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ASSORTED PRACTICE TEST 1

(Time: 50 minutes)

NAME: .......
SCHOOL: ........

SCORE:
./100

_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

PART ONE
For questions 115, choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) which best completes each sentence.
1. I dont like Anthony, he seems to take too much __________ in criticizing everyone.
A joy
B fascination
C pleasure
D entertainment
2. My family has gone to Edinburgh to pay their last _________ to uncle Tony who
died last Thursday.
A sympathy
B respects
C love
D honours
3. A few passengers were _________ after the liner overturned in a storm.
A plunged
B drowned
C watered
D submerged
4. Hats like this may have been fashionable in the 1980s, but now they are ________ the
times.
A beneath
B under
C over
D behind
5. Who else is of the __________ that we should break the camp?
A conclusion
B opinion
C remark
D theory
6. The sergeant was furious because he hadnt been __________ of the manoeuvres.
A notified
B announced
C referred
D communicated
7. The local press has been pouring _________ on the mayor for dissolving the council.
A blame
B hatred
C disapproval
D scorn
8. Im _________ too keen on visiting the Parkers again so soon.
A that
B none
C such
D very
9. Its no wonder the children felt disappointed because first their parents promised to
take them to Disneyland and then they _________ on their word.
A played down
B drew out
C came off
D went back
10. The army suffered very heavy __________, yet, their victory was imposing.
A losses
B victims
C wounds
D harms
11. Its a chance of a lifetime for me to see Tokio, so Ill try to __________ the most of it.
A catch
B do
C fulfil
D make
12. Do you think this kind of meat __________ itself to stewing?
A allows
B gives
C offers
D lends
13. It was Martin who _________ the initiative in introducing our guests to the princess.
A adopted
B took
C led
D pursued
14. Martha has been hard _________ to it to organize a fancy dress party for the younger
children.
A forced
B ordered
C put
D made
15. Only one person who can provide the best solution to the question will be promoted
and __________ a financial grant.
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A served

B equipped

C entitled

D awarded

PART TWO
For questions 1630, use the word in capitals at the end of each of the following sentences to form
a word that fits suitably in the blank. There is an example at the beginning (0).
0.

We had an interesting __discussion___ about football.

DISCUSS

16. His rude comments left her _______________ and in tears.

SPEAK
17. The first oil _______________ has been put into operation, offering great potential
for industrial development in Vietnam.
FINE
18. He is a very nice person who never _______________ hurts others feelings.
KNOW
19. A donation of $10,000 was made by an anonymous _______________ to help
disadvantaged children.
BENEFIT
20. Many diseases which were once thought _______________ now can be routinely
treated.
CURE
21. These products are _______________, Im sure you get them for half the price in the
corner market.
PRICE
22. The wounded soldier was given some morphine to _______________ the pain. DIE
23. She couldnt refrain herself from the feeling of _______________ at the way he
behaved.
EASY
24. There remain a number of _______________ in Vietnams education today.
ADEQUATE
25. Such crimes were _______________ in Vietnam when life was simple and parents
spent more time taking care of their offspring.
PRECEDE
26. Its vital that producers seek to meet _______________ demands of consumers to
make good profits.
FULFIL
27. His parents are very worried about his _______________ and lack of confidence.
AIM
28. Many people _______________ that Gone with the Wind is one of the greatest films
ever made.
OPINION
29. Everybody was marvelled at the _______________ of the company, which was on the
brink of bankruptcy 5 years ago.
BIRTH
30. A _______________ man is always highly appreciated by other people.
MAKE

PART THREE
For questions 3145, complete the sentences with the suitable particles. There is an example at the
beginning (0).
0. Is that the best idea you can come ____up with____?
31. This is a maximum security prison. Nobody has ever broken ____________ here.
32. Stop wasting your time. The whole situation calls ____________ an immediate
response that could bring more decisive effects.
33. Running ____________ your work mates certainly doesnt influence the atmosphere
in the office in any positive way, so I expect you to stop doing that from now on.
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34. Go ____________ pressing Eddie and hell agree to your request, for sure.
35. Hardly anyone would have thought that the boxing champion would give
____________ after the first round.
36. How are they going to make ____________ the time they wasted playing cards
yesterday?
37. My daughter has been asked ____________ to a restaurant by the tall gentleman for
the second time this week.
38. The construction is very light and the materials are pretty cheap. The agent claims
the house can be put ____________ within three months.
39. I like this photograph so much that Im going to have it blown ____________.
40. As far as I know, the ideology of the party doesnt quite appeal to him and thats
why hes thinking of dropping ____________ its ranks.
41. The news about Sues pregnancy leaked ____________ quickly despite her efforts to
keep secret.
42. He is not a very outspoken person, so we may find it hard to sound ____________
his opinions.
43. I cant stop thinking theres something more that the scheme needs to come
____________.
44. Peter used to be fond of collecting mascots, but after his military service he grew
____________ the hobby.
45. Dont think you can change his approach, hes too stubborn to be brought
____________.

PART FOUR
For questions 46-55, identify and underline 10 errors in the following passage and correct them.
Write the correction in the spaces provided. There is an example at the beginning (0).
A newspaper makes its money from the price people pay for it and also from the
advertisings it carries. A popular newspaper with a circulation of over five millions daily
makes a lot of money. Less serious newspapers are probably reading just for
entertainment. They have big headings above the new stories, funny cartoons to look up
and sensational photos of violence. The gossip columns are full of stories of private live
of famous people. No one takes the political views of such papers serious. On the other
hand, in a free country where there is no censorship, serious papers are read principle
for their news, sent to them by its correspondents round the world and by the big news
agencies. People also read these papers for their revisions of new books, films and plays
and for their editorials what represent the opinion of the newspaper itself about the
important events and issue of the moment.
(0)___advertising___
46. ___________ 47. ___________ 48. ___________ 49. ___________ 50. ___________
51. ___________ 52. ___________ 53. ___________ 54. ___________ 55. ___________

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PART FIVE
For questions 5667, read the text below and then decide which word (A, B, C or D) best fits each
space. Circle the correct answer. The exercise begins with an example (0).
A GREAT COMPOSER
The classical composer Ernst Hoffsberger, who passed (0)____C____ earlier this week,
truly (56)_________ the world of contemporary classical music and was a great
(57)_________ of inspiration to a whole generation of (58)________ young artists in
various fields. In many ways his three symphonies completely (59)_________ the
achievements of all other composers of the late twentieth century and by (60)________
the classical genre with jazz, rock and latterly hip-hop, his work at times bore little
(61)_________ to what is commonly considered to be a classical sound.
Born in California just after the Second World War, Hoffsberger had a strict religious
(62)________ during which he was taught classical piano by his father. He first found
work as a(n) (63)_________ journalist, playing and composing music in his free time.
During the late sixties, he worked together in (64)_________ with a number of other
amateur musicians before finally (65)__________ professional with the first public
performance of his inspirational Tenor Sax Concerto in 1971.
From then on, throughout the seventies and eighties, each new work seemed to
(66)_________ the limits of the orchestral medium and also helped to bring classical
music to a wider audience. What many people consider Hoffsbergers defining quality
that kept his music fresh and original was that he never lost the human (67)_________
which gave him the ability to sit down and jam with musicians and artists from all walks
of life.
0.
56.
57.
58.
59.
60.
61.
62.
63.
64.
65.
66.
67.

A down
A revolutionised
A form
A branching
A overcame
A adjoining
A similarity
A family
A non-contract
A collaboration
A taking
A overpass
A touch

B up
C away
D over
B restored
C renovated
D refurbished
B kind
C source
D outlet
B budding
C blooming
D bursting
B overshadowed C overturned
D overwhelmed
B attaching
C co-joining
D fusing
B familiarity
C resemblance
D identification
B background
C childhood
D upbringing
B off-the-books
C freelance
D odd-job
B combination
C coordination
D contribution
B getting
C making
D turning
B bypass
C surpass
D encompass
B feeling
C contact
D aspect

PART SIX
For questions 6879, complete the following article by writing the correct word in each space. Use
only one word for each space. There is an example at the beginning (0).
ART
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Art (0)___has___ always been a controversial topic of conversation and is a subject

which is sure to raise many an argument.
Whether you have a passion (68)_____________ sculpture or are crazy
(69)_____________ abstract art, we have to agree that there is a place for all genres. One
of the most controversial artists of our time is the French performance artist, Orlan. She
(70)_____________ a scandal with her first work, The Kiss of the Artist, in which she
sold kisses to the audience, and (71)_____________ actually fired from her teaching job
as a direct result of this. Once she got a taste (72)_____________ shocking the public,
though, there was no stopping her and she often found herself in
(73)_____________ water following one of her exhibitions.
Abstract art is often not thought of as proper art and sometimes its hard to tell if
a painting is either upside (74)_____________ or the wrong way (75)_____________.
However, art doesnt always have to be controversial or cutting edge. Many people take
(76)_____________ art as a hobby and a way of relaxing. Self expression is a form of
relaxation and many people believe that once you (77)_____________ it a try, you will
never give it (78)_____________. The question is, how can you tell if someone really does
like your painting or whether they are just telling a little (79)_____________ lie?

PART SEVEN
Task 1. You are going to read an article about Convenience Food. Choose from the list (AI) the
sentence, which best summarizes each part (8086) of the article. There is one extra sentence
which you do not need to use. There is an example at the beginning (0).
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
H.
I.

It is worth paying more for less fat.

Convenience food is often not as good as food cooked at home.
Added ingredients may improve convenience products.
Convenience food has some advantages.
Convenience food is usually an expensive alternative.
Convenience products are now available which are claimed to be healthier.
You may often need to serve additional food.
Some convenience products need careful storage and cooking.
There is now a greater choice of convenience food.
CONVENIENCE FOOD

(0). _____I_____
Technological advances have dramatically increased the quality and range of
convenience meals that are now available. Vacuum-packed or frozen pre-cooked meals
ready for the microwave, packets of soup, cake and sauce mixes, instant mashed potato
and frozen peas are just a few of the time-saving foods that many people now rely on.
80. ___________
Although pre-prepared meals save time, they may not always be as nutritious as those
prepared in your own kitchen. This is because each time they are heated they lose some
of their vitamins, and many heat-and-eat meals have already been cooked before they
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are reheated. Convenience food also tends to contain more sugar, salt and fat than most
other food.
81. ___________
However, there are increasing numbers of so-called healthy meals, usually identified
by healthy eating symbols or the manufacturers own brand name for their low-calorie
products. Some labels mention reduced or controlled sodium, but these may still
contain considerable amounts of salt.
82. ___________
A meal in a packet is a useful standby, especially in families who like to eat different
things at different times, and for people who work late. It is often cheaper than a
takeaway and a convenient alternative to cooking from scratch. And it saves on washing
up.
83. ___________
The healthy versions of most pre-prepared dishes are more expensive than their
standard equivalents, but may be a better choice if they are lower in fat. Levels of other
ingredients in the standard and healthy varieties are usually similar.
84. ___________
Although some ready-made foods are sold as complete meals, they are rarely a good
source of vegetables or starchy foods, such as brown rice or a whole meal roll.
85. ___________
Despite the fact that food manufacturers and retailers have improved hygiene and food
safety at many stages of the food chain, pre-cooked foods found in chill cabinets may
still be a source of food poisoning. Consumers should keep and prepare these foods
with great care to prevent the spread of bacteria. This means bringing food home as
soon as possible after purchase, keeping it in a refrigerator or freezer, following
microwave guidelines and making sure food is really hot before eating.
86. ___________
Although many people view additives with suspicion, they have their advantages. Their
presence is often vital if food is not to spoil, and many result in better taste, texture or
colour. All additives are the subject of strict safety checks and allergic reactions are very
rare.
Task 2. Read the text again to find the words or phrases that match the definitions. The first has
been done as an example (0).
0.
quick to prepare
saving..

.time-

87.1.

good for your health and body

..

87.2.

something to be used if necessary

..

88.1.

right from the beginning

..

88.2.

ordinary

..

89.1.

individually-baked portion of bread

..

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89.2.

processes involved in producing meals for sale

..

90.1.

containers for keeping prepared food cool in shops ..

90.2.

advice on use

..

PART EIGHT
For questions 91-100, complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first
sentence, using the word given. Do not change the word given. You must use between 3 and 8
words, including the word given. There is an example at the beginning (0).
0.

You shouldnt go to London for the day because its too far.
GOING
Its not .worth going to London... for the day because its too far.

91. Talking to Jim about the problem is pointless because he wont listen.
USE
Its no . about the problem because he wont
listen.
92. It would be a waste of time to go to the gym after drinking alcohol.
NO
Theres to the gym after drinking
alcohol.
93. Anna didnt like it at all when one of her colleagues got the promotion instead of
her.
RESENTED
Anna the promotion
instead of her.
94. The notion that cosmetic surgery will become the norm seems rather unrealistic to
me.
FAR
The notion that cosmetic surgery will become the norm seems
. to me.
95. The completion of the work was scheduled for last week.
BEEN
The work .. last week.
96. Just thinking about entering the university makes him so happy.
THOUGHT
The .. makes him so happy.
97. Everybody wants Tom to be the MC for such a significant anniversary.
DEMAND
He is .. for such a significant
anniversary.
98. I dont think you mean what you say about helping me.
EARNEST
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I dont think .... helping

me.
99. He decided that a politicians life was not for him and retired early.
CUT
He decided that he .. and
retired early.
100. He declared his disapproval of the bahaviour of his supporters.
IT
He let .. the bahaviour of his
supporters.

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ASSORTED PRACTICE TEST 1

Part one
1 2 3 4
C B B D
Part two
16 speechless
17 Refinery
18 Knowingly
19 Benefactor
20
incurable
Part three
31 out of
32 For
33 down
34 on
35 in

5
B

6
A

7
D

21
22
23
24
25

Overpriced
deaden
unease
inadequacies
Unprecedented

36
37
38
39
40

8
B

Up for
out
Up
Up
Out of

9 10 11 12 13 14 15
D A D D B C D

41
42
43
44
45

26
27
28
29
30

Unfulfilled
aimlessness
Opine
Rebirth
Self-made

out
Out
off
Out of
round

Part four
A newspaper makes its money from the price people pay for it and also from the
advertisings it carries. A popular newspaper with a circulation of over five millions daily
makes a lot of money. Less serious newspapers are probably reading just for
entertainment. They have big headings above the new stories, funny cartoons to look up
and sensational photos of violence. The gossip columns are full of stories of private live
of famous people. No one takes the political views of such papers serious. On the other
hand, in a free country where there is no censorship, serious papers are read principle
for their news, sent to them by its correspondents round the world and by the big news
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agencies. People also read these papers for their revisions of new books, films and plays
and for their editorials what represent the opinion of the newspaper itself about the
important events and issue of the moment.
(0)___advertising___
46. __million__47. ____read____48. ____at____49. ____lives___ 50. __seriously__
51. _principally_52. ___their____53. ___reviews__54. ___which___55.
___issues__
Part five
56 A
59 B
57 C
60 D
58 B
61 C
Part six
68 For
69 About
70 Created

62 D
63 C
64 A

71
72
73

65 D
66 C
67 A

Was
On
Deep

74
75
76

Down
round
Up

77
78
79

Give
up
white

Part seven
80 B
81 F

82
83

87.1 nutritious
87.2 standby

D
A

84
85

88.1 from
scatch
88.2 standard

G
H

86

89.1 whole
meal roll
89.2 food
chain

90.1 Chill
cabinets
90.2 guidelines

Part eight
91 Use talking to Jim
92 no sense/point in going
93 resented one of her colleagues getting
94 rather far fetched
95 was to have been completed
96 Of entering the university very thought of entering the
university
97 in great demand as the MC
98 you are in earnest about
99 Was not cut out for being a politician/was not cut out to be
100 it to be known that he disapproved of

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