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:

Are you looking for a temporary or a permanent job?

 

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You got here in the nick of _________ - we're just about to start the show

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 31 to 35.

Library is a collection of books and other informational materials made available to people for reading, study, or reference. The word library comes (31)_________liber; the Latin word for "book". (32)_________, library collections have almost always contained a variety of materials. Contemporary libraries maintain collections that include not only printed materials such as manuscripts, books, newspapers, and magazines, (33)_________audio visual and online databases. In addition (34)_________ maintaining collections within library buildings, modern libraries often feature tele-communications links that provide users with access to information at remote sites.

The central mission of a library (35)_________to collect, organize, preserve, and provide access to knowledge and information. In fulfilling this mission, libraries preserve a valuable record of culture that can be passed down to succeeding generations.

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My horoscope says that I __________________ an old friend this week

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She tried to __________ my confidence by telling me that I had a special talent

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Do you think I'll be able to __________ my goal of losing five kilos before the summer?

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The spreadsheet ------- data on retail sales  during the fourth quarter is attached

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I'm giving you a mild sedative to help you calm down—it should _________ in about an hour

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Since becoming the chief executive officer three years ago, Ms. Cotton ------- domestic sales to be an area in which the firm must improve

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Police said the thieves were obviously well acquainted ________________ the alarm system at the department store

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According to hiring practices all applicants should be judged fairly regardless __________ their race or ethnicity

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Be aware that candidates ------- applications are incomplete will not be considered for an interview

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The balance between print and online ____________ has shifted substantially in recent years

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You really shouldn't boast ____ your success ____ other people on social media.

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The ceiling fan in this room doesn’t look very safe. It looks as if it _________ down

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

The notice should be put in the most conspicuous place so that all the students can be well informed.

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He bought _______furniture for her new apartment which she has bought recently

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Marry ____________(wait) in the lobby, wasn’t she?

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

The repeated commercials on TV distract many viewers from watching their favorite films.

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The Marketing Department ------ several new campaigns designed to increase sales last year

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The mayor applauded the Wilton Clinic ------- its leadership in promoting the city’s public health programs