– Mary: “That’s a very nice skirt you’re wearing.”

–Julia”                  ”

It helps them acquire the skills that make life more interesting and enjoyable, _____ the skills needed to participate in a sport, paint a picture, or play a musical instrument.

Choose the best answer:

The only thing your brother ....... now is trying to pass the exam.

Stress is important. We all need a certain amount of it in order to (1)____fulfilling lives. However, if we have too much of it, it can have the opposite effect. Some people can tolerate greater (2) _____of stress than others, but most of us will (3)____at some time in our lives. It is, (4)____, a good idea to learn a few stress management techniques. Identifying the cause of the problem we have, so that we can (5)_____it more effectively, is one of the first steps towards reducing stress. The second thing is talking to a person you can trust, who will listen and, if necessary, give you some positive advice. Not only are smoking and drinking (6)____ to our health, they actually increase stress (7)____ than reduce it. So, next time you want to relax, instead of reaching for that glass of wine or a cigarette, have a warm bath or go for a walk. Walking has more than health (8)______. It helps you think more clearly, (9)______. Pets have calming influences on us, unless they make noise which irritates us. In fact, unwanted noises should be avoided as far as possible. On the other hand, laughter is one of the best ways to make yourself feel (10) _______better.
(3).......................

The man got out the car , .......................round to the back and opened the boot. 

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions:

The shop assistant was totally bewildered by the customer’s behavior.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions: 

Feel free to bring along your significant other to the party.

Freya Stark (1893- 1993) was an extraordinary woman who ventured into (1) ____ areas where few Europeans had ever (2) ____ foot. Born in Paris, brought up in Italy, and educated in London, she was already multilingual before deciding to learn Arabic (3) ____ the end of 30. She traveled (4)____ through Greece, Italy and Cyprus. However, her passion was for exploring ancient lands of the Middle East. She was determined to make contact with the tribes that populated the area before their traditional (5) ____ of life vanished forever. She led expeditions into the most dangerous areas and despite the risks (she was even thrown into a military prison on one occasion), she always returned safe and (6) ____. During her travels, she completed a (7) ______ across the Valley of the Assassins, famous not only for its rough terrain but (8) ____ for its murderous inhabitants, and followed in the (9)___ of Alexander, the Great. In her long career she produced maps, discovered lost cities, and worked as a spy and propagandist, although it is as a travel writer that she is best remembered. She died at the age of 100, (10) ________most women of her generation in more ways than one.
(4).........................

Among ASEAN's _______ greatest challenges are the integration of market diversity and the transitional economies of its member countries

The high rate of inflation obviously puts a great strain _________the majority of working families.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions: 

Indifferent to hunting or wrestling or drinking, Bill, who likes to read, is thoughtful and gentle.

A.    B. C. D. 

His parents' __________ made him work harder. 

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I don’t like that boy because there is a ...... look on his face.

Choose the best answer from the four options given (A, B, C, or D) to complete each sentence.

Many of the older buildings in this area have been torn down to make room for the_____ of the highway.

The ASEAN Security Community (ASC)aims to ensure that countries in the region live at _______ with one another and in a democratic and harmonious environment

Choose the best answer from the four options given (A, B, C, or D) to complete each sentence.

We have in stock the style of folders you requested, but you did not specify a color on the  order form. We currently carry the Pro Stock Hanging File Folder in black, navy blue,  light green, and orange. 

If you could please get back to me with your -------- before the end of the day today, I  will make sure that your order is processed in time for delivery by the end of the week.

Choose the best answer:

He offered ....... the bag for me.

Choose the best answer A, B, C or D that best completes each sentence: The new treaty ……  a free trade zone.

The stock market has risen ……….in the last six months and now is a good time to invest.

Choose the best answer A, B, C or D that best completes each sentence: It is _____ to fail a difficult exam than not to take it at all.

The Malaysian unit of __________ is the Ringgit.