VOCABULARY 1

Choose the word from the alternatives that has the same meaning as the underlined word. 1) A middle-aged banker has been arrested for violent conduct on a train. a) behaviour b) courage c) murder d) quarrel

2) The government is seeking support from teachers for its latest education reforms. a) catching up b) looking for c) looking like d) sorting out

3) People are moving to other areas in pursuit of work. a) anticipation b) expectation c) search d) target

4) After 74 days of battle, the army surrendered to the British. a) resolved b) struggled c) succumbed d) withstood

5) Selling alcohol to people under 21 is prohibited. a) banned b) disapproved c) endorsed d) volunteered

6) They searched my house but couldn't find anything to incriminate me. a) blame b) confine c) imprison d) incarcerate

7) A reasonable proficiency in English is a prerequisite for the course in this school. a) condition b) necessity c) probability d) willingness

8) Relocating the airport to Minnesota will give an economic boost to the region. a) Constructing b) Installing c) Moving d) Recalling

9) Students who feel free enjoy learning and often engage in classroom discussions. a) activate b) administer c) contribute d) join

10) People are born and raised within one country, without considering the question of choice. a) gathered b) humiliated c) permitted d) reared