You are on page 1of 128

051

1. I will allow my son to go to town. What will I do?


a. permit him to go
b. make him stay home
c. let him play at home
d. help him study his lessons

2. What number is between 15 and 17?


a. sixteen
b. eighteen
c. nineteen
d. fourteen

3. This pencil is like that one.


a. One pencil is better.
b. One pencil is smaller.
c. The pencils are similar.
d. The pencils aren’t the same.

4. You can store food in a refrigerator.


a. Food may be bought a store.
b. Food may be kept in a refrigerator.
c. Food stores buy refrigerators.
d. You can buy it at the food store.

5. Jim went to town yesterday with his friend to buy a pair of shoes. Where did he go?
a. yesterday
b. to town
c. with his friend
d. Jim did

6. Henry went to the snack bar. Why did he go there?


a. He went there to dance.
b. He went there to eat.
c. He went there to sleep.
d. He went there to play games.

7. Jim wants to clean up. What does he want to do?


a. eat
b. exercise
c. wash
d. sleep

8. He was a passenger on that bus.


a. He cleaned it.
b. He worked on it.
c. He polished it.
d. He rode on it.
9. This machine is automatic.
a. It is operated manually.
b. It works by itself.
c. It makes too much noise.
d. It is a part of a car.

10. Tom said, “ This shirt cost ten ninety-eight.” What was Tom talking about?
a. the size of the shirt
b. the number of shirts
c. the quality of the shirt
d. the price of the shirt

11. Rose Allen broke her mirror.


She couldn’t .
a. talk to anyone
b. read her book
c. see herself
d. tell time

12. These two wires should not come in contact with each other.
a. They should not touch.
b. They should not be different.
c. They should not be used.
d. They are not the same size.

13. Lt. Small said, “I left as soon as the meeting broke up.” When did he leave?
a. during the meeting
b. before the meeting
c. when the meeting ended
d. at the start of the meeting

14. Albert quit working after sunset. When did he stop?


a. after sitting down
b. after the sun went down
c. before the sun came up
d. during sunrise

15. John and Mary had an argument. What did they have?
a. a difference of opinion
b. a party
c. a long way to go
d. an understanding

16. Tom said that the classroom was available. What did Tom say about the classroom?
a. It was the right size.
b. It was too large.
c. It was ready for use.
d. It was being used.

17. Mr. Jones tried out the car on the highway. What did he do?
a. He rented it.
b. He tested it.
c. He bought it.
d. He lent it.
18. Tom isn’t in the class because he has been sick for two weeks.
a. Tom is now in class.
b. Tom has been in class for two weeks.
c. Tom is ill.
d. Tom is in good health.

19. Tom told the clerk, “I want a pack of cigarettes.”


a. James needed some matches.
b. James will buy some cigarettes.
c. James wants to see some cigarettes.
d. James saw some cigarettes in a package.

20. That street is very straight.


a. It has no curves.
b. It is long.
c. It is not very wide.
d. It has many stores.

21. Lt. Lee sent his sister a letter.


a. He mailed a letter.
b. His sister gave him a letter.
c. He didn’t write a letter.
d. He called his sister.

22. Corporal Harris has great respect for his officers.


a. He dislikes them very much.
b. He makes them unhappy.
c. He has great trouble working with them.
d. He has a high regard for them.

23. You should never skip class.


a. You shouldn’t miss class.
b. You shouldn’t be in class today.
c. You shouldn’t attend class.
d. You should never go to class.

24. Stick to your studies.


a. Avoid your studies.
b. Continue your studies.
c. Cancel your studies.
d. Drop your studies.

25. John will entertain the visitors.


a. John will examine the visitors.
b. John will amuse the visitors.
c. John will turn away the visitors.
d. John will frighten the visitors.

26. Tom said, “These apples are spoiled.” What did he say about the apples?
a. The apples are not good.
b. The apples are good.
c. The apples are pretty.
d. The apples are small.

27. The dust is all over the room. Where is the dust?
a. There’s no dust in the room.
b. There’s dust everywhere in the room.
c. There’s only a little dust in the room
d. There’s dust outside the room.

28. Ted collected the students’ papers in sequence.


a. He collected them in anger.
b. He collected them in advance.
c. He collected them in order.
d. He collected them in a box.

29. Bill and David want to take a walk after dinner. What do they want to do after dinner?
a. walk for exercise
b. walk from the BQQ to class
c. take a long hike
d. drill after dinner

30. The instructor said, “I can hardly hear you.” What did the instructor mean?
a. You are speaking too loudly.
b. You are not speaking.
c. You are speaking roughly.
d. You are not speaking loud enough.

31. Can you start a fire with two stones?


a. Can you heat the stones?
b. Can you make the fire hotter?
c. Can you light a fire with the stones?
d. Can the heat burn the stones?

32. They walk through a dense forest. What kind of forest was it?
a. There were many trees close together.
b. It was high up in the mountains.
c. It was far away from everything.
d. There were few animals living there.

33. Joe doesn’t like to go to the movies alone.


a. Joe dislikes the movies.
b. Joe prefers going to the movies by himself.
c. Joe wants company when he goes to the movies.
d. Joe doesn’t like to go to long movies.

34. These shoes are worn out. What should I do with them?
a. polish them
b. put laces in them
c. throw them away
d. get them stretched

35. The meat was too rare.


a. It was very delicious.
b. It was too tough.
c. It was not cooked enough.
d. It was well-cooked.

36. She will be thirsty when she comes home.


a. She will want some rest.
b. She will want a bath.
c. She will want some water.
d. She will want some food.

37. John usually goes to bed at 11 o’clock.


a. He normally goes to bed at eleven.
b. He always goes to bed at eleven.
c. He never goes to bed at eleven.
d. He seldom goes to bed at eleven.

38. It takes 15 minutes to record the tape.


a. The recording will start in 15 minutes.
b. The recording is 15 minutes long.
c. The tape speed is 15 feet per minute.
d. The tape recorder can be used in 15 minutes.

39. The weather report indicates no precipitation for today.


a. The sun will not shine.
b. It will rain today.
c. There will be no clouds today.
d. It will not rain today.

40. Mrs. Conner furnished all the food for the graduation party.
a. She ate it.
b. She preserved it.
c. She saw it.
d. She provided it.

41. I saw the man sinking.


a. I saw him walking.
b. I saw him going down.
c. I saw him running.
d. I saw him drinking.

42. Today’s lecture ought to be heard by everybody.


a. Everybody should hear today’s lecture.
b. Everybody needn’t hear today’s lecture.
c. Everybody has heard the lecture today.
d. The lecture will be delivered by everybody.

43. The supermarket is out of fruit.


a. It is stocked up.
b. There isn’t anymore.
c. There is a lot of fruit.
d. It is never empty.
44. What is the function of this switch?
a. It’s only a very small part.
b. It’s used only once a day.
c. It’s electrical.
d. It’s used to turn on the motor.

45. The plane is approaching the airport.


a. It is getting closer to the airport.
b. It is taking off from the airport.
c. It is circling the airport.
d. It is over the airport.

46. The doctor wants to check John’s pulse. What does the doctor want to check?
a. his fever
b. his throat
c. his ears
d. his heartbeat

47. Tom will lend you some money.


a. Tom needs to borrow some money.
b. You can borrow money from Tom.
c. Tom will send for some money.
d. Tom left his money in the bank.

48. Mrs. Smith didn’t meet the captain.


a. She doesn’t like him.
b. She doesn’t want to see him.
c. She doesn’t want to wait for him.
d. She doesn’t know him.

49. How long does it take to go from San Antonia to Chicago?


a. by bus, car, train, or plane
b. It’s about 1100 miles.
c. It’s a long distance between them.
d. about a day and a half by car.

50. Be sure you watch carefully before you drive onto the highway.
a. Be sure to look at your watch.
b. Be sure to get off the road.
c. Be sure to look around.
d. Be sure to take care of the car.

51. The soldier worked in transportation and supply. What did his job involved?
a. logistics
b. personnel
c. administration
d. statistics

52. Harry was told to attend the class. What did he have to do?
a. go to class
b. leave the class
c. pay attention in class
d. wait for class to start

53. Why did the welder use goggles?


a. to protect his feet
b. to protect his hands
c. to protect his hearing
d. to protect his sight

54. The enemy gave up to the superior forces. What did the enemy do?
a. defended
b. attacked
c. surrendered
d. counterattacked

55. The medicine is for external use.


a. The medicine is not meant to be eaten.
b. The medicine is not meant to be used often.
c. Only a doctor can prescribe the medicine.
d. The medicine has a bad odor.

56. Ted said he would have a bit more. How much did he want?
a. a lot more
b. no more
c. a few more
d. a little more

57. W: What did you buy?


M: Some clothes.
Q: What did the man buy?
a. something to eat
b. something to wear
c. something to drink
d. something to smoke

58. W: Why are you going away?


M: For recreation.
Q: Why is the man going away?
a. to relax and enjoy himself
b. to buy a new house
c. to take care of some business
d. to look for a job

59. W: Are you going to give that book away?


M: No, I want to sell it.
Q: What did the man say?
a. He wants to keep the book.
b. He wants to give the book to someone.
c. He wants to return the book.
d. He wants to get money for the book.
60. M: Where can I buy a money order?
W: Down at the post office.
Q: What did the man want to buy?
a. letters
b. a money order
c. a post office
d. stamps

61. W: What does Billy want?


M: A blanket.
Q: Why does Billy want a blanket?
a. He’s hungry
b. He’s thirsty.
c. He’s cold.
d. He’s hurt.

62. W: George doesn’t know when the plane leaves. M:


Neither do I.
Q: What does the man say?
a. He doesn’t know George.
b. He won’t leave on the plane.
c. He doesn’t know when it leaves.
d. He knows when it leaves.

63. W: What caused the engine to fail?


M: It fails because of poor maintenance. Q:
What did the man blame the failure on?
a. low grade fuel
b. rough roads
c. improper care
d. proper lubrication

64. M: What do you want to know?


W: The purpose of all this.
Q: What does the woman want to know?
a. She wants to know the cost.
b. She wants to know the cause.
c. She wants to know the answer.
d. She wants to know the reason.

65. M: Can you meet me at the restaurant, Mary? W:


Yes. It is a very convenient place.
Q: Why will they meet at the restaurant?
a. Mary can go there very easily.
b. It’s a good place to eat.
c. Not many people go there.
d. Mary has never been there before.

66. M: Where is everybody?


W: Oh, didn’t you know? The meeting occurred yesterday.
Q: What did the woman say about the meeting?
a. It took place the day before.
b. It was planned the day before.
c. It was not cancelled the day before.
d. It did not end the day before.

67. Bill, the cafeteria is straight ahead. I mean that it is .


a. around the corner
b. in front of you
c. in an old building
d. a good place to eat

68. A pharmacist is a .
a. doctor
b. dentist
c. farmer
d. druggist

69. A thermostat maintains and the room temperature.


a. regulates
b. causes
c. requires
d. installs

70. Mr. Clark for that company for ten years.


a. is working
b. been working
c. has been working
d. is being worked

71. I see the girl. Jake also.


a. see it
b. sees her
c. say him
d. seen me

72. I have to finish this job before I can go home.


a. I want to finish the job.
b. I should finish the job.
c. I might finish the job.
d. I must finish the job.

73. People have known about magnets for many centuries.


a. uses in science
b. people to buy them
c. countries that produce them
d. hundreds of years
74. John saw the accident. The accident by John.

a. is seen
b. seeing
c. had seen
d. was seen

75. Note taking is .


a. writing only the main points
b. carrying messages from one place to another
c. completing short sentences
d. formal English writing

76. Most of our woodlands are natural forests. They are .


a. not very dark
b. not planted by man
c. campgrounds
d. cultivated

77. The repair job was complex.


a. easy
b. not completed
c. complicated
d. completed

78. The electrician performed his job well.


a. liked
b. got
c. did
d. ignored

79. This is how it actually happened.


a. supposedly
b. probably
c. really
d. mistakenly

80. The class was bored with the movie. They were .
a. glad to be there
b. happy to see it
c. not interested in it
d. confused with it

81. Do you want me the letter?


a. do mail
b. for mail
c. mailing
d. to mail

82. His favorite sport is .


a. swim
b. swimming
c. for swimming
d. on swimming

83. Select the correct sentence.


a. I’ll later have coffee, please.
b. I’ll have later coffee, please.
c. I’ll have coffee later, please.
d. Please, coffee later I’ll have.

84. They work in the classroom.


a. good
b. well
c. slow
d. careful

85. The story should be condensed before publication.


a. corrected
b. checked
c. shortened
d. retyped

86. You will learn more if you attention.


a. make
b. have
c. do
d. pay

87. The students who are waiting outside come in now.


a. can
b. would
c. may have
d. had

88. I glanced at my watch and realized .


a. it was that time for class
b. it that time was for class
c. that it was time for class
d. for that time it was class

89. Aerospace history is the story of man’s effort to improve his transportation and knowledge.
Orville and Wilbur Wright were the first to prove man could make controlled, mechanically
powered flights. Charles Lindbergh proved the practicality of private flying by flying across the
Atlantic alone in a single-engine plane. Today, plans are being made to send astronauts to Mars.

According to this paragraph, these accomplishments have .


a. been done entirely by the Wright brothers
b. had little significance in aerospace history
c. caused people to lose interest in space travel
d. increased man’s ability to travel farther and faster
90. There is nothing but empty space above the atmosphere. This condition can be called .
a. a breeze

b. atmospheric pressure
c. air layers
d. a vacuum

91. You should go on sick call right away. You should .


a. go to the right
b. go at once
c. walk straight
d. run away

92. Isn’t the test by the instructor?


a. gave
b. to give
c. be given
d. given

93. The plane carried cargo.


a. radar
b. freight
c. landing gear
d. nothing

94. Do you go to the city library?


a. how
b. can
c. ever
d. never

95. Only people from the upper of the company were there.
a. entrance
b. stage
c. echelon
d. place

96. I don’t remember that song, but I have heard it before.


a. can
b. will
c. would
d. might

97. We are going to have a meeting at noon. Can you ?


a. make it
b. do it
c. succeed it
d. go it

98. The National Honor Society is an American organization for high school boys and girls.
Members are selected on the basis of scholarship, leadership, citizenship, service, and character.
According to this paragraph, .
a. all high school students are members of this society
b. membership in this society is determined mainly by educational achievement
c. high school students can become members automatically
d. several factors are considered in selection students for this society

99. that a hurricane was headed towards the coast, the honeymooners were forced to change
their final destination.
a. For the purpose
b. In the event
c. In the hope
d. Due to the fact

100. The recurrent bad weather does not well for the timely completion of the stadium.
a. predict
b. prognosticate
c. augur
d. foretell

052.

1. The new student is nervous about the test.


a. The test doesn’t bother him.
b. He is happy about the test.
c. He thinks the test is easy.
d. He is worried about the test.

2. The instructor placed the book on the table.


a. He found it there.
b. He put it there.
c. He took it from there.
d. He looked for it there.
3. Mr. Richards employs a lot of people.
a. A lot of people work for Mr. Richards.
b. A lot of people live with Mr. Richards.

c. A lot of people agree with Mr. Richards.


d. A lot of people listen to Mr. Richards.

4. Most accidents take place in heavy traffic.


a. Accidents happen at yellow lights.
b. Accidents occur when there are many cars.
c. Accidents are cut down during the night.
d. Accidents increase when the light are red.

5. Bill arrived at the lab just in time.


a. He was late to lab.
b. He arrived at the lab early.
c. He arrived late.
d. He arrived at the exact time.

6. Which of these is part of a person’s face?


a. fingers
b. ribs
c. eyes
d. knees

7. What is the capacity of this water tank?


a. 4 feet
b. 6 pounds
c. 20 gallons
d. 3 dollars

8. Jim wants to clean up. What does he want to do?


a. eat
b. exercise
c. wash
d. sleep

9. Tom said, “Sometimes I eat out.” Where did sometimes Tom have his meals?
a. at home
b. in a restaurant
c. in bad
d. in the kitchen

10. Telephone bills are paid monthly.


a. They are paid in the same amount.
b. They are paid every month.
c. They are not usually paid by the month.
d. They should be paid promptly.

11. Why was the school closed today?


a. because we had a test
b. because it was a holiday
c. because the weather was nice
d. because we had some homework
12. Lt. Edwards went to a party. Where did he go?
a. to his place of work
b. to a social gathering

c. to a baseball game
d. to another part of town

13. He tried to avoid the accident. What did he try to do?


a. cause the accident
b. record the accident
c. get neat the accident
d. keep away from the accident

14. John and Mary had an argument. What did they have?
a. a difference of opinion
b. a party
c. a long way to go
d. an understanding

15. The container in the closet is marked flammable. What’s in it?


a. some clothes
b. a fireproof liquid
c. something that burns easily
d. a liquid with a bad smell

16. Tom is not in class because he has been sick for two weeks.
a. Tom is now in class.
b. Tom has been in class for two weeks.
c. Tom is ill.
d. Tom is in good health.

17. Suzan needs another blanket.


a. She is angry.
b. She is cold.
c. She is hungry.
d. She is blind.

18. Mary looks like her mother.


a. She looks after her mother.
b. She is looking for her mother.
c. She resembles her mother.
d. She is fond of her mother.

19. I would rather have tea.


a. I dislike tea.
b. I prefer to tea.
c. I prefer tea.
d. My tea is rather hot.

20. His work is known for its quality.


a. He does not have much work.
b. He does not like to work.
c. His work is good.
d. His work is late.

21. My car is out of order.


a. It’s won’t run.
b. It will go very fast.
c. I keep it outside at night.
d. I have bought a new one.

22. Take your time.


a. Don’t hurry.
b. Look at your watch.
c. Come now.
d. Begin immediately.

23. The organization set up a training schedule.


a. A schedule was lost.
b. A schedule was destroyed.
c. A schedule was found.
d. A schedule was established.

24. Stick to your studies.


a. Avoid your studies.
b. Continue your studies.
c. Cancel your studies.
d. Drop your studies.

25. The air we breathe is invisible.


a. It is impure.
b. It can’t be seen.
c. It is fresh.
d. It can’t be changed.

26. John will entertain the visitors.


a. John will examine the visitors.
b. John will amuse the visitors.
c. John will turn away the visitors.
d. John will frighten the visitors.

27. This box is easy to lift because it is so light.


a. The box is not heavy.
b. It has a handle.
c. The box is not hard.
d. The light is on.

28. The instructor was illustrating the new method. What was he doing?
a. He was finding fault with it
b. He was supporting it.
c. He was reading and writing about it.
d. He was explaining it with pictures.
29. Mary bought a pair of shoes for four dollars plus twenty cents tax. How much does the shoes cost
without the tax?
a. $4.00
b. $4.20
c. $3.80
d. $3.98

30. This box is made of an alloy. What is it made of?


a. metal
b. pieces
c. a strong new plastic
d. a natural product

31. Tom glanced through the book. What did Tom do?
a. He got it at the store.
b. He read it slowly.
c. He looked for the book.
d. He looked at it quickly.

32. Ann will be trained to do the job. What will happen to Ann?
a. She will teach the job.
b. She will be ordered to do it.
c. She will be tired from the job.
d. She will be taught how to do the job.

33. He is the author of these books.


a. He wrote these books.
b. These books are not his.
c. He didn’t write these books
d. He bought these books.

34. The company hired a lot of people last year.


a. They fired a lot or people.
b. They employed a lot of people
c. The people were retired.
d. The people were promoted.

35. I don’t know weather he will come.


a. I don’t know if he will come.
b. I don’t know why he will come.
c. I don’t know when he will come.
d. I don’t know how the will come.

36. I wish the raining season were over.


a. I wish it would last longer.
b. I wish it would get colder.
c. I wish it would end.
d. I wish it would start.

37. You’d better hurry. It’s sprinkling a little now.


a. It’s getting a little late.
b. It’s beginning to rain.
c. There are a few seats left.
d. It’s sleeting.

38. The soldiers rescued the trapped lieutenant.


a. They surrounded him.
b. They saved him.
c. They located him.
d. The captured him.

39. Roy checked out this morning.


a. He came this morning.
b. He left this morning.
c. He was given some money this morning.
d. He was out of cash this morning.

40. I am running short of cash at present.


a. I have little money now.
b. I have only small bills.
c. I have more money than usual.
d. I have a lot of cash at present.

41. I like my steak well done.


a. I like it cooked medium.
b. I like it raw.
c. I like it hot.
d. I like it cooked thoroughly.

42. Henry, please take charge of the class.


a. Control the class.
b. Leave the class.
c. Study the class.
d. Dismiss the class.

43. It was necessary for my sister to drop out of school.


a. She had to discontinue going to school.
b. She had to leave the room for a few minutes.
c. The bus driver let her off at the school.
d. She lost her school books

44. The supermarket is out of fruit.


a. It is stocked up.
b. There isn’t any more.
c. There is a lot of fruit.
d. It is never empty.

45. Here. Put on this coat.


a. Wear this coat.
b. Hang this coat up.
c. Put this coat down.
d. Buy this coat.

46. John said that Helen might come to visit him. What did John say?.
a. that she would perhaps come to visit him
b. that she must come to visit him
c. that she ought to come to visit him
d. that she’ll visit him by all means

47. It sounds like Jack enjoyed himself at the party.


a. Jack enjoyed the sound at the party.
b. Jack didn’t like sounds at the party.
c. It seems that Jack had a good time.
d. Jack himself didn’t like the party.

48. Mrs. Smith didn’t meet the captain.


a. She doesn’t like him.
b. She doesn’t want to see him.
c. She doesn’t want to wait for him.
d. She doesn’t know him.

49. I am looking forward to meeting him.


a. I can meet him later.
b. I met him before.
c. I am looking for him.
d. I am eager to meet him.

50. The weather was cloudy yesterday morning. But it cleared up last night.
a. The weather go worse yesterday.
b. The clouds went away last night.
c. It was cloudy last night.
d. It was clear yesterday.

51. They fought off a surprise air raid.


a. They thought about it.
b. They bout it.
c. They repelled it.
d. They reserved it.

52. Private Jones was assigned to guard duty.


a. He was told to do guard duty.
b. He was not allowed to do guard duty.
c. He was excused from guard duty.
d. He was ready to do guard duty.

53. Joe went to a sporting goods store to buy a fishing rod.


a. He bought a fishing reel.
b. He bought a piston rod.
c. He bought a storage battery.
d. He bought a fishing pole.

54. The car lost the right front tire. What did the car lose?
a. a bold from the right wheel.
b. the rubber around the wheel.
c. the right front window
d. the right front light
55. The enemy gave up to the superior forces. What did the enemy do?
a. defended

b. attacked
c. surrendered
d. counterattacked

56. Did Anna complain about her trip?


a. Yes, she finished the trip a week ago.
b. Yes, she said she didn’t like the food or the people.
c. No, she went both ways by boat.
d. No, she had many suitcases with her.

57. M: Have you seen my new dog?


W: Yes. He is very nice.
Q: How does the woman feel about the dog?
a. She is afraid of it.
b. She likes it.
c. She wants it.
d. She dislikes it.

58. M: Did John use the interstate highway?


W: Yes, he did.
Q: What was John doing?
a. sailing
b. flying
c. swimming
d. driving

59. W: I am sorry, sir, but you can’t go in.


M: But I have an official pass.
Q: Why does the man think he should be allowed to enter?
a. He is an officer.
b. He works in the building.
c. He has permission from someone in authority.
d. He thinks his reason for entering is very important.

60. W: Doctor, can’t you help us?


M: I am sorry, I can’t. I don’t have my instruments.
Q: What does the doctor need?
a. his nurse
b. his tools
c. his license
d. his medicines

61. W: How are your patients?


M: They are all doing well, except for the man in room 212. Q:
Where does the conversation most likely take place?
a. in a bank
b. in a hospital
c. in a barracks
d. in a hotel
62. W: Did you add those numbers to get a total, Sam?
M: Yes, Mary, but there is a discrepancy between my total and yours. Q:
What do we know about Sam’s total?
a. It is better than Mary’s.
b. It is smaller than Mary’s.
c. It is not the same as Mary’s.
d. It is not as easy as Mary’s to get.

63. W: What’s that?


M: It’s an example of modern art.
W: Yes, but what is it constructed of? Q:
What does she want to know?
a. what it represents
b. what it is made of
c. what it does
d. what it looks like

64. M: Where are the tools?


W: In the back of the store.
Q: Where did she say they are?
a. They are in the rear part of the store.
b. They are outside, behind the store.
c. They are upstairs, in a storage room.
d. They are in the basement of the store.

65. M: May I help you?


W: Yes. I’d like an explanation for this letter. Q:
What does the woman want?
a. a stamp to mail the letter
b. the reason why the letter was written
c. an address for the letter
d. something with which to seal the letter.

66. M: What happened to your coat?


W: It wore out.
Q: What did the woman mean?
a. Her coat got lost.
b. Her coat got stolen.
c. Her coat got dirty.
d. Her coat got old

67. He used caution while driving in the rain. He drove .


a. as usual
b. happily
c. dangerously
d. carefully
68. The man said, “Turn off the faucet.” He wanted us to .
a. let the water run
b. stop the flow of water
c. make the water run more slowly
d. change the faucet

69. The class may go on a picnic tomorrow. It on the weather.


a. determines
b. waits
c. depends
d. relies

70. At noon the sun is directly our heads.


a. by
b. under
c. over
d. before

71. Was Jamie studying when the phone rang?


a. No, she is.
b. No, she was.
c. Yes, she was.
d. Yes, she will.

72. Frank says that they’re English very well now.


a. can speak
b. spoke
c. spoken
d. speaking

73. The blue car drove through the gate ahead of the colonel’s car.
a. to cut in on
b. close to
c. in front of
d. in between

74. A great deal of sulfur is found in Texas.


a. A bargain of
b. Very little
c. A lot of
d. A good grade of

75. The mail clerk didn’t bring packages today.


a. none
b. some
c. no
d. any

76. Jack gave a definite answer to the question. His answer was .
a. happy
b. firm
c. not clear
d. long

77. On the first page of a newspaper, we generally find .


a. the want ads
b. the death notices
c. the editorial section
d. the headlines

78. Hard work accounted for Edison’s success.


a. is not the reason for
b. worked against
c. did not amount to
d. was the reason for

79. I asked him to give me a hand.


a. hold me
b. shake hands
c. help me
d. take charge

80. in one place for such a long time was very uncomfortable.
a. Sitting
b. Sat
c. Sit
d. For sitting

81. Tom had the chair from the office.


a. removes
b. to remove
c. removing
d. removed

82. Was the pilot by the bright lights?


a. confusing
b. confuse
c. confused
d. to confuse

83. The repairman checked the rotation of the fan.


a. installation
b. taking down
c. vibration
d. turning

84. Tom defends himself quite well by .


a. eating a good meal
b. listening closely
c. fighting back
d. taking a rest
85. That steel pipe cannot be bent. It is .
a. rigid
b. artificial
c. soft
d. dirty

86. What does it stand for?


a. make
b. fight
c. represent
d. allow

87. Many people are injured every day on account of carelessness.


a. because of
b. causing
c. doing
d. with

88. you mind opening the door?


a. Could
b. Should
c. Would
d. Might

89. I write him if I knew his address.


a. will
b. would
c. can
d. like

90. She doesn’t mind doing the dishes. She doesn’t .


a. object to it
b. like to
c. want to
d. pay attention to it

91. They already seen that movie.


a. were
b. had
c. having
d. are

92. I glanced at my watch and realized .


a. it was that time for class
b. it that time was for class
c. that it was time for class
d. for that time it was class

93. If you are broke, you .


a. are well-trained
b. should see a doctor
c. have no money
d. prefer soft drinks

94. “To be in debt” means .


a. to be put into prison
b. to owe money
c. to be in a department store
d. to lend money to someone else

95. Henry jotted down the word.


a. He used it in the right way.
b. He repeated it several times.
c. He wrote it on some paper.
d. He saw it in a book.

96. Paul usually works on Friday. Frank.


a. So does
b. Neither does
c. Either does
d. So too

97. Don’t to the movies tonight.


a. going
b. went
c. go
d. to go

98. This chair is similar mine.


a. as
b. from
c. than
d. to

99. Carol: Didn’t that used car you looked at have bad tires? Melinda:
Yes, but it was such a good deal that I bought it them.
a. because of
b. in regard to
c. in spite of
d. in addition to

100. When the continent was first discovered, there were vast tracts of unexplored .
a. districts
b. inhabitants
c. livestock
d. wilderness
053

1. Every six months, Mr. Brown takes his car to a mechanic for an inspection.
a. Mr. Brown wrecks his car every 6 months.
b. Mr. Brown trades his car every 6 months.
c. The mechanic examines Mr. Brown’s car every 6 months.
d. The mechanic repairs Mr. Brown’s car every 6 months.

2. The soldiers had a five-minute break. What did they do?


a. They marched.
b. They rested.
c. They saluted.
d. They worked.

3. The men are going to construct a house. What will they use?
a. powder
b. fuel
c. tools
d. fans

4. This pencil is like that one.


a. One pencil is better.
b. One pencil is smaller.
c. The pencils are similar.
d. The pencils have different lengths.

5. Tom got on a wrong bus yesterday. Jim did, too.


a. Jim rode in two buses.
b. Tom missed the wrong bus yesterday.
c. Both Jim and Tom rode the wrong bus.
d. Jim didn’t get on the wrong bus yesterday.

6. What is the capacity of this water tank?


a. 70 degrees
b. 6 pounds
c. 20 gallons
d. 3 dollars

7. John is going to return from his trip tomorrow. What is he going to do?
a. come back
b. turn around
c. fly there
d. bring back

8. Which of these is a machine?


a. a thermometer
b. a ruler
c. a generator
d. a light bulb

9. Casey had to take three different drugs.


a. He was swimming.
b. He was sick.
c. He was eating.
d. He was alone.

10. Rose Allen broke her mirror.


She couldn’t .
a. talk to anyone
b. read her book
c. see herself
d. tell time

11. Most people like California’s climate. What do they like?


a. the highways
b. the food
c. the weather
d. the cities

12. This student works independently of others. How does he work?


a. with the cooperation of others
b. with no assistance
c. without stopping
d. with consideration for others

13. Since it was so hot, he stayed at home. Why did he remain at home?
a. because of the cold weather
b. because of the work at home
c. because of the heat
d. because of the humidity

14. Mr. Jones usually goes to bed at 12 midnight, but last night he went to bed at 8 o’clock. What
time does Mr. Jones usually go to bed?
a. at midnight
b. at 8 o’clock
c. at 10 o’clock

d. at 12 noon

15. Mr. Jones made a major change in the regulations. What kind of change was it?
a. a small change
b. an important change
c. a timely change
d. a temporary change

16. Miss Brown sits beside me in class. Where does she sit?
a. far from me
b. behind me
c. in front of me
d. next to me

17. Albert quit working after sunset. When did Albert stop?
a. after sitting down
b. after the sun went down
c. before the sun came up
d. during sunrise

18. John and Mary had an argument. What did they have?
a. a difference of opinion
b. a party
c. a long way to go
d. an understanding

19. The man is departing.


a. The man is coming home.
b. The man is having a party.
c. The man is returning.
d. The man is leaving.

20. James told the clerk that he needed a pack of cigarettes.


a. James needed some matches.
b. James will buy some cigarettes.
c. James wants to see some cigarettes.
d. James saw some cigarettes in a package.

21. We have been here just 10 minutes.


a. We have been here only ten minutes.
b. We will be here for only ten minutes.
c. We won’t be here ten minutes.
d. We have to stay over ten minutes.

22. We eat a variety of vegetables every day.


a. We eat different kinds of vegetables daily.
b. We always eat the same vegetables.
c. We eat a vegetable with our meat every day.
d. We only eat one vegetable every day.

23. This wool is cheap.


a. This wool is thick.
b. This wool is dirty.
c. This wool is inexpensive.

d. This wool is light.

24. The drugstore is near the shoe shop.


a. It is inside the shoe shop.
b. It is above the shoe shop.
c. It is far from the shoe shop.
d. It is close to the shoe shop.

25. Ms. Vialobos flies occasionally.


a. She flew only one time.
b. She flies sometimes.
c. She flies frequently.
d. She never flies now.

26. The prisoner will be released from jail today.


a. He will be let out today.
b. He will be put in today.
c. He will stay in jail.
d. He’ll still be in jail in the morning.

27. How were you able to across the Atlantic Ocean in such a short time?
a. for $250.00
b. in the month of May
c. less than ten hours
d. by jet plane

28. What kind of job do you have in mind?


a. I’m quitting a job I don’ t like
b. I’m presently working in a bank.
c. I’m thinking about working in a bank.
d. I’m working at a job I like.

29. Would you like to revise this paper?


a. Yes, I would like to correct it.
b. Yes, I would like to destroy it.
c. Yes, I like the size of the paper.
d. Yes, I bought the paper to use here.

30. One of the many devices used by weathermen is the barometer. What does a barometer
measure?
a. rainfall
b. atmospheric pressure
c. temperature
d. wind velocity

31. The man asked his friend to make up her mind. What did he ask her to do?
a. decide what she wanted
b. think about it
c. not to bother him
d. change her method

32. In a bank, one must be able to identify oneself.


a. One must prove who one is.
b. One must show that one has money.
c. One must write a check.
d. One must show the writer of the check.

33. Did you intend to do that?


a. Yes, it was a lucky accident.
b. Yes, I found out about it later.
c. Yes, it was a surprise to me.
d. Yes, I planned it carefully.

34. Irene wants to know the literal meaning of the word.


a. She wants to know the slang for the word.
b. She wants to know the special expression.
c. She wants to know the opposite meaning of it.
d. She wants to know the exact meaning of it.

35. The new bank is over on the other side of the town. Where is it?
a. in the center of town
b. across town
c. south of town
d. in another town

36. Fred has postponed his meeting with Bob.


a. They have already met.
b. They will not meet at all.
c. They will meet later.
d. They are meeting now.

37. John converted his money.


a. He exchanged his money.
b. He spent his money.
c. He lost his money.
d. He worked for his money.

38. Occasionally, John becomes irritated with his friends.


a. He picks his friends carefully.
b. He jokes with his friends.
c. He becomes annoyed with his friends.
d. He becomes annoyed with his friends.

39. Henry assumed responsibility for the class.


a. He took control.
b. He left the class.
c. He studied it.
d. He dismissed it.

40. The clerk will stack the boxes in the corner. What will he do with the boxes?
a. paint them
b. ship them out
c. pile them up
d. count them

41. Joan picked out a dress.


a. She ironed it.
b. She chose it.
c. She made it.
d. She wore it.

42. Mrs. Moon went to the bank and cashed a check. What did she do?
a. She put money in the bank.
b. She made out a check.
c. She returned a check.
d. She got some money.

43. Joe said he’d like to go to the show but he doesn’t have enough money. His roommate told him it
would be okay, because the show is free.
a. Joe can’t go to the show.
b. Joe doesn’t need to buy a ticket.
c. Joe doesn’t want to go.
d. Joe needs money for the show.

44. How is Mr. Jones getting along in his new job?


a. His family is fine.
b. He’s feeling is well.
c. He’s doing fine.
d. He bought a car.

45. Mary will go along with the suggestion.


a. She will agree with the suggestion.
b. She will go there alone.
c. She will disagree with the suggestion.
d. She isn’t in favor of the suggestion.

46. The food was shiped yesterday. What happened to the food?
a. It was sent off.
b. It was wet.
c. It was eaten.
d. It was inspected.

47. He could feel the plane vibrating. What was the plane doing?
a. descending
b. shaking
c. climbing
d. rolling
48. We do not object the food in the mess hall.
a. We don’t mind it.
b. We do not want it.
c. We will do without it.
d. We are arguing about it.

49. He said he would pick me up in his truck.


a. He said he would get a used truck.
b. He told me he would call for me in his truck.
c. He told me he would sell his truck.
d. He said I should call him up.

50. The weather was cloudy yesterday morning. But it cleared up last night.
a. The weather got worse yesterday.
b. The clouds went away last night.
c. It was cloudy last night.
d. It was clear yesterday.

51. Frank couldn’t afford to get a new car.


a. He couldn’t get interested in a new car.
b. He couldn’t decide about getting a new car.
c. He didn’t have enough money to get a new car.
d. He didn’t want to get a new car.

52. The mechanic removed part of the engine. What did he do to the engine?
a. He exchanged it.
b. He took out some of it.
c. He moved the engine.
d. He repaired a section of it.

53. Why does Jane have goose bumps?


a. because she is angry
b. because she is cold
c. because she is tired
d. because she is warm

54. Jack mistrusts his roommate.


a. He fights with his roommate.
b. He doubts his roommate’s honesty.
c. He admires his roommate.
d. He gets along with his roommate.

55. Johnny went away to hide. Why did he go away?


a. so everybody would follow him
b. so he could finish some business
c. so he could visit his friends
d. so nobody would find him

56. Please fasten the two parts.


a. hurry them
b. attach them
c. hear them
d. separate them

57. W: I hear that Lt. Winters is joining you.


M: Yes. What kind of person do you think he is?
Q: What does the man want to know about Lt Winters?
a. who his parents are
b. where he is coming from
c. if he has good character
d. when he is expected to arrive

58. W: What did you tell them?


M: That the situation is critical.
Q: What does the man mean?
a. Something funny is happening.
b. There is a severe problem.
c. Something strange is happening.
d. There is nothing to talk about.

59. W: Jack, will you please switch on the light?


M: Certainly, Mary. I’ll be glad to.
Q: What will Jack do?
a. He will turn the light on.
b. He will change the light bulb.
c. He will move the light.
d. He will install a new switch on the light.

60. M: This needs three twenty-cents stamps. W:


Okay, here is sixty cents.
Q: Where does this conversation take place?
a. in a bank
b. in a bus station
c. in a library
d. in a post office

61. M: John told me you were 30 years old.


W: He gave you false information.
Q: What is the woman saying about John?
a. He is older than she is.
b. He often talks to her.
c. He did not tell the truth.
d. He wasn’t sure what to say.

62. M: Do you want to go to the cafeteria for lunch?


W: I can’t. I haven’t got a cent.
Q: What did the woman mean?
a. She is not hungry.
b. She won’t have to buy her lunch.
c. She has no money.
d. She does not like the cafeteria.

63. W: This restaurant is very crowded.


M: I know. But there is a reservation for us.
Q: What did the man mean?
a. Places are being saved for them.
b. Large crowds don’t bother them.
c. A special meal is being prepared for them.
d. There is a crowd there to greet them.

64. W: Does your father manufacture the radio? M:


Yes, he does.
Q: What does his father do?
a. He sells radios.
b. He trades radios.
c. He buys radios.
d. He makes radios.

65. W: Did you use 4 books in your class?


M: Yes, I did at first and then I eliminated one. Q:
How many books does the man use now?
a. 5
b. 4
c. 3
d. 1

66. M What happened to your coat?


W: It wore out.
Q: What did the woman mean?
a. Her coat got lost.
b. Her coat got stolen.
c. Her coat got dirty.
d. Her coat got old.

67. I get paid twice a month. I receive my pay .


a. one time a month
b. two times a month
c. once every ten days
d. every weekend

68. The volcano emits smoke.


a. mixes
b. draws
c. takes in
d. sends out

69. Help me work out this math problem.


a. exercise
b. read
c. solve
d. write

70. Dave: Did they get any cigarettes there?


Alan: Yes, they got .
a. any
b. some
c. much
d. nothing

71. Was Jamie studying when the phone rang?


a. No, she is.
b. No, she was.
c. Yes, she was.
d. Yes, she will.

72. Are there any other boys in Don’s family? Yes, he .


a. has two brothers
b. is the only child
c. has one sister
d. has a grandmother

73. Select the correct sentence.


a. The house to me belongs.
b. The house belongs to me.
c. The house me belongs to.
d. To me belongs the house.

74. Dora took off her coat. Why did she take it off?
a. She wanted to wear it.
b. She was too warm.
c. She wanted to find it.
d. She was too cold.

75. She prepares breakfast for and her husband.


a. himself
b. hers
c. she
d. herself

76. If a man doesn’t eat, he will die eventually.


a. right away
b. forever
c. instantly
d. sooner or later

77. The compass needle will spin around when an airplane flies over the North Pole.
a. turn
b. stop
c. jump
d. skip

78. They have a great deal of ambition. They have ambition.


a. a worthwhile
b. a lot of
c. very little
d. some

79. You can call for your new name tag in a couple of days.
a. write
b. see
c. visit
d. get

80. They go to the club last night.


a. couldn’t
b. won’t
c. shouldn’t
d. can’t

81. John saw the accident. The accident by John.


a. is seen
b. seeing
c. had seen
d. was seen

82. Select the correct sentence.


a. Man had to learn of ocean currents the effects.
b. Of currents ocean man had to learn the effects.
c. Man had to learn the effects of ocean currents.
d. The effects man had to learn of ocean currents.

83. Why don’t you use your head when you drive?
a. think
b. be quick
c. use your eyesight
d. use your hat

84. The headlines are printed in .


a. ordinary type
b. small type
c. large type
d. little letters

85. He requested permission from the officer.


a. received
b. asked for
c. gave
d. looked for

86. He’s such a poor driver; it’ll be a wonder if he arrives without an accident. If he gets in
without an accident, it’ll be .
a. a good thing
b. an enjoyable thing
c. a surprising thing
d. a bad thing
87. John must leave at once.
a. later
b. at any time
c. right away
d. sometime

88. Not much about the matter since that time.


a. to say
b. is saying
c. has been said
d. have to say

89. Mr. Brown enjoys at the lake.


a. swimming
b. to swim
c. to swimming
d. for swimming

90. The clerk had the telephone out of the room.


a. take
b. took
c. taken
d. taking

91. We will visit them today because we have not them in three months.
a. saw
b. seen
c. see
d. to see

92. If a wire has a rubber covering, it is .


a. inoculated
b. immobile
c. immaterial
d. insulated

93. When you are against an idea, you .


a. oppose it
b. agree with it
c. don’t understand it
d. are trying it

94. They told us to stick to it.


a. stop making noise
b. listen very carefully
c. stay with the job
d. help with the work

95. If John hadn’t known how to swim, he have drowned when the boat sank.
a. did
b. might
c. must
d. should

96. I am tired reading. Let’s go for a walk.


a. to
b. of
c. by
d. for

97. The animal died because it was underfed and .


a. overworked
b. underway
c. overcooked
d. undercover

98. We are going to have a meeting at noon. Can you ?


a. make it
b. do it
c. succeed it
d. go it

99. When you loosen this nut, it will .


a. be tightened
b. come off
c. crack
d. stay tight

100. Roberto is not the kind of man work.


a. had avoided
b. avoiding
c. to avoid
d. avoids
054

1. The student who arrived yesterday walks very rapidly. How does he walk?
straight
well
slowly
fast

2. Bob and Bill are getting together for lunch. What will Bob do?
eat Bill’s lunch
eat lunch alone
do Bill’s work for
him eat lunch with
Bill

3. John is a safe driver.


He is a slow driver.
He is a careful driver.
He drives cheerfully.
He drives carelessly.

4. This hat fits me alright. I’ll take it.


It is the wrong size.
It is too tight.
It is the right size.
It is bright.

5. John considers his work a pleasure. He


likes it.
It worries him.
He missed it.
It bores him.

6. Mrs. Jones saw a light in a distance.


She saw a light nearby.
She saw a light far away.
She saw a light next door.
She saw a light in the hall.

7. She took off her coat.


She removed her coat.
She bought her coat. She
held her coat.
She sold her coat.

8. The instructor broke his microphone. He


could not see his notes.
He could not lift the box.
He could not broadcast his voice. He
could not show pictures.

9. The movie will begin at three o’clock.


It will start at 3 o’clock.
It will be over at 3 o’clock.
It will close at 3 o’clock.
It will continue at 3 o’clock.

10. When we went on the picnic, we participated in many games. We


watched the games.
We played the games.
We got tired of them.
We took pictures of them.

11. Thad is feeling pretty good. How does he feel?


sleepy
hungry
hot
fine

12. Each of the boys has a separate room. What does each boy have? a
small room
an air-conditioned room a
room of his own
a room with a partition

13. The cable was concealed in back of engine. Where was the cable hidden? on top
of the engine
in front of the engine
behind the engine
on the left side of the engine

14. Joe will be gone for an extended period of time. How long will he be gone? for
a few days
for a day only
for a short period of time
for a long period of time

15. Where is a person’s neck?


between his foot and his leg
between his hand and his arm
between his legs and his back
between his shoulders and his head.

16. This student works independently of others. How does he work? with
the cooperation of others
with no assistance
without stopping
with consideration for others

17. How far do you have to go to get to work?


It’s about a ten-minute drive.
I always walk to work.
I go to work by car.
I ride to work with Bill.

18. Lt. Lee sent his sister a letter.


He mailed a letter.
His sister gave him a letter. He
didn’t write a letter.
He called his sister.

19. The instructor wrote the instructions on the blackboard. The students wrote them in their
notebooks. What did the students write in their notebooks?
instructor’s name
blackboard
instructions
notebooks

20. His name immediately came into my mind. I


did not know his name.
I remembered what he looked like. I
suddenly remembered his name. I
couldn’t say his name.

21. The second part of the plan is essential.


It’s complete.
It’s necessary.
It’s confusing.
It’s optional.

22. The cat must stay out.


The cat cannot come down. The
cat cannot come in.
The cat cannot come across. The
cat cannot come around.

23. We ran into a lot of traffic at the airport.


We encountered traffic.
We did not see any traffic.
We glanced at the traffic.
We passed the traffic.

24. Mr. Smith has to go to the bank today.


He could go today.
He may go today.
He must go today.
He won’t go today.

25. Bill wealth is broke. What’s his problem?


He doesn’t have any fun.
He doesn’t have any friends. He
doesn’t have any money. He
doesn’t have any education.

26. John saw a friend in town last night. What did John see? a
train
a movie
a person
a plane

27. The instructor was illustrating the new method. What was he doing?
a. He was finding fault with it.
b. He was supporting it.
c. He was reading and writing about it.
d. He was explaining it with pictures.

28. Jim doesn’t like to eat alone in a restaurant. He


enjoys eating vegetables.
He enjoys eating with friends.
He enjoys eating by himself.
He enjoys eating a snack.

29. The instructor said, “I can hardly hear you.” What did the instructor mean? You
are speaking too loudly.
You are not speaking. You
are speaking roughly.
You are not speaking loudly enough.

30. As soon as we arrived, the rain began to fall. When did it start raining?
before we arrived
when we arrived
immediately before out arrival an
hour after we arrived

31. Would you like to revise this paper?


Yes, I would like to correct it.
Yes, I would like to destroy it.
Yes, I like the size of the paper.
Yes, I bought the paper to use here.

32. The clock is attached to the wall. Where is the clock?


away from the wall
hanging on the wall
inside the wall
on top of the wall

33. Joe wants to glance at the materials in the store. What does he want to do? buy
something
handle the materials test
the materials
have a quick look at the materials

34. Major Marcum guided the discussion. What did he do? He


spoke more than anyone else.
He recorded the discussion. He
directed the discussion.
He kept people outside the room.

35. Did you intend to do that?

Yes, it was a lucky accident.


Yes, I found out about it later.
Yes, it was a surprise to me.
Yes, I planned it carefully.

36. The weather is worse today. The


weather’s about the same. The
weather’s a little better. The
weather hasn’t changed.
The weather isn’t so good today.

37. Since the time of World War One, incredible progress has been made in the development and
production of this weapon.
The progress is small.
The progress is as expected.
No progress has been made since World War I. The
progress is almost unbelievable.

38. I was talking to John when Paul cut in. I


interrupted John and Paul.
John was impolite. Paul
interrupted us. John
interrupted us.

39. The instructor wrote a problem on the chalkboard and asked a student to work it out. The
instructor asked the student to present a problem.
The student was asked to solve the problem.
The student asked the instructor to take the problem out. The
instructor wanted the problem to remain unsolved.

40. He put the money in a slot. Where did he put it? in


a large box
in a narrow hole
in a small bag in
a strong safe
41. The student found out about the trip yesterday. What happened yesterday? The
student learned about the trip.
The student forgot about the trip.
The student was worried about the trip.
The student didn’t think about the trip.

42. The store put a number of things on sale. What did they do? put
them outside
lowered the prices
kept prices the same
stopped selling

43. Virginia’s husband has an excellent position with the government. He


has excellent poise.
He is in good physical condition.
He has a good job.
He is an excellent employee.

44. Dave told us to bring the sports equipment. What did Dave tell us to bring? the
bats and the balls
the tickets for the games the
baseball team
the sports instructor

45. Harvey and May met accidentally.


a. They had a car accident.
b. They had an appointment.
c. They had to go to a meeting.
d. They met unexpectedly

46. George is going sailing. What is he going to do?


a. He is going for a boat ride.
b. He is going to sell a boat.
c. He is going to a sale.
d. He is going to look at some cars.

47. After a while, Judy realized the mistake.


a. She forgot all about it.
b. She tried to describe it.
c. She became aware of it.
d. She stopped talking about it.

48. I am looking forward to meeting him. I


can meet him later.
I met him before.
I am looking for him.
I am eager to meet him.

49. How long does it take to go from San Antonia to Chicago? by


bus, car, train, or plane
It’s about 1100 miles.
It’s a long distance between them. about
a day and a half by car
50. The soldier worked in transportation and supply. What did his job involve?
logistics
personnel
administration
statistics

51. It began to drizzle soon after we landed. It


started to rain.
The wind began to blow.
It became foggy.
It started to snow.

52. Someone walked away with our new book. What happened to the book? It
was printed.
It was sold.
It was stolen. It
was signed.

53. Beatrice found many unusual shells.


She was walking .
on the highway
in the forest
in the desert on
the beach

54. Jane is burning the midnight oil. What is she doing?


She’s coming home early every night.
She’s studying until late every night.
She’s watching television late at night.
She’s going to bed early every night.

55. John is careful and hard working.


He is .
stubborn
ignorant
inconsiderate
diligent

56. Mr. Kirk has a great deal of influence at this school. What can Mr. Kirk do? cook
good food
spend lots of money
learn English easily
ensure that his ideas are used

57. W: What did you buy?


M: Some clothes.
Q: What did the man buy?
something to eat
something to wear
something to drink
something to smoke
58. M: What are you going to do this afternoon?
W: I am going to a movie.
Q: What is the woman going to do? get
something to eat
see a motion picture
go shopping
visit some friends

59. W: I am sorry, sir, but you can’t go in.


M: But I have an official pass.
Q: Why this man thinks he should be allowed to enter?
He is an officer.
He works in the building.
He has permission from someone in authority.
He thinks his reason for entering is very important.

60. W: Jack, will you please switch on the light?


M: Certainly, Mary, I’ll be glad to.
Q: What will Jack do?
He will turn the light on.
He will change the light bulb.
He will move the light.
He will install a new switch on the ligh

61. W: Did you begin in November?


M: Yes, and I finished in one month. Q:
When did the man finish?
January June
October
December

62. W: What would you like to eat?


M: Anything will be all right.
Q: What did the man say?
He doesn’t care what he eats.
He doesn’t want to eat.
He wants very little to eat.
He will eat a lot.

63. M: What are the children doing?


W: They are listening to a story.
Q: What are the children listening to? a
song
a poem a
lesson a
tale

64. W: Claude seems very proud of his latest painting.


M: Yes, he has it on display in the art gallery.
Q: What is Claude doing with his painting?
He is exhibiting it.
He is painting it.
He is hiding it.
He is disposing of it.

65. W: Where should we meet tomorrow? I think this corner would be good.
M: I was going to say the post office. But now I think we’d better meet right here. Q:
Where will the man and the woman probably meet?
on the base at
the office on
the corner
at the post office

66. W: What are you waiting for?


M: She forgot to bring me a fork. Q:
What is he getting ready to do?

a. leave
b. dictate a letter
c. pay the bill
d. eat

67. The teacher asked us to stand up. What did he ask us to do?
a. open out books
b. do another exercise
c. stay after class
d. get to our feet

68. The sign told us of a road hazard ahead. It told us about .


a. a place to eat
b. a place to sleep
c. a dangerous place
d. the distance to town

69. When water is boiled, it changes to .


a. vapor
b. waves
c. liquid
d. solid

70. Charles: Can you understand English well yet?


Sherry: No, but I’m trying more.
a. of learning
b. for learning
c. to learn
d. for learn

71. The policeman said to the student, “ .”


a. The post office just around the corner is
b. Just around the corner the post office is
c. Is just around the corner the post office
d. The post office is just around the corner

72. All children in the world need love from their parents. Not only do need it, but also
deserve it.
a. it, it
b. he, they
c. they, they
d. we, she

73. Cotton is the principal product of this state.


a. secondary
b. main
c. unpopular
d. cheap

74. An overall view of a city is a .


a. pleasant view
b. nice view
c. specific view
d. general view

75. Hurry up; we’re already .


a. early
b. fast
c. late
d. slow

76. If I had enough money, I a camera.


a. have bought
b. would buy
c. will buy
d. had bought

77. Did you read all the lessons that Mr. Long ?
a. assigned
b. will assign
c. assigns
d. been assigned

78. Dr. Miller said, “Why don’t you wait here until he ?”
a. come
b. comes
c. will come
d. is coming

79. We enjoyed .
a. our visit to the zoo very much
b. our visit very much to the zoo
c. very much to the zoo our visit
d. to the zoo our visit very much
80. Do you mind if I take Mary home?
a. Do you want to take Mary home?
b. Do you have any objections if I take Mary home?
c. Do you care to take Mary home?
d. Does Mary want to go home with you?

81. Man: Do you have any single rooms for less than thirty dollars?
Woman: No, we haven’t, but you’ll find these rooms comfortable. They all have new TV sets.
Man: Well, I’ll take one.
According to this dialog, which statement is true?
a. All rooms are less than thirty dollars.
b. He is getting a room without a TV set.
c. He doesn’t want a single room.
d. He will get a room.

82. In general, the weather is good. The weather is .


a. sometimes good
b. too good
c. seldom clear
d. usually good

83. We used to go to the movies frequently. We went there .


a. sometimes
b. often
c. without missing one
d. once in a while

84. The white book on the table is .


a. us
b. them
c. ours
d. their

85. The passengers on the plane are relaxed.


a. arguing
b. tense
c. at ease
d. taxed

86. He’s such a poor driver that it’ll be a wonder if he arrives without an accident. Should he get in
without an accident, it’ll be .
a. a good thing
b. an enjoyable thing
c. a surprising thing
d. a bad thing

87. You will learn more if you attention.


a. make
b. have
c. do
d. pay

88. My new instructor, Miss Clark, gave me a book .


a. read
b. reading
c. to read
d. to reading

89. Cadet Moore to go home before ten tonight.


a. is liking
b. had like
c. would like
d. could like

90. I will probably eat my lunch before I leave.


a. want to

b. should
c. will likely
d. must

91. The man asked, “Do you have any used tires for sale?” The
clerk said, “I’m sorry; we just sold the last one.”
a. The store is out of them now.
b. The store has a lot of them now.
c. The clerk is selling the last one now.
d. The store doesn’t carry used tires.

92. Some of the most spectacular discoveries since the beginning of the twentieth century are in the
field of medicine. Should progress in this field continue at the present rate, it is probable that the
life expectancy of the individual by the year 2000 AD will be more than 100 years. According to
this paragraph, .
a. no medical discoveries were made until the beginning of the twentieth century
b. medical science has made a great deal of progress since the beginning of the twentieth
century
c. by the beginning of the twenty-first century everyone can expect to live to be one hundred year
old
d. presently no one lives to be one hundred years of age

93. After for many hours, he finally understood the lesson.


a. study
b. studies
c. studied
d. having studied

94. Will you please open the desk ?


a. cage
b. key
c. handle
d. drawer

95. Paul usually works on Fridays. Frank.


a. So does
b. Neither does
c. Either does
d. So too

96. you meet us at the flight line?


a. Have
b. Ought to
c. Couldn’t
d. Maybe

97. I am tired reading. Let’s go for a walk.


a. to
b. of
c. by
d. for

98. The student has gone back to his country for good.

a. for the time being


b. for health
c. permanently
d. in a hurry

99. The company had to go through a lot of red tape to get its plans approved.
a. bureaucratic procedures
b. angry protests by workers
c. quick preliminary meetings
d. unexpected cost increases

100. The snow covered the ground. The snow .


a. was very heavy
b. made the ground dry
c. caused the ground to harden
d. hid the ground
055

1. A new car will cost 8,000 dollars or higher. How much will the car cost? only
$8,000
less than $8,000
$8,000 or more
just $8,000

2. The student who arrived walks very rapidly. How does he walk?
straight
well
slowly
fast

3. Which of these would you keep in a tank?


gasoline
clothes
dirt
bread

4. James selected a book.


She read a book.
She found a book.
She sold a book.
She chose a book.

5. This is not the right road.


This is the long road.
This is the wrong road. This
is not the wrong road. This
is not the left road.

6. The weather will clear up.


It will get worse.
It will get better.
It will get dark.
It will get wet.

7. John takes a shower daily. What does he take? a


shave
a bath a
movie
a shampoo

8. The movie will begin at three o’clock.


It will start at 3 o’clock.
It will be over at 3 o’clock.
It will close at 3 o’clock.
It will continue at 3 o’clock

9. When we went on a picnic, we participated in many games. We


watched the games.
We played the games.
We got tired of them.
We took pictures of them.

10. Sally wanted to know what the box contained. What did she want to know?
what was next to box
what was under the box
what was on the box
what was in the box

11. John came to class on time.


He was late.
He was in class for one hour.
He left class early.
He was not late.

12. The tailor said, “I don’t think this coat needs any alterations.” What did the tailor mean by
“alterations?”
trousers
buttons

pockets
changes

13. Did you bother Mr. James when you called? No,
I’m not his sister.
No, I haven’t seen him.
No, he’s home in the evening.
No, I didn’t disturb him.

14. The clerk said, “There are only three rooms available in the hotel.” What did the clerk mean? There
were reservations for three rooms.
Three rooms were ready to be used.
Three people were at the hotel.
There were three clerks at the hotel.

15. What kind of vehicle did you use? I


used a pencil.
I used a car. I
used water. I
used gas.

16. We contacted our friends. What did we do?


We joined them.
We communicated with them.
We agreed with them.
We employed them.

17. Headquarters is next to the lab building. It


is across from the lab building.
It is beside the lab building. It
is under the lab building. It is
above the lab building.

18. We invited him to our home and he accepted. He


will come.
He won’t come.
He invited us.
We won’t go home.

19. Rick spent a great deal of time in the South. How much time did he spend there?
None.
A little time.
A lot of time.
Very little time.

20. The truck was washed by the mechanic.


The mechanic looked at the truck.
The truck was repaired by the mechanic.
The truck was cleaned by the mechanic.
The mechanic drove the truck.

21. Gail said, “Remember your appointment with the doctor.” What did Gail want me to
remember?
to call the doctor
to write to the doctor
to go see the doctor
to find out about the doctor

22. The box is aluminum.


It is too heavy.
It is dirty.
You can see through it. It
is made of light metal.

23. Walter spends an hour each day in physical training. What does Walter do? He
takes physical training every hour.
He goes to class for one hour. He
can’t stand it physically.
He takes physical training every day.

24. How were you able to cross the Atlantic Ocean in such a short time? for
$250.00
in the month of May
less than 20 hours by
jet plane

25. John borrowed a pencil from Paul.


John hid Paul’s pencil.
John is using Paul’s pencil.
John likes Paul’s pencil very much.
John and Paul kept the pencil.

26. What was the result of the accident?


Jon fixed it.
John was hurt. Jon
brought it. John
was driving.
27. John took a vacation. What did he take?
medicine for his sickness
a business trip
time away from his work
a college course

28. Mr. Long said, “I haven’t seen Tom since the day before yesterday.” When was the last time that Mr.
Long saw Tom?
yesterday a
week ago
two days ago
four days ago

29. The airmen decided to have their party at the club where they would have more space for
dancing. Where would they have more space?
the airmen
for dancing
to have their party
at the club

30. We were on a tour when the accident happened. What were we doing when the accident
happened?
making a turn
building a tower
taking a trip
getting off the bus

31. He was given an order to report to the office. What was he given? an
argument
a command a
form
a report

32. Major Marcum guided the discussion. What did he do? He


spoke more than anyone else.
He recorded the discussion. He
directed the discussion.
He kept people outside the room.

33. The children cooked their supper tonight. I didn’t help them.
Supper was prepared by my wife.
My wife and I prepared the supper.
The children can’t cook at all.
The children did all the work.

34. James is an efficient worker.


He supervises other workers. He
does unsatisfactory work.
He does his work quickly and well.
He complains a lot.

35. I don’t know whether he will come. I


don’t know if he will come.
I don’t know why he will come.
I don’t know when he will come. I
don’t know how he will come.

36. Harry made up his mind in a hurry.


He hurried and made a mistake.
He decided in a hurry.
He forgot because he hurried. He
couldn’t decide to hurry.
37. You’d better hurry. It’s sprinkling a little now.
It’s getting a little late.
It’s beginning to rain. There
are a few seats left. It’s
sleeting.

38. The instructions on the bulletin board told all personnel to turn in their weapons.
Everyone had to change their weapons.
All of them were issued new weapons.
They must return the weapons.
All of them had to clean their weapons.

39. That student has a negative attitude. He


is lying down.
He is in poor health.
He failed the test.
He doesn’t cooperate.

40. The clerk will stack the boxes in the corner. What will he do with the boxes?
paint them
ship them out
pile them up
count them

41. How is Mr. Jones getting along in his new job? His
family is fine.
He’s feeling well.
He’s doing fine.
He bought a car.

42. Who can use the public library?


anybody
somebody
no one
another one

43. The story was accurate. It


was hard to read.
It was misleading.
It was funny.
It was correct.

44. The instructor wanted to leave out the new subject. He


wanted to review the new subject.
He wanted to begin the new subject.
He wanted to include the new subject.
He wanted to omit the new subject.

45. The restaurant is across from the public library.


The restaurant is opposite the library.
The restaurant is around the corner fro the library.
The restaurant is across town from the library.
The restaurant is at the other end of the library.

46. Annette said she got a new filling yesterday. What did she get? her
car filled with gasoline
groceries at the supermarket
some money from her bank a
cavity filled by the dentist

47. We are having a thunder shower. What are we having? a


storm

a bath
a harvest day a
sunny day

48. The hotel manager said that Jim would operator the elevator today. What will Jim do? He
will use the elevator.
He will run the elevator. He
will repair the elevator. He
will study the elevator.

49. Why did the welder use goggles? to


protect his feet
to protect his hands to
protect his hearing to
protect his sight

50. Since his illness, he can’t do any heavy work.


He can’t work at all.
He can’t do any lifting.
He can’t do any sitting.
He can’t work at night.

51. Why don’t you knock it off?


Please, stop talking.
Figure it out.
Speak louder.
Please, move it.

52. Did Anna complain about her trip?


Yes, she finished the trip a week ago.
Yes, she said she didn’t like the food or the people. No,
she went both ways by boat
No, she had many suitcases with her.
53. He got grease all over his shirt. What was on his shirt? a
lubricant
hair
dirt
battery acid

54. John glanced at his wrist watch. What did he do? He


shook the watch with his hand.
He examined it carefully.
He took a quick look at it.
He set the hands to the correct time.

55. Mr. Reed is a blacksmith in our town.


He makes iron shoes for horses
He paints automobiles black. He
repairs radios and TV’s.
He mixes sand and gravel for cement.

56. John is careful and hard working.


He is .
stubborn
ignorant
inconsiderate
diligent

57. W: What’s the problem?


M: The water in this pipe is frozen.
Q: How did this happen?
It got too hot.
It ran out too fast.
It got too cold.
It is not pure.

58. W: I don’t know what that means?


M: You should use a dictionary.
Q: What does the man want the woman to use? a
special book
a ruler
good manners
a pair of glasses

59. W: Is the machine ready to run?


M: Almost. It still needs fuel.
Q: What does the machine need? a
source of energy
a steering device a
job to do
a way of stopping

60. M: Who is going to serve the food?


W: Robert is.
Q: What is Robert going to do?
get the food from the store
take the food to the kitchen put
the food on the table remove the
food from the table

61. M: The car needs gas, oil and water.


W: Just put in gas.
Q: What is the woman telling the man? to
put gas in first
to put gas in , but nothing else
to put in oil and water, but not gas to
put oil in the water

62. M: What are you waiting for?


W: For you to apologize.
Q: What does she expect the man to do?
introduce her
tell her he is sorry
leave the room
open the door for her

63. W: What started all this?


M: There was something highly flammable in the back room. Q:
What are they talking about?
a storm
a regulation a
fire
a fight

64. M: What do you want to know?


W: The purpose of all this.
Q: What does the woman want to know?
She wants to know the cost She
wants to know the cause She
wants to know the answer. She
wants to know the reason.

65. W: Waiter. I ordered a steak well done.


M: I will take it back and have it cooked some more. Q:
Why this meat needed to be cooked longer?
because it was rare
because it was frozen
because it was spoiled
because it was cooked

66. M: What happened to your coat?


W: It wore out.
Q: What did the woman mean?
Her coat got lost.
Her coat got stolen.
Her coat got dirty.
Her coat got old.

67. A thermostat maintains and the room temperature.


a. regulates
b. causes
c. requires
d. installs

68. People who are interested in fashion like to read about .


a. food
b. clothes
c. entertainment
d. furniture

69. Select the correct sentence.


a. The gas tank will 16 gallons hold.
b. The gas tank 16 gallons will hold.
c. The gas tank will hold 16 gallons.
d. The 16 gallons gas tank will hold.

70. Ed: How long has Mr. Rivers studied English?


Tom: He for one month.
a. studies
b. is studying
c. will study
d. has been studying

71. My roommate speaks Spanish and English, but I speak only English.
a. My roommate speaks only English.
b. Both my roommate and I speak Spanish.
c. I speak Spanish, but my roommate doesn’t.
d. Both of us speak English.

72. Joe: How long did it take you to find the money?
Tom: Oh! I found it .
a. quick
b. more quick
c. quickly
d. quicklier

73. The blue car drove though the gate ahead of the colonel’s car.
a. to cut in on
b. close to
c. in front of
d. in between

74. The fuel supply was adequate.


a. too little
b. sufficient
c. adjusted
d. reduced

75. The compass needle will spin around when a airplane flies over the North Pole.
a. turn
b. stop
c. jump
d. skip

76. Ask Mr. Miller me back later.


a. to call
b. calling
c. called
d. calls

77. The man was his dinner.


a. eaten
b. eat
c. ate
d. eating

78. Please the glasses with water.


a. have filled up
b. filling up
c. will fill
d. fill up

79. Place the trash in a suitable container.


a. new
b. proper
c. several
d. selected

80. The instructor will bring up a new subject at the meeting.


a. continue
b. recall
c. record
d. introduce

81. The class was bored with the movie. They were .
a. glad to be there
b. happy to see it
c. not interested in it
d. confused with it

82. Jeff’s plane just left the airport. He’s heading west over the Rocky Mountains toward
California.

In what direction is his plane traveling?


a. to the south
b. to the west
c. to the east
d. to the north

83. The clerk tried to sell another pair of trousers.


a. him
b. his
c. he
d. hers

84. you mind closing the window?


a. May
b. Would
c. Could
d. If

85. The sunshine feels good me.


a. to
b. for
c. with
d. into

86. John a course in American history this semester.


a. ma be taken
b. is taken
c. is taking
d. have taken
87. I would have visited him, if I time.
a. had had
b. have
c. am having
d. will have

88. It is obvious that the plane is in trouble.


a. It is easy to see that something is wrong.
b. It looks like the flight is smooth.
c. It doesn’t look like anything is wrong.
d. There may be trouble later.

89. Jim knew it was not safe to drive his car with ice on the windshield, so on a very cold morning he
removed the ice before getting into the car. He then warmed up the engine prior to driving off to
work on the base.
According to this paragraph, .
a. it was necessary for Jim to take precautions before driving his car
b. Jim knew it wasn’t safe to work on the base when the weather was cold
c. he removed the ice from the windshield by warming up the engine
d. he needed to do some work on the base before starting his car

90. Silver, for instance, is a good conductor.


a. for a moment
b. for example
c. instantly
d. for necessity

91. Tom said his boss read him the riot act.
a. gave him a raise
b. read his report
c. reprimanded him
d. had him arrested

92. Food spoils if it is not in a refrigerator.


a. easy
b. easily
c. ease
d. easing

93. Mary has decided to take up art.


a. collect
b. picture
c. teach
d. study

94. Anna: Would you please switch the plates?


Carl: Certainly, I’ll .
a. exchange them
b. turn them over
c. break them
d. clean them

95. that a hurricane was headed towards the coast, the honeymooners were forced to change
their final destination.
a. For the purpose
b. In the event
c. In the hope
d. Due to the fact

96. Would you mind the door?


a. closing
b. closed
c. close
d. to have closed

97. The eagle has been admired by man throughout the ages. Its likeness has been the emblem of
many governments. In real life, the eagle is actually a bird of prey that lives off of small animals.
According to this paragraph, the eagle .
a. eats other animals
b. is just an emblem
c. has a very long life
d. is protected by governments

98. He is looking for a permanent job.


a. a temporary
b. a well-paying
c. an exciting
d. a lasting
99. The class is made up students from many different countries.
a. with
b. from
c. in
d. of

100. What time will flight 708 from New York ?


a. get over
b. get in
c. get up
d. get by

056

1. Jennifer wants to mail a package. Where should she go? to


the store
to the bank
to the post office
to the police station

2. What does a man use for shaving? a


knife
scissors
a razor a
comb

3. Be sure to use the proper forms. Which forms should be used? the
long ones
the correct ones
the usual ones
the revised ones

4. Joe is at the store. He wants to go back to his room. It is necessary for him to walk 12 blocks. How
far is it from the store to Joe’s room?
at the room
very tired
12 blocks in
the store

5. Is this your favorite?


Yes, I like it best.
Yes, it won’t work.
Yes, it’s very hot.
Yes, I don’t want it.

6. Each night I read fifty pages in my book. When do I read my book?


every night
every other night
twice a week once
a week

7. Who studies the weather?

an engineer
a chemist
a meteorologist a
physiologist

8. Thad’s feeling pretty good. How does he feel?


sleepy
hungry
hot
fine

9. This magazine is very different from that one.


They are the same.
They look alike. They
are similar. They are
not similar.
10. Smoking in the classroom is prohibited.
Smoking is permitted.
Smoking is not allowed.
Smoking is encouraged.
Smoking is safe.

11. The pilot of an aircraft must concentrate on his fling.


He must do all his flying at once.
He should be taken off flying every year.
He must give all of his attention to flying.
He must relax his attention when flying.

12. Tell Smith to call me back. What should Smith do?


return my visit
make me come back
return my phone call
write me soon

13. Mr. James asked John, “Do you have a local bank account?” What did Mr. James want to know?
if John had money in a bank if
John could count money
if the bank was open
if the account was for Mr. James

14. The bus arrived at exactly three o’clock. When did the bus arrive?
approximately 1500 hours
at 1500 hours
about 3:10
5 minutes before 3 o’clock

15. The airmen decided to have their party at the club where they would have more space for
dancing. Where would they have more space?
the airmen
for dancing
to have their party
at the club

16. I took the tire to the service station and had the mechanic inflate it. What did the mechanic do?
He refilled my tank.
He filled the tire with air.
He patched the tire.
He removed the tire.

17. Frank notified his employer. What did Frank do? He


played a joke.
He went out for a long lunch. He
told his employer something.
He asked his employer for more money.

18. We will provide you with pencil and paper.


We’ll buy pencils and paper from you.
We will take up your pencils and paper.
You must bring pencils and paper.
We will give you pencils and paper.
19. We have been here just ten minutes.
We have been here only ten minutes.
We will be here for only ten minutes.
We won’t be here then minutes.
We have to stay over ten minutes.

20. Mr. Brown always rides the bus to work.


He never works on the bus.
He seldom rides the bus.
He often drives to work.
He uses the bus all the time.

21. My socks have disappeared.


They are lost.
They have become old and worn.
They are on the table. They
have changed colors.

22. She has not seen the doctor yet.


She has already seen him.
She has prescription.
She is still waiting.
She is already well.

23. David takes part in all kinds of activities. He


practices only certain types of activities. He
participates in many types of activities. He
enjoys keeping away from activities.
He dislikes various kinds of activities.

24. You’ll soon have an opportunity to speak English. It’s


a good practice to speak English.
You’ll have a chance to speak English.
You’ll learn English quickly.
You won’t have any occasion to speak English.

25. The manager will employ students from the university. He


will fire the students.
He will educate the students. He
will give jobs to the students.
He will help the students find books.

26. The firemen rescued the two men from the burning house. He
brought them to safety.
He arrested the two men.
He gave them advice.
He couldn’t reach the house.

27. The liquid in this container is flammable.


The liquid will burn easily.
The liquid will not burn.
The liquid will explode.
The liquid is not dangerous.

28. Why do some women wear perfume? It


good.
looks
tastes
smells
sounds

29. Mr. Long liked the cartoons in the evening newspaper. What were they?
headlines
drawings
stories
news
30. There is a large hole in the table cloth. What is the matter with the cloth? It
has a big torn place in it.
It is in a big, cold place.
It is very dirty.
It just doesn’t fit the table.

31. He was given an order to report to the office. What was he given? an
argument
a command a
form
a report

32. The student relies on his dictionary. What does he do?


talks about it
writes on it
depends on it
doesn’t use it

33. He collected all the empty cans. What did he do? He


separated them.
He left them out. He
picked them up. He
inspected them.

34. Tom asked the clerk, “How much are eggs?” What should the clerk say? They
are 55 cents a dozen.
There are twelve in a carton.
They have protein in them.
I like them scrambled.

35. We need to cut down on our medical expenses. What do we need to do? cut
out spending
spend the same
increase spending
spend less

36. Help me get the food out of the basket and we can eat right away.
Help me take the food out.
Help me eat the basket.
Help me buy food from the basket. Help
me put the food in the basket.

37. He wouldn’t want to go through that experience again. He


has a dislike for experiences like that one.
He must like to do it again.
He enjoys experiences like that one.
He would like to do it again.

38. The wires were hidden between the walls.


You could see the wires.
The wires were in front of the walls.
You could not see the wires.
The wires were outside the walls.

39. Mary ordinarily goes to work at eight a.m. everyday. But when it is raining, she leaves at
seven thirty a.m.
Mary always goes to work at the same time. She
sometimes goes to work at the same time. She
usually goes to work at 8:00 a.m.
She always goes to work at 7:30 p.m.

40. I’ll attempt to call you tonight.


I won’t call you.
I’m sure that I’ll call.
I’ll try to call.
I will call tomorrow tonight.

41. The man did his duty.


He did not want to do anything. He
did whatever he felt like doing. He
did not know what to do.
He did what he was supposed to do.

42. The air is dense at sea level.


The air is thin.
The air is thick.
The air is hot.
The air is cool.

43. This food is spoiled.


The food is very good.
The food is too expensive.
The food has too much fat.
The food is not fit to eat.

44. Keep an eye on my suitcase while I buy my ticket.


Pack my suitcase.
Watch my suitcase.
Hold my suitcase.
Check my suitcase.

45. Why do you have to bring up that subject?


Why did you mention that?
Why did you lift that?
Why did you finish that?
Why did you break that?

46. Tools should be protected against moisture. What should they be protected against? dry
weather
dampness
oil and grease
improper use

47. William ignited the wood. What did he do?


He set it on fire.
He carried it.
He cut it into pieces.
He polished it.

48. How will a new job enable him to buy a car?


He will need it to get to work.
He will know how to drive then.
He will earn enough money.
He will have many new friends.

49. The hotel manager said that Jim would operate the elevator today. What will Jim do? He will
use the elevator.
He will run the elevator. He
will repair the elevator. He
will study the elevator.

50. Sue got knocked over by a big wave. Where was she? at
home
in the city
in the mountains
at the ocean

51. What is lead?


something to wear
something to eat a
machine
a metal

52. Why did the welder use goggles? to


protect his feet
to protect his hands to
protect his hearing to
protect his sight

53. This is a harmless animal. It


can kill you.
It may hurt you.
It won’t hurt you.
The animal is afraid.

54. It began to drizzle soon after we landed. It


started to rain.
The wind began to blow.
It became foggy.
It started to snow.

55. Dr. Hunter made a wise decision.


His decision was sensible.
His decision was foolish.
His decision was embarrassing. His
decision was confusing.
56. Bill always goes along with everything his brother does.
Bill agrees with his brother.
Bill accompanies his brother.
Bill argues with his brother.
Bill advises his brother.

57. W: What are you going to do? M:


I am going to get my jacket.
Q: What is probably happening to the man?
He is getting tired. He
is getting hungry. He
is getting cold.
He is getting angry.

58. W: Did you finish your assignment last night? M:


No, I didn’t. I had a party last night.
Q: Why didn’t the student finish the assignment last night?
because he was sleepy
because he wasn’t busy because
he didn’t have a party because he
had a party

59. W: Why are you so sad?


M: Everywhere I go, people laugh at me.
Q: Where did people laugh at the man? in
each place he goes
in a few places he goes in
one place he goes
in none of the places he goes

60. W: John looks awful.


M: He should. It’s been a long time since he has had a good meal. Q:
What did the man say about John?
He needs a good bath. He
isn’t eating properly.
He hasn’t worked for a long time. He
needs some new clothes.

61. W: Would you like more vegetables? M:


No, I have sufficient. Thank you. Q:
What did the man mean?
He has enough.
He does not like vegetables. He
wants more.
He would like something else.

62. W: The club had a meeting last night.


M: I know. I was present.
Q: What did the man mean?
He was the leader of the club.
He attended the meeting.
He enjoys the club’s meetings. He
received a gift at the meeting.

63. W: How did you find out about the news?


M: It was broadcast.
Q: How did the man find out about the news?
He listened to it on the radio.
He learned about it from a friend.
He read about it in a newspaper.
His brother told him about it.

64. W: Did Toby knock?


M: Yes, he knocked three or four times. Q:
What was Toby trying to do?
get someone to open the door
take some pictures
sleep overnight eat
a big lunch

65. W: Where are we going to camp?


M: There is a good place over by those big trees. Q:
What will they do?
rest for an hour
take some pictures
sleep overnight eat
a big lunch

66. W: When do you think the conference will wind up?


M: It will be a day or two at least.
Q: What did she want to know about the conference?
who was going to be there
when it was going to start
what the procedures were going to be
when it was going to end

67. She hopes she better work next year.


a. will do
b. did
c. has done
d. must

68. I am a student. The instructor teaches me.


a. I am teaching the student.
b. I am taught by the instructor.
c. I teach the instructor.
d. I am not taught by the instructor.
69. Select the correct sentence.
a. Two years ago with my parents lived I.
b. Two years ago with my parents I lived.
c. Two years ago I with my parents lived.
d. Two years ago I lived with my parents.

70. We turned the TV on as the program started. We turned it on .


a. just for a while
b. just in time
c. a little too late
d. much too early

71. Mrs. Miller is getting ready for the trip.


a. preparing for
b. canceling
c. hoping to make
d. postponing

72. Susan could not lift the box because it was too .
a. funny
b. round
c. heavy
d. square

73. The man said, “Turn off the faucet.” He wanted us to .

a. let the water run


b. stop the flow of water
c. make the water run more slowly
d. change the faucet

74. I think I will eat salad.


a. any
b. few
c. many
d. some

75. The man was his dinner.


a. eaten
b. eat
c. ate
d. eating

76. Whenever Mrs. Garcia went downtown, she .


a. made a purchase
b. making a purchase
c. is making a purchase
d. will make some purchases

77. The work by four men.


a. finished
b. are finished
c. was finished
d. is finishing
78. Sgt. Brown took off his goggles before he spoke to us.
a. He removed them after he spoke to us.
b. He didn’t remove them as he spoke to us.
c. He removed them and spoke to us.
d. He put them on about the time he spoke to us.

79. A great deal of sulfur is found in Texas.


a. A bargain of
b. Very little
c. A lot of
d. A good grade

80. I turned off the light because .


a. no one wanted to read
b. it was too dark to read
c. I like to read
d. I wanted to read

81. Why don’t you use your head when you drive?
a. think
b. be quick
c. use your eyesight
d. use your hat

82. Passenger: Does this airplane feel right to you?


Pilot: No. I’m taking it right down.

What is the pilot going to do?


a. start the airplanes motors.
b. wait until night to take off
c. land the airplane
d. buy the airplane

83. You can call for your new name tag in a couple of days.
a. write
b. see
c. visit
d. get

84. That building is the in the city.


a. highest
b. most high
c. most highest
d. higher

85. He to listen to the tape tonight.


a. should
b. will
c. ought
d. must
86. Some people judge the quality of food by it.
a. smell
b. smelled
c. to smell
d. smelling
87. I glanced at my watch and realized .
a. it was that time for class
b. it that time was for class
c. that it was time for class
d. for that time it was class

88. The diamond is a beautiful, brilliant gem. Although it is commonly used in engagement rings,
its greatest use is in industry. Today the automotive industry is the main buyer of industrial
diamonds. In fact, there are 15 different uses for this mineral in an automobile factory.
According to this paragraph, .
a. all diamonds are used in engagement rings
b. 15 minerals are used in auto mobile factories
c. industrial diamonds are used in automobile factories
d. all diamonds are used in industry

89. Why did you enroll in this course?


a. to improve myself
b. for improve myself
c. to improvement myself
d. for improved myself

90. There are three boys in the class besides the girls. “Besides” means .
a. in addition to
b. at the side of
c. near
d. excluding

91. Tom defends himself quite well by .


a. eating a good meal
b. listening closely
c. fighting back
d. taking a rest

92. When we heard the explosion, our first was to escape the danger.
a. noise
b. impulse
c. release
d. time

93. The plane made an emergency landing.


a. The plane made a scheduled landing.
b. The plane was unable to land.
c. The plane was forced to land.
d. The plane made a very bad landing.

94. I was afraid he understand.


a. can’t
b. might not
c. won’t
d. has not

95. Most boys of other countries are the American Indian.


a. interested to
b. interesting by
c. interested with
d. interested in
96. I am tired reading. Let’s go for a walk.
a. to
b. of
c. by
d. for

97. Is there any condensation on that pipe?


a. Yes, the heat has dried the pipe.
b. Yes, the pipe has been well polished.
c. Yes, the smoke has made the pipe dirty.
d. Yes, the steam has changed to water.

98. The recurrent bad weather does not well for the timely completion of the stadium.
a. predict
b. prognosticate
c. augur
d. foretell

99. Our supplies were strapped on the back of the donkey.


a. belted
b. wired
c. clamped
d. piled

100. An internal combustion engine releases poisonous .


a. vents
b. catalysts
c. vibrations
d. fumes
057

1. Joe is at the store. He wants to go back to his room. It is necessary for him to walk 12 blocks. How
far is it from the store to Joe’s room?
a. at the room
b. very tired

c. 12 blocks
d. in the store

2. He had to cut the grass yesterday. Where did he work?


a. in the mill
b. in the yard
c. in the office
d. in the shop

3. Jackson cooks all our meals for us. What does he do?
a. He buys the food.
b. He eats the food.
c. He sells the food.
d. He prepares the food.

4. A cowboy travels many miles each day. How does he travel?


a. on a goat
b. on a horse
c. on a cow
d. on a deer

5. John is a safe driver.


a. He is a slow driver.
b. He is a careful driver.
c. He drives cheerfully.
d. He drives carelessly.
6. Traffic is heavy in town during the rush hour.
a. There are many accidents.
b. There are many people shopping.
c. There are many cars on the street.
d. There are few cars on the street.

7. Susan was packing her baggage.


a. Susan was going on a trip.
b. Susan was going to the movies.
c. Susan was going to the office.
d. Susan was going for a walk.

8. The students were confused by the rules.


a. They did not understand the rules.
b. The rules were clear to them.
c. They didn’t like the rules.
d. They were happy with the rules.

9. He was a passenger on that bus.


a. He cleaned it.
b. He worked on it.
c. He polished it.
d. He rode on it.
10. This machine is automatic.
a. It is operated manually.
b. It works by itself.
c. It makes too much noise.
d. It is a part of a car.

11. That man is a government agent.


a. That man understands the government.
b. That man opposes the government.
c. That man represents the government.
d. That man pays the government.

12. The bus arrived at exactly 3 o’clock. When did the bus arrive?
a. approximately 1500 hours
b. at 1500 hours
c. about 3:10
d. 5 minutes before 3 o’clock

13. Which word best describes the sun at noon on a clear day?
a. bright
b. small
c. cold
d. hidden

14. Did you bother Mr. James when you called?


a. No, I’m not his sister.
b. No, I haven’t seen him.
c. No, he’s home in the evening.
d. No, I didn’t disturb him.

15. Rhett spent a great deal of time in the south. How much time did he spend there?
a. none
b. a little time
c. a lot of time
d. very little time

16. The instructor told the class how to reach the laboratory.
a. The instructor wanted to get to the laboratory early.
b. The instructor got to the laboratory late.
c. The instructor told the class how to get there.
d. The class went directly to the laboratory.

17. The bank is opposite the post office.


a. The bank is on a different street.
b. The bank is across the street from the post office.
c. The bank is just behind the post office.
d. The bank is next to the post office.

18. She has not seen the doctor yet.


a. She has already seen him.
b. She has a prescription.
c. She is still waiting.
d. She is already well.

19. David takes part in all kinds of activities.


a. He practices only certain types of activities.

b. He participates in many types of activities.


c. He enjoys keeping away from activities.
d. He dislikes various kinds of activities.

20. The prisoner will be released from jail today.


a. He will be let out today.
b. He will be put in today.
c. He will stay in jail.
d. He’ll still be in jail in the morning.

21. The rock crashed through the window.


a. It went through an open window.
b. It did not go through the window.
c. It hit and broke the window.
d. It passed near the window.

22. Robert failed his last examination.


a. He made a high score.
b. He missed a few questions.
c. His score was unsatisfactory.
d. He received help on the examination.

23. Headquarters is next to the lab building.


a. It is across from the lab building.
b. It is beside the lab building.
c. It is under the lab building.
d. It is above the lab building.
24. John visited a residential area of town.
a. He visited a business area.
b. He visited a university.
c. He visited a park.
d. He visited a family housing area.

25. When I called him, he was too occupied to talk.


a. He was angry.
b. He was busy.
c. He was sleepy.
d. He was sick.

26. Bert has never been absent from class.


a. He disrupted class.
b. He always goes to school.
c. He left school.
d. He never listens in class.

27. He looked over his notes.


a. He copied his notes.
b. He reviewed his notes.
c. He saw his notes.
d. He left his notes.

28. What kind of metal is this box made of?


a. steel
b. wood
c. rubber
d. plastic

29. Can you start a fire with two stones?


a. Can you heat the stones.
b. Can you make the fire hotter?
c. Can you light a fire with the stones?
d. Can the heat burn the stones?

30. Lt. Jones was told to report to the commander at 1:15 pm. When does he have to be there?
a. at 0115
b. at 1315
c. at 1115
d. at 0150

31. The clerk will stack the boxes at the corner. What will he do with the boxes?
a. paint them
b. ship them out
c. pile them up
d. count them

32. There was an abrupt change in the weather. What kind of change was it?
a. gradual
b. sudden
c. normal
d. slight

33. Dave told us to bring the sports equipments. What did Dave tell us to bring?
a. the bats and the balls
b. the tickets for the games
c. the baseball team
d. the sports instructor

34. Mr. Brown like the cartoons in the evening newspaper. What did he like?
a. headlines
b. drawings
c. articles
d. news

35. What is the function of this switch?


a. It’s only a very small part.
b. It’s used only once a day.
c. It’s electrical.
d. It’s used to turn on the motor.

36. Lt. Adams was concerned about the health of his men. How did he feel about their health?
a. sad
b. uninterested
c. worried
d. satisfied

37. It is convenient for people to shop near their homes.


a. It’s very difficult to buy things near the house.
b. People don’t like to sell their homes.
c. Shopping is easier when the shops are close by.
d. It’s useful for people to have a shop in their.

38. John enjoyed his visit.


a. He had a good time.
b. He made many friends.
c. He got a lot of rest.
d. He stayed a long time.

39. This road narrows to one lane after a mile.


a. The road gets bad after a mile.
b. The road is not so wide after a mile.
c. The road gets rough after a mile.
d. The road is better after a mile.

40. Anna wonders what will happen.


a. She is curious about what will happen.
b. She is afraid of what will happen.
c. She is happy about what will happen.
d. She doesn’t care what will happen.

41. The food began to decay.


a. It began to burn.
b. It began to heat up.
c. It began to spoil.
d. It began to dry out.

42. The pilot told Lt. Jones to take over the aircraft.
a. Lt Jones should inspect the plane.
b. Lt Jones should do it again.
c. Lt Jones should assume control of the plane.
d. Lt Jones should leave the plane.

43. We were told to think it over before we decided.


a. We were told to be aware of it.
b. We were told to consider it.
c. We were told to delete it.
d. We were told to expect it.

44. Ralph is an expert mechanic.


a. He’s a careless mechanic.
b. He’s an honest mechanic.
c. He’s a skilled mechanic.
d. He’s a busy mechanic.

45. Which is a fluid?


a. fire

b. water
c. car
d. a water pipe

46. John said that Helen might come to visit him. What did John say?
a. that she would perhaps come to visit him
b. that she must come to visit him
c. that she ought to come to visit him
d. that she’ll visit him by all means

47. She has something wrong with her respiratory system. Where is the trouble?
a. in her heart
b. in her ribs
c. in her lungs
d. In her stomach

48. We must de-emphasize the war. What must we do?


a. make war less expensive
b. make war less important
c. make war less dangerous
d. make war less destructive

49. Why are some highways made of concrete?


a. because it is flexible
b. because it is mobile
c. because it is wide
d. because it is durable

50. The soldier worked in transportation and supply. What did his job involve?
a. logistics
b. personnel
c. administration
d. statistics

51. The enemy gave up to the superior forces. What did the enemy do?
a. defended
b. attacked
c. surrendered
d. counterattacked

52. We’ll have to tear down the engine. What will we have to do?
replace the engine
take the engine apart run
the engine slower take
the engine out

53. The temperature was around 70 degrees and it was a foggy morning.
a. You couldn’t see the sun.
b. There was some dust in the air.
c. The air had a low moisture content.
d. There was a steady breeze blowing.

54. The chairman will bring up the problem at the next meeting.
a. He will jot it down.
b. He will present it.
c. He will improve it.
d. He will think about it.

55. Warm air is less dense than the cold air.


a. It is heavier.
b. It is clearer.
c. It is darker.
d. It is lighter.

56. What caused the car wheel to wobble?


a. It was balanced.
b. It was new.
c. It was unbalanced.
d. It was stable.

57. M: Have you seen my new dog?


W: Yes. He’s very nice.
Q: How is the woman feel about the dog?
a. She is afraid of it.
b. She likes it.
c. She wants it.
d. She dislikes it.

58. W: I hear that Lt. Winters is joining you.


M: Yes. What kind of person do you think he is?
Q: What does the man want to know about Lt. Winters?
a. who his parents are
b. where he is coming from
c. if he has good character
d. when he is expected to arrive

59. M: I’ll meet you at 10. Where?


W: I have to go to the drugstore. Meet me there. Q:
What does the woman have to do?
a. store some drugs
b. see a doctor
c. buy some medicine
d. buy vegetables

60. M: Did you see the plane?


W: Yes. What do you think the altitude was? Q:
What does the woman want to know?
a. who was flying the plane
b. how fast the plane was going
c. how high the plane was flying
d. where the plane was going

61. M: Which are the main chapters of the book?


W: The third and the fourth.
Q: What do we know about the third and the fourth chapters?
a. They are the most important.
b. They are the shortest.
c. They are the dullest.
d. They are the most difficult.

62. M: I like doing this.


W: I know. But what is your goal?
Q: What does the woman want to know?
a. how long the man has been there.
b. where the man comes from
c. what the man is trying to do
d. when the man started

63. W: Was Tony hurt in the accident?


M: No, but the doctor gave some pills to relax him. Q:
Why did the doctor give Tony the pills?
a. to keep him awake
b. to make him less tense
c. because he is very weak
d. because he had a headache

64. W: How do they get the oil from the storage tank to the ships? M:
They use pipes.
Q: What do they use?
a. trucks
b. containers
c. trains
d. tubes

65. M: How much do I owe you?


W: That’s a dollar and a half.
M: Here are two one-dollar bills. Keep the change. Q:
What has happened?
a. The man gave her one dollar and fifty cents.
b. The man wants some change back.
c. The lady received two dollars.
d. The lady will have to pay him fifty cents.

66. W: The mess hall will be closed for repairs for six day due to last night’s fire. Arrangement had
been made for military students to eat without charge in their respective clubs for the coming
week. Please have your identification with you when you enter the club. According to the
announcement, .
a. students will have to eat off base
b. the mess hall will close for six weeks
c. students will not have to pay for meals
d. all students will eat in the Officer’s Club

67. Dave: Did they get any cigarettes there?


Alan: Yes, they got .
a. any
b. some
c. much
d. nothing

68. My father to San Antonio.


a. didn’t not fly
b. don’t fly
c. didn’t never fly
d. didn’t fly

69. Jack saw Tom at the dance last night.


a. Tom was seen by Jack.
b. Tom wasn’t there last night.
c. He will be at the dance.
d. Jack didn’t go to the dance last night.

70. Though Jane likes to swim, she is not a good swimmer.


a. Jane is a good swimmer and likes to swim.
b. Jane is a good swimmer, but doesn’t like to swim.
c. Jane doesn’t like to swim and she can’t swim well.
d. Jane is not a good swimmer, but she likes to swim.
71. I get paid twice a month. I receive my pay .
a. one time a month
b. two times a month
c. once every ten days
d. every weekend

72. What defense will be used?


a. protection against attack
b. plan of escape
c. set of rules
d. kind of transportation

73. I want to develop my muscles, and that’s why .


a. I’ll eat less food
b. I’ll go to bed late
c. I’ll exercise every day
d. I’ll study hard

74. Please the glasses with water.


a. have filled up
b. filling up
c. will fill
d. fill up

75. Mrs. Miller took the flowers the table.


a. among
b. into
c. from
d. upon

76. in one place for such a long time was very uncomfortable.
a. Sitting
b. Sat
c. Sit
d. For sitting

77. She prepares breakfast for and her husband.


a. himself
b. hers
c. she
d. herself

78. If you get a bargain, you .


a. buy an item at a lower price
b. pay too much money for something
c. buy poor merchandise
d. buy better merchandise

79. Note taking is .


a. writing only the main points
b. carrying messages from one place to another
c. completing short sentences
d. formal English writing

80. If a man doesn’t eat, he will die eventually.


a. right away
b. forever
c. instantly
d. sooner or later

81. This pill is coated with sugar.


a. counted
b. made
c. covered
d. taken

82. I’d like my steak .


a. nice done
b. good done
c. well done
d. best done

83. It will heat up tomorrow. The weather will be .


a. cooler
b. warmer
c. drier
d. wetter

84. We had better eat dinner.


a. Dinner was good.

b. We should eat dinner.


c. Dinner isn’t ready.
d. We ate dinner.

85. If I enough money, I would buy a new car.


a. will have
b. having
c. had
d. have had

86. The thermometer sometimes reads zero.


a. below
b. under
c. behind
d. after

87. Mr. Brown got tired of to so many gripes.


a. to listen
b. listen
c. listening
d. listened

88. The diamond is a beautiful, brilliant gem. Although it is commonly used in engagement
rings, its greatest use is in industry. Today the automotive industry is the main buyer of
industrial diamonds. In fact, there are 15 different uses for this mineral in an automobile
factory.

According to this paragraph, .


a. all diamonds are used in engagement rings
b. 15 minerals are used in automobile factories
c. industrial diamonds are used in automobile factories
d. all diamonds are used in industry

89. The headlines are printed in .


a. ordinary type
b. small type
c. large type
d. little letters

90. Mr. And Mrs. Jackson have their evening paper delivered. The evening paper is .
a. mailed by them
b. bought at newsstand
c. brought to their home
d. sent to the newsstand

91. He spoke rapidly, but the students could understand him well.
a. clearly
b. slow
c. fast
d. interestingly

92. The electrical current is conducted by .


a. rubber
b. wiring diagram
c. resistance
d. copper wire

93. Don’t oppose his interests.


a. be for
b. work against
c. examine
d. protect

94. We tried to ignore the dog.


a. bark
b. barking
c. barked
d. to bark

95. Meat is usually cut and one piece at a time.


a. eat
b. eating
c. eaten
d. ate

96. that a hurricane was headed towards the coast, the honeymooners were forced to change
their final destination.
a. For the purpose
b. In the event
c. In the hope
d. Due to the fact

97. Bob intended to write to his girlfriend as soon as he found the time.
a. pretended
b. planned
c. decided
d. objected

98. I have a loose in this tooth.


a. cavity
b. filling
c. gum
d. toothache

99. We’d better try to straighten this room.


a. off
b. up
c. down
d. to

100. Ms. Warren, the newly hired teacher, was asked to speak extemp concerning her
teaching experiences while in China.
a. -oraneity
b. -orary
c. -orize
d. -oraneously
058

1. Most people like California’s climate. What do they like?


a. the highways
b. the food
c. the weather
d. the cities

2. Joe wanted something to cover his head. What did he want?


a. a jacket
b. shoes
c. gloves
d. a hat

3. What did you think of the music?


a. It was cooked just long enough.
b. It was just the right size.
c. It had a very pleasing melody.
d. It had an interesting shape.

4. Thad’s feeling pretty good. How does he feel?


a. sleepy

b. hungry
c. hot
d. fine

5. Edmund made a mistake.


a. He said something good.
b. He found something new.
c. He read something funny.
d. He did something wrong.

6. Mr. Miller knows what the population of New York is.


a. He knows where New York is.
b. He knows how to get to New York.
c. He knows how many miles away New York is.
d. He knows how many people live in New York.

7. Our enemies are invisible.


a. We can’t defeat them.
b. We can’t see them.
c. They are bigger than we are.
d. They are horrible to look at.

8. The little girl had a problem when she tried to tie her shoes.
a. It was easy for her to tie her shoes.
b. It was difficult for her to tie her shoes.
c. She liked to tie her shoes.
d. She disliked tying her shoes.

9. You can store food in a refrigerator.


a. Food may be bought in a store.
b. Food may be kept in a refrigerator.
c. Food stores buy refrigerators.
d. You can buy it at the food store.

10. Jane selected a book.


a. She read a book.
b. She found a book.
c. She sold a book.
d. She chose a book.

11. How many hands do you have?


a. I have big hands.
b. I have dirty hands.
c. I have two hands.
d. I have strong hands.

12. If the men need aid, they should go to Sgt. Carson. When should the men go to Sgt.
Carson?
a. when they want food
b. when they need a comb
c. when they need tools
d. when they want help

13. How were you able to cross the Atlantic Ocean in such a short time?

a. for $250.00
b. in the month of May
c. less than 10 hours
d. by jet plane

14. Tom arrived at the airport at 6. The plane took off at 7. When did Tom arrive at the airport?
a. too late to see the plane take off
b. seven hours before the plane took off
c. after the plane took off
d. an hour before the plane took off

15. Do you always drive so fast?


a. No, I have never driven slowly.
b. No, only when I am in a hurry.
c. Yes, I would like to drive very much.
d. Yes, or we will be late.

16. Pilots must read their instruments accurately. How must they read them?
a. alone
b. with others
c. correctly
d. quickly

17. Defense was their main concern. What was their main concern?
a. protection
b. recreation
c. information
d. transformation

18. The student said, “I want to cash a check.” What did he want to do?
a. put the money in the bank
b. get some money
c. open an account
d. get a traveler’s check

19. Joe’s friend said, “I have an extra room.”


a. Joe’s friend has a spare room.
b. Joe’s friend has no room.
c. Joe’s friend has a large room.
d. Joe’s friend has only once room.

20. We eat a variety of vegetables every day.


a. We eat different kinds of vegetables daily.
b. We always eat the same vegetables.
c. We eat a vegetable with out meat every day.
d. We only eat one vegetable every day.

21. Carol said, “Let’s go in. I am freezing.” Laura said, “I am too. Let’s go.”
a. Carol wants to go outside.
b. The weather is warm.
c. The weather is very cold.
d. Laura is feeling warm.

22. Trudy must concentrate on her lessons or she will fail.


a. She must go to class until next fall.
b. She must study unconsciously.
c. She must not study too much.
d. She must pay close attention to her lessons.

23. We must hurry with this job.


a. We must work very quietly.
b. We must work very quickly.
c. We must work a very long time.
d. We must work very carefully.

24. After the storm, the electricity was shut off for about an hour.
a. It was turned on.
b. It was kept open.
c. It kept flowing for an hour.
d. It was turned off.

25. The cat must stay out.


a. The cat cannot come down.
b. The cat cannot come in.
c. The cat cannot come across.
d. The cat cannot come around.

26. Why did some women wear perfume?


It good.
a. looks
b. tastes
c. smells
d. sounds

27. Ralph owes a bank a lot of money.


Ralph is in .
a. movies
b. debt
c. class
d. transit

28. Jerry recognized his old friend at the concert.


a. He needed his friend.
b. He made friends.
c. He changed friends.
d. He remembered his friend.

29. John said, “Bill might go to town.” What did John say?
a. Bill is definitely going to town.
b. Bill went to town.
c. Bill isn’t going to town.
d. Bill may go to town.

30. The clock is attached to the wall. Where is the clock?


a. away from the wall
b. hanging on the wall
c. inside the wall
d. on top of the wall

31. The football player was hurt on impact. How did he get hurt?
a. sitting on the bench
b. missing the play
c. hitting the ground
d. staying in bed

32. As Mr. Carson was driving his car, he heard a noise in the back of the car. He stopped to see what it
was. When did he hear a noise?
a. in the back of the car
b. while getting in his car
c. after he stopped his car
d. while driving

33. The accident was caused by the pilot’s blurred vision. What caused the accident?
a. poor eyesight
b. black smoke
c. a thick fog
d. a television tower

34. The tail of the plane was damaged. What part of the plane was damaged?
a. the rear
b. the left side
c. the front
d. the top
35. All systems in an automobile are designed to do a specific job.
a. Each system is the specific job of an engineer.
b. Each system is planned to do a particular job.
c. Each system must have several functions.
d. Designing the system is a particular job.

36. The weather report indicated no precipitation for today.


a. The sun will not shine.
b. It will rain today.
c. There will be no clouds today.
d. It will not rain today.

37. The soldiers rescued the trapped lieutenant.


a. They surrounded him.
b. They saved him.
c. They located him.
d. They captured him.

38. Emily’s first impression of the city was good.


a. Her first question about the city was answered.
b. Her first thoughts of the city were favorable.
c. Her first trip to the city wasn’t that nice.
d. Her first duty in the city was fine.

39. Except for Charles, everyone was present.


a. Everyone was present, even Charles.
b. Everyone was present because of Charles.
c. Everyone was present according to Charles.
d. Everyone was present but Charles.

40. Two lesser-known petroleum products are plastic and insecticides.


a. Petroleum is made of plastic.
b. Insecticides produce petroleum.
c. Plastic is made from petroleum.
d. Plastic produces petroleum.

41. Joe dropped out of Judo class.


a. He continued to attend class.
b. He wanted to start class.
c. He stopped attending class.
d. He was late for class.

42. If she sat next to me on the bus, where did she sit?
a. in front of me
b. behind me
c. beside me
d. across from me

43. Which is a fluid?


a. fire
b. water
c. a car
d. a water pipe

44. My grandmother needs to take a snooze.


a. She’ll go shopping.
b. She’ll go to town.
c. She’ll go to sleep.
d. She’ll go walking.

45. There is a shortage of food.


There’s food.
a. very little
b. delicious
c. greasy
d. abundant

46. The car lost the right front tire. What did the car lose?
a. a bolt from the right wheel
b. the rubber around the wheel
c. the right front window
d. the right front light

47. What is lead?


a. something to wear
b. something to eat
c. a machine
d. a metal

48. Ted said he would have a bit more. How much did he want?
a. a lot more
b. no more
c. a few more
d. a little more

49. Why did the welder use goggles?


a. to protect his feet
b. to protect his hands
c. to protect his hearing
d. to protect his sight

50. The work didn’t require much effort.


a. It was loose.
b. It was easy.
c. It was broken.
d. It was hard.

51. Warm air is less dense than cold air.


a. It is heavier.
b. It is clearer.
c. It is darker.
d. It is lighter.

52. That plane is tremendous.


It is .
a. shaking
b. falling
c. ugly
d. huge

53. Yesterday the wind came from the south and it was warm. Today it is from the north and it is cold.
Why is it cold today?
a. because the wind shifted
b. because the weather is mild
c. because the wind died down
d. because a storm is coming

54. We regret that you had the accident.


a. We are pleased.
b. We feel better.
c. We are nervous.
d. We feel sad.

55. Belinda can’t stand her supervisor.


She can’t him.
a. understand
b. tolerate
c. satisfy
d. influence

56. David’s car is ready to fall apart.


His car is .
a. a rental car
b. in good condition
c. brand new
d. in poor condition

57. M: What is the price of a bus ticket to Houston?


W: Nineteen-fifty.
Q: What did the woman say?
a. The bus will leave at 1950.
b. The cost is nineteen dollars and fifty cents.
c. The bus will arrive in Houston at 1950.
d. Houston is 1,950 miles away.

58. W: Are you ready?


M: I can’t wait to try those potatoes.
Q: What are the man and the woman ready to do?
a. start eating
b. start dancing
c. start dressing
d. start driving

59. W: How can we carry the packages from a car?


M: We can separate the heavy ones from the light ones. Q:
What did the man say?
a. There are too many packages to carry.
b. The car was too small.
c. They could put the packages in two groups.
d. They would leave some packages in the car.

60. W: Why can’t you let me in?


M: I forgot the key.
Q: Why can’t the man and the woman go in?
a. The man won’t let her.
b. The door is locked.
c. No one is there.
d. She has forgotten how.

61. M: What is the prime reason for coming here?


W: I don’t know the prime reason.
Q: What is it that the woman didn’t know?
a. who had the reason
b. the number of reasons
c. the longest reason
d. the most important reason

62. W: Did you move the books?


M: Yes, I thought they would fall.
Q: What did the man think the books would do?
a. drop down
b. pile up
c. roll around
d. push through

63. W: What are your duties, Lt. Parks?


M: My field is telegraphy.

Q: What does Lt. Parks do?


a. He observes and directs artillery fire.
b. He builds military roads and bridges.
c. He sends coded messages over wire.
d. He guides planes in the right direction.

64. W: I need a used car.


M: I can show you this one for only fifteen hundred dollars.
W: May I try it out?
Q: What does the woman want to do?
a. She wants to drive the car.
b. She wants to look at the car.
c. She wants to buy the car.
d. She wants to talk about the car.

65. W: Where should we meet tomorrow? I think the corner will be good.
M: I was going to say the post office. But now I think we’d better meet right here. Q:
Where will the man and the woman probably meet?
a. on the base
b. at the office
c. on the corner
d. at the post office

66. W: He collects rocks from all parts of the world.


M: That’s nice. But do they have any value? Q:
What does the man want to know?
a. Are the rocks unusual?
b. Are they different shapes?
c. Are they hard to find?
d. Are they worth anything?

67. Mr. Clark for that company for 10 years.


a. is working
b. been working
c. has been working
d. is being worked

68. We can do the work.


a. You and Bob.
b. You and I.
c. The men on the farm
d. The students at Bob’s school

69. Select the correct sentence.


a. His friend Fred to the club took.
b. Fred his friend took to the club.
c. Fred to the club his friend took.
d. Fred took his friend to the club.

70. The vegetables were fresh. They were .


a. direct from the garden
b. frozen
c. direct from storage
d. dehydrated

71. People who are interested in fashion like to read about .


a. food
b. clothes
c. entertainment
d. furniture

72. He was trying to get out of the building.


a. paint
b. clean
c. find
d. leave

73. What does “Let’s get going” mean?


a. Let’s begin.
b. Let’s look.
c. Let’s stop.
d. Let’s see.

74. I’m going to stay here.


a. I should stay here.
b. I must stay here.
c. I can stay here.
d. I’ll stay here.

75. The skeleton the human body.


a. supporting
b. supports
c. is supported
d. to support

76. She prepares breakfast for and her husband.


a. himself
b. hers
c. she
d. herself

77. Select the correct sentence.


a. The car started after he checking the tires.
b. After checking the tires, he started the car.
c. The tires after checking he the car started.
d. He after checking the tires, the car started.

78. Samuel was born early in the year 1843. He was born .
a. in January
b. at 1 o’clock
c. in Chicago
d. on Saturday

79. The tape measure is used to measure .


a. distances
b. directions
c. the weight of objects
d. the volume of liquid

80. Miss Garcia did the job properly.


a. with the wrong tools
b. in the right way
c. with some other people
d. in a short time

81. The officer put on his uniform.


a. He hung it on the rack.
b. He sent it to the cleaners.
c. He cleaned it with soap and water.
d. He wore it.

82. The driver violated the .


a. steep curve
b. car parts
c. fuel line
d. safety rules
83. A container is used to something.
a. find
b. buy
c. make
d. hold

84. His mother is that he is in college.


a. pleased
b. pleasing
c. pleaser
d. to please

85. The students soon; otherwise, they will be late for the movie.
a. can arrive
b. were arriving
c. should arrive
d. have arrived

86. My new instructor, Miss Clark, gave me a book .


a. read
b. reading
c. to read
d. to reading

87. The helicopter was forced an emergency landing.


a. made
b. making
c. make
d. to make

88. There are magazines called “digests” which have .


a. condensed forms of articles
b. long detailed reports
c. literary reviews
d. technical reports

89. My headache is getting better.


a. the best
b. more
c. worsening
d. improving

90. I prefer the blue jacket to the black one.


a. I like the black one better.
b. I like the blue jacket just as well as the black one.
c. I like on more than the other.
d. To me one color is as pretty as the other.

91. Enlisted men carry out military orders. They .


a. obey them
b. carry them outside the building
c. write them
d. make others disobey

92. Do you if I turn on the TV?


a. want
b. wish
c. like
d. mind

93. After getting home, we turned in right away.


a. turned around
b. returned
c. went to bed
d. made a turn

94. Bill wasn’t in class this morning. Bob wasn’t there .


a. too
b. neither
c. either
d. both

95. The international news every day at 5:30 p.m.


a. is reported
b. are reported
c. to report
d. have reported

96. If you stop at the BX, me some cigarettes.

a. buy
b. would buy
c. should have bought
d. will buy

97. Two different scales are used to measure atmospheric temperatures. The older Fahrenheit scale is
used mostly by the general public of the U.S. and certain other countries, while the Celsius scale,
or centigrade scale, is used by scientists nearly everywhere. The latter scale records freezing
temperature as 0 degrees.

According to this paragraph, the Celsius scale .


a. measures temperatures in different scales
b. is the same as the Fahrenheit scale
c. registers the freezing point at zero
d. is not often used by scientists

98. Will you please open the desk ?


a. cage
b. key
c. handle
d. drawer
99. The student has gone back to his country for good.
a. for the time being
b. for health
c. permanently
d. in a hurry

100. The evidence presented by the lawyer was not admiss .


a. -ion
b. -ible
c. -ibly
d. -ive

059

1. Where does John live?


a. since 1950
b. at 952 Broadway
c. five hundred dollars
d. a mechanic

2. Baseball, football and basketball are popular sports. But recently boating has become popular.
What has become popular lately?
a. football
b. boating
c. baseball
d. basketball

3. Is this your favorite?


a. Yes, I like it best.
b. Yes, it won’t work.
c. Yes, it’s very hot.
d. Yes, I don’t want it.

4. This is a manufacturing town. Where do most of the people work?


a. on a farm
b. in a factory
c. in a hotel
d. in a restaurant

5. Tom lives in a residential area. Where does he live?


a. in a shopping center
b. in an area of private homes
c. in a large motel
d. over a repair shop

6. Thad’s feeling pretty good. How does he feel?


a. sleepy
b. hungry
c. hot
d. fine

7. This pencil is like that one.


a. One pencil is better.
b. One pencil is smaller.
c. The pencils are similar.
d. The pencils have different lengths.

8. Please pass the salt.


a. Please fill the salt shaker.
b. Don’t use the salt.
c. Put salt on it, please.
d. Please hand me the salt.

9. The manager of the store needs more personnel.


a. He needs more customers.
b. He needs more workers.
c. He needs more merchandise.
d. He needs more money.
10. Ken likes to participate in sports. What does he like to do?
a. watch games
b. see films on sports
c. read about sports
d. take part in sports

11. What should you do when you hear a question?


a. Get it again
b. Repair it immediately
c. Answer it if you can.
d. Pay it as soon as you can.

12. What do you usually do for recreation?


a. work
b. play ball
c. eat supper
d. sleep

13. The container in the closet is marked flammable. What is in it?


a. some clothes
b. a fireproof liquid
c. something that burns easily
d. a liquid with a bad smell

14. I had approximately 10 dollars in my pocket. How much money did I have?
a. exactly ten dollars
b. about ten dollars
c. a lot more than ten dollars
d. much less than ten dollars

15. The cashier gave me some change. What did he give me?
a. cashier’s checks
b. coins
c. different money
d. checks for cash

16. The hotel rooms are expensive.


a. They are big.
b. They are clean.
c. They are comfortable.
d. They are costly.

17. Mrs. Wilson needs a match.


a. She wants to pay the bill.
b. She wants to make a fire.
c. She wants to know the time.
d. She wants to play a game.

18. The little boy lied.


a. He didn’t hide the shoe.
b. He cried.
c. He got sick.
d. He didn’t tell the truth.

19. Harry rejected my offer.


a. He didn’t receive my offer.
b. He didn’t read my offer.
c. He refused my offer.
d. He accepted my offer.

20. The motor sometimes gets over-heated.


a. The motor cools off too fast.
b. The motor becomes too hot.
c. The motor runs too slow.
d. The motor uses too much oil.

21. The school has a new system for teaching students how to type.
a. It has a new method.
b. It has a new typewriter.
c. It has a new instructor.
d. It has a new textbook.

22. You’ll work independently on this project.


a. You’ll have a partner.
b. You’ll do it alone.
c. You’ll have a problem.
d. You’ll do it fast.

23. Take your time.


a. Don’t hurry.
b. Look at your watch.
c. Come now.
d. Begin immediately.

24. The cat must stay out.


a. The cat cannot come down.
b. The cat cannot come in.
c. The cat cannot come across.
d. The cat cannot come around.

25. We ran into a lot of traffic at the airport.


a. We encountered traffic.
b. We did not see any traffic.
c. We glanced at the traffic.
d. We passed the traffic.

26. I get up every morning at 7.


a. I eat at 7:00.
b. I stay up until 7:00.
c. I don’t stay in bed after 7:00.
d. My roommate wakes me at 7 :15.

27. He looked over his notes.


a. He copied his notes.
b. He reviewed his notes.
c. He saw his notes.
d. He left his notes.

28. Mike did his work with care.


a. Mike was the first to finish.
b. Mike tied his work together.
c. Mike is very old.
d. Mike is a good worker.
29. John said, “Bill might go to town.” What did John say?
a. Bill is definitely going to town.
b. Bill went to town.
c. Bill isn’t going to town.
d. Bill may go to town.

30. Tom will be trained to do the job. What will happen to Tom?
a. He will teach the job.
b. He will be ordered to do it.
c. He will be tired form the job.
d. He will be taught how to do the job.

31. This box is made of alloy. What is it made of?


a. metal
b. pieces
c. a strong new plastic
d. a natural product

32. What does that pipe carry?


a. twelve men
b. bricks
c. water
d. heavy bundles

33. Mr. Jones will employ a young man. What will Mr. Jones do?
a. like him
b. hire him
c. question him
d. follow him

34. What’s the function of this switch?

a. It’s only a very small part.


b. It’s used only once a day.
c. It’s electrical.
d. It’s used to turn on the motor.

35. The ride was bumpy. How was the ride?


a. smooth
b. fast
c. rough
d. comfortable

36. Particles of wood were found in oil. What was found in the oil?
a. small pieces of wood
b. one piece of wood
c. something like wood
d. large chunks of food

37. Wesley took a seat in the front row at the opera. What did he do?
a. He walked to the front row.
b. He carried a chair to the front row.
c. He sat down in the front row.
d. He took his friend to the front row.

38. Robert said, “I am going to keep the book.”


a. Robert has no books.
b. Robert is reading the book.
c. Robert wants the book.
d. Robert will give the book away.

39. It takes 15 minutes to record the tape.


a. The recording will start in 15 minutes.
b. The recording is 15 minutes long.
c. The tape speed is 15 feet per minute.
d. The tape recorder can be used in 15 minutes.

40. The clerk’s work was accurate.


a. He didn’t make any mistakes.
b. His work had a lot of errors.
c. His work wasn’t valuable.
d. His work was unfinished.

41. I saw the man sinking.


a. I saw him walking.
b. I saw him going down.
c. I saw him running.
d. I saw him drinking.

42. The book is very dull.


a. It is short.
b. It isn’t interesting.
c. It isn’t very long.
d. It has a nice cover.

43. Emily’s first impression of the city was good.


a. Her first question about the city was answered.
b. Her first thoughts of the city were favorable.
c. Her first trip to the city wasn’t that nice.
d. Her first duty in the city was fine.

44. The pill brought John some relief.


a. He became hungry.
b. He felt very sad.
c. He had less pain.
d. He became thirsty.

45. Let’s wind up this job as soon as possible.


a. Let’s start it.
b. Let’s finish it.
c. Let’s turn it around.
d. Let’s start the fan.
46. Tools should be protected against moisture. What should they be protected against?
a. dry weather
b. dampness
c. oil and grease
d. improper use

47. We are having abnormal weather for this time of year. What are we having?
a. typical weather
b. unusual weather
c. bad weather
d. nice weather

48. The woman told her daughter to spread out the table cloth on the table. What was the
daughter told to do with the table cloth?
a. fold it up
b. stretch it out
c. roll it up
d. take it away

49. If Jim had had the money, he would have loaned it to Larry.
a. Jim has the money.
b. Jim loaned Larry the money.
c. Larry doesn’t need the money.
d. Jim didn’t have the money.

50. Sylvia poured the coffee.


a. She filled the cup with coffee.
b. She drank the coffee from a cup.
c. She made the coffee in a pot.
d. She warmed the coffee on the stove.

51. Mrs. Powell told her students that they had missed the point.
a. They didn’t understand.
b. They couldn’t hear well.
c. They knew what she said.
d. They lost something.

52. The plane encountered a strong tailwind. Which direction did the wind come from?
a. the front
b. the back
c. the right side
d. the left side

53. How does he make his living?


a. He goes to the movies after work.
b. He walks around the block.
c. He works at the base.
d. He eats the proper food.

54. William thanked the woman for her help.


a. He was regretful.
b. He was helpful.
c. He was grateful.
d. He was resentful.
55. Belinda can’t stand her supervisor.
She can’t him.
a. understand
b. tolerate
c. satisfy
d. influence

56. The downtown area was neglected.


The area was .
a. beautiful
b. deteriorated
c. faraway
d. divided

57. W: I hear that Lt. Winters is joining you.


M: Yes. What kind of person do you think he is?
Q: What does the man want to know about Lt. Winters?
a. who his parents are
b. where he is coming from
c. if he has good character
d. when he is expected to arrive

58. W: What do you do for a living?


M: I’m a pilot in the air force. What’s your job?
W: I’m a professor at the university.
Q: What are they discussing?
a. their hobbies
b. their professions
c. their techniques
d. their possessions

59. W: Is the machine ready to run?

M: Almost. It still needs fuel.


Q: What does the machine need?
a. a source of energy
b. a steering device
c. a job to do
d. a way of stopping

60. W: And after that, what did the soldiers do?


M: They took off their shirts.
Q: What did the man say about the soldiers?
a. that they had washed their shirts
b. that they removed their shirts
c. that they arranged their shirts
d. that they recovered their shirts

61. W: Would you please hand me the scissors? M:


Yes, of course.
Q: What’s the woman want to do?
a. butter some bread
b. sew a button on
c. cut some cloth
d. measure some material

62. W: This restaurant is very crowded.


M: I know. But there is reservation for us.
Q: What does the man mean?
a. Places are being saved for them.
b. Large crowds don’t bother them.
c. A special meal is being prepared for them.
d. There is a crowd there to greet them.

63. M: Why won’t this equipment run?


W: Because there is a short circuit in it.
Q: What did the woman mean?
a. The electricity isn’t flowing properly.
b. Some parts need lubrication.
c. There isn’t enough fuel.
d. It’s been running too long.

64. W: I didn’t know you were in the hotel.


M: Well, I am going to check out now.
Q: What is the man going to do?
a. look over the hotel
b. leave the hotel
c. get some money
d. go to bed

65. W: Jim certainly looks happy.


M: Yes, he does. His wife just gave birth. Q:
Why is Jim happy?
a. His wife just bought him a present.
b. He and his wife are going on a trip.
c. His wife helps him in his work.
d. He has just become a new father.

66. M: Can you meet me at the restaurant, Mary? W:


Yes, it is a very convenient place.
Q: Why will they meet at the restaurant?
a. Mary can go there very easily.
b. It’s a good place to eat.
c. Not many people go there.
d. Mary has never been there before.

67. We would like to go to Mexico for a vacation.


a. We don’t’ enjoy vacations in Mexico.
b. We are allowed to go to Mexico.
c. We want to go to Mexico.
d. We must go to Mexico.

68. The salesclerk said, “Would you like to buy something else?” If the student doesn’t want to buy
anything else, what should he say?
a. Yes, nothing, thank you.
b. No, nothing else, thank you.
c. Yes, something else, please.
d. No, anything else, please.

69. Kent: Would you please keep an eye on my car while I’m inside?
Scott: Sure, I .
a. will an eye keep on it
b. an eye will keep on it
c. will keep an eye on it
d. will keep on it an eye

70. Mrs. Miller is getting ready for the trip.


a. preparing for
b. cancelling
c. hoping to make
d. postponing

71. The woman worked in her garden. She was .


a. planting seeds
b. baking bread
c. sewing clothes
d. dusting furniture

72. The propeller rotates at a very fast rate.


a. turns
b. closes
c. stops
d. starts

73. It was a decision of major importance.


a. small
b. great
c. some
d. military

74. Bill should review this lesson again.


a. can
b. could
c. ought to
d. may

75. The man was his dinner.


a. eaten
b. eat
c. ate
d. eating

76. There is a short circuit because a wire is broken. To repair it, the wire .
a. has soldered
b. must be soldered
c. must solder
d. will solder
77. The trouble by the mechanic.
a. was located
b. located
c. was locating
d. was to locate

78. Harry and I don’t eat lunch at the snack bar .


a. still
b. already
c. anymore
d. since

79. Don: Will you and your friend both come to the party?
Allen: Yes, .
a. I will come
b. he will come
c. we will come together
d. we will see him

80. Did you recognize me in my costume?


a. admire
b. laugh at
c. know
d. envy

81. The tape measure is used to measure .


a. distances
b. directions
c. the weight of objects
d. the volume of liquid

82. Mrs. Garcia told her husband she didn’t have a suitable dress for the big party.
a. a clean
b. a long enough
c. the right kind of
d. a new

83. When you don’ t sense anything that is going on about you, you are .
a. unconscious
b. sensible
c. alert
d. prosperous

84. All of the people contacted were to come to the meeting. The people who were
to come to the meeting.
a. had been contacted
b. would be contacted
c. had contacted the others
d. should have contacted the others

85. It was cloudy this morning, but .


a. it doesn’t rain
b. it rains
c. didn’t it rain
d. it didn’t rain

86. Robert: Does he brush his teeth every day?


Sally: Yes, he always his teeth.
a. brush
b. brushing
c. brushed
d. brushes
87. I’ll be looking forward to you soon.
a. seen
b. having seen
c. saw
d. seeing

88. Joe rides the bus rather than the train. He says the bus is faster and is as comfortable as the
train.
a. He believes the train is more comfortable.
b. He thinks the bus travels faster.
c. The bus is more comfortable.
d. He prefers the train to the bus.

89. There are magazines called “digests” which have .


a. condensed forms of articles
b. long detailed reports
c. literary reviews
d. technical reports

90. I prefer the blue jacket to the black one.


a. I like the black one better.
b. I like the blue jacket just as well as the black one.
c. I like one more than the other.
d. To me one color is as pretty as the other.

91. She doesn’t mind doing the dishes. She doesn’t .


a. object to it
b. like to
c. want to
d. pay attention to it

92. Never a lamp too near a curtain.


a. sit
b. set
c. sat
d. seat

93. The deer the fence to get into the vegetable garden.
a. arranged to
b. stood up
c. leaped over
d. climb into

94. Do you go to the city library?


a. how
b. can
c. ever
d. never

95. If you stop at the BX, me some cigarettes.


a. buy
b. would buy
c. should have bought
d. will buy

96. that a hurricane was headed towards the coast, the honeymooners were forced to change
their final destination.
a. For the purpose
b. In the event
c. In the hope
d. Due to the fact

97. The National Honor Society is an American organization for high school boys and girls.
Members are selected on the basis of scholarship, leadership, citizenship, service, and character.

According to this paragraph, .


a. all high school students are members of this society
b. membership in this society is determined mainly by educational achievement
c. high school students can become members automatically
d. several factors are considered in selecting students for this society

98. Anna: Would you please switch the plates?


Carl: Certainly, I’ll .
a. exchange them
b. turn them over
c. break them
d. clean them

99. What is your favorite song in the show so far?


a. at this distance
b. to the very last
c. until now
d. finally

100. He has to get by with what he has.


a. manage
b. suffer
c. buy
d. be careful
060

1. Jim went to town yesterday with his friend to buy a pair of shoes. Where did he go?
a. yesterday
b. to town
c. with his friend
d. Jim did

2. I will allow my son to go to town. What will I do?


a. permit him to go
b. make him stay home
c. let him play at home
d. help him study his lessons

3. The climate in that country is nice. What’s nice about that country?
a. the people
b. the mountains
c. the weather
d. the food

4. The policeman explained the traffic laws to the group. What did he talk about?
a. paying taxes
b. voting in elections
c. driving regulations
d. robbery

5. The two objects are made from same mold. How did they look?
a. different
b. alive
c. alike
d. difficult

6. If it clears up, we can have our picnic.


a. We can have a picnic even if it rains.
b. We can have a picnic if the bus comes.
c. We can have a picnic if the day is nice.
d. We can have a picnic if the food comes.

7. Mr. Richards employs a lot of people.


a. A lot of people work for Mr. Richards.
b. A lot of people live with Mr. Richards.
c. A lot of people agree with Mr. Richards.
d. A lot of people listen to Mr. Richards.

8. The water in this lake often freezes.


a. The water becomes salty.
b. The water becomes muddy.
c. The water becomes ice.
d. The water leaks out.

9. Many accidents take place in heavy traffic.


a. Accidents happen at yellow lights.
b. Accidents occur when there are many cars.
c. Accidents are cut down during the night.
d. Accidents increase when the lights are red.

10. She took off her coat.


a. She removed her coat.
b. She bought her coat.
c. She held her coat.
d. She sold her coat.

11. The children went to the zoo Saturday. What did they see?
a. monkeys
b. tennis
c. cartoons
d. comedies

12. Mr. Smith went to town in a taxi yesterday to see his doctor. How did he go?
a. to see his doctor
b. to town
c. yesterday
d. by taxi

13. Sgt White was driving a brand new car. He heard a loud noise. He stopped to see what it was.
When did he hear a noise?
a. while getting in his car
b. while driving his car
c. when he first saw the car
d. after he stopped his car

14. What do you usually do for recreation?


a. work
b. play ball
c. eat supper
d. sleep
15. The officer ordered, “Come here.” What should the soldier do?
a. stand at attention
b. move toward the officer
c. move to the rear
d. salute the officer

16. Sam arrived at the theater at one. But the movie didn’t begin until three. How long did he have
to wait?
a. 3 o’clock
b. for no one
c. two hours
d. because it was late

17. I took the tire to the service station and had the mechanic inflate it. What did the mechanic do?
a. He refilled my tank.
b. He filled the tire with air.
c. He patched the tire.
d. He removed the tire.

18. The teacher asked, “What are the properties of water?” What does she want to know?
a. how it is used
b. who uses it
c. what its characteristics are
d. where it is found
19. Tom said, “That wire is not insulated.” What did Tom mean?
a. The wire is not good.
b. The wire is not covered for protection.
c. The wire is not carrying electricity.
d. The wire is not visible.

20. The student is looking at the rainbow. What is he looking at?


a. a drop of water
b. colors in the sky
c. a waterproof coat
d. a stub from a ticket

21. John said, “It’s nine a.m. and I am leaving right away.” When was he leaving?
a. after a while
b. immediately
c. at noon
d. before 9:00

22. The entire class is going to leave for the United States.
a. Many will go.
b. A few will go.
c. Some will go.
d. They will all go.

23. The electric power failed last night.


a. It came on.
b. It grew stronger.
c. It grew weaker.
d. It went off.
24. Mr. Jackson picked out the best tool for his job.
a. He sold the best tool.
b. He overlooked the best tool.
c. He chose the best tool.
d. He didn’t see the best tool.

25. I told Tom to get up right away.


a. He was washing.
b. He was in bed.
c. He was driving.
d. He was dressing.

26. Be careful to remove the flammables from the box. What should you remove from the box?
a. things that can catch fire.
b. things that can get dirty
c. things that can change color
d. things that can get rusty

27. Frank’s hand was crushed in the accident. What happened to his hand?
a. Many bones were broken.
b. It was badly burned.
c. The muscles were strong.
d. It was cut off completely.

28. You should keep these letters.


a. You should mail them.
b. You should destroy them.
c. You should save them.
d. You should throw them away.

29. Mary wants to serve in a hospital. What did she want to do in a hospital?
a. buy some medicine

b. see a doctor
c. give some help
d. get a private room

30. Mary bought a pair of shoes for 14 dollars plus 20 cents tax. How much did the shoes cost
without the tax?
a. $14.00
b. $14.20
c. $13.80
d. $13.98

31. The man asked his friend to make up her mind. What did he ask her to do?
a. decide what she wanted
b. think about it
c. not to bother him
d. change her method

32. You’ll succeed if you stick to your work. What should you do to succeed?
a. change jobs often
b. avoid distraction
c. go to school
d. eat well

33. He is the author of these books.


a. He wrote these books.
b. These books are not his.
c. He didn’t write these books.
d. He bought these books.

34. Sarah has completed high school and will go to college in September.
a. She is halfway through high school.
b. She is through with high school.
c. She is starting high school.
d. She isn’t going to go to college.

35. If this student makes over 90 on the test, he will be language qualified.
a. He made under 90.
b. He was language qualified.
c. He won’t be language qualified.
d. He may be language qualified.

36. I had just left the office when you called.


a. I left only a minute before you called.
b. You called before I left.
c. My office is to the left.
d. I entered the office just as you called.

37. The wires were hidden between walls.


a. You could see the wires.
b. The wires were in front of the walls.
c. You could not see the wires.
d. The wires were outside the walls.

38. We had to skip chapter three because there wasn’t enough time.
a. We read it thoroughly.
b. We studied it carefully.
c. We omitted it entirely.
d. We had sufficient time.

39. I substituted for my brother while he was ill.


a. I did his work.
b. I bought medicine for him.
c. I looked after him.
d. I wrote to him.

40. The group broke up the party at 9 o’clock.


a. The group started the party on time.
b. The party was postponed at 9 o’clock.
c. The party ended at 9 o’clock.
d. The group was divided according to instructions.
41. Roy checked out this morning.
a. He came this morning.
b. He left this morning.
c. He was given some money this morning.
d. He was out of cash this morning.

42. The thief was released by the police.


a. The police took him in.
b. The police worked him over.
c. The police let him go.
d. The police followed him.

43. Mary’s deaf.


a. She can’t hear.
b. She can’t walk.
c. She can’t talk.
d. She can’t see.

44. John speaks English as well as I do.


a. I speak better English than John.
b. John speaks better English than I.
c. John and I speak English equally well.
d. I cannot speak English at all.

45. An opportunity like that is not to be sneezed at.


a. You should forget about it.
b. You should take advantage of it.
c. You shouldn’t talk about it.
d. You shouldn’t go to the doctor.

46. What are hammers used for?


a. to drive nails
b. to bend or cut wire
c. to turn screws
d. to cut wood

47. Man is able to survive at very high altitude. What can he do there?
a. fly
b. live
c. expire
d. float

48. We are having a thundershower. What are we having?


a. a storm
b. a bath
c. a harvest day
d. a sunny day

49. Last week Mr. Jackson reported on the new substance. What did he report on?
a. the new procedure
b. the new theory
c. the new situation
d. the new material

50. Johnny went away to hide. Why did he go away?


a. so everybody would follow him
b. so he could finish some business
c. so he could visit his friends
d. so nobody would find him

51. Sarah told me that I was stupid and lazy. Why was I angry at Sarah?
a. because of her remark
b. because of her appearance
c. because of her memory
d. because of her influence

52. Lay off! He’s not happy.


a. Get off. He’s not happy.
b. Continue. He’s not happy.
c. Sing. He’s not happy.
d. Stop. He’s not happy.

53. Why does Jane have goose bumps?


a. because she is angry
b. because she is cold
c. because she is tired
d. because she is warm

54. What caused the car wheel to wobble?


a. It was balanced.
b. It was new.
c. It was unbalanced.
d. It was stable.

55. The drawing has many vertical lines. Which way did the lines go?

a. from left to right


b. up and down
c. from one corner to the center
d. around the drawing

56. Are you bored already?


a. Yes, I’ve lost interest.
b. Yes, there are two here.
c. Yes, there’s a hole in it.
d. Yes, I’ve already eaten.

57. W: Do you like sports?


M: Yes, I enjoy nearly all sports. But golf is my favorite. Q:
What does the man say about golf?
a. Golf is the most difficult sport for him.
b. Golf is the sport he likes the most.
c. Golf is the sport he is least interested in.
d. Golf is the sport he practices the most.
58. W: I don’t know what that means?
M: You should use a dictionary.
Q: What does the man want the woman to use?
a. a special book
b. a ruler
c. good manners
d. a pair of glasses

59. W: Does the plane stop at Dallas?


M: I guess it does.
Q: What does the man mean?
a. He doesn’t want the plane to stop at Dallas.
b. He doesn’t think that the plane stops at Dallas.
c. He doesn’t care if the plane stops at Dallas.
d. He doesn’t know if the plane stops at Dallas.

60. W: Who do you think is right? Your sister or me? M:


I think I’ll stay neutral.
Q: What is the man telling the woman?
a. She is wrong.
b. He will remain at home.
c. He will not be there.
d. He will not say who is right.

61. M: My friend lives in the city.


W: Is she married?
Q: What does the woman want to know?
a. if she lives in the city
b. if she knows the man
c. if she has a husband
d. if she has a job

62. M: What are you waiting for?


W: For you to apologize.
Q: What does she expect the man to do?
a. introduce her
b. tell her he is sorry
c. leave the room
d. open the door for her

63. W: How do you find out about the news?


M: It was broadcast.
Q: How did the man find out the news?
a. He listened to it on the radio.
b. He learned about it from a friend.
c. He read about it in a newspaper.
d. His brother told him about it.
64. W: How do they get the oil from the storage tank to the ship? M:
They use pipes.
Q: What did they use?
a. trucks
b. containers
c. trains
d. tubes

65. M: What’s Peter’s house like?


W: It is huge.
Q: What did she say about the house?
a. His house is big.
b. His house is pretty.
c. His house is old.
d. His house is modern.

66. M: What happened to your coat?


W: It wore out.
Q: What did the woman mean?
a. Her coat got lost.
b. Her coat got stolen.
c. Her coat got dirty.
d. Her coat got old.

67. Ed: How long has Mr. Rivers studied English?


Tom: he for one month.
a. studies
b. is studying
c. will study
d. has been studying

68. I am a student. The instructor teaches me.


a. I am teaching the student.
b. I am taught by the instructor.
c. I teach the instructor.
d. I am not taught by the instructor.

69. How you like the weather in Texas?


a. do
b. are
c. have
d. must

70. The river has its origin in Minnesota.


a. waterfalls
b. ports
c. end
d. beginning

71. The singer is very popular


a. The singer sings badly.
b. Many people like to listen to the singer.
c. The singer sings folk music.
d. People who like the singer are intelligent.

72. A man who cashes a check wants it .


a. deposited
b. changed for money
c. mailed
d. saved

73. Man has known about petroleum for many centuries.


a. hundreds of years
b. thousands of years
c. several years
d. many decades

74. She get to the dance last night.


a. shouldn’t
b. couldn’t
c. can’t
d. won’t

75. It is against regulations food in your room.


a. to had
b. to have
c. to having
d. have

76. Tom had the chair from the office.


a. removes
b. to remove
c. removing
d. removed

77. Select the correct sentence.


a. We will go on a picnic if it doesn’t rain.
b. If we will go on a picnic, it doesn’t rain.
c. If we doesn’t go on a picnic, it will rain.
d. We if it will rain doesn’t go on a picnic.

78. For billions of years, the sun, which is a large star, has been burning intensely without
dissipating itself. The reason for this unique action is the performance of thermonuclear reaction
which gives off heat and energy without a great loss of fuel. The light and warmth that we enjoy
each day are a result of the sun’s thermonuclear reaction.

According to this paragraph, the sun .


a. gets hotter
b. emits heat and energy
c. gets cooler
d. is dissipating intensely
79. Learning a second language requires a great deal of determination and effort. A person must
concentrate on the material. The learner must immerse himself.

According to this paragraph, .


a. it is easy to learn a second language
b. a person need only listen to learn a second language
c. second language learning demands hard work
d. occasional studying results in second language learning

80. The best fire prevention system is good .


a. cooking
b. housekeeping
c. painting
d. flooring

81. The principal was appointed by the board of education.


a. named
b. replaced
c. educated
d. instructed

82. Why don’t you use your head when you drive?
a. think
b. be quick
c. use your eyesight
d. use your hat

83. The inch, foot, and yard are measurements.


a. quality
b. linear
c. weight
d. volume

84. Visiting with Americans you an opportunity to speak English.


a. to give
b. gives
c. giving

d. given

85. Not much about the matter since that time.


a. to say
b. is saying
c. has been said
d. have to say

86. In any physical fitness program, self-discipline must be .


a. emphasize
b. to emphasize
c. emphasized
d. emphasizing

87. You should use a pen your checks.


a. to writing
b. of writing
c. for writing
d. for write

88. Joe rides the bus rather than the train. He says the bus is faster and is as comfortable as the
train.
a. He believes the train is more comfortable.
b. He thinks the bus travels faster.
c. The bus is more comfortable.
d. He prefers the train to the bus.

89. I will probably eat my lunch before I leave.


a. want to
b. should
c. will likely
d. must

90. Silver, for instance, is a good conductor.


a. for a moment
b. for example
c. instantly
d. for necessity

91. Don’t oppose his interests.


a. be for
b. work against
c. examine
d. protect

92. The path is so narrow that .


a. I’m tired
b. I must walk behind you
c. it’s damaging my shoes
d. I can see for miles

93. Paul took his clothes to the cleaners and told the clerk to deliver them when they were ready.
Paul wants the clerk to .
a. put a special finish on the clothes

b. have the clothes taken to his house


c. throw the clothes away because they are too old
d. come get Paul’s clothes to be cleaned

94. Mississippi River flows southward.


a. , the
b. The, the
c. The,
d. ,

95. I am tired reading. Let’s go for a walk.


a. to
b. of
c. by
d. for

96. The wind’s effect on an airplane while it is on the ground is different when it is flying.
a. so
b. compared
c. to
d. from

97. Don’t that old shirt; it will make a good cleaning rag.
a. wipe
b. discard
c. describe
d. polish

98. The animal died because it was underfed and .


a. overworked
b. underway
c. overcooked
d. undercover

99. The woman was seized.


a. harmed
b. captured
c. destroyed
d. aided

100. You can always count Jerry to do the right thing.


a. on
b. for
c. by
d. to
ᒫ 2 殷҅120 ‫ و‬殷

You might also like