Further Practice Sections Section A — Vocabulary & Grammar practice Words often Confused 1 10 " 12 Read the | found a wonderful Persian rug in the .. market the other day. A archaic B old © antique D antiquated Mr Jackson needs a. Monday morning. of the report first thing A copy © image B print D reproduction Helen and George are expecting ........ at the fend of winter. A couples B sets € twins pairs My son wants to a doctor when he's older. A change B become C develop D tum The computer course lessons over six months. ‘A composes B consists of ten two-hour © makes up D contains ‘The lecture was so boring that | had a very difficult time paying ....... and almost fell asleep. A attention © warning B notice D interest ‘Authorities are investigating the A reason B cause C manner . of the fire. D way This shop has everything ... spices to designer clothes. A stocking B ranging C extending D varying from exotic He was to the amount of money he could spend on holiday. A limited B fixed C bounded D set Please, ‘once in your life, try not to be late tomorrow. Afor B by Cat D upon Of course I... you! We went to school together, didn't we? ‘A consider © recognise B see D hold His of confidence resulted in him not getting the job. A losing B failure missing D lack 13 4 15 16 7 18 19 20 at 23 ntences below and decide which answer A, B, C or D best fits each blank. I heard a loud bang and the ...... thing I knew, police were everywhere. A future B following C after D next Please me to cancel my dentist's appointment on Tuesday. A remind © remember B retain D recall We would never have guessed who had the crime. A committed B done ¢ had D caused | called the plumber to get a(n) ‘on how much a new shower would cost. A guess B number C estimate D count ‘The Smiths have their piano tuned on a basis, A tight B regular C normal D proper ‘She cut the cake into eight ........ after she had blown out the candies. A portions B parts C sizes D figures Ben has just bought a house, so he can't to go on holiday this year. A afford B price C cost D budget The company wil ...... a new line of cosmetics onto the market this autumn. A put introduce B bring D commence During the festival, the streets Were nnn with people from all over the world A crowded C congested B tull D occupied The total of money needed for this project is over one million pounds. A mass B number C amount D bulk He has a of looking at life that is very refreshing, ‘A method B mean C way D plan 223)Further Practice Sections 24 James has had an argument ........ Tina and is not speaking to her. Ain B by Cc of D with 25. My moming....... never changes - | wake up, take a shower, have a cup of coffee and go to work A routine B practice © custom D time 26 'lnever be him! A capable B possible C probable D able . to understand what she saw in 27 The hotel........ free accommodation for children under the age of ten. A provides B makes C assists D does 28 Air pollution has breathing disorders. A directed B brought © guided D led . to an increase in 29 Sally is so sensitive that she cries ........ She watches a sad film. ‘A whenever © whichever B however D how 30 Don't worry! The instructions af@ Very wn 10 follow. ‘A natural B easy — ordinary D casual 31. Even though my grandfather is 87 years old, he's 2S vn 8 a fiddle. A healthy B happy c fit D slim 32 Don't the chance to visit the Museum of Fine Arts when you're in town. A miss € forget B omit D look over 33 How long was it before you that your purse was missing? A viewed © faced B noticed D witnessed 34 If you have an alibi, it will that you were nowhere near the scene of the crime. A prove B clear C say D find 35_ Alison ....... most of her pocket money on CDs. A throws B exploits C spends D buys 36 Mary her own business when she was only 20 years old, A did up setup B made out D_ brought on 24 37 39 a a2 43 45 a7 The only reason why he sn... the crash was because he was wearing his seatbelt A saved € lasted B endured D survived One of the most... rules of tennis is to always keep your eye on the ball. A basic significant B weighty D extreme 'm sorry, but without the the shop will not be able to give you a refund. A recipe © receipt B formula D prescription The only ....... of living in a flat is that it is cheaper than living in a house. A advantage gain B asset D plus Mrs James had difficulty in controlling the class, ssn though she was an experienced teacher. A indeed B just © even exactly There are many ways ..... which you can make food tasty and attractive to children. A over B in C of D among Jim Perkins WaS wn... t be the only suitable candidate for the job. A imagined © designed B hoped D considered He walked slowly although he was ... his appointment. vn late for A extremely highly B ultra D intensely Frieda is always... a very warm welcome whenever she visits her cousins. A saved performed B reserved D guaranteed ‘The increase of traffic in cities has resulted .. more people suffering from breathing problems. A of B towards © in D to The man was eventually come out of his hiding place. A persuaded C suggested B arranged D let by the police to Your work falls well. A under B short the required standard, © below D lower49 50 51 52 56 s7 59 61 Jane's . told her that something had happened to her twin sister. A affinity B intuition C aptitude D flair "You can always be of our support,” my Parents told me when | left home. A count B sure © depend D rely For a long time, he has been wn. by bad luck. ‘A dogged © doomed B bugged D haunted ‘As the policeman handed me a speeding ticket he said that nobody was the law. A beyond B over above Dunder Everyone's attention was drawn ......... the noise in the street. Ato Bon C into for Many species of fish are in danger of being by increasing levels of sea pollution. A finished off © dried up B wiped out D wore off Many people never ......... to be amazed by the records athletes set each year. A stop B cease C end D finish The manager told the workers that he had every sven if thet ability. A confidence © belief B trust D feeling The school sets @ very high wenn for all its pupils. Away B standard © spirit D term This neighbourhood looks a little these days. A well-heeled C well-off B run-down D down-and-out Don't you think it would be a good idea to try and ‘our problem? ‘A work out ¢ doup B polish off D wear off The young boy ....... to taking the bicycle. A agreed © accepted B denied D confessed ‘The accountant was asked to go . the ‘document very carefully. A of B over Cat D for 67 70 n 73 4 Further Practice Sections Hi Their goal had always been to reach the wn... Of Mount Everest A crown B point © summit D head ‘These workshops are designed to... and speaking skills. listening ‘A grow B create C develop D plant Many patients complained that they didn't receive the proper medical they needed. A behaviour © action B attitude D treatment Mary decided to consider the proposal that was ult non tO her a few days ago. A forward B front frst’ © ahead The police are still . the cause of the explosion which damaged five cars. A investigating © considering B researching D exploring Not is John a good writer, he is also a good singer. A simply B just © even only He decided to invest the ........ of his money Property. A remains B rest C others D all The book discusses how we could be more sve. i Managing our time. A effective © energetic B adequate D able His job ....... spending a lot of time travelling A involves covers B implies D consists ‘Some companies offer courses as a ........ of training their staff A pattem B means C type Design She did not want him to jump the conclusion that it was all her fault. A to B of C for Dat This amazing collection of poems first saw the snnen Of day in 1980. A moming B broad C light ~—_D_ break | started typing my paper and the thing 1 knew, my computer broke down. A next © additional B following D previous 225)Further Practice Sections a 75 Maria Callas became one of the best... singers of her day. A understood B known. opera C liked D popular 76 She was looking rang. A towards B through © up the mail when the phone D on 77 Everybody, myself... forward to the concert. A also B involved C included D too . had been looking 78 He works here temporarily but has plans to open his own business. A finally © soon B eventually D really 79. The cost of airline tickets has gone wun BY aS much as 25% since January. Arby Bin Cup Dunder 80 Ail track events willbe... in the new Olympic stadium A stored B made C kept D held 81 He gained . experience working as a volunteer in Africa. ‘A deserving worthy B admirable D invaluable 82 It never........ to amaze me how babies learn to communicate. A stops B finishes © ceases D ends 83 Those old buildings are dangerous and should Be renee GOWN, A knocked © brought B pushed D wrecked ‘84 It isa fact that this kind of snake bite rarely . fatal A grows B tums —C emerges D proves 85 Eating a large breakfast allowed her to go lunch. A up B away C without D off 86 There is very litle ........ that he will pass the exam. A opportunity © opening B chance D probability 206 87 What she likes .... new people. A great B most about travelling is meeting © much Dot 88 “What asked Jan. A brand B label of shampoo do you use?” Martha © mark D tag 89 Julia shares all the ....... with her husband, including the cooking and the ironing, A household © housework B homeland D homework 90 It was such a small car that it could only two people. A include B embrace C contain D hold 91 When my sister and | were young children, our father used to......... us on his shoulders. A cary B take C bring uphold 92 Do not......... the opportunity to see Hamlet at the National Theatre A fail = B miss C lose forget 93 My ........ to London was delayed so | had to hang around the airport for three hours. Aride B tour —_C flight —D voyage 94 He asked his friends to ......... a good dentist. ‘A recommend prescribe B advise D counsel 95 Becky mentioned something about setting... her own catering company. Au Bin C off D around 96 The police have been trying for MONths 10 «rs the whereabouts of the kidnapper. A stalk B detect € trace follow 97 The .....u. Of the television set goes back more than 50 years. A legend B story € history D age 98 This year's winter fashion .. ages. A attracts B appeals C takes .. to women of all D calls 99 | know fora... that Pam hates Chinese food A fact B certain C sure D truth 100 We will ....... your order before sending the goods. A operate B process C measure D deal101 Mary and Matt don’t really... with each other. A geton B goon C tumnout D getby 102 After careful consideration they decided to a job to her as a translator. A provide B present C offer —_D_ supply 103 He didn't for the job in time and so he missed the deadline, A apply B enter C enrol —_D register 104 He is now in the difficult position of having to (ch008e ...... his job and his family. A betweenB among from —_D_ amidst 105 Bullying is regarded as a psychological or physical. A shape B form ..of violence, either © point D style 106 Dad was very... with my high school grades and treated me for being so hardworking. A keen B glad —C pleased D joyful 107 Frank decided to a young writers’ ‘competition since he fas an incredible talent for writing stories. A enter © apply B take D participate 108 She received the favourable ........ of all the people who attended her art exhibition ‘A announcements © comments B statements, D expressions 109 To the scientists’ .. astonishment, the ‘experiment proved that young chimpanzees had a better memory than young humans. A total B whole © complete D perfect 110 Delivering pizzas at homes is a way to a living before I get a real job. A win B gain © conquer D eam 111 There is nO ....... that global warming poses a threat to our planet and humanity. A argument © problem B fear D doubt 112 v0 the Isle of Aer retiring they decided to... Man and enjoy a quiet life. A arrive B reach C settle D place 113 Scientists have recently tured their to environmental issues. A ideas B concentration attention D beliefs 114 115; 116 117 118 119 120 121 122 123 124 125 Further Practice Sections ill Tracy spent a great... of time preparing dinner for her friends on her birthday. A deal B quantity C degree D sum The thought of taking a test makes my stomach flutter. A litle —B hardly © just =D _ mere When he proposed to her she didn't even twice. She said yes immediately. A contemplate © think B regard D wonder He is always whining to get people's attention. It really on my nerves. Ais Bgives C sets D gets We are both very busy but we manage to see each other 0768 IN san A while —B moment C period D term The new treatment has a very high success but is extremely expensive. A degree B standard C ratio D rato | would love to help you write the report but unfortunately | am not with technical language. A aware familiar B educated D accustomed His story was remarkable, ..... for the fact that it was only partially true. ‘A besides B except C apart unless. He has adopted a healthy diet which mainly of fruit and vegetables as well as dairy products. A includes contains B consists D composes What was once a thick forest ended up being a vast dry area with hardly any trees in . A sight B vision scene D view ‘Although rainforests cover only 2 per cent of the Earth's surface, they are ....... to nearly 60 per cent of animal species on Earth, ‘A house © accommodation B shelter D home Scientists are looking for a planet that can accommodate all... of life A forms © aspects B states D formations 27Further Practice Sections Hi 426 Thanksgiving is a celebration that . to the 17th century when Indians cel beginning of the autumn harvest. A comes B goes € leads D takes 127 The Simpsons have just bought a house on the of Manchester. A sides C limits B outskirts D boundaries 128 In Portobello Market you are sure to find a wide of antique goods as well as music and clothing. ‘A amount B range C choice D set 129 The most important attraction of Paris not to be Sa is the Eiffel Tower. A unnoticed © missed B left D omitted 130 Although they decided to split up, they will live in, the same house for the ..of their children. A profit B gain C benefit’ D favour 131 Tina looked dazzling, in her best. clothes, for the graduation ceremony at the university hall. A worn out © made over B put out D made up 132 The of the dangerous virus in humans has alerted the Institute of Medicine who are now looking for new methods of killing the virus. A presence © attendance B living D being 133. Jane has her litle way of forcing her will on her children, a very loving way. A inspite of C albeit B however D despite 134 He is an excellent teacher who always expects higher .. in his students’ work while giving them the motivation to achieve their goals. A rates B measures C standards D levels 135 The small shop was with all sorts of nique ornaments and second-hand furniture. A blocked B packed C squashed D full 136 Unless we take the situation .. find ourselves in a very dificult position. A seriously importantly B significantly D urgently we will 228 137 We stayed in Edinburgh only for a day so we {HOU 10 eonansne the MOSt Of it Amake Buse C get D do 138 The doctor asked the old lady to sit ...... until he finished the examination. peaceful D still A fixed B restful 139 Increased sugar consumption can cause vn 10 your teeth. A suffering B damage © loss D harm 140 The news about the git's disappearance left her family in a... Of SHOCK. ‘A place B state C case —D form 141 Before filing in the answer sheet, .a moment to think about the answer carta A spend B take C pass give 142 During the last European conference in Strasburg, many politicians the issue of global warming, A brought B refered C raised D put 143 It was a smooth journey except for a few unexpected incidents that came up along the A travel B direction © way path 144 Pneumonia can to serious health problems if it is not treated at an early stage. A cause B develop C produce D lead 145 The children were ecstatic when they woke up in the moming only to find out that the whole area. 146 All vehicles are equipped with seatbelts and airbags to ......... their safety of passengers. A invent B insist € discover D ensure 147 He is not to living on his own and he {eels terribly lonely now that he's moved away from home. A common © accustomed B familiar D known 148 The theatrical play ended with the two men with each other for the young woman's. heart. A contesting © rewarding B challenging D competing149 150 151 152 153 154 155 156 157 158 159 British scientists are currently... on the idea of manufacturing a type of refrigerator that uses less energy and is environmentally friendly. A producing © working B analysing D developing The world’s most advanced spaceship is expected to into space in the next few weeks. A leave B arrive C reach D head Htyou are . to spend the night on the beach, itis wise to equip yourself with extra clothing and a sleeping bag, A considering € exploiting B thinking D intending HS son worth booking your ticket in advance to avoid disappointment. A well B much C good D very ‘The Disneyland Day Pass is excellent... fOr money since it allows you to go on as many rides ‘as you want, A price B value prize D cost. Sea lions are social animals that ive in large ‘groups, as is the with dolphins. A truth B fact C case D need ‘Once they had safety locks installed, they were no longer ......... about the possibilty of a burglary. A concerned C attentive B aware D troubled ‘She placed her wallet on the table and, before she . it, it had vanished, A saw noticed B understood D knew Aerobic exercise is beneficial for your body as it increases the heart and strengthens your body muscles, © speed Arate Brace During the meeting, the boss invited the staff to comment on working conditions. A huge D pace discussion........ on how they could be improved. A happened © came B started D arose In Ofer 10 «nse tO Us that he had a really good voice Joe stood up and sang a song, A prove B claim C imagine D test 160 161 .. 162 163 164 165 166 167 168 169 170 Further Practice Sections Hill Pupils at St John’s are known for their politeness and good Itis a joy to work there. ‘A manner B behaviour C style D way .-« fell when the teacher asked who was responsible for the mess in the classroom. A Silence © Quiet B Doubt D Conclusion The man made his .... to the cash desk to pay for his shopping. A path B direction C road —-D way Not many people keep in touch with friends they make during their college A terms B days — C times D dates When | met my old friend Harry last week | discovered that our lives had... Very different directions. He had become an actor while | was still a teacher. A taken B left C chosen D gone To Be sonny Suzie has had a lot of problems recently. I's not surprising that she did so poorly in the exam. A fair = Btue —C just —D real Jenny felt tired because she had done all the housework without 2... offer of help from anyone. A lonely B solo € alone D single Many students find it difficult to survive financially as they have ‘any money to live on each week. A almost B hardly C quite nearly My father is one of the UK's... brain surgeons, A unique B desirable C suitable D leading My friend Sarah me to ask Alex out on a date, so | did, ‘A demanded © dared B threatened D made Ihave many wonderful memories of the time | spent in London. | stil... visiting Buckingham Palace and other places of interest. A forget C remind B remember D reflect 229)Further Practice Sections Sentence Completion Read the sentences below and think of the word which best fits each gap. Use only B one word in each gap. 1. Brad is $0 lazy. «mmm he ever does is chat. 2. The student thought she would get away with cheating but her luCk ......-t0an end when she was caught copying the answers from the book. 3. Three men were arrested . connection with the theft. 4 Neither Emma wn...u. Jack spoke Arabic so it was difficult to communicate during their holiday in Jordan. 5 Plants the summer. 6 The first bionic car went sale in Sweden. 7 The aim of the game is to collect as many points . to be watered twice a week during 25 8 The man is considered to be responsible 1 series of burglaries in the small vilage of Usk. 9 A balanced diet and regular exercise play an important... in Keeping people healthy and fit 40 Saber-toothed cats are smaller... size than lions. 11. Ifyou study hard, there is a high chance ... passing. 42 She is so ambitious that she is determined to SUCCEEK, wrens Matter what. 43 AS nnn 88 MUSIC is concerned, I ike pop. 14 The StOrY «nnn place in Egypt. 45 The doctor said that | will have to take my medication for at .. three weeks. 16 The effects of global warming are devastating but itis. to us to help save the environment 17 Since there was no evidence forced entry the police couldn't do anything about the event. 48 Our new nanny is hard-working and patient and, above ... , she loves children. 19 All children must be accompanied an adult in order to take part in the competition, 20 His lack .... confidence is the primary reason he failed to get the job. 21 Working outis good for one’s health. What's sn. it contributes to maintaining a fit and strong body. 22 His comments were not at all well-intentioned. the contrary, they were mean and sarcastic. 23. During our holiday in Bali we advantage of the good weather and went snorkelling. 24 Mumbai, formerly known .. Bombay, is one of the most densely populated cities in the world, 25 Whenever you use this product, make that you seal it tightly so that it doesn't leak, 26 .. than celebrate their wedding anniversary alone they organised a huge dinner party. 27 Mr Johnson has become established cone of the experts on genetic engineering 28 Passengers should remain seated alltimes, 230 29 30 31 32 33 a 42 43 45 48 a7 48 49 51 52 55 Racing cars can reach speeds of to 350 km/h, The Minister of Education expects students with learning difficulties to benefit... the new legislation. ‘The famous musician composed the symphony Fong sn... ft became known to the public. ‘The money raised by second-hand shopping will be spent......... the care of the elderly The young woman expiained to her son that he could not take the toy as it belonged another chil. In wuss Of Being told off repeatedly, the student continued to display improper behaviour. Computer software engineers are increasingly vu demand to design and test new software systems. Sue .. up with a fantastic idea. ‘A recent discovery has provided archaeologists 3 interesting information about dinosaurs. ‘There can be doubt that global warming poses a great threat to our world today. Itis incredible .. think that scientists have ‘managed to create lfe with the method of cloning, Wind power has been used a source of ‘energy for nearly 4.000 years. Jack's guard dog is so well-trained that it will catch anything might come his way. ‘The relations between the two counties .... that time were quite tense. The inexperienced driver Was IMnVONED samen @ serious road accident that left him disabled. All scheduled flights from Glasgow were CANCENED nnn tO the snowstorm. Even... it was extremely cold, we went out. Ih ..s.nsn. OF NOt being good at languages, | am going to attend a course in Spanish this summer. We tried really hard to finish all the work before nine o'clock, it took us until midnight. Ifyou arrive .......... the hotel before I do, please wait for me at reception. Jus. the SOW, Brian still went jogging. ‘As an only child | always had @ room of my | phoned my parents as as | arrived in England to let them know | had arrived safely When | meet people for .. first time I find it hard to remember their names. | wasn't thinking of you - | was thinking of somebody ........ for the starring role. Throughout life you meet people ...... all kinds of characters. Pont KNOW sensu YOU Were thinking of when you gave Ben the job.Further Practice Sections Hi Open Cloze Read the texts below and think of the word which best fits each space. Use only one word in each space. There is an example at the beginning (0). baelazeag) Schooling For many people, the choice (0) ...0f... school is just a matter of choosing between a private (1) -_ public one. However, for a rapidly growing (2) of parents and children, school has nothing to do with Classrooms, teachers or school uniforms. For them, there is simply no place (3)... home when it comes to education. These people feel that their children do not receive satisfactory education at school. As a @) they choose to teach their child in the comfort of their own home and at the same (5) have some control over the teaching process. (6) home schooling has many benefits. Children can work at their own pace, (7) to their own abilities. They F2 NOt (B) nr» back by slower students or worried about being slow themselves. They can study what they are interested (9) and lear to work on their own, (10) prepares them for further education. They (11) have fewer behavioural problems and are less dependent and (12) sos Mature. Gibraltar is probably the most famous rock in the (0) ...World.... It is not an island as many people think but actually a small COUNTY (1) jn... 8 Connected to the Spanish mainland. Gibraltar is also perfectly located as it separates Europe (2) Africa and the Atlantic Ocean from the Mediterranean Sea. It is not very big though, and only a (8) suum People live there. Finding somewhere to stay in Gibraltar (4) be difficult so it's a good idea to book a hotel (5) nn you go. Some of the hotels have their own gardens and swimming pool(s). The first (6) ncn.» YOU should do when you arrive in Gibraltar (7) . to. go on a tour of the rock. There is a cable car which will take you to the top, (8) -ennnnnen the View is absolutely beautiful. If you are interested in caves, (8) Gibrattar is just the place for you, a8 it i$ (10) «0.1... Of them. So, whether you are looking for a different (11) wn... Of holiday or you want 10.0 On a day trip (12) snes YOU are in Spain, come to Gibralter.Further Practice Sections Mill 22 So you think you (0) ..Wwould... ike to try bungee jumping? Before starting, let me tell you (1) an incident that ight convince you otherwise. On January 8, 1999 a sixteen-year-old Korean girl decided she wanted (2) excitement in her life, so thought she would give bungee jumping a go. She jumped @) sane @ YSemetre high platform and everything seemed normal. The problem was (4)... .. because of the cold, a support wire had frozen and she couldn't (8) - brought down. She had to hang upside (6) coe tON MeteS from the ground until firemen came to her rescue, four OUTS (7) senesnesne « ON investigating the incident, it was discovered that the owner of the platform (8) ignored the cold weather conditions. Furthermore, (9) ... of the operators of the bungee jump had any safety or rescue training. (10) ‘asked to comment, the owner stated, “Frankly, | don't know (11) bout a bungee. | just want to (12) money.” The Importance of the Dinner Table Not too long ago. the dinner table was the centre (0) ..of.. family life. Parents and children would Oy suo around the table, enjoy a good home- made meal and discuss the day's events. Nowadays, @). the family dinner table has become a thing of the past. The reason for this is the (3) that parents don't spend as much time with their children as they onG@ (4) n-ne t0. In most households, (5) parents work and are simply (6) tired to organise meals and other domestic matters. (7) sos Many experts insist that time spent at the family dining table is essential to the well-being of the family unit. Gathering for meals gives children a sense of security (8) helps them understand and appreciate family life. Experts also claim that children not (9) get a nourishing meal but they also get emotional, intellectual and spiritual nourishment. (10) whether it is once a month or once a week, busy parents shuld (11) «0.1: aside a few hours of their time to organise a family meal and spend quality time with their children. (12) .. all, the family that eats together, stays together.