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APPENDIX 500 MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS Choose the word that best completes each sentence The problem …………… because neither side was prepared to compromise A amassed C refresh D reinstate B track C progress D step B dampen C erode D belittle B attach C lay D pay B salient C conspicuous D pronounced B see C take D read B reconcile C concede D allow B monopolize C overrun D surpass B sulk C hush D muse B there and then C at a stroke D on and off B mutual C joint D collective Once I had …………… myself that they could be trusted, I signed the contract A assured 18 B renew I don’t like him and he doesn’t like me, so the feeling is entirely …………… A respective 17 D endeavours I didn’t want to make a decision ……………, so I said I’d like to think about it A in one go 16 C pains Ann is rather childish and tends to …………… if she can’t have what she wants A ponder 15 B trouble The interests of her family …………… all other considerations for her A outweigh 14 D air You’ll just have to …………… yourself to the fact that you can’t always have what you want A acknowledge 13 C utter I wouldn’t …………… too much into her comments, I’m sure they were meant as a joke A draw 12 B vent It was a …………… lie and nobody at all believed it A blatant 11 D contain If I were you, I wouldn’t …………… any importance to such a trivial incident A put 10 C reserve Not even losing all the time could …………… his enthusiasm for tennis A recede B inhibit It’s difficult to keep …………… with all the recent changes in the law A pace D severely After years of making unsuccessful films, she is hoping that this one will …………… her career A revive C heavily I was at …………… to make it clear that I wasn’t blaming either of them A efforts B amply A meeting was held so that staff could …………… their views freely A divulge D enhanced Emma found it impossible to …………… her anger and started shouting A restrict C proliferated She relies …………… on her parents for financial support A profusely B escalated B confirmed C ascertained D guaranteed How did you come …………… that wonderful painting over there? A about © Đào Nhất Sinh B in for C by Page 141 D out with Bộ đề luyện thi học sinh giỏi 19 Tom’s normally very efficient but he’s been making a lot of mistakes …………… A of late 20 C advance D envisage B obedience C accordance D concession B hanker C yearn D aspire B uninitiated C blind D unacquainted B appreciation C regard D sensitivity B vindicated C verified D proved B indefinite C provisional D indeterminate B incessant C solid D perpetual B these days C so long D just now B gasping C panting D blowing B view C belief D opinion She didn’t show even a …………… of emotion when the court found her guilty A gleam 36 B hazard Sam has always taken the …………… that there is more to life than money A outlook 35 D bear out I couldn’t stop myself from …………… with boredom during the lecture A sighing 34 C show off I wrote to them a fortnight ago but …………… I haven’t had a reply A as yet 33 B check out They worked for six …………… hours without a break A constant 32 D drooping This is the …………… timetable for the conference – it may change later A conditional 31 C sprawling After a few weeks in the job, he …………… himself to be a valuable employee A established 30 B lounging She showed little …………… of the problems we were facing A affinity 29 D deceptions A lot of people are …………… to the damage that is being done to the environment A ignorant 28 C illusions Harry doesn’t …………… to great fame and fortune, he just wants to make a decent living A crave 27 B daydreams In …………… with your request, I am happy to enclose our brochure A assent 26 D indifferent I wouldn’t like to …………… a guess as to how much this might cost A speculate 25 C detached I’m afraid that the facts don’t …………… your theory A pull off 24 B disinterested Suddenly I slipped and ended up …………… on the floor A slouching 23 D shortly We were under no …………… about how difficult it would be to achieve our aims A fantasies 22 C in a while Clare is completely …………… to other people’s opinions of her A casual 21 B for now B wink C flicker D flash But …………… some countries have ruined their agriculture, squandering money on uneconomic factories, the Ivory Coast has stuck to what it is good at A after 37 C when D while In all ……………, you’ll find that you needn’t have worried about this problem A odds 38 B during B chances C probability D prospect He shouted so much during the match that his voice was …………… afterwards A raucous © Đào Nhất Sinh B grating C shrill Page 142 D hoarse Bộ đề luyện thi học sinh giỏi 39 She didn’t want to …………… his feelings, so she pretended to like the present he had bought her A harm 40 B racing C rushing D tearing B recollection C recognition D familiarity B spell C clear D stand B parted C separated D broke B pay C advantage D profit B desire C will D preference B abnormal C seldom D rare B deposed C expelled D discarded B gesture C signal D symbol B distorted C warped D smudged I didn’t know the words to the song, so I could only …………… the tune while the others sang A whine 55 D moot A lot of the photos came out …………… because I wasn’t sure how to use the camera properly A blurred 54 C quarrelsome I bought them a gift as a …………… of thanks for all the help they had given me A hint 53 B argumentative They were …………… from their apartment because they hadn’t paid the rent A evicted 52 D head On the …………… occasions when I met him, I found him quite pleasant A scarce 51 C top Although it was against my ……………, I had to as I was told A option 50 B point It doesn’t …………… to approach the boss when he’s very busy, he gets very annoyed A benefit 49 D extensively We went to the end of the street together and then we …………… company A split 48 C a long way He didn’t understand what I was saying so I had to …………… it out to him in very simple terms A figure 47 B vastly We hadn’t seen each other for ten years and she’d changed out of all …………… A identification 46 D out We’re not in a …………… hurry so let’s have another coffee A dashing 45 C away I think it’s …………… whether he’s as good an actor as some people say he is A debatable 44 B through She was at the …………… of her fame when tragedy struck A height 43 D hurt In my opinion, he is …………… the best player in the country A by far 42 C upset His whole life seemed to fall …………… when he lost his job A apart 41 B wound B hiss C mutter D hum We can judge the success of your scheme only by taking …………… account the financial benefits over the next few years A into 56 D over B personality C nature D character To forget her problems, she …………… herself with her work A devoted 58 C from It’s quite out of …………… for Paul to behave so terribly A temperament 57 B out B occupied C immersed D dedicated It was obvious that his …………… intention was to cause an argument A pure © Đào Nhất Sinh B sheer C sole Page 143 D mere Bộ đề luyện thi học sinh giỏi 59 I took …………… with him on a number of his comments, which I thought unfair A challenge 60 D agreeably B excluding C omitting D failing B pulls C talks D runs B respect C regard D renown B Supposedly C Assuming D Granted B plain C frank D straight B dawned C occurred D entered B relevance C significance D repercussion B commonplace C standard D regular B fondness C liking D attraction In the …………… of demand for tickets, it has been decided that an extra performance will be staged A view 74 C cheerfully We took such a great …………… to the place that we decided to go and live there A affection 73 B kindly From now on, staff meetings will be held on a …………… basis, once a month A persistent 72 D correspond It was a bad mistake but it had no …………… on the outcome of the match A bearing 71 C tally It never …………… my mind that such a terrible thing would happen A struck 70 B conform I thought I had made it …………… that I didn’t wish to discuss this matter A distinct 69 D in …………… he caught his plane; he hasn’t phoned to say anything went wrong A Presumably 68 C up He is held in high …………… by everyone who works with him A reputation 67 B on He …………… this city down so much that I don’t know why he doesn’t leave A holds 66 D slip I’m expecting to contact them by phone but …………… that, I’ll write to them A leaving 65 C wrong Jane didn’t take …………… to your suggestion that she was mean with her money A pleasantly 64 B error The hotel didn’t …………… the description given in the brochure A fit 63 D issue If you pay for both of us now, I’ll settle …………… when we get home A for 62 C exception Despite all the evidence, he wouldn’t admit that he was in the …………… A fault 61 B offence B light C consideration D grounds The job applicant told her interviewer that she would jump …………… the chance to work for such a prestigious firm A to 75 B comfort C calm D relief B all in all C over and above D at the most By the …………… of it, the economy will improve over the next few months A face 78 D at The weather wasn’t very good but, ……………, it was a good holiday A as a rule 77 C on I was worried but their reassurances put my mind at …………… A rest 76 B for B impression C evidence D look Working there was good for me, …………… I gained a lot of valuable experience A as far as © Đào Nhất Sinh B in that C as for Page 144 D in terms of Bộ đề luyện thi học sinh giỏi 79 His amazing natural skills set him …………… from most other players A aside 80 C account D clarify B intensely C harshly D acutely B sharp C grave D keen B flinched C cringed D winced B depth C limit D range B dither C pause D linger B stint C round D spate B ingredient C component D element B space C spell D duration Tim and Alan have never got on well and there is a lot of …………… feeling between them A cross 93 B amplify In the …………… of just two days, her whole life changed A interval 92 D row I’m sure there’s a definite …………… of envy in her nasty comments about you A factor 91 C series There was a huge …………… of applause when the star of the show appeared A bout 90 B sequence If you’re ever in this area again, don’t …………… to come and stay with us A hesitate 89 D stand by All the others were experts and I was out of my …………… in the conversation A level 88 C bear up As he accepted the award, his voice …………… with emotion A quivered 87 B hold out Rose has always had …………… interest in matters to with the environment A fierce 86 D let She …………… disputed his version of what had happened A hotly 85 C died He refused to …………… on why he took such an unexpected decision A elaborate 84 B wore Harriet has now arrived late for work three days in a …………… A line 83 D out I’ve applied, but I don’t …………… much hope of getting the job A keep at 82 C apart He was thrilled at living in a new country but the fascination soon …………… off A faded 81 B off B adverse C ill D vile Ben thought it pointless to swim against the …………… as the vast majority of guests clearly wanted to go to the party A tide 94 C close D standstill B despondent C downcast D glum B inspired C moved D aroused It took him a long time to come to …………… with the fact that he was never going to be a great author A acceptance 98 B stoppage She was …………… to tears by the kind things that were said about her A touched 97 D drift It was a rather …………… day, with dark clouds everywhere A gloomy 96 C wind I’ll have to call a …………… to this discussion, as we have a lot of work to A halt 95 B flow B terms C understanding D allowance The thieves took …………… when they heard a police car approaching A retreat © Đào Nhất Sinh B flight C escape Page 145 D getaway Bộ đề luyện thi học sinh giỏi 99 Afterwards, when I …………… on the events of that day, I could hardly believe what had happened A contemplated 100 B awarded C earned D deserved B impose C regard D concern B claim C requirement D demand B supersede C overcome D outclass B attending C assisting D hearing B progresses C accelerates D gains B unscathed C contained D intact B abolish C postpone D re-do If this animal had escaped from its cage, it could …………… have killed or maimed several people A equally 112 D interpose A minority of the committee members were dissatisfied with the decision and endeavoured to …………… it A overturn 111 C intercept Luckily my wallet was handed in to the police with all its contents …………… A preserved 110 B interact I must take this watch to be repaired; it …………… over twenty minutes a day A increases 109 D including At the last concert we had the privilege of …………… the composer’s latest symphony A listening 108 C involving In the legal profession, men …………… women by five to one A outnumber 107 B connecting We don’t sell foreign newspapers because there is no …………… for them A request 106 D underline The usual reason for exemption from tax does not …………… in this case A apply 105 C highlight After the campaign a special medal was …………… to all combatants A gained 104 B instill The company directors asked the government to …………… in the dispute and prevent a strike A intervene 103 D weighed The main road through Salisbury was blocked for two hours today after an accident …………… several vehicles A containing 102 C reflected They tried to …………… on their children the importance of a good education A impress 101 B reviewed B both C well D severely When the stress of working in the stockmarket proved too much, he started considering a less …………… but more easygoing career A lucrative 113 D transgression B arrested C charged D judged B showing C directing D indicating B matter C care for D mind C deferred D delayed The decision was …………… to a later meeting A cancelled 118 C negligence She didn’t …………… doing the ironing, as she hadn’t wanted to go out anyway A object 117 B oversight If you walk along this lane you will se the signpost …………… to the beach A pointing 116 D well-off Motorists …………… of speeding may be banned from driving for a year A convicted 115 C wealthy Because of an unfortunate …………… your order was not dispatched by the date requested A hindrance 114 B prosperous B arranged Tempers began to …………… as the lorries forced their way through the picket lines A break © Đào Nhất Sinh B fray C grate Page 146 D fire Bộ đề luyện thi học sinh giỏi 119 The old ship will be towed into harbour and …………… A broken up 120 D triumph B wink C nick D brink B notice C information D preparation B part with C give in D let out B unconvincing C unimaginable D incredulous B led C assured D confirmed B sensing C sipping D savouring B objection C dislike D opposition At school he had a good academic record, and also …………… at sports A prevailed 131 C avail That minister’s …………… of party politics is well known to the public A disgust 130 B effect We sat on after the meal, …………… the taste of the fine brandy A indulging 129 D inflamed He …………… me to believe that they had left the district A made 128 C exploded He told his father a long and …………… story to explain his lateness A inconceivable 127 B ignited He was so mean that he couldn’t bear to …………… the smallest sum of money for the charity appeal A pay off 126 D objected I’m sorry we gave you such short …………… of our visit A caution 125 C regarded They managed to free him from the burning car in the …………… of time before the tank exploded A tick 124 B criticised The government has made no …………… in the fight against inflation; indeed, the situation has worsened recently A headway 123 D broken off The tank of petrol was …………… by a carelessly discarded cigarette end A lit up 122 C broken in Making private calls on the office phone is severely …………… on in our department A frowned 121 B broken down B achieved C surpassed D excelled After the fire, the government pledged to implement a programme of …………… all over the devastated national park A reforestation 132 B by C with D over B taken down C taken in D taken up B latter C consecutive D successive B enroll C register D sign The painting was a valuable family possession, which had been …………… from generation to generation A handed over 138 D characteristic After leaving school, Nigel decided to …………… in the army A enlist 137 C problem The lecture was rather boring, but the …………… discussion proved fruitful A subsequent 136 B habit He was completely …………… by her tale of hardship A taken away 135 D reconstruction He lost his job …………… no fault of his own A through 134 C rebuilding Old houses have a …………… to be draughty A tendency 133 B replenishment B handed down C handed out D handed across By an unfortunate ……………, the bride’s sister was not invited to the wedding A insult © Đào Nhất Sinh B oversight C neglect Page 147 D disregard Bộ đề luyện thi học sinh giỏi 139 …………… a fire, hotel guests are asked to remain calm A As a result of 140 C slowed D reduced B veto C taboo D boycott B seeing C noting D judging B blank C introduction D beginning B included C ranged D dealt B with C on D at B proposal C conclusion D prediction The number of tickets available will be …………… by the size of the stadium A related 150 B cut It’s a foregone …………… that he’ll be top of the class again A concept 149 D scar I will keep your application …………… file for the time being A in 148 C flaw The lecture …………… from prehistory to modern times and gave the audience much to think about A covered 147 B error When his business failed, he started from …………… A scratch 146 D relics She can’t be interested in the lessons, …………… that she always arrives late A viewing 145 C remnants Because of the shortage of water there is a …………… on the use of hose-pipes A ban 144 B results Too many hotels have been built and this has …………… down prices, making holidays cheaper A forced 143 D In the time of There’s a tiny …………… in the diamond; that’s why the ring is so cheap A deformity 142 C By reason of When I went into the dining room next morning, the …………… of the dinner were still on the table A remains 141 B In the event of B determined C dependent D consequent We are trying to reach a conclusion without examining the evidence first; we’re putting the cart before the …………… A cow 151 C apart D rather B reached C approached D amounted B away C out D up B keep on C maintain D preserve B minimal C secondary D minor If he discovers the truth, there’s no telling what …………… happen A should 158 B other The accused was given a short sentence as he had committed only a …………… offence A subordinate 157 D idea As he approached the end of the race he found it hard to …………… his speed A carry on 156 C thought It was a serious quarrel, and they took a long time to make it …………… A over 155 B opinion Protests died down when they realised that the new tax …………… to only 50p a week A added 154 D dog He didn’t know anyone at the wedding …………… than the bride and groom A except 153 C horse After listening to all the arguments I am now of the …………… that there should be no new road A attitude 152 B ox B shall C would D might New legislation makes it possible for the Government to …………… protest marches A ban © Đào Nhất Sinh B forestall C inhibit Page 148 D deny Bộ đề luyện thi học sinh giỏi 159 She …………… wanted a house overlooking the sea A particularly 160 B sight C glimpse D flash B by C as D with B number C ratio D percentage B falling down C breaking up D knocking over B dwindled C slackened D alleviated B pointers C arms D fingers For my birthday, I was given a writing set …………… two pens, envelopes and notepaper A involving 169 D supreme I couldn’t tell what time it was because workmen had removed the …………… of the clock A hands 168 C overruling It was three days before the storm …………… and life began to return to normal A abated 167 B superlative The little boy was continually …………… the ornaments A tripping up 166 D believe At the universities of Oxford and Cambridge the …………… of teachers to students is very high A proportion 165 C look on Edinburgh is known …………… the Athens of the North A for 164 B consider She caught a …………… of the thief as he made his get-away A glance 163 D extremely For centuries Rome was the …………… power in the Mediterranean A utmost 162 C essentially ‘Most people …………… the Government’s economic policy as a success,’ claimed the spokesman A measure 161 B strongly B comprising C consisting D holding Arsenal are leading by 12 points, but the outcome of the championship is not as cut and …………… as everyone thinks A cropped 170 D caught B approved C inspired D spurred B experienced C expert D unemotional B slid C skidded D slipped B wield C sway D manage B capable C acceptable D accessible A relief …………… has been set up to help earthquake victims A fund 178 C pulled One condition of this job is that you must be …………… to work at weekends A available 177 B taken Members of the aristocracy don’t …………… a great deal of power nowadays A practise 176 D controlled The wheels …………… as the car went over an icy patch A skipped 175 C privileged After many years as a doctor, he had become …………… to scenes of human distress A hardened 174 B dependable Children who are praised for their work are always …………… on to better A encouraged 173 D dried The boy’s mother was …………… in by his lies A drawn 172 C slashed Those men were appointed by the directors and are …………… only to them A accountable 171 B pasted B donation C treasury D collection The prison was so well guarded that any thought of escape was …………… A despairing © Đào Nhất Sinh B aimless C desperate Page 149 D pointless Bộ đề luyện thi học sinh giỏi 179 Supposing I …………… to agree to your request, how you think the other students would feel? A would 180 C to D for B gained C possessed D took B by the time C in retrospect D in this eventuality B assent C concede D acquiesce B back C through D over B taking account C allowing D calculating B away C up D over B legitimate C law-abiding D judicial B with C for D in B disturb C invade D impose B as which C with which D for such B revolt C campaign D protest B out C in D on The first time he spoke in public he was …………… with nerves A overcome 199 B up I’m so tired that I can’t take …………… what you’re saying A up 198 D extensive As soon as the consumer protection law was passed, some manufacturers began to …………… to have it changed A object 197 C ample There was a storm …………… I had never experienced before A such as 196 B protracted I turned down his offer to stay as I did not wish to …………… upon his family A interfere 195 D kernel While politicians argue about nuclear weapons, ordinary people are simply concerned …………… staying alive A of 194 C core Even the most …………… drivers feel an urge to break the speed-limit occasionally A lawful 193 B pith He looked like an Englishman, but his foreign accent gave him …………… A in 192 D maintains Even …………… for inflation he thought it was a good investment A considering 191 C emphasises The government spends vast sums on defence while public services are being cut …………… A up 190 B advises Although they had suffered heavy losses, the commanders refused to …………… defeat A grant 189 D provided No-one appreciated his work during his lifetime, but …………… it is clear that he was a great artist A in the aftermath 188 C caused Even at that early stage the school felt that she …………… a good chance of passing her exams A stood 187 B made Don’t jump …………… conclusions; we don’t yet know all the relevant facts A into 186 D irritation Two months is …………… time to allow for the job to be completed A profuse 185 C resentment When he had finished the apple he threw the …………… into the bin A heart 184 B offence The government’s new safety pamphlet …………… against smoking in bed A declares 183 D could His failure …………… great disappointment to his parents A forced 182 C were I hope you won’t take …………… if I tell you the truth A annoyance 181 B am B inhibited C numbed D frozen In order to give up smoking, you need to exercise great …………… A abstinence © Đào Nhất Sinh B obstinacy C endeavour Page 150 D will-power Bộ đề luyện thi học sinh giỏi 200 For people with hearing difficulties, telephones with volume controls provide the best …………… A solution 201 C assessment D claim B turn from C turn down D turn against B adding up C presented to D according to B make C decide D reach B considering C assuming D estimating B falling C for to fall D having fallen B switch off C let out D wind up B appoint C deputise D delegate B report C notify D acquaint B marvelled C surprised D baffled B came at C came through D came to B confirmation C reality D conclusion B adjust C calculate D allow Because of rapid technological progress, the computers being made today will be …………… in five years’ time A outdone 220 B invoice The seat belt can be altered to …………… for differences in the size of the passenger A permit 219 D attributed When he examined the gun the detective’s suspicion turned into …………… A certainty 218 C exemplified When her millionaire father died, the heiress …………… a fortune A came into 217 B associated The children …………… at the ease with which the circus acrobats performed their routine A amazed 216 D Unknowing He failed to …………… the authorities of his change of address A certify 215 C Unaware The ability to …………… work is the sign of a good manager A discharge 214 B Unacquainted She works very hard and finds it difficult to …………… when she gets home A give in 213 D aptitudes After his girlfriend left him, George determined never …………… in love again A to fall 212 C qualities She bought the mansion …………… that she would make a fortune out of her new novel A speculating 211 B requirements The committee took just thirty minutes to …………… the conclusion that action was necessary A judge 210 D issued Prizes are awarded …………… the number of points scored A resulting from 209 C disseminated He’ll be very upset if you …………… his offer of help A turn away 208 B offered After the theft of his car he put in an insurance …………… for £3,000 A account 207 D back away She always …………… the smell of fresh bread with her mother, who loved baking A remembered 206 C back up …………… of recent political developments he was taken by surprise on his arrival in the capital A Unexpected 205 B back down The student failed to meet the necessary …………… for admission to the course A fulfillments 204 D result By going in person to the office which …………… the forms she was able to get what she wanted A controlled 203 C reply It was too late to …………… of the contract A back out 202 B response B extinct C obsolete D retired Few pleasures can equal …………… of a cool drink on a hot day A it © Đào Nhất Sinh B that C such Page 151 D this Bộ đề luyện thi học sinh giỏi 221 I’ll just …………… an eye over these figures before you type them A cast 222 C grimace D howl B recoup C repeat D report B burning C heated D scorching B usual C ordinary D typical B retreat C recoil D retract B absorb C interest D achieve B draw C present D make B tiny C small D trivial B reach C act D perform B operator C user D director B regular C ordinary D average B protection C prevention D preclusion B come C reach D get I knew Sam was looking for the right tool from the …………… of sounds which came from the shed A sputter 241 B beam The winds changed and it seemed our sailing team might …………… out on top A float 240 D snort As a matter of ……………, Robbie never left home without an umbrella during the rainy season A prudence 239 C wince Gossip was …………… among the workers, who were ever anxious to know each other’s business A commonplace 238 B smirk Because of the panic around him, the radio …………… had difficulty transmitting the information A conductor 237 D the charge of In the director’s opinion, it was high time the actress began to …………… her age A be 236 C care During their first date, Jane had nervously peppered the conversation with …………… talk A unimportant 235 B care of Tom was able to …………… a pretty picture of the situation and impress his manager A paint 234 D make Students are rarely able to …………… all the information given in one of the professor’s lectures A capture 233 C invent The salesman demonstrated how a push of the button would cause the aerial to …………… A rebound 232 B cause It was …………… of Harry to arrive late and then try to dominate the meeting A common 231 D clues Their discussion quickly developed into a …………… argument over who should receive the money A hot 230 C aids The student’s rude interruption brought a sharp …………… from his teacher A retort 229 B tips The news that his job was in jeopardy caused James to …………… with concern A frown 228 D sprout Sandra’s unpleasant …………… suggested that she knew about Amanda’s terrible secret A grimace 227 C root The little boy was left in …………… his grandmother during his parents’ absence A charge 226 B flourish If we bend the rules for one person it will …………… a dangerous precedent A create 225 D throw This book is full of practical …………… on home decorating and repairs A helps 224 C toss His emotional problems …………… from the attitudes he encountered as a child, I think A stem 223 B fling B clatter C mutter D flutter Always make sure the blender switch is set on ‘idle’ before you …………… it into an electricity supply A thrust © Đào Nhất Sinh B push C shove Page 152 D plug Bộ đề luyện thi học sinh giỏi 242 Furiously, she banged down the …………… and immediately dialled the complaints department A headset 243 C tester D Assessor B sponsor C referee D arbitrator B Chief C Supervisor D Head B entrant C contestant D contender B credit C loan D return B finance C monetary D economic B nursing C infancy D toddler B abode C dwelling D accommodation B light C candle D oil B archives C records D collections B soaked up C welled up D weighed down B foretold C prearranged D pre-planned B student C assistant D apprentice I recently started to study History by …………… course A distance 262 B invigilator For seven years my father was a(n) …………… plumber A pupil 261 D grabs It is a …………… conclusion that figures are going to be worse than last year’s A foregone 260 C grips As soon as he read the letter, tears …………… in his eyes A filled in 259 B holds You are bound to find information on the stockmarket crash of 1987 in the newspaper …………… A files 258 D rushed Jerry has been burning the midnight …………… over the last few days; his finale exam is soon A lamp 257 C jumped In my first year at university I lived in the halls of …………… A residence 256 B drove Next year our three-year-old will be starting …………… school A nursery 255 D step For books on accounting and ……………, go to the third floor of the library A fiscal 254 C haste Books taken from the short …………… section are due to be returned the next day A borrowing 253 B rhythm The successful …………… will hold a good degree in Economics and have at least two years’ experience A applicant 252 D design “Great news! I’ve been made …………… of Department!” A Leader 251 C mode With your application, you should provide the name of an academic …………… A evaluator 250 B method The …………… told the candidates to turn over the question paper and begin A inspector 249 D windy It was some time before she came to …………… with the fact that she had lost A catches 248 C baggy When he saw the damage to his car, he …………… into a rage A flew 247 B flowing Botanists remain baffled by the plant’s extraordinary …………… of growth A pace 246 D receiver Pat’s …………… of dress frequently harks back to the days when Parisian couture was all the rage A tone 245 C recipient A pair of …………… trousers, over-used and over-large, did little to improve the boy’s appearance A wide 244 B handle B mail C postal D correspondence The accused confidently …………… that he was innocent A preserved © Đào Nhất Sinh B maintained C conserved Page 153 D defended Bộ đề luyện thi học sinh giỏi 263 State pensions are currently at the centre of a(n) …………… debate A scorching 264 D small print B rearrangement C reshuffle D reconstruction C quartered B quarterly D seasonal B record C platter D dish B official C executive D administrator B advertising C promotional D publicity B schedules C listings D records B live C alive D living B general C widespread D extensive B spur C drive D prod B admire C appreciate D extol B inaugural C integral D insidious B babyhood C opening D infancy The Prime Minister gave an …………… response to the question A evading 283 C classified The job creation scheme is still in its …………… A childhood 282 B confidential He didn’t mean to be offensive; it was quite an …………… remark A innocuous 281 D correspondents One of the guests stood up to …………… the virtues of the fine food A worship 280 C followers His supporters did everything they could to…………… him on in the race A push 279 B journalists There will be …………… coverage of the games on most channels A complete 278 D extensive The match will be screened on ITV, with …………… commentary by Andy Gray A lively 277 C expansive B widespread To find out what’s on TV, just look in the TV & audio …………… A programmes 276 D status We’ll take a short …………… break and we’ll be right back A commercial 275 C reputation I can’t give you that information, you will have to speak with the press …………… A officer 274 B readership They want to erect a huge satellite …………… right opposite my house A plate 273 D dropping I subscribe to a …………… literary journal A three-monthly 272 C dripping The Prime Minister is considering a cabinet …………… A reorganisation 271 B plummeting The advertising space that is divided into sections is generally known as the …………… ads A small 270 D guide He was one of the BBC’s best-known war …………… A reporters 269 C counselor I prefer …………… newspapers to tabloids A broadsheet 268 B consultant The newspaper’s …………… has been falling for a number of years A audience 267 D flamed Fortunately, the number of students …………… out of school is lower A falling 266 C fiery At the start of the course, everyone is assigned a(n) …………… of studies A advisor 265 B exploded B invasive C evasive D invading She had a(n) …………… interest in holding a separate bank account A vested © Đào Nhất Sinh B invested C shadowed Page 154 D implied Bộ đề luyện thi học sinh giỏi 284 I assure you that I …………… no hostile feelings towards you A shelter 285 C hand D aboard B direct C straight D even B clarity C visibility D vision B flight C in-flight D in-flying B somber C weighty D heavy B translocation C move D relocation B destination C goal D target B rejoice C involve D indulge B attendants C personnel D crew B salon C lounge D lobby B rattle C rock D roll B preoccupied C riveted D engrossed B line C shoulder D lane Turning on his …………… lights would have alerted other drivers to his presence at the roadside A danger 304 B side The engine was making a very strange sound, so it seemed prudent to pull onto the hard …………… A place 303 D around He was so …………… in his career that he neglected his friends and family A obsessed 302 C aground She was very frustrated by his behaviour, but didn’t say anything because she didn’t want to …………… the boat A shake 301 B ashore When I remembered I had forgotten Julie’s present, I was already in the departure …………… A room 300 D drive The cabin …………… were dressed in very bright orange suits A workforce 299 C steer While in Jamaica, she was able to …………… in some of her favourite activities A enjoy 298 B control She failed to see how the area had ever become such a popular holiday …………… A objective 297 D passing Their …………… from the airport to the hotel was speedily arranged A transfer 296 C crossroad She was rudely awakened by a sudden bout of …………… turbulence A stern 295 B crossing Julia preferred to sleep rather than partake of the …………… entertainment A flying 294 D ground Poor …………… led to the pilot’s decision to request a landing at an alternative airport A sight 293 C level Without delay, she booked a(n) …………… flight to Manila so as to be in time for the meeting A instant 292 B deck Of those on ……………, few survived to relate the tragedy of the Pacific Queen A board 291 D platitudes The stricken vessel ran …………… on a large reef A aside 290 C pliabilities Enormous swells roused by ferocious winds made it impossible to …………… the ship to safety A direct 289 B placidities A note in the Captain’s log stated that it was the roughest …………… he had ever experienced A passage 288 D cover The passenger cabins which were on the upper …………… were renovated last year A floor 287 C embrace I am sick of hearing the same old …………… in meetings A plenitudes 286 B harbour B risk C hazard D peril By …………… speed restrictions on motorways, the government has endangered every careful driver on the road A heightening © Đào Nhất Sinh B lifting C rising Page 155 D elevating Bộ đề luyện thi học sinh giỏi 305 Whenever he watched detective films, his imagination ran …………… A raging 306 C slit D wound B predilection C predisposition D penchant B wheeze C whirl D whip B inactive C involuntary D inert B strained C stringent D stern B variable C diverse D multiple B speedy C quickened D rushing B contagious C congenital D Contentious B shallow C exterior D flesh B content C intake D ingestion B notch C slit D precision B regular C replicating D recurring B respiratory C breathing D breath Travelling by sea makes me suffer from …………… A vertigo 325 B cutting My father is suffering from a …………… infection A respiration 324 D depletion The footballer had a …………… injury to his hamstring A repeating 323 C tiredness The surgeon made a small …………… behind the patient’s ear A incision 322 B collapse The doctor told me to increase my vitamin D …………… A reception 321 D discomfort Don’t be so concerned; it’s only a(n) …………… wound A skin 320 C discordance Some of the cattle were placed in quarantine for fear of the disease being …………… A contractual 319 B distortion All Jane’s friends visited her in hospital to wish her a …………… recovery A hastened 318 D clot After the crash, he was taken to hospital suffering from …………… injuries A manifold 317 C spasm You are advised not to engage in …………… activity during very hot weather A strenuous 316 B cramp I am subjected to wheeze smoking in the office and at home A passive 315 D perfusion I still …………… in the morning even though I gave up smoking a month ago A whistle 314 C concussion David has a(n) …………… to fainting at the sight of blood A inclination 313 B percussion The nurse dressed the …………… on his leg and gave him an injection A hurt 312 D sore Close to complete ……………, the marathon runner entered the stadium A exhaustion 311 C pain It’s not usual to suffer some slight …………… after visiting the dentist’s A distension 310 B pinch After swimming a lot, I often get …………… in one leg A stitch 309 D furious You should see a doctor; after such a blow to the head you may be suffering from …………… A condition 308 C unchecked Since moving that furniture I have this dull …………… in my back A ache 307 B riot B vomit C nausea D disgust After a series of tests, the doctor was able to make a(n) …………… A diagnosis © Đào Nhất Sinh B conclusion C result Page 156 D opinion Bộ đề luyện thi học sinh giỏi 326 …………… are kindly requested to observe the no-smoking policy in this restaurant A Eaters 327 C domineering D overbearing B arresting C apprehensive D detaining B chamber C room D foyer B retiring C costume D dressing B pinning C enfastening D Nailing B sizeable C sizing D resized B mansion C home D house B mechanic C engineer D artist B grabbing C gripping D gruelling B provocative C suggestive D stimulating B marble C limestone D rock B negative C sullen D glum B trying C challenged D demanding It was the young artist’s intention to convert the attic into an art …………… A room 346 B pressing The …………… audience included individuals who were well versed in Greek tragedy A requesting 345 D subsequent Every room in the hotel was characterized by shabby furniture and …………… lighting A morose 344 C substitute The …………… statue seemed incongruous among the rough surfaces of the modern exhibits A charcoal 343 B sustaining Her love of the Orient inspired this most recent anthology of …………… poems and short stories A evocative 342 D completed “This thriller is in a class of its own A well-crafted and …………… first novel A grasping 341 C accomplished The sound …………… had toured with the band on numerous occasions in the past A assistant 340 B realised The opera …………… took years to build and is one of the most beautiful buildings in this city A court 339 D shameless The young director was thrilled to discover that his play had attracted a …………… audience A sized 338 C forward She found the novel absolutely …………… and impossible to put down A riveting 337 B crude When the curtain fell, the leading lady rushed to the …………… room in floods of tears A preparing 336 D diamond Toby loathed popular music, a …………… orchestra being far more to his taste A hall 335 C ruby Critics agree that Trevor Richmond gave a particularly …………… performance as King Lear A holding 334 B gold James could no longer bear the …………… surroundings of the decrepit old house A oppressive 333 D enforcer Ford’s career truly began after he was awarded an Oscar for best …………… actor A supporting 332 C amplifier Barker was already a(n) …………… writer by the time his third novel was published in 1989 A achieved 331 B augmenter George had a(n) …………… and enduring affection for the garrulous old man A unabashed 330 D Punters Monsoon Wedding was described as a cinematic jewel when it hit the …………… screen A silver 329 C Consumers The fact that no music at all came from the speakers suggested a problem with the …………… A magnifier 328 B Diners B flat C studio D lab All efforts to calm the situation down only …………… the situation A exacerbated © Đào Nhất Sinh B exaggerated C exasperated Page 157 D extrapolated Bộ đề luyện thi học sinh giỏi 347 Most people who win a lot of money usually …………… it on unnecessary things A consume 348 C inside D indoor B spectators C fans D supporters B leagues C groups D pools B researcher C scout D spy B suspended C excluded D omitted B opponents C enemies D foes B obstructions C barriers D hurdles B owner C holder D possessor B miss C defeat D reverse B unchallenged C unquestioned D unaccosted B strolling C pedestrian D striding B narrowly C finely D thinly B introductory C initial D pre-seasonal …………… police were called to the scene when violent protesters posed a threat to the public A Trouble 367 B covered Not only did they not win the trophy, but they were knocked out in the …………… round A qualifying 366 D floor In basketball, Sheffield …………… defeated London 86 – 85 A tightly 365 C rink Three of their players were out injured, but there’s still no excuse for such a …………… performance A walking 364 B pool Having beaten all six challengers, he is now the …………… champion of the world A undisputed 363 D pitch Last week’s …………… was a blow to their chances of reaching the finals A losing 362 C arena The current title …………… is under threat of being stripped of it A keeper 361 B court Brian is competing in the 110m …………… in the school’s sports tournament A obstacles 360 D promoter Liverpool beat local ……………, Everton, by two goals to one last Saturday A rivals 359 C supporter The player was …………… for the remainder of the season A expelled 358 B backer A talent …………… for Leeds discovered him when he was only 16 A watcher 357 D commentator Capriati has won all three major …………… this year A tournaments 356 C analyst Over a million …………… are expected to watch the FA Cup final on TV this coming Saturday A viewers 355 B descriptor He holds the 1500m record for …………… athletics A interior 354 D diminish There are plans to build an ice …………… in our town A ring 353 C dwindle The football …………… was badly waterlogged and the match was postponed A stadium 352 B impair The …………… for this year’s local athletics championship is a well-known sportswear manufacture A sponsor 351 D throw The football …………… nearly lost his voice from shouting so loudly A speaker 350 C squander Working in a noisy environment for a prolonged period of time may, in some cases, …………… one’s hearing A dilute 349 B give B Riot C Crowd D Mutiny The protesters were ordered to …………… and calm was restored to the area A dissolve © Đào Nhất Sinh B scatter C disperse Page 158 D Dislocate Bộ đề luyện thi học sinh giỏi 368 The Chief of Police was criticized for contributing to the social …………… of a minority group A expulsion 369 C uncanny D unthinkable B moderation C control D regulation B solicitor C lawyer D magistrate B council C board D committee B wrangle C scrap D squabble B fingers C thumbs D arms B assembly C rally D convention B Contrast C Variance D Warfare B nervousness C anxiety D tension B floored C hurled D heaved B plan C agenda D memo B grip C balance D traction B inspection C probation D surveillance There was no …………… to buy the product after the offer of free items with each purchase was withdrawn A motive 388 B bizarre Louise was assigned a(n) …………… officer following her release from prison A invigilation 387 D oppressive Trent’s theory rested on such a dubious scientific …………… that most rejected it outright A footing 386 C manipulative Despite his apparent commitment to the policy, Burns clearly had a hidden …………… A program 385 B exploitative I was …………… when I heard that the MP for Burnham had been arrested for fraud A leveled 384 D next Attempts were made to ease political …………… between the neighbouring countries A apprehension 383 C alongside …………… between the two back-benchers increased in the heat of the debate A Hostility 382 B beside Fewer supporters attended the political …………… than had been expected A gathering 381 D lifesaver Angry MPs have accused Atkinson of sitting back and twiddling his …………… A hands 380 C lifeline Disagreements among party members have led to a major political …………… A tussle 379 B lifeboat The Prime Minister called for a …………… meeting to discuss the serious issue A cabinet 378 D compensation The …………… sentenced the shoplifter to three month’s community service A barrister 377 C wage Dr Chen advised me to use this remedy in …………… as it is extremely potent A restraint 376 B allowance In terms of loss of human life, the cost of a third world war is …………… A absurd 375 D business Some employers impose a(n) …………… working regime on under-aged employees A abusive 374 C manufacturing A new programme will run …………… the existing campaign, according to councillor Black A sideways 373 B working Rescuers cast a …………… to the drowning man and hauled him out of the sea A lifeguard 372 D suspension There has been a sharp increase in the number of people claiming job-seeker’s …………… A payment 371 C exclusion Factory workers have threatened …………… action if their demands are not met in the next two days A industrial 370 B extraction B incentive C attraction D spur Ian resigned from the company, certain that he would make more money as a(n) …………… worker A external © Đào Nhất Sinh B freelance C open Page 159 D casual Bộ đề luyện thi học sinh giỏi 389 Once we were equipped with the latest technology, …………… rose rapidly A productivity 390 C community D civil B delegate C entrust D assign B symposium C conference D forum B payment C subsidy D benefit B national C communal D civil B snap C sharp D curt B notice C notification D forewarning B punter C purchaser D client B commission C charge D compensation B board C group D team B secondary C auxiliary D fringe B rude C rough D coarse B continuation C living D subsistence The greenhouse …………… has changed the global climate for the worse A result 409 B common The local people lived at …………… level, growing their own food A survival 408 D loft The oil tanker spilled out tons of …………… oil after the collision A crude 407 C attic One of the …………… benefits of Paula’s job was having access to the university’s superb library A supporting 406 B warehouse Michael holds quite an important post in the company, and is a member of the …………… of directors A club 405 D lounge Brian enjoyed working for the business and got a reasonable …………… for every car he sold A proportion 404 C well My ……………, Mr Duke, will arrive at 2pm to discuss his court case tomorrow A customer 403 B hall Theresa handed in her …………… this morning, and it’ll be hard to find someone to replace her A warning 402 D salary Time was running out, so the committee had to make a …………… decision A brief 401 C remuneration For years, Stella had been unaware that she was entitled to a …………… pension A state 400 B profit Frank has been claiming unemployment …………… for over ten months A allowance 399 D standing The annual general meeting was scheduled to take place in the …………… room the following day A discussion 398 C credentials You must …………… work, otherwise you’ll end up with an unmanageable backlog of tasks A portion 397 B credits McLean certainly worked for the government, but he never referred to himself as a …………… servant A civic 396 D severance A vast …………… contained the bulk of the company’s stock, much of which was now out of date A stockroom 395 C dismissal Feelings among the staff in the typing …………… were running high following the wage cuts A pool 394 B unemployment The post comes with an attractive …………… package A compensation 393 D usefulness Their decision on whether I get the job or not will be based mostly on my academic …………… A reputation 392 C efficacy Having sacked three employees, the boss was obliged to provide each with …………… pay A retirement 391 B effectiveness B effect C impact D influence Carbon dioxide …………… are mainly responsible for the depletion of ozone in the atmosphere A remissions © Đào Nhất Sinh B broadcasts C emissions Page 160 D exhalations Bộ đề luyện thi học sinh giỏi 410 The ozone …………… protects the planet from harmful solar radiation A belt 411 C bursting D shivering B availability C grasp D scope B eyesore C dizziness D blemish B squirreling C wolfing D badgering B fossil C vestige D burnt B Gas C Fume D Cloud B Pure C Organic D Fertilized B finishing C extinction D depletion B Acid C Poisonous D Lethal B counts on C derives from D rests on B grabbing C probing D prodding B tedious C weary D stuffy B profiteering C business D merchant The Egyptian coast guard received a(n) …………… signal from the ship at 11.34 last night A distress 430 B skipping The toll makes using the Panama Canal too costly for some …………… vessels A commerce 429 D cat Filing may be a …………… procedure, but it is essential for the smooth running of the office A strenuous 428 C insect It was a dark, starless night and, without a compass, we were left …………… around for directions A groping 427 B bird The manager’s future …………… whether the team wins or loses this one game A stems from 426 D hunger …………… rain causes slow but considerable damage to forests, lakes and rivers A Noxious 425 C famine The rapid …………… of the earth’s resources is a major cause for concern A completion 424 B malnutrition …………… foods may cost more but they are much tastier, in my opinion A Refined 423 D conservation …………… is the chemical product of car exhaust gases interacting with sunlight A Smog 422 C survival The burning of …………… fuels cannot be allowed to continue unchecked A remnant 421 B maintenance When Eric’s mother could no longer stand his ……………, she bought him the toy car A crowing 420 D losses The new warehouses outside the town really are a(n) …………… A headache 419 C drips I’m determined to catch the culprit using any means within my …………… A hold 418 B spills My heart was …………… as I skimmed the examination results table looking for my name A pounding 417 D replenishable No wonder she’s only 50 kilos She east like a(n) …………… A worm 416 C mendable The recent …………… in Africa led to widespread loss of life A starvation 415 B restorable Wildlife …………… organisations are constantly lobbying for an end to the exploitation of the rainforests A upkeep 414 D zone Oil …………… claim the lives of thousands of sea birds and devastate the coastline A overflows 413 C stretch We must learn to utilise …………… energy sources if we are to save the planet A renewable 412 B layer B anxiety C stress D disquiet Most armies around the world use satellite technology to …………… orders A emit © Đào Nhất Sinh B impart C release Page 161 D relay Bộ đề luyện thi học sinh giỏi 431 He is normally a very gentle man, so his violent …………… surprised everybody A outbreak 432 C principles D opinions B landing C going D falling B sharp C pointed D biting B deflected C dispersed D disposed B on the question C with the aim D with a view B ways C rounds D lines B route C way D direction B made C kept D held B spark C instant D sudden B fair C big D large B solid C ready D stable B widespread C spacious D extensive B customary C familiar D typical You need to …………… experience before you can be considered for promotion A gain 451 B certainties After her world tour, Kay felt happy to be back in …………… surroundings A known 450 D blend Jane’s flat affords …………… views over the valley and mountains beyond A expanded 449 C cream I need …………… facts to prove your case, not just suppositions and accusations A tough 448 B catch We’ve got a …………… bit of work to so we’d better start now A decent 447 D cautious The recent …………… floods have caused a lot of damage A flash 446 C prudent It’s a good job I …………… count of the books; otherwise I wouldn’t have noticed some were missing A had 445 B wary A narrow path winds its …………… down from the mountain A course 444 D steer I know budgets are tight, but where safety is concerned I don’t think we should cut …………… A corners 443 C cast I wrote to my bank manager …………… to getting a loan A in the hope 442 B direct After the accident, traffic had to be …………… away from the motorway A diverted 441 D livid Our line of business is such that we have to use equipment which is at the …………… edge of technology A cutting 440 C irritated Environmentalists’ warnings about the ozone layer seem to be …………… on deaf ears A coming 439 B annoyed After being shown to be responsible for this mess, if he has the courage of his own ……………, he must resign A convictions 438 D cantankerous Dr Johnson managed to ensure that the scientists in his research team were the …………… of the crop A top 437 C curt Peter was …………… of revealing the company’s future plans to the reporter A circumspect 436 B brisk It’s better to …………… clear of sensitive topics of conversation when you first meet someone A run 435 D output My father was absolutely …………… when I crashed his car into the wall A cross 434 C outcome He is often in a bad mood, giving …………… responses and frowning at everyone A concise 433 B outburst B earn C win D collect C comfort D relief These shoes are a bit too tight for …………… A ease © Đào Nhất Sinh B wearing Page 162 Bộ đề luyện thi học sinh giỏi 452 Don’t be anxious; Tim will arrive in …………… time A right 453 C fist D foot B clean C wide D fresh B way C road D footsteps B line C patience D temperament B heavy C hard D metal B tension C worry D nerves B highly-trained C highly-motivated D highly-strung B toll C rate D charge B occurrences C states D circumstances B earnest C intense D resolute B ideas C conditions D concepts B perception C scrutiny D gaze B overreaching C overstepping D overseeing If we tidy the house afterwards, Mum and Dad will be …………… the wiser about the party A not 472 B shoe I think having a beer during a meeting with your boss is clearly …………… the mark A overlooking 471 D bug The articles places the world of sport under close …………… A notice 470 C fly An athlete who is not competitive is a contradiction in …………… A terms 469 B worm They will start campaigning in …………… next month A serious 468 D amongst He won in spite of the unfavourable …………… A cases 467 C away Constant travel extracts a …………… from athletes A payment 466 B apart Successful athletes cannot afford to be ……………; they need to stay cool and focused A highly-paid 465 D mouth The team have been under a lot of …………… recently; that may account for their poor performance A strain 464 C eye He always was a tough employer, and governed with a(n) …………… fist A iron 463 B face He was a tall, intimidating person, with a firm tone of voice and a very short …………… A fuse 462 D Raise Mark decided to follow in his father’s …………… and become a dentist A advice 461 C pull If you’re going to town, keep your eyes …………… for that book I was telling you about A peeled 460 B lift She was so undisciplined and disobedient that, as the manager, I just had to put my …………… down A stamp 459 D end He is such a kind and caring young boy – he wouldn’t hurt a …………… A bird 458 C luck There are a lot of computer programmers nowadays, but really good ones are few and far …………… A between 457 B fruit When I saw him wearing those bright red trousers I just couldn’t keep a straight …………… A head 456 D proper I knew my mother would …………… a face the minute she saw my new haircut A drag 455 C exact We did our best to fix the broken computer, but our efforts bore no …………… A success 454 B due B none C no D nothing Jenny was completely inexperienced when she started working here, but now she’s really come into her …………… A mind © Đào Nhất Sinh B self C soul Page 163 D own Bộ đề luyện thi học sinh giỏi 473 He moved out of his parents’ house as soon as he had the money to pay his own …………… A life 474 C find D use B accomplishes C follows D performs B restrain C confine D contain B preserve C disseminate D perpetuate B impress C compel D coerce B chair C director D chief B captain C head D chief B head C leader D boss B manager C director D leader B principal C curator D warden B jumble C jostle D flurry B sheer C gross D stark B drastic C vibrant D strident Leftover food is a breeding …………… for bacteria, so it should be reheated thoroughly A habitat 493 B take The artist’s use of swirls of …………… colours conveys a sense of excitement A vigorous 492 D effected The headmaster’s speech was in …………… contrast to the one he made last year A strict 491 C exerted It’s a …………… for decent jobs these days, so you need every qualification you can get A scramble 490 B inflicted “You’ll have to be more punctual if you want to continue working in this factory,” said the …………… A foreman 489 D give The …………… of the Liberal party has resigned due to ill health A chief 488 C grab To arrange your holiday leave you need to see the …………… of your department A chief 487 B get The …………… of police has refused to comment on the matter of increased violence in schools A master 486 D plucked The manager was unable to attend the meeting, so the assistant manager acted as …………… A head 485 C packed I hate the way in which he tries to …………… his opinion on others A impose 484 B picked Some people try to …………… the myth that women are weak A maintain 483 D shed The police were unable to …………… the violence A restrict 482 C gave This department …………… a useful purpose and should not be closed A serves 481 B put They will have to …………… steps to avoid such problems in future A make 480 D slices The world-wide recession has …………… serious damage on many industries A brought 479 C pieces I believe he really does want to work for us, but he’s playing hard to …………… so that we offer more money A catch 478 B parts After weeks of hesitating, Chris finally …………… up the courage and asked Helen to go out with him A gathered 477 D expense Sheila was actually in tears before her mother …………… pity on her and stopped scolding her A took 476 C road Despite his desperate situation, Brian managed to pick up the …………… and continue his life A bits 475 B way B ground C territory D situation o It’s been a …………… winter this year, with temperatures as low as -15 A fervent © Đào Nhất Sinh B sharp C bitter Page 164 D fetid Bộ đề luyện thi học sinh giỏi 494 There is …………… pressure on the minister responsible for the disaster to resign A intense 495 D lavish B fountain C pool D spring B heaving C ascending D soaring B wall C ground D street How did they manage to steal the Van Gogh? It was right ……………the security guard’s nose A below 500 C lush The company might well go to the …………… if business doesn’t pick up A floor 499 B vivid It’s a modern city, full of …………… tower blocks A rising 498 D prevailing Keith is a …………… of knowledge when it comes to computers A stream 497 C sturdy It’s a fertile region, with a temperature climate and …………… vegetation A rife 496 B compulsive B before C under D beside The complexity of some fraud cases was used as a …………… to abolish the right to trial by jury A motive B pretext C loophole D warrant THE END © Đào Nhất Sinh Page 165 Bộ đề luyện thi học sinh giỏi ... to them a fortnight ago but …………… I haven’t had a reply A as yet 33 B check out They worked for six …………… hours without a break A constant 32 D drooping This is the …………… timetable for the conference... at …………… A rest 76 B for B impression C evidence D look Working there was good for me, …………… I gained a lot of valuable experience A as far as © Đào Nhất Sinh B in that C as for Page 144 D in terms... one A outnumber 107 B connecting We don’t sell foreign newspapers because there is no …………… for them A request 106 D underline The usual reason for exemption from tax does not …………… in this case