ when we tell him the bad news?A. react B. behave C. reason D. operate

    3. The cut on her hand is so deep that the_______ can be seen.A. stalls B. skin C. flesh D. wrinkle

    4. The children were full of__________ at the party.A. fright B. tension C. guilt D. gaiety

    5. The results of the contest will be________ tomorrow.A. spoken B. told C. announced D. communicated

    6. The_______ earthquake killed more than ten thousand people.A. bizarre B. mild C. anticipated D. devastating

    7. The book Harry Porter is________ as a fairy tale.A. sorted B. classified C. grouped D. published

    8. I always listen to the news________ on the radio every morning.A. broadcast B. revelation C. announcement D. declaration

    9. Who do you think we should_________ about our problem?A. query B. advice C. answer D. consult

    10. The miser_________ a lot of money.A. prints B. forges C. hoards D. squanders

    11. John Wet bought that book because of the attractive__________.A. title B. blurb C. cover D. publisher

    12. They are going to__________ the road as it is to narrow.A. beautify B. pave C. lengthen D. broaden

    13. That_________ of wood in the corner almost reaches to the ceiling.A. row B. stack C. bundle D. bunch

    14. The astronomer studies the_________ with a telescope.A. relics B. pests C. parasites D. galaxies

    15. Please attend to this matter because its rather__________.A. petty B. urgent C. insignificant D. trivial

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    16. Vegetables are___________ component of well-balanced diet.A. an abundant B. a necessary C. scarce D. a pleasant

    17. The number of young people who_______ crimes has risen sharply in recent years.

    A. commit B. testify C. charge D. prosecute

    18. Its hard to________ the difference between Singaporean and Malay English.A. debate B. discern C. discard D. determine

    19. Since no one predicted the winner, everyone was_______ by the results of the election.A. perturbed B. delighted C. encouraged D. astounded

    20. China was in________ after the first ever terrible flood.A. fire B. chaos C. order D. violence

    21. The results of the exam will be________ in the next three days.A. told B. spoken C. released D. communicated

    22. Riot police tried to________ the demonstrators with tear gas and water canon.A. repel B. consult C. negotiate D. report

    23. He donated a large amount of money to help the people who live in________.A. comfort B. luxury C. poverty D. prosperity

    24. The car skidded on the slippery road and_______ into a lamp post.A. collided B. crashed C. broke D. smashed

    25. He has_________ after eating food bought from a roadside stall.A. gastric B. headache C. diarrhea D. heart attack

    26. Everyone waited tensely for the compare to________ the winner.A. shout B. call C. announce D. say

    27. Please do exactly as you are_______!A. spoken B. asked C. told D. mentioned

    28. The children love to_________ water over one another in the pool.A. spray B. spill C. splatter D. splash

    29. The ball_________ Nasri on the head and he fell down on the grass.A. struck B. crashed C. collided D. banged

    30. Our teacher is organizing a camping_________ to Sister Island.A. occasion B. festival C. tour D. trip

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