- I have caught a cold.

You  ..............   the windows open last night. It was very cold outside.

Choose the best answer among A, B, C or D that best completes each sentence:  “How did that window….. ?” “I don’t know.”

Every country has its (1) _________ traditions, some of which have existed for centuries. In my opinion, we should do everything possible to preserve them.
Some people think that in today's high-tech world traditional celebrations are too old-fashioned and (2) _________ to our lives. However, (3) _________ such as Carnival, are important, as they bring communities together and make us think about other people and not just computers. 
(4) _________ argument against traditional festivals is that they are expensive to organise. To some extent this is true, particularly when there are firework (5) _________ or parades. On the other hand, it is a small price to pay for brightening up our lives with entertainment and colour. (6) _________, celebrations like the 'Fallas' in my home town of Valencia (7) _________ many tourists and their money.
Finally, although I agree that some traditional customs (8) _________ their original significance, they can provide an opportunity for us to learn about our past. For example, Bonfire Night teaches British children about a particular period of their country's history.
To conclude, traditional celebrations are (9) _________ great pleasure and interest, and they are certainly (10) _________ keeping.
(4)...............

I suggest that Frank _______the instructions carefully before playing that game.

One condition of this job is that you must be  .................. to work at weekends.

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: 

Although they had never met before the party, Jim and Jane felt strong affinity to each other.

Choose the best answer:
In times of war, the Red Cross is dedicated to reducing the sufferings of wounded soldiers, civilians, and prisoners of war.

In the UK approximately 40% of school leavers go on  .................   at university, compared with 8% in the early 19805.

Identify the error in each sentence: The tree that was struck by (A) lightning had been (B) the tallest of (C) the two trees we had (D) in the yard.

Every country has its (1) _________ traditions, some of which have existed for centuries. In my opinion, we should do everything possible to preserve them.
Some people think that in today's high-tech world traditional celebrations are too old-fashioned and (2) _________ to our lives. However, (3) _________ such as Carnival, are important, as they bring communities together and make us think about other people and not just computers. 
(4) _________ argument against traditional festivals is that they are expensive to organise. To some extent this is true, particularly when there are firework (5) _________ or parades. On the other hand, it is a small price to pay for brightening up our lives with entertainment and colour. (6) _________, celebrations like the 'Fallas' in my home town of Valencia (7) _________ many tourists and their money.
Finally, although I agree that some traditional customs (8) _________ their original significance, they can provide an opportunity for us to learn about our past. For example, Bonfire Night teaches British children about a particular period of their country's history.
To conclude, traditional celebrations are (9) _________ great pleasure and interest, and they are certainly (10) _________ keeping.
(10)...............

There will be a cherry blossom festival at the park tomorrow; you  .............   spend your day there if you have nothing to do.

Choose the correct option:

A water polo team _____________ seven players, six swimmers and a goalie.

The Ravens ________ by a field goal in the last minute of the game.

........... he only started learning English last year, Henry can now speak it like a native.

I ______a small fortune when my uncle died but I managed to squander most of it. I’m ashamed to say.

The prices at the restaurant across the road have __________ twice already this year - soon, I won’t be able to afford to eat there. 

Look at the …...! Rain Bi looks so handsome. 

The elaborate bridal costumes of the coastal Indians are ................... from mother to daughter.

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 dog saw his reflection in the pool of water.

The meeting was ____________, and all left satisfied. 

It's very crowded here. I wish there _    so many people.