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CHUYÊN ĐỀ TỪ ĐỒNG NGHĨA, TRÁI NGHĨA 19: The last week of classes is always very busy because students are taking examinations,
I. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning making applications to the University, and extending their visas.
to the underlined part in each of the following questions. A. hectic B. eccentric C. fanatic D. prolific
1: He was asked to account for his presence at the scene of crime. 20: The drought was finally over as the fall brought in some welcome rain.
A. complain B. exchange C. explain D. arrange A. heatware B. harvest C. summer D. aridity
2: The teacher gave some suggestions on what could come out for the examination. 21:When their rent increased from 200 to 400 a month, they protested against such a
A. effects B. symptoms C. hints D. demonstrations tremendous increase.
3: I’ll take the new job whose salary is fantastic. A. light B. huge C. tiring D. difficult
A. reasonable B. acceptable C. pretty high D. wonderful 22: In1952, Akihito was officially proclaimed heir to the Japanese throne.
4: I could see the finish line and thought I was home and dry. A. installed B. declared C. denounced D. advised
A. hopeless B. hopeful C. successful D. unsuccessful 23: The augmentation in the population has created a fuel shortage.
5: Carpets from countries such as Persia and Afghanistan often fetch high prices in the United A. increase B. necessity C. demand D. decrease
States. 24: If we had taken his sage advice, we wouldn’t be in so much trouble now.
A. Artifacts B. Pottery C. Rugs D. Textiles A. willing B. sturdy C. wise D. eager
6: Though many scientific breakthroughs have resulted from mishaps it has taken brilliant 25: A mediocre student who gets low grades will have trouble getting into an Ivy League
thinkers to recognize their potential. college.
A. accidents B. misunderstandings C. incidentals D. misfortunes A. average B. lazy C. moronic D. diligent
7: The shopassistant was totally bewildered by the customer's behavior. 26: The politician’s conviction for tax fraud jeopardized his future in public life.
A. disgusted B. puzzled C. angry D.upset A. rejuvenated B. penalized C. jettisoned D. endangered
8: He didn't bat an eyelid when he realized he failed the exam again. 27: This is the instance where big, obvious non-verbal signals are appropriate.
A.wasn't happy B.didn't want to see C.didn't show surprise D.didn't care A. situation B. attention C. place D. matter
9: RalphNader was the most prominent leader of theU.S consumer protection movement. 28: He had never experienced such discourtesy towards the president as it occurred at the
A. casual B. significant C. promiscuous D.aggressive annual meeting in May.
10: Tourists today flock to see the two falls that actually constitute Niagara falls. A. politeness B. rudeness C. encouragement D. measurement
A. come without knowing what they will see B. come in large numbers 29: Parents interpret facial and vocal expressions as indicators of how a baby is feeling.
C. come out of boredom D. come by plane A. translate B. understand C. read D. comprehend
11: Around 150 B.C. the Greek astronomer Hipparchus developed a system to classify stars 30: The law applies to everyone irrespective of race, creed, or colour.
according to brightness. A. disrespectful B. regardless C. considering D. in spite
A. record B. shine C. categorize D. diversify 31: His patents completely believe in him. He can do things at random.
12: She is always diplomatic when she deals with angry students. A. at stake B. at will C. at once D. at hand
A. strict B. outspoken C. firm D. tactful 32: Have you ever read about a famous general in Chinese history who was very incredulous?
13: Roget's Thesaurus , a collection of English words and phrases, was originally arranged by A. unimaginable B. excellent C. incredible D. skeptical
the ideas They express rather than by alphabetical order. 33: The organization has the authority to manage and regulate new and existing free trade
A. restricted B. aswellas C. unless D. instead of agreements, to supervise world trade practices and to settle trade disputes among member
14:With the dawn of space exploration, the notion that atmospheric conditions on Earth may be states.
unique In the solar system was strengthened. A. prolong B. strengthen C. reconcile D. augment
A. outcome B. continuation C. beginning D. expansion 34: With its various activities, the Camp has set up a stronger regional identity by raising
15:Let's wait here for her; I'm sure she'll turn up before long. youth’s awareness of Southeast Asia’s history and heritage.
A. arrive B. return C. enter D. visit A. heredity B. tradition C. endowment D. bequest
16:This tape stry has a very complicated pattern. 35: All the presentations and activities at the ASEAN Youth in January 2006 Camp echoed that
A. obsolete B. intricate C. ultimate D. appropriate theme named “Water and the Arts”.
17:During the Great Depression, there were many wanderers who traveled on the railroads and A. reflected B. mentioned C. illustrated D. remembered
Camped along the tracks. 36: As a government official, Benjamin Franklin often traveled abroad.
A. veterans B. tyros C. vagabonds D. zealots A. widely B. secretly C. alone D. overseas
18:We decided to pay for the furniture on the installment plan. 37: American poet James Merrily received critical acclaim for his work entitled Jim's Book.
A. monthly payment B. cash and carry C. credit card D. piece by piece A. advice B. disapproval C. praise D. attention

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38: The lost hikers stayed alive by eating wild berries and drinking spring water. 58: Many scientists agree that global warming poses great threats to all species on Earth.
A. connived B. survived C. surprised D. revived A. risks B. annoyances C. fears D. irritations
39: During the earthquake, a lot of buildings collapsed, which killed thousands of people. 59: I think the medicine is beginning to wear off.
A. went off accidentally B. fell down unexpectedly A. stop being effective B. take effect C. be put in a bottle D. be swallowed
C. exploded suddenly D. erupted violently 60: "What I've got to say to you now is strictly off the record and most certainly not for
40: My mom is always bad-tempered when I leave my room untidy. publication," said the government official to the reporter.
A. feeling embarrassed B. talking too much A. beside the point B. not recorded C. not popular D. not yet official
C. very happy and satisfied D. easily annoyed or irritated 61: A lack of qualifications can be a major obstacle to finding a job.
41: Smoking has been banned in public places in some countries. A. impediment B. encouragement C. impetus D. assistance
A. made illegal B. limited C. restricted D. given way 62: The whole village was wiped out in the bombing raids.
42: Sometimes when I hear the news, I feel very miserable. A. change completely B.cleaned well C. destroyed completely D. removed quickly
A. confused B. frightened C. upset D. disappointed 63: The warranty guaranteed that all defective parts would be replaced without charge.
43: A woman had a narrow escape when the car came round the corner. A. imperfect B. dorsal C. lost D. unused
A. was hurt B. was nearly hurt C. ran away D. bumped into the car 64: The music is what makes the movie so memorable.
44: The rocket steepened its ascent. A. incredible B. unforgettable C. eventful D. remarkable
A. descent B. decent C. decant D. dissent 65: Mountain people of adjoining nations have great deal in common because terrain and
45: The plane landed safely. climate mould their lives similarly.
A. touched down B. took off C. Both A and B D. Neither A nor B A. friendly B. distant C. neighboring D. developing
46: There was nothing they could do but leave the car at the roadside where it had broken 66: We have lived there for years and grown fond of the surroundings. That is why we do not
down. want to leave.
A. except B. instead of C. than D. unless A. planted many trees in the surroundings B. haunted by the surroundings
47: The boy was brought up with a family in the countryside. C. loved the surroundings D. possessed by the surroundings
A. reared B. bred C. raised D. grown 67: His new work has enjoyed a very good review from critics and readers.
48: Snow forced many drivers to abandon their vehicles. A. viewing B. regard C. look D. opinion
A. leave B. stop C. sell D. hide 68: Such problems as haste and inexperience are a universal feature of youth.
49: He drives me to the edge because he never stops talking. A. marked B. shared C. hidden D. separated
A. irritates me B. steers me C. moves me D.frightens me 69: The doctor was sued for bad treatment.
50. I was working for a trucking company and the owner wanted me to do extra work on top of A. mistreatment B. malpractice C. misdemeanour D. maltreatment
my job as a mechanic. 70: Laws on military service since 1960 still hold good.
A. including B. next to C. in addition to D. except for A. is in good condition B. remains for good C. stands in life D. remains in effect
51. “Is seems too good to be true. Do you think that Mr. John is on the level?” 71: In astronomy, a scale of magnitude from one to six denotes the brightness of astar.
A. talented B. honest C. intelligent D. dishonest A. signifies B. predicts C. contrasts D. examines
52: The air conditioner Mary has just bought is very hard to use. 72: Don’t you ever mention that matter again. I will not hear anything of it.
A. boring B. difficult C. simple D. easy A. touch on B. put off C. take in D. go on
53: Let's wait here for her; I'm sure she'll turn up before long. 73: It was too late to stop the panic that had resulted from the false news report.
A. return B. arrive C. visit D. enter A. enthralled B. ensured C. ensued D. entailed
54: The notice should be put in the most conspicuous place so that all the students can be well- 74: The newscaster gave a concise account of the strategy.
informed. A. complicated and intricate B. short and clear
A. popular B. suspicious C. easily seen D. beautiful C. sad and depressing D. long and detailed20
55: I think we have solved this problem once and for all. 75: Married couples can get a divorce if they find they are not compatible.
A. forever B. for goods C. temporarily D. in the end A. able to share an apartment or house B. able to budget their money
56: The works of such men as the English philosophers John Locke and Thomas Hobbes helped C. capable of living harmoniously D. capable of having children
pave the way for academic freedom in the modern sense. 76: Fruit is customarily treated with sulfur prior to drying to reduce any color change.
A. terminate B. prevent C. initiate D. lighten A. previous to B. at the time of C. in front of D. subsequent to
57: E-cash cards are the main means of all transactions in a cashless society. 77: There is nothing to make it likely or certain that he will be at the party.
A. cash-starved B. cash-strapped C. cash-in-hand D. cash-free A. proof B. promise C. guarantee D. fact

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78: The dog is not well. We have to take it to see the person who treats sick animals. 4: I clearly remember talking to him in a chance meeting last summer.
A. zoologist B. horticulturist C. veterinarian D. veteran A. unplanned B. deliberate C. accidental D. unintentional
79: In Africa, many children die from not having enough food. 5: The International Organizations are going to be in a temporary way in the country.
A. poverty B. starvation C. drought D. malnutrition A. soak B. permanent C. complicated D. guess
80: Give me a not long account of what happened. 6: The US troops are using much more sophisticated weapons in the Far East.
A. compact B. terse C. brief D. condensed A. expensive B. complicated C. simple and easy to use D. difficult to operate
81: The three-year-old boy has a cycle with three wheels. 7: In remote communities, it's important to replenish stocks before the winter sets in.
A. tricycle B. unicycle C. bicycle D. motorcycle A. remake B. empty C. refill D. repeat
82: The cotton gin was commonplace on many nineteenth century farms. 8: There has been no discernible improvement in the noise levels since lorries were banned.
A. often required B. sorely needed C. frequently seen D. visibly absent A. clear B. obvious C. thin D. insignificant
83: In the field of artificial intelligence, scientists study methods for developing computer 9: She had a cozy little apartment in Boston.
programs that display aspects of intelligent behavior. A. uncomfortable B. warm C. lazy D. dirty
A. exhibit B. classify C. depend on D. conform to 10: He was so insubordinate that he lost his job within a week.
84: She lost her temper with a customer and shouted at him. A. fresh B. disobedient C. obedient D. understanding
A. had a temperature B. kept her temper C. became very angry D. felt worried 11: There is growing concern about the way man has destroyed the environment.
85: Paul always gets nervous whenever he has to give a presentation. A. ease B. attraction C. consideration D. speculation
A. anxious B. fearful C. impressed D. supportive 12: Fruit and vegetables grew in abundance on the island. The islanders even exported the
86: Tests are regularly conducted in this area to ascertain whether pollution levels have surplus.
dropped. A. large quantity B. small quantity C. excess D. sufficiency
A. contemplate B. behold C. determine D. consider 13: During the five- decade history the Asian Games have been advancing in all aspects.
87: There is no alternative. The president must approve the bill if the Congress passes it. A. holding at B. holding back C. holding to D. holding by
A. tome to think B. amendment C. other choice D. possible agreement 14: The distinction between schooling and education implied by this remark is important.
88. Taillevent's fame as a chef has endured since the 14th century. A. explicit B. implicite C. Obscure D. odd
A. diplomat B. soldier C. cook D. leader 15: A chronic lack of sleep may make us irritable and reduces our motivation to work.
89. The spectacle being planned for the next Fourth of July party is quite awesome. A. uncomfortable B. responsive C. calm D. miserable
A. ordinary B. alarming C. funny D. prodigious 16: Population growth rates vary among regions and even among countries within the same
90: Corn, domesticated by the American Indians, was brought to Europe by Columbus. region.
A. trained B. implanted C. cultivated D. reared A. restrain B. stay unchanged C. remain unstable D. fluctuate
91: The most abundant mineral derived from the sea is sodium chloride, or common salt. 17: Unless the two signatures are identical, the bank won’t honor the check.
A. copious B. Sufficient C. generous D. plentiful A. similar B. different C. fake D. genuine
92. The ship left New York on her maiden voyage. 18: Strongly advocating health foods, Jane doesn’t eat any chocolate.
A. first B. final C. fast D. famous A. supporting B. impugning C. advising D. denying
93. There used to be a shop at the end of the street but it went out of business a year ago. 19: It was apparent from her face that she was really upset.
A. closed up B. closed C. closed down D. closed into A. obvious B. indistinct C. transparent D. evident
94. It was inevitable that the smaller company should merge with the larger. 20: My cousin tends to look on the bright side in any circumstance.
A. urgent B. unavoidable C. important D. necessary A. be optimistic B. be pessimistic C. be confident D. be smart
95. “It is a really difficult matter to decide how to solve now. I will need time to think it over”. 21: There has been no discernible improvement in the noise levels since lorries were banned.
A. to sleep on it. B. to make it better C. to make up for it D. to think out of time A. insignificant B. clear C. obvious D. thin
II: Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is 22: He decided not to buy the fake watch and wait until he had more money.
OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions. A. authentic B. forger C. faulty D. original
1: Because Jack defaulted on his loan, the bank took him to court. 23: Her father likes the head cabbage rare.
A. failed to pay B. paid in full C. had a bad personality D. was paid much money A. over-boiled B. precious C. scarce D. scare
2: His career in the illicit drug trade ended with the police raid this morning . 24: There are several different kinds of faults in reading which are usually more exaggerated
A. elicited B. irregular C. secret D. legal with foreign learners.
3: The government is not prepared to tolerate this situation any longer. A. overestimated B. understated C. overemphasized D. undertaken
A. look down on B. put up with C. take away from D. give on to 25: Whatever the activity level, all types of hobbies can require high levels of expertise.

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A. incapable B. incompetence C. expertness D. skillfulness A. Wealthy B. Well-off C. Privileged D. Impoverished
26: We offer a speedy and secure service of transferring money in less than 24 hours. 47: Synthetic products are made from chemicals or artificial substances.
A. uninterested B. unsure C. slow D. open A. natural B. made by machine C. man-made D. unusual
28: Solar energy is not only plentiful but also infinite. 48: As an executive director of a big company, she is a woman of extraordinary intelligence.
A. without limit B. boundless C. limited D. indefinite A. moderate B. remarkable C. little D. sufficient
29: His replies were inconsistent with his previous testimony. 49: She was brought up in a well-off family. She can’t understand the problems we are facing.
A. contradicted B. compatible C. enhanced D. incorporated A. poor B. wealthy C. kind D. broke
30: We are now a 24/7 society where shops and services must be available all hours. 50: Doctors have been criticized for their indiscriminate use of antibiotics.
A. an active society B. an inactive society C. a physical society D. a working society A. disciplined B. selective C. wholesale D. unconscious
31: A chronic lack of sleep may make us irritable and reduces our motivation to work. 51: Slavery was abolished in the US in the 19th century.
A. uncomfortable B. responsive C. calm D. miserable A. instituted B. eradicated C. eliminated D. required
32: We'd better speed up if we want to get there in time. 52: They have not made any effort to integrate with the local community.
A. slow down B. turn down C. put down D. lie down A. cooperate B. put together C. separate D. connect
33: She is a very generous old woman. She has given most of her wealth to a charity 53: China has become the third country in the world which can independently carried out the
organization. manned space activities.
A. mean B. amicable C. kind D. hospitable A. put in B. put off C. put on D. put up
34: Her thoughtless comments made him very angry. 54. There have been significant changes in women's lives since the women's liberation
A. honest B. kind C. pleasant D. thoughtful movement.
35: We left New York when I was six, so my recollections of it are rather faint. A. unimportant B. controlled C. political D. disagreeable
A. explicable B. unintelligible C. clear D. ambiguous 55. In 1989, a ban was given on all international trade in ivory.
36: My first impression of her was her impassive face A. an exploitation B. a prohibition C. an allowance D. a destruction
A. emotional B. respectful C. solid D. fractious 56: Names of people in the book were changed to preserve anonymity.
37: She wrote me a vicious letter. A. reveal B. conserve C.cover D.presume
A. helpful B. gently C. dangerous D. healthy 57: There is practically no difference between the two options.
38: We are very grateful to Professor Humble for his generosity in donating this wonderful A. virtually B. hardly C. usually D. exactly
painting to the museum. 58. Adverse reviews in the press may greatly change the prospects of a product.
A. meanness B. sympathy C. gratitude D. churlishness A. favorable B. Additional C. sensible D. encouraging
39: He didn’t seem in the least concerned for her safety. 59. Polluted water and increased water temperatures have driven many species to the verge of
A. indifferent B. ready C. passionate D. stolen extinction.
40: Fruit and vegetables grew in abundance on the island. The islanders even exported the A. contaminated B. enriched C. strengthened D. purified
surplus. 60: If you are at a loose end this weekend, I will show you round the city.
A. sufficiency B. excess C. large quantity D. small quantity A. free B. confident C. occupied D. reluctant
41: There is growing concern about the way man has destroyed the environment. 61: The use of lasers in surgery has become relatively common place in recent years.
A. attraction B. speculation C. ease D. consideration A. almost B. absolutely C. comparatively D. relevantly
42: Population growth rates vary among regions and even among countries within the same 62: My parents always disapproved of my smoking. They even told me once it would stop me
region. growing taller.
A. restrain B. stay unchanged C. remain unstable D. fluctuate A. objected to B. supported C. denied D. refused
43: In some countries, the disease burden could be prevented through environmental 63: Recognizing the fact that she had the habit of being rather loquacious, Amy fought to hold
improvements. her tongue during the meeting.
A. something to stiffer B. something enjoyable C. something sad D. something to entertain A. talkative B. quiet C. thirsty D. outgoing
44: In remote communities, it's important to replenish stocks before the winter sets in. 64: We tried to emphasize a system where you put things in place and hire smart, industrious
A. empty B. refill C. repeat D. remake people.
45: The consequences of the typhoon were disastrous due to the lack of precautionary A. slothful B. hardworking C. busy D. fruitful
measures. 65: Constant correction by teacher is often counter-productive, as the student may become
A. physical B. severe C. beneficial D. damaging afraid to speak at all.
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SYNONYM A. out of work B. run out of C. out of order D. torn down
1. I cannot understand why she did that, it really doesn't add up. 21. “Please speak up a bit more, Jason. You’re hardly loud enough to be heard from the back”,
A. doesn't calculate B. isn't mathematics the teacher said.
C. doesn't make sense D. makes the wrong addition A. visible B. edible C. eligible D. audible
2. These anniversaries mark the milestones of a happy and lasting relationship between married 22. I couldn’t see what she was doing. It was so dark down there.
couples. A. make out B. make up C. make for D. make from
A. signs B. achievements C. landmarks D. progresses 23. It was boiling yesterday. We have a very humid and dry summer this year.
3. He has sold his house and has no job and so now he has next to nothing. A. very hot B. cooking C. dry D. cooked
A. he is unemployed B. he has a few things 24. It was inevitable that the smaller company should merge with the larger one.
C. he has almost no money D. he has nothing at all A. vital B. unnecessary C. urgent D. unavoidable
4. As a newspaper reporter, she always wanted to get information at first hand. 25. A frightening number of illiterate students are graduating from college.
A. quickly B. slowly C. easily D. directly A. unable to read and write B. able to join intramural sport
5. The notice should be put in the most conspicuous place so that all the students can be well- C. inflexible D. unable to pass an examination in reading and writing
informed. 26. I had a glance at the article, but I haven't read it yet.
A. easily seen B. beautiful C. popular D. suspicious A. close look B. quick look C. direct look D. furtive look
6. It was very difficult to understand what he was saying about the noise of the traffic. 27. I don't like that man. There is a sneaky look on his face.
A. pick up B. make up C. turn out D. make out A. furious B. humorous C. dishonest D. guilty
7. The situation seems to be changing minute by minute. 28. Unselfishness is the very essence of friendship.
A. from time to time B. time after time C. again and again D. very rapidly A. romantic part B. important part C. difficult part D. interesting part
8. I am looking for a dependable person who can stand out for me at the meeting. 29. We have lived there for years and grown fond of the surroundings. That is why we do not
A. dependent B. talented C. energetic D. reliable want to leave.
9. My little boy Tom never screams though he is scared. A. planted many trees in the surroundings B. haunted by the surroundings
A. in pain B. frightened C. embarrassed D. confused C. loved the surroundings D. possessed by the surroundings
10. Sometimes when I hear the news, I feel very miserable. 30. Such problems as haste and inexperience are a universal feature of youth.
A. confused B. frightened C. upset D. disappointed A. marked B. shared C. hidden D. separated
11. The film is not worth seeing. The plot is too dull. 31. In America, when a woman and a man are introduced, shaking hands is up to a woman.
A. slow B. simple C. complicated D. boring A. depends on B. replies on C. waits on D. congratulates on
12. We now can find a wide range of ready-cooked food in supermarkets. 32. I prefer to talk to people face to face rather than to talk on the phone.
A. variety B. classification C. small number D. popularity A. facing them B. in person C. looking at them D. seeing
13. I sometimes give my friends a ride in my car. them
A. ask my friends drive for me B. let my friends drive my car 33. All the sudents got high marks in the test but Mary stood out.
C. hitch-hike my friends D. give my friends a lift A. got a lot of marks B. got higher marks than someone
14. A woman had a narrow escape when the car came round the corner. C. got very good marks D. got the most marks of all
A. was hurt B. was nearly hurt C. ran away D. bumped into the car 34. I think we can safely say now that we have got our money back, we are home and dry.
15. He was asked to account for his presence at the scene of crime. A. have not got wet B. have got no water C. have been successful D. have got home dry
A. complain B. exchange C. explain D. arrange 35. The crew divided the life preservers among the twenty terrified passengers as the ship began
16. I’ll take the new job whose salary is fantastic. to sink.
A. reasonable B. acceptable C. pretty high D. wonderful A. exhausted B. surprised C. frightened D. excited
17. The whole village was wiped out in the bombing raids. 36. You must answer the police’s questions truthfully; otherwise, you will get into trouble.
A. changed completely B. cleaned well C. destroyed completely D. removed quickly A. exactly as things really happen B. with a negative attitude
18. I will communicate with you as soon as I have any news. C. in a harmful way D. as trustingly as you can
A. be related B. be interested in C. get in touch D. have connection 37. My mom is always bad-tempered when I leave my room untidy.
19. He is an honest man. You can rely on him to do a good job. A. feeling embarrassed B. talking too much
A. take in B. count on C. base on D. put up with C. very happy and satisfied D. easily annoyed or irritated
20. We’ll have to use the others on the next floor because the ones on this floor are not in 38. During the earthquake, a lot of buildings collapsed, which killed thousands of people.
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C. exploded suddenly D. erupted violently A. favorable B. difficult C. ineffectual D. firm
39. We really appreciate your help, without which we couldn’t have got our task done in time. 58. Most of the school-leavers are sanguine about the idea of going to work and earning money.
A. feel thankful for B. depreciate C. require D. are proud A. fearsome B. expected C. excited D. optimistic
of 59. The situation seems to be changing minute by minute.
41. - “Would you like some more to eat?” A. from time to time B. time after time C. again and again D. very rapidly
- “No, thank you. I’ve had more than enough already. 60. The whole village was wiped out in the bombing raids.
A. plenty B. race C. pour D. amount A. changed completely B. cleaned well C. destroyed completely D. removed quickly
42. He drives me to the edge because he never stops talking. 61. Many political radicals advocated that women should not be discriminated on the basic of
A. steers me B. irritates me C. moves me D. frightens me their sex.
43. Although the hours are longer, John earns more in his new job. A. openly criticized B. rightly claimed C. publicly said D. publicly supported
62. The suspected couple was taken away from the airport through a side entrance to the Police
A. gets on B. brings in C. makes out D. takes up
Station for interrogation.
44. After her mother died, she was raised by her grandparents.
A. whisked B. rushed C. guided D. no
A. grown up B. brought up C. come into D. put up improvement
45. The whole village was wiped out in the bombing raids. 63. In spite of all the provocations, he maintained utmost patience.
A. inflicted B. sustained C. restrained D. exercised
A. changed completely B. cleaned well C. destroyed completely D. removed quickly
64. He was asked to account for his presence at the scene of crime.
46. Many political radicals advocated that women should not be discriminated on the basic of
A. complain B. exchange C. explain D. arrange
their sex.
65. The teacher gave some suggestions on what could come out for the examination.
A. openly criticized B. rightly claimed C. publicly said D. publicly supported
A. effects B. symptoms C. hints D. demonstrations
47. S. Mayo Hospital in New Orleans was so named in recognition of Dr. Mayo’s outstanding 66. I’ll take the new job whose salary is fantastic.
humanitarianism. A. reasonable B. acceptable C. pretty high D. wonderful
A. exhaustive B. charitable C. remarkable D. widespread 67. The famous racehorse Secretariat had to be destroyed because of a painful, incurable hoof
48. I am concerned about my children. disease.
A. angry B. worried C. happy D. sad A. disabling B. vexatious C. dangerous D. irreparable
49. There are many opportunities for work in the city. 68. In most countries, compulsory military service does not apply to women.
A. possibilities B. advantages C. difficulties D. disadvantages A. superior B. mandatory C. beneficial D.
50. Be careful! The tree is going to fall. constructive
A. Look up B. Look out C. Look on D. Look after 69. Scientists warn of the impending extinction of many species of plants and animals.
51. The abominable custom of women sacrificing themselves with the pyres of their dead A. irritable B. imminent C. formidable D. absolute
husbands was abolished during the right of William Bentinck. 70. The aircraft carrier is indispensable in naval operations against sea or shore based enemies.
A. social B. sacred C. disgusting D. moral A. unique B. novel C. exotic D. vital
52. The suspected couple was taken away from the airport through a side entrance to the Police 71. The use of lasers in surgery has become relatively commonplace in recent years.
Station for interrogation. A. absolutely B. relevantly C. almost D. comparatively
A. whisked B. rushed C. guided D. no improvement 72. There were so many members of the political party who had gone against the leader that he
53. In spite of all the provocations, he maintained utmost patience. resigned.
A. inflicted B. sustained C. restrained D. exercised A. apposed B. insisted C. invited D. opposed
54. We’ll have to use the restrooms on the next floor because the ones on this floor are not in 73. If petrol price go up any more, I shall have to use a bicycle.
working condition. A. develop B. ascend C. raise D. increase
A. out of work B. run out of C. turn down D. out of order 74. I didn’t go to work this morning. I stayed at home because of the morning rain.
55. It was boiling yesterday. We have a very humid and dry summer this year. A. thanks to B. on account of C. in spite of D. in addition to
A. very hot B. cooking C. dry D. cooked 75. The new cow boy-film catches the fancy of the children.
56. It was inevitable that the smaller company should merge with the larger one. A. attracts B. satisfies C. surprises D. amuses
A. vital B. unnecessary C. urgent D. 76. Now I understand why you moved out of that house.
unavoidable A. I am surprised B. it frustrates me C. I am intrigued D. it makes sense to me
57. He made one last futile effort to convince her and left home. 77. Hypertension is one of the most widespread and potential dangerous diseases.

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A. colossal B. popular C. common D. scattered 98. Fallout from a nuclear power station damaged in the tsunami may endanger the vegetation.
78. In the United States, a party can nominate a single candidate for office. A. stimulate B. harm C. inhibit D. benefit
A. refuse B. keep C. change D. name 99. To prepare for a job interview, you should jot down your qualifications, work experience as
79. The sales of drugs is controlled by law in most of countries. well as some important information about yourself.
A. permitted B. restricted C. illegal D. binding A. What you have experienced B. your own qualities in real life
80. I told you clearly and definitely not to write your answers in pencil, Smith! C. Your bio data and special qualities D. what you have earned through study
A. considerably B. thoroughly C. altogether D. 100. The activists were accused of contaminating the minds of our young people.
specificially A. Providing healthy ideas B. harming C. Nurturing D. keeping in the dark
81. A brief outlined of the course and bibliography were handed out to the students at the first ANTONYM
meeting. 1. We ought to keep these proposals secret from the chairman for the time being.
A. dispensed B. dispered C. distributed D. contributed A. lively B. frequented C. accessible D. revealed
82. If the world’s tropical forests continue to disappear at their present rate, many animal 2. They have not made any effort to integrate with the local community.
species will be extinct. A. cooperate B. put together C. separate D. connect
A. die for B. die from C. die of D. die out 3. There has been insufficient rainfall over the past two years, and farmers are having trouble.
83. Proximity to the court house makes an office building more valuable. A. adequate B. unsatisfactory C. abundant D. dominant
A. Interested in B. Similarity to C. Nearness to D. Usefulness for 4. We offer a speedy and secure service of transferring money in less than 24 hours.
84. He was one of the most outstanding performers at the live show last night. A. slow B. open C. unsure D. uninterested
A. easy-looking B. important C. well-known D. impressive. 5. The young are now far more materialistic than their precedents years ago.
85. They are going to suffer a lot of criticism for increasing bus fare by so much. A. monetary B. greedy C. spiritual D. object - oriented
A. get into B. stand in with C. come in for D. put across 6. One of the key to successful business is careful planning.
86. The soil must be kept damp at all times or the plant will die. A. falling B. victorious C. faulty D. impossible
A. moist B. wet C. dry D. arid 7. Mr. Smith’s new neighbors appear to be very friendly.
87. Our grandfather is buried in that graveyard. A. amicable B. inapplicable C. hostile D. futile
A. morgue B. churchyard C. cemetery D. both B & C 8. The clubs meet on the last Thursday of every month in a dilapidated palace.
89. Those companies were closed due to some seriously financial problems. A. renovated B. regenerated C. furnished D. neglected
A. taken off B. put away C. wiped out D. gone over 9. His extravagant ideas were never brought to fruition.
90. Many doctors are still general practitioners, but the tendency is toward specialization in A. impressive B. exaggerated C. unacceptable D. practical
medicine. 10. This shouldn’t be too taxing for you.
A. rumor B. trend C. prejudice D. security A. comfortable B. demanding C. easy D. relaxing
91. Most of the school-leavers are sanguine about the idea of going to work and earning money. 11. The Germany’s war hysteria has accounted for its people’s hostility towards foreigners.
A. fearsome B. expected C. excited D. optimistic A. disease B. ceremony C. malaria D. serenity
92. The situation seems to be changing minute by minute. 12. He was ostracize by his colleagues for refusing to support the strike.
A. from time to time B. time after time C. again and again D. very rapidly A. crucify B. include C. patronize D. lionize.
93. It was great to see monkeys in their natural habitat. 13. Population growth rates vary among regions and even among countries within the same
A. sky B. land C. forest D. home region.
94. Setting off on an expedition without thorough preparation and with inadequate equipment is A. fluctuate B. stay unchanged C. restrain D. remain unstable
tempting fate. 14. She could not hide her dismay at the result.
A. Taking a risk B. losing heart C. having panic D. going round in circles A. disappointment B. depression C. happiness D. pessimism
95. Peter didn’t mean to be disrespectful to his teacher. He just couldn’t control his temper. 15. Certain courses are compulsory; others are optional.
A. Showing lack of trust C. showing impolite behavior A. voluntary B. free C. pressure D. mandatory
B. Showing nervousness D. showing lack of attention 16. We offer a speedy and secure service of transferring money in less than 24 hours.
96. The medical community continues to make progress in the fight against cancer. A. uninterested B. unsure C. slow D. open
A. speed B. expect more C. do better D. treat better 17. The Red Cross is an international humanitarian agency dedicated to reducing the sufferings
97. As all of us cannot be available today, let’s put off the discussion till later. of wounded soldiers, civilians and prisoners of war.
A. present for the event B. scheduled for the event A. worry and sadness B. pain and sorrow C. loss D. happiness
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A. innovative B. naïve C. guilty D. benevolent 38. Affluent families find it easier to support their children financially.
19. Mr. Brown is a very generous old man. He has given most of his wealth to a charity A. Wealthy B. Well-off C. Privileged D. Impoverished
organization. 39. She had a cozy little apartment in Boston.
A. hospitable B. honest C. kind D. mean A. uncomfortable B. dirty C. lazy D. warm
20. In the first two decades of its existence, the cinema developed rapidly. 40. A frightening number of illiterate students are graduating from college.
A. leisurely B. sluggishly C. weakly D. shortly A. able to read and write B. able to join intramural sport
21. The earth is being threatened and the future looks bad. C. inflexible D. unable to pass an examination in reading and writing
A. done B. made C. defended D. varied 41. Because Jack defaulted on his loan, the bank took him to court.
22. Thousands are going starving because of the failure of this year's harvest. A. failed to pay B. paid in full C. had a bad personality D. was paid much money
A. hungry B. poor C. rich D. full 42. His career in the illicit drug trade ended with the police raid this morning.
23. I’d like to pay some money into my bank account. A. elicited B. irregular C. secret D. legal
A. withdraw some money from B. put some money into 43. The government is not prepared to tolerate this situation any longer.
C. give some money out D. leave some money aside A. look down on B. put up with C. take away from D. give on to
24. We offer a speedy and secure service of transferring money in less than 24 hours. 44. I clearly remember talking to him in a chance meeting last summer.
A. uninterested B. unsure C. open D. slow
A. unplanned B. deliberate C. accidental D. unintentional
25. The International Organizations are going to be in a temporary way in the country.
45. The International Organizations are going to be in a temporary way in the country.
A. permanent B. guess C. complicated C. soak
A. soak B. permanent C. complicated D. guess
26. My little daughter would spend an inordinate amount of time in the shop, deciding exactly
which 4 comics she was going to buy. 46. The US troops are using much more sophisticated weapons in the Far East.
A. excessive B. limited C. required D. abundant A. expensive B. complicated C. simple and easy to use D. difficult to
27. About 95 percent of all animals are invertebrates which can live anywhere, but most, like operate
the starfish and crabs, live in the ocean. 47. In remote communities, it’s important to replenish stocks before the winter sets in.
A. with backbones B. with ribs C. without ribs D. without backbones A. remake B. empty C. refill D. repeat
28. He had never experienced such discourtesy towards the president as it occurred at the 48. There has been no discernible improvement in the noise levels since lorries were banned.
annual meeting in May. A. clear B. obvious C. thin
A. politeness B. rudeness C. measurement D. encouragement D. insignificant
29. We offer a speedy and secure service of transferring money in less than 24 hours. 49. In remote communities, it’s important to replenish stocks before the winter sets in.
A. uninterested B. unsure C. open D. slow A. remake B. empty C. refill D. repeat
30. Why are you being so arrogant? 50. There has been no discernible improvement in the noise levels since lorries were banned.
A. snooty B. humble C. cunning D. naive A. clear B. obvious C. thin
31. His policies were beneficial to the economy as a whole. D. insignificant
A. harmless B. crude C. detrimental D. innocent 51. As an executive director of a big company, she is a woman of extraordinary intelligence.
32. The doctor advised Peter to give up smoking. A.remarkable B. moderate C. little D. sufficient
A. stop B. continue C. finish D. consider 52. We have been out of touch him since he moved to London.
33. Advanced students need to be aware of the important of collocation. A. kept contact with B. made a call to C. contacted with D.written to
A. of high level B. of great important C. of low level D. of steady progress 53. Mr. Smith's new neighbors appear to be very friendly.
34. Fruit and vegetables grew in abundance on the island. The islanders even exported the A. mean B. pleasant C. hostile D. easy-going
surplus. 54. China has become the third country in the world which can independently carried out the
A. excess B. large quantity C. small quantity D. sufficiency manned space activities.
35. There is growing concern about the way man has destroyed the environment. A. put up B. put in C. put on D. put off
A. attraction B. consideration C. ease D. speculation 55. Because Jack defaulted on his loan, the bank took him to court.
36. The bank announced that it was to merge with another of the high street banks. A. failed to pay B. paid in full C. had a bad personality D. was paid much money
A. associate B. separate C. cooperate D. assemble 56. The government is not prepared to tolerate this situation any longer.
37. He had never experienced such discourtesy towards the president as it occurred at the A. look down on B. put up with C. take away from D. give on to
annual meeting in May. 57. About 95 percent of all animals are invertebrates which can live anywhere, but most, like
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A. with ribs B. without ribs C. without backbones D.with backbones
58. The International Organizations are going to be in a temporary way in the country.
A. permanent B. guess C. complicated C. soak
59. My little daughter would spend an inordinate amount of time in the shop, deciding exactly
which comics she was going to buy.
A. excessive B. limited C. required D. abundant
60. The bank announced that it was to merge with another of the high street banks.
A. associate B. separate C. cooperate D. assemble
61. He had never experienced such discourtesy towards the president as it occurred at the
annual meeting in May.
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