Peter: “Would you like a beer?”

Maria: “Not while I’m  ................   ”

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The study of consumer behavior will be repeated in order to ensure the ------- of the results

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Sally's parents were busy working all the time when she was a baby, but her grandparents ___________her with a great deal of love

This part of the country is famous ________ its beautiful landscapes and fine cuisine

__________ he arrived at the bus stop when the bus came.

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The teams _________________ends at half-time so that neither side has an unfair advantage

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Anyone ------ experiences complications with the new software is encouraged to bring this matter to Mr. Gruber's attention in room 210

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The merchandise at Logan's Clothing requires ------ at the beginning of each season

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At this time last year, my sister ______ a new car.

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This is the second time in a row that he didn’t show up, and I believe he did it on ______________

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Additional information on _________ financial aid such as grants and scholarships can be obtained from career offices at each university

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The famous painter gifted his most beautiful painting to his wife, saying that it was a ______________ of love and was not for sale

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 old woman claims to converse regularly with him.

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Police are advising ____ away from the building

I had only some money _____

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.

                                                                                        WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR MEMORY

A good memory is often seen as something that comes naturally, and a bad memory as something that cannot be changed, but actually (31)_________is a lot that you can do to improve your memory.

We all remember the things we are interested in and forget the ones that bore us. This no doubt explains the reason (32)_________schoolboys remember football results effortlessly but struggle with dates from their history lessons! Take an active interest in what you want to remember, and focus on it (33)_________. One way to make yourself more interested is to ask questions - the more the better!

Physical exercise is also important for your memory, because it increases your heart (34)_________  and sends more oxygen to your brain, and that makes your memory work better. Exercise also reduces stress, which is very bad for the memory.

The old saying that —eating fish makes you brainy— may be true after all. Scientists have discovered that the fats (35)_________in fish like tuna, sardines and salmon — as well as in olive oil — help to improve the memory. Vitamin-rich fruits such as oranges, strawberries and red grapes are all good brain food, too.

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Crane operators must check that all moving parts of the machine are fastened ------- before use

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I ____________ my homework for two hours, but I _____________ yet

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It is a necessary procedure ------- your personal information in this security database to ensure safe online banking

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Henry was packing the suitcases while his wife _________ the room

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At the Morrighan Hotel, addressing customer feedback is of ------ importance