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- Herausgeber: Daniel B. Smith
- Kategorie: Für Kinder und Jugendliche
- Sprache: Englisch
The main purpose of these book series is to provide you an impressive and invaluable collection of English Grammar multiple-choice exercises.This book comprises different items and will take you on a beautiful journey towards improving your English.The following subjects have been specially crafted for you, with regard to: word order, articles, verb tenses, active and passive voice, phrasal verbs, prepositions, nouns, conditionals, reported speech, confusing words, word formation, idioms.There are many levels of difficulty in my “English Grammar Exercises with answers” series: Beginner, Pre-intermediate, Intermediate, Upper Intermediate and Advanced. Choose the best which suits you and enhance your English.This book deals with Advanced English level and is the last book of this “English Grammar Exercises with answers” series.
Please keep an eye on further releases.
Good luck!
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English Grammar Exercises with answers
Your quest towards C2
Part 5: 3400 multiple-choice items
Daniel B. Smith
Copyright © 2020
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, distributed or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods, without the prior written permission of the author, excepting the case of brief quotations embodied in critical reviews and certain other noncommercial uses permitted by copyright law.
ENGLISH GRAMMAR EXERCISES WITH ANSWERS
Your quest towards C2
-Part 5: 3400 multiple-choice items-
Advanced (C1&C2)
Table of contents
Introduction
First set of items
Second set of items
Answers
Conclusion
Introduction
The main purpose of these book series is to provide you an impressive and invaluable collection of English Grammar multiple-choice exercises. This book comprises different items and will take you on a beautiful journey towards improving your English. The following subjects have been specially crafted for you, with regard to: Word order, Articles, Verb tenses, Active and passive voice, Phrasal verbs, Pronouns, Adjectives, Adverbs, Relative clauses, Prepositions, Nouns, Conditionals, Reported speech, Confusing words, Word formation and many more…
There are many levels of difficulty in my “English Grammar Exercises with answers” series: Beginner, Pre-intermediate, Intermediate, Upper Intermediate and Advanced. Choose the best which suits you and enhance your English.
This book deals with Advanced English level and is the last book of this “English Grammar Exercises with answers” series.
Please keep an eye on further releases.
Good luck!
First set of items
1. Food prices have been … steadily for at least ten years. a) rising b) lifting c) raising
2. I’ll have to study hard, … I can pass the exam. a) so that b) such c) in order
3. You … to eat if you are not hungry. a) needn’t b) haven’t c) don’t have
4. We’ll dance and … we’ll have lunch. a) straight away b) so c) then
5. She has to go to Germany for the next … of the training. a) step b) stage c) point
6. When the meeting had finished, we went … the plan once again. a) up b) down c) over
7. I locked the animals in the cage to … them from getting away. a) avoid b) hinder c) prevent
8. You’re … your time trying to persuade her. a) wasting b) losing c) missing
9. Our last cook was better than our … one. a) latter b) instant c) current
10. I am grateful to Mary for being so patient … us. a) for b) with c) at
11. Have you exchanged that lovely car … this? a) with b) by c) for
12. The weather was … the poor harvest. a) condemned for b) found fault with for c) blamed for
13. Olivia is teaching three classes and she is examining at a literature exam tomorrow. …, she is chairing a meeting at the Bright Owl Club. a) On top of it b) At top c) On the top of it
14. I don’t see any … in arriving early at the show. a) cause b) point c) reason
15. Your application for a vise was turned … by the consulate. a) aside b) over c) down
16. Shopping malls account for 70 percent of the retail business in this country because they are controlled environments which … concerns about the weather. a) justify b) foster c) eliminate
17. It is … impossible to tell the twins apart. a) virtually b) closely c) extremely
18. The man claimed that he was the … heir to the throne. a) due b) correct c) rightful
19. The rather humid climate in no way … from the beauty of these places. a) protracts b) detracts c) attracts
20. … no need to buy traveller’s cheques. a) It’s b) It has c) There’s
21. Is there … bread for all the sandwiches? a) enough b) plenty c) equal
22. Teaching is not a/an … which pays very well. a) work b) post c) occupation
23. This letter didn’t come through the post. It was delivered personally, … hand. a) from b) by c) with
24. I … do that if I were you. a) shan’t b) won’t c) wouldn’t
25. There was nothing to … her with the burglary until the police found two gold ring in her car. a) link b) place c) join
26. The manufacturers are advertising a new … of perfume. a) mark b) pack c) brand
27. … my stay in hospital, I lost three kilos. a) During b) On c) In
28. I’m sorry to hear that they have … . They were good friends. a) dropped out b) fallen out c) dropped against
29. Shall I use this … to fry the eggs? a) dish b) tin c) pan
30. She … being given a receipt for the bill she had paid. a) insisted on b) demanded c) asked to
31. These cars historically had two doors but the latest … has four. a) brand b) mark c) model
32. That girl is far ahead … everyone else in the class. a) of b) with c) from
33. She is also interested … art. a) with b) in c) about
34. It’s impossible to prevent the boys from quarreling … each other. a) for b) with c) by
35. I’m thinking … looking for a new job in another city. a) on b) at c) of
36. Steve prefers football … tennis. a) to b) over c) than
37. The experience in a psychiatric ward … for the rest of his life. a) had an influence on him b) had influence on him c) had an influence at him
38. If I had known the way to her house, I … her last Monday afternoon. a) have been visiting b) had been visiting c) would have visited
39. He ... that he had been involved in the decision. a) refused b) declined c) denied
40. As brown as … . This phrase means having a tanned skin after sunbathing. a) dust b) a berry c) chocolate
41. It’s an awful … your friend couldn’t come. a) shame b) sorrow c) shock
42. There is a problem at our TV station. Please do not … your set. a) repair b) change c) adjust
43. Be careful! The cat may … you. a) kick b) scratch c) tear
44. They agreed to … the question of payment. a) discuss b) control c) increase
45. Owing to the bad weather, the garden party was … . a) shouted off b) spoken against c) called off
46. I am sorry I opened your bag but I … it for mine. a) confused b) imagined c) mistook
47. The … of these volunteers for hard work is remarkable. a) ability b) efficiency c) capacity
48. I like this country, but I wish it … rain quite so much. a) won’t b) didn’t c) hasn’t
49. She was so tired that she … asleep in the chair. a) fell b) went c) became
50. Mike has just taken an examination … chemistry. a) on b) in c) for
51. They shouldn’t have … the incident. It wasn’t my fault. a) accused me of b) blamed me for c) blamed me
52. They won’t lend you the money without some … that you will pay it back. a) profit b) charge c) guarantee
53. When you come tomorrow why not … your brother with you? a) carry b) bring c) fetch
54. After she had broken her leg, Marry could only go up and down stairs … . a) with difficulty b) in difficulties c) hardly
55. Who does this laptop belong … ? a) for b) with c) to
56. All her handbags … of leather. a) being made b) are made c) had been made
57. John is the perfect person to take on this difficult job. He’s a really hard-… person and won’t stand for any nonsense. a) ship b) nosed c) bargain
58. What does a sabbatical year mean? a) a miserable year b) a year in which previously made plans are bound to c) a year in which one is released from one’s normal duties
59. It always … me as odd that she should go to work so late in the day. a) hit b) smacked c) struck
60. I walked away as calmly as I could … they thought I was the thief. a) in case b) or else c) to avoid
61. If it’s raining tomorrow, we shall have to … the match till Sunday. a) cancel b) put off c) put away
62. Call in and see our … of spring fashions today. a) reputation b) election c) selection
63. We have no … in our files of your recent letters to the company. a) record b) account c) list
64. When her aunt dies, she … a lot of money. a) earned b) inherited c) paid
65. Give him a telephone number to ring … he gets lost. a) whether b) unless c) in case
66. Her parents never allowed her … . a) smoking b) a smoking c) to smoke
67. Bill is only interested … making money. a) in b) about c) on
68. The boy was very upset by the … of his English examination. a) failure b) result c) effect
69. Their actions caused the rate of inflation to … sharply. a) lift b) raise c) rise
70. They were good friends. I was surprised when they … . a) fell out b) fell off c) fell down
71. I had to leave early … I didn’t feel very well. a) too b) because c) also
72. After closing the envelope, the assistant manager … the stamps on firmly. a) licked b) stuck c) struck
73. Don’t be so sure … yourself! You might be wrong. a) on b) from c) of
74. This book will prove useful … you. a) for b) to c) on
75. You should not be so sensitive … criticism. a) to b) at c) on
76. I am not familiar … his novels. a) with b) about c) for
77. You should study the college … for full particulars of enrolment. a) prospect b) syllabus c) prospectus
78. A novel is a form of … which may include many facts. a) short story b) legend c) fiction
79. The relationship that matters most in the life of a … is the one between him and his constituency party, they say. a) judge b) politician c) captain
80. The case of the missing millionaire has become the … of considerable interest in the press. a) focus b) middle c) target
81. These people are thought … less friendly than people from our country. a) been b) being c) to be
82. Would you give this report to Mr. Smith? Sorry, I can’t. He doesn’t … . a) any more work here b) work any more here c) work here any longer
83. After hitting her arm, she had a large black … . a) bruise b) cut c) swelling
84. This is not the right … to ask for my help; I am away on business. a) situation b) moment c) opportunity
85. I hadn’t seen him for years, but when I saw him in the street, I … him at once. a) reminded b) realized c) remembered
86. The dog was so frightened that it ran … the bed to hide. a) along b) beside c) under
87. John was unable to … my party as he was ill. a) visit b) attend c) be present
88. Jane bought red shoes to … her red dress. a) match b) pair c) mate
89. We’ll have to … the meeting until next month. a) put down b) put off c) put round
90. I am not sure … the black coat is. a) whom b) who c) whose
91. I don’t think he’ll beat the opponent. He’s out of … . a) fitness b) practice c) play
92. She is a very … person, but she has no sense of humour. a) pleasant b) amusing c) enjoyable
93. The university arranges a … to Madrid every year. a) travel b) rout c) trip
94. Beware … these people. a) from b) of c) at
95. If you fail … this attempt, don’t count on me for help. a) on b) at c) in
96. I separated them … each other because they were fighting. a) of b) from c) against
97. I have to leave before six and so … . a) do you b) leave you c) you do
98. There were no lifeboats on the little ship because it was … to be unsinkable. a) claimed b) told c) believed
99. This church was … by a famous architect. a) outlined b) designed c) produced
100. Mary is plain, but her sister is very … . a) attractive b) complex c) sympathetic
101. Her boyfriend treated her badly. I’m surprised she … it for so long. a) put off b) put through c) put up with
102. The manager … me to open a deposit account. a) warned b) approved c) advised
103. This organization tries to send food to countries where people are suffering … malnutrition. a) from b) for c) by
104. If they are to understand the notice, the instructions must be … clearer. a) wrote b) made c) done
105. … you like what I want to do or not, you won’t make me change my mind regarding this situation. a) If b) When c) Whether
106. Doctors usually have to study for at least eight years before becoming fully … . a) tested b) proved c) qualified
107. The weather was pleasant with … a gentle wind to cool us down. a) just b) almost c) nearly
108. I wish you wouldn’t … your clothes all over the room. a) sprawl b) scatter c) straggle
109. … she had no money for a bus, Olive had to walk all the way home. a) As b) For c) Thus
110. I didn’t want to make up my mind until I had heard her … of the story. a) angle b) edge c) side
111. It’s strange that Jane is as … as her mother is beautiful. a) dull b) plain c) raw
112. Since the accident he has been walking with a … . a) slope b) lame c) limp
113. I flew to the island, then … a car for five days and visited most places. a) charged b) bought c) hired
114. In Russia, surgeons have given a man a/an … heart. a) artificial b) unreal c) false
115. The examiners had to … most of the candidates. a) fire b) fail c) fall
116. Our company made a record … last year. a) benefit b) wage c) profit
117. They must economize … fuel. a) on b) in c) with
118. When I understood what she was saying, everything … . a) fell into the place b) fell into place c) fell off the place
119. I had to give a full … of my car when I reported it stolen. a) detail b) account c) description
120. His version of the facts doesn’t … with the version I heard from Jane. a) accord b) argue c) amount
121. They have … to accommodate us and the children too. a) such a small house b) too small a house c) a too small house
122. After they had … the carpet, the employees went back to the office. a) laid b) lain c) lied
123. It will … be Christmas again. a) fast b) next c) soon
124. Be careful not to … your coffee on this rug. a) drip b) spill c) filter
125. Mary had to leave her family … when she went abroad to work. a) at all costs b) out c) behind
126. Metal … at high temperatures. a) grows b) expands c) enlarges
127. Because of the poor harvest, cereals prices have … in the last three months. a) gone up b) jumped up c) sprung up
128. I’m … worried about Mary; she always seems to be exhausted. a) as b) such c) so
129. I have difficulty … without glasses. a) read b) of reading c) in reading
130. He arrived rather late. The party was already … . a) in full swing b) at full tilt c) in full bloom
131. My neighbour plays his records … in his flat at night and nobody can get enough sleep. a) at full tilt b) at full blast c) in full cry
132. It’s unwise to … in a quarrel between husbands. a) involve b) poke c) interfere
133. I will … the project with other members and see what they think about it. a) discuss b) talk c) explain
134. The poor farmer was very angry … the dogs chasing his sheep. a) about b) because c) with
135. I think she’s quite honest … her intentions. a) about b) with c) in
136. I will be waiting … them at the entrance door. a) on b) for c) at
137. It’s no use complaining … the cold during winter. a) of b) from c) on
138. Manufacturers are now … of the latest credit restrictions. a) smelling the rat b) feeling the pinch c) cooking the books
139. This music type is an American art form which is now … in Europe through the efforts of expatriates. a) foundering b) waning c) flourishing
140. She was … disappointed when she learned that she hadn’t got the job she dreamt of. a) fully b) highly c) bitterly
141. They have … the castle and it is now a luxury hotel. a) undone b) remade c) transformed
142. I … so much last night: I feel terrible. a) shouldn’t have eaten b) mustn’t have eaten c) didn’t have to eat
143. The man stole one of the officers’ uniforms and managed to escape by passing himself … as a guard. a) out b) off c) through
144. … we set off in the next minutes, we’ll be there on time. a) In case b) So long c) Provided
145. If he drinks any more beer, I don’t think he’ll be … to football this afternoon. a) skilled b) capable c) fit
146. My manager’s … of my work doesn’t matter to me at all. a) opinion b) belief c) meaning
147. The recent … domestic violence is worrying the police. a) increase in b) increase of c) increase about
148. There’s … to hurry. a) no purpose b) no need c) impossible
149. The officers … the kidnapper from escaping by blocking all exits. a) allowed b) avoided c) prevented
150. This meat isn’t suitable … . a) the grill b) for grilling c) being grilled
151. A bridge is already … over the river. a) being built b) erecting c) been erected
152. The painting is …; the thief will be disappointed. a) invalid b) priceless c) worthless
153. Even though he is thirty-three, he lives … his mother’s salary. a) from b) at c) on
154. It should be obvious … you that this problem will be solved. a) for b) to c) at
155. Mike often forgets to do what he has been told and is scolded for being … . a) rebellious b) malicious c) disobedient
156. The house is quite warm. The oil heater gives … . a) out a good heat b) off a good heat c) out good heat
157. In the middle of my trip I stopped … a rest on the river bank. a) have b) to have c) having
158. After ruling that the article had unjustly … the reputation of the businessman, the judge ordered the magazine to … its libelous statements in print. a) praised…publicize b) injured…retract c) sullied…communicate
159. When she heard the news she went completely … . a) fuse b) thunder c) spare
160. I won’t … those children making a noise in my apartment! a) have b) allow c) let
161. It’s great that your father managed to … that man. Somehow he had deceived many people. a) see to b) see through c) see out
162. My car is much older … than yours. a) form b) manufacture c) model
163. I … in bed all night thinking about it. a) laid b) led c) lay
164. According to the medical doctor, there’s absolutely nothing the … with you. a) wrong b) matter c) problem
165. I looked everywhere but I couldn’t find … at all. a) anyone b) no one c) someone
166. It was … a simple question that everyone answered it. a) much b) such c) too
167. I like my eggs soft …, not hard. a) cooked b) steamed c) boiled
168. I was utterly amazed when the train arrived exactly … time. a) on b) by c) in
169. I’d like to take this … of wishing you all the best. a) chance b) opportunity c) occasion
170. Learners of English may fail to .. between unfamiliar sounds. a) separate b) differ c) distinguish
171. … her opinion, English cheese is better than French cheese. a) To b) By c) In
172. Their parents would not ... them to go there for the weekend. a) agree b) permit c) consent
173. Every Sunday the old man’s dog goes to the shop to … him a newspaper. a) carry b) fetch c) take
174. It’s late! It’s time we … . a) are gone b) are going c) were gone
175. I drove around the area for half an hour but I couldn’t find a car … . a) park b) plan c) garage
176. The smell was so bad that it … me off my food. a) took b) put c) got
177. Although she hasn’t said anything she … to be upset about it. a) seems b) acts c) behaves
178. It’s strange: his sister is blonde, … he is very dark. a) therefore b) however c) whereas
179. I very much … that you will come to dinner next Monday. a) hope b) want c) wish
180. Crops are sometimes completely destroyed by … of locusts. a) bands b) swarms c) flocks
181. There’s something wrong with my watch: it has … five minutes in the last hour. a) gained b) won c) advanced
182. Keep in mind that if you are … to customers, they’ll walk out of the shop. a) brush b) rough c) rude
183. The air in the house felt cold and … after some days of bad weather. a) wet b) damp c) moist
184. Do you want to wait for a table at this restaurant or shall we go … else? a) anywhere b) everywhere c) somewhere
185. Children who use escalators should always be accompanied … an adult. a) with b) by c) beside
186. I took someone else’s coat by … . a) fortune b) error c) mistake
187. How long does it … to get home in the morning? a) take you b) need you c) demand
188. It’s becoming more and more … that the Government has lost its confidence. a) apparent b) expected c) anticipated
189. You need a special … to go into this building. a) agreement b) allowance c) permit
190. I don’t like her, so I have no intention … speaking to her. a) about b) of c) with
191. I had to drive carefully because the road was icy in several … . a) places b) blocks c) pieces
192. Don’t invite him; I can’t stand his bad … . a) mood b) mind c) temper
193. Not only … the movie, but she had also read the book. a) she did see b) she saw c) had she seen
194. I had a meeting at work which went … much longer than I expected. a) in b) on c) by
195. Tom … me to take a lawyer to court with me. a) suggested b) insisted c) advised
196. Poor woman! She has so much to cope … . a) with b) in c) by
197. Tim has always gone … strange hobbies like inventing secret codes. a) by b) into c) in for
198. As he is an expert, his opinions would be worth … . a) to have b) having c) of having
199. Nowhere … this room. a) is as cold as in b) is it as cold as c) it is as cold as in
200. There’s just something about him that really puts my … up. a) handle b) teeth c) back
201. The explorer walked all the way along the river, from its mouth to its … . a) cause b) source c) well
202. She soon received promotion, for her superiors realised that she was a woman of considerable … . a) ability b) future c) possibility
203. It is … knowledge that they quarrel violently several times a month. a) complete b) normal c) common
204. After his mother died, he was … up by his grandparents. a) taken b) brought c) grown
205. You should do something worthwhile with your time instead of … it! a) spending b) using c) wasting
206. The police have issued … to local citizens to be on the lookout for thieves. a) warnings b) advice c) information
207. If you require any more … about the event, please telephone us. a) news b) fact c) information
208. Wait … you get at the office before you unpack this. a) when b) until c) after
209. The students … names appear on the list all failed the exam. a) whose b) which c) their
210. When the police appealed for witnesses, many people came … . a) across b) on c) forward
211. Can you give me a rough … of how much it will cost? a) esteem b) value c) estimate
212. I do play billiards, but I … tennis. a) prefer b) like c) would rather
213. The consultant gave me … useful information. a) one b) some c) the
214. One of the … has fallen off the clock. a) hands b) pointers c) arms
215. How old do you have to be … you can drive a car in your country? a) when b) since c) before
216. I’ll let you have the book back next Friday without … . a) miss b) fail c) doubt
217. … I ask him for money he owes me, he says he will bring it in a few weeks. a) However b) Whatever c) Whenever
218. I … to inform you that we cannot exchange articles. a) resent b) regret c) sense
219. I am responsible … what has happened. a) with b) for c) by
220. They have to arrange for the … of their furniture accessories. a) sole b) sale c) seal
221. The boy wouldn’t go into the sea … his parents went too. a) unless b) except c) but
222. The … part of the week is always busy for Steven. a) start b) near c) early
223. I … to take my neighbour to court if he didn’t stop making so much noise. a) offered b) suggested c) threatened
224. It wasn’t his … that he was late. a) blame b) fault c) error
225. She sat there with her arms … doing nothing. a) turned b) folded c) twisted
226. Our neighbours … their hedge cut once a year. a) have b) do c) make
227. I could tell she was pleased … the expression on his face. a) at b) by c) for
228. Steve calls himself Steve Milton, but his … surname is Smith. a) natural b) current c) real
229. If you keep trying you might … to do it. a) succeed b) manage c) understand
230. Their child was born in the ambulance … to the hospital. a) on the way b) by the way c) a long way
231. The meeting is now … . a) on end b) at the end c) at an end
232. She promised to write … I never heard from her again. a) except b) but c) because
233. I … to Tim for my bad behaviour. a) coped b) excused c) apologised
234. Ever … she was in school she has wanted to become a medical doctor. a) since b) always c) after
235. The bottle was on the top shelf, out of … . a) achievement b) arrival c) reach
236. Laptops are supposed to … time, but I’m not so sure they do! a) spare b) save c) waste
237. I didn’t mean to do it; it was … accident. a) in b) on c) by
238. His speech was …, eliciting thunderous applause. a) tedious b) cowardly c) well-received
239. What does “a wild goose chase” mean? a) a wild night on the town b) a search for something that cannot be found c) a dangerous race in the streets between cars
240. You should have avoided risking …, General! a) the lives of your soldiers b) your soldiers’ life c) the life of your soldiers’
241. … goes the train; now we will have to walk! a) On time b) There c) At once
242. Jane is important to him. He wouldn’t get … without her. a) by b) over c) round
243. They live in the house … the blue door. a) which b) where c) with
244. I phoned the bank to … how much money I had to pay. a) control b) check c) test
245. His parents give him anything he wants and as a result he’s very … . a) ruined b) spoilt c) damaged
246. … I am studying at the best university and I hope to get a job soon. a) In a moment b) At present c) At this instant
247. He is a fast typist but his letters are full of spelling … . a) mistakes b) wrongs c) faults
248. The officers have asked that … who saw the accident should inform them. a) one b) someone c) anyone
249. If the greengrocer has some tomatoes … buy some? a) you will b) would you c) shall you
250. I will offer a small … to anyone who finds my missing cat. a) reward b) receipt c) repayment
251. The party has … to win the elections. a) achieved b) managed c) attained
252. You … do the washing-up: we can do it later. a) wouldn’t b) daren’t c) needn’t
253. They demand higher wages because prices are … . a) growing b) exceeding c) rising
254. You should be careful when you wash this … blouse. a) weak b) feeble c) sensitive
255. My parents always fall … in front of the TV. a) asleep b) sleepy c) sleeping
256. You can never rely … her to be punctual. a) of b) with c) on
257. Are you interested … rock music? a) on b) in c) of
258. You should reply … his letter. a) on b) for c) to
259. I will certainly act … your advice. a) with b) at c) on
260. as sound as … . This phrase means healthy, in good condition. a) steel b) a monkey c) a bell
261. Buy the … of soap which is now on sale. a) model b) brand c) mark
262. My uncle took … jogging when he retired. a) up b) on c) over
263. There has been a rather worrying … five per cent in our profits last year. a) drop in b) fall in c) drop of
264. … you hurry, you won’t catch the train. a) Unless b) Except c) As
265. The customer … his money back. a) asked b) demanded c) requested
266. I … him to go to the Lost Property office. a) noticed b) announced c) advised
267. I couldn’t resist having another slice of pizza even … I was supposed to be on diet. a) though b) however c) although
268. These old buildings are going to be … soon. a) laid out b) run down c) pulled down
269. … as I like ice-cream, I can’t eat any more now. a) Much b) Even c) So
270. You may borrow ten books, provided you show them to … is at the desk. a) who b) whoever c) whom
271. Is he playing computer games? He’s … to be washing the car. a) hoped b) supposed c) expected
272. Mary was angry with me for breaking the windows, but it happened … accident. a) by b) in c) on
273. The room was crowded with over fifty people … into it. a) pushed b) packed c) stuck
274. Beware of the friends who appear to be enthusiastic … your success. a) of b) with c) about
275. They want to watch the latest movie … TV. a) in b) at c) on
276. … to leave early is rarely granted. a) Permission b) Leave c) Allowance
277. …, my colleagues didn’t laugh at me. a) For my surprise b) To my surprise c) As to surprise me
278. If you had gone there, you … my sister. a) would have met b) would meet c) had met
279. She never goes in lifts because she is terrified of … spaces. a) constricted b) compressed c) contained
280. It never … to me that she would be there. a) recurred b) occurred c) contemplated
281. The assistant was … helpful, but Mike felt she could have given him more information. a) exactly b) totally c) quite
282. The meal was excellent; the steak was particularly … . a) flavoured b) tasteful c) delicious
283. Are there any seats left for this evening’s …? a) opera b) act c) performance
284. Having … the table, she called the family for supper. a) laid b) spread c) ordered
285. As I have been ill, I have had no … to discuss the business plan. a) suitability b) possibility c) opportunity
286. Tom … to turn up for the football match. a) omitted b) failed c) stopped
287. The manager’s presence was helpful, but he could … us more money. a) give b) gave c) have given
288. There are five lawyers in my town and I have consulted … of them in turn. a) every b) each c) any
289. The final course was so difficult that I didn’t … any progress at all. a) do b) create c) make
290. I’m tired of looking at ancient … . a) ruins b) foundations c) remnants
291. My bike is gone: it must … . a) have been stolen b) have stolen c) be stolen
292. There’s a … to her patience. a) top b) limit c) bottom
293. I … hands with the guests. a) gave b) nodded c) shook
294. We had a great … of trouble getting through customs. a) level b) lot c) deal
295. Rose trees need to be … regularly. a) cut b) clipped c) pruned
296. What made you think … such a thing? a) of b) on c) at
297. I would go to the pool if the weather … good. a) is b) were c) has been
298. I rang you up while he … his report. a) was finishing b) has been finishing c) had finished
299. The bus … is 50 cents. a) cost b) fare c) charge
300. Before the invention of refrigeration, the ... of meat was a problem. a) preservation b) keeping c) maintenance
301. Could I have another one? Oh, there doesn’t seem to be … . a) any left b) some left c) left any
302. I will go on working on the farm … I can. a) through b) during c) as long as
303. I’ll ask Ms. Thompson to … to you as soon as she returns. a) ring b) contact c) speak
304. This new model works by letting light through a small … at the front. a) leak b) hole c) break
305. You will have to … your holiday if you are too ill. a) cut down b) call off c) put aside
306. If you go to the market you might find a … . a) chance b) bargain c) trade
307. The train was ... by three hours because of bad weather. a) postponed b) put off c) delayed
308. My guests didn’t leave until 3 a.m.; they … have enjoyed themselves. a) can’t b) must c) might
309. She was sitting just ... Steve and John. a) beside b) off c) besides
310. Mary remembered the correct address only … she had posted the letter. a) since b) following c) after
311. I have never … any experience of living in a small village. a) wished b) made c) had
312. I’m very … of cash at the moment. a) down b) empty c) short
313. The … were told to fasten their seat belts. a) passengers b) flyers c) customers
314. There are … trains running today. a) scarcer b) fewer c) little
