Insight Upper-intermediate Unit 2 FCE Reading (Part 1), Use Of English (Parts 1,3)

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1. My guide ________ me ice fishing in the morning, and maybe we'll go swimming, too. I hope he's joking!

Explanation

The correct answer is "is going to take." This is because the sentence is referring to a future event, the guide taking the speaker ice fishing in the morning. The phrase "is going to" is commonly used to express future intentions or plans.

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2. The benefits of drinking green tea are ________________ (consider).

Explanation

Green tea has numerous health benefits, making it a popular beverage choice. The word "considerable" suggests that the benefits of drinking green tea are significant or substantial. This implies that consuming green tea can have a positive impact on one's health, such as boosting metabolism, aiding in weight loss, improving brain function, reducing the risk of certain diseases, and promoting overall well-being. The term "considerable" emphasizes the extent and importance of these benefits, highlighting the value of incorporating green tea into one's diet.

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3. It was not ________________ (sense) to travel alone across the country.

Explanation

The word "sensible" is the correct answer because it fits grammatically and contextually in the sentence. It completes the sentence by conveying the meaning that it was not a reasonable or practical decision to travel alone across the country. The word "sensible" implies that there may be risks or drawbacks associated with such a journey, suggesting that it would be wiser to have company or make alternative arrangements.

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4. The community elders had a ________________ (value) knowledge of herbal medicine.

Explanation

The word "valuable" is the correct answer because it accurately describes the knowledge of herbal medicine possessed by the community elders. This suggests that their knowledge is highly esteemed and considered to be of great worth or importance.

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5. She did not find her working conditions ________________ (accept), so she left her job.

Explanation

The correct answer is "acceptable" because the sentence states that the person did not find their working conditions acceptable, meaning that they were not satisfied or content with the conditions. This dissatisfaction led them to leave their job.

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6. The ________ this meat are obvious, as there is no malnutrition despite the fact that very few vegetables are eaten. 

Explanation

The benefits of this meat are obvious, as there is no malnutrition despite the fact that very few vegetables are eaten. This suggests that the meat provides necessary nutrients and sustains good health.

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7. And a long fur coat ________ you £1,000 at the village shop.

Explanation

The correct answer is "will cost." This is because the sentence is in the future tense, indicating that the action of buying a fur coat and its cost will happen in the future. "Will cost" is the correct future tense form of the verb "to cost."

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8. Why did people reject the power station initially?

Explanation

People initially rejected the power station because they believed it would pollute the local park. This suggests that they were concerned about the potential negative impact on the environment and the health of the community.

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9. Western notions of animal rights are pointless in this place. Tonight, people ________ their car engines because if they do, they won't be able to start them again. Children will have been told to stay away from school tomorrow as the forecast is below ˗52°C, the temperature at which schools close.

Explanation

In this context, the correct answer is "won't switch off" because it indicates that people will not turn off their car engines. This is supported by the statement that if they do switch off their engines, they won't be able to start them again, implying that it is necessary to keep the engines running. The other options ("have switched off," "aren't switched off," and "don't switch off") do not accurately convey the future tense and the idea that people will not turn off their car engines.

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10. The river was made ________________ (navigate) for small boats.

Explanation

The word "navigable" is the correct answer because it is an adjective that means suitable for navigation. In the given sentence, it describes the river being made suitable for small boats to navigate.

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11. The pathway was not ________________ (vision) in the fog.

Explanation

The word "visible" is the correct answer because it means able to be seen or perceived. In the context of the sentence, the pathway was not able to be seen or perceived due to the fog.

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12. What are the 'table legs' mentioned in paragraph 2?

Explanation

In paragraph 2, the term "table legs" is mentioned. Based on the given options, the most suitable explanation is that the "table legs" referred to in the paragraph are chimneys. The other options (columns, towers, and masts) do not align with the context of the paragraph or the concept of "table legs." Therefore, chimneys seem to be the correct answer.

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13. Complete the sentences with the adjective form of the words in brackets. The abandoned building was only ________________ (access) through a small dark street

Explanation

The correct answer is "accessible". In this sentence, the adjective form of the word "access" is needed to describe the building. The word "accessible" means capable of being reached or entered, which fits perfectly in the context of the sentence. It implies that the abandoned building could only be reached or entered through a small dark street.

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14. Which of the following is true about the new project?  

Explanation

The correct answer is "It will have the biggest ballroom in the capital." This means that out of all the given options, the new project will have the largest ballroom in the capital city. This suggests that the project is likely to be a large and prestigious one, as having the biggest ballroom indicates a focus on hosting events and gatherings.

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15. The _______ reality is that wearing fur is a must,

Explanation

The word "harsh" is the correct answer because it implies that wearing fur is a necessity or requirement, suggesting that there are unfavorable or difficult circumstances that make it necessary. This aligns with the phrase "is a must," indicating that there are no alternatives or options available.

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16. There's little to prepare me for the coldest inhabited place on Earth, which has a population of only 500. And do you know what the lowest recorded temperature ________ here? 

Explanation

The correct answer is "was". The question is asking for the lowest recorded temperature in the coldest inhabited place on Earth. The use of "was" indicates that the lowest recorded temperature is a past event.

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17. Which of the following is true about why the power station closed?

Explanation

The power station closed because other energy sources were becoming popular. This suggests that the power station was no longer economically viable or competitive in the market due to the increasing popularity of alternative energy sources. As a result, it was no longer feasible to continue operating the power station, leading to its closure.

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18. Complete the text with the correct words (a–d). The coldest village on Earth I'm about to arrive at Oymyakon in north-east Russia. As I get out of the taxi, there are a handful of people on the streets. The cold hits me immediately and I'm in ________ discomfort. 

    Explanation

    Upon arriving at Oymyakon in north-east Russia, the narrator describes feeling an intense cold that immediately causes discomfort. The word "considerable" accurately conveys the severity of this discomfort, emphasizing the extreme coldness experienced in the village.

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    19. Complete the sentences with the words below.  
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    20. Why is the project especially exciting for people who live nearby?

    Explanation

    The project is especially exciting for people who live nearby because the building will be used once again. This implies that the building might have been abandoned or unused for a period of time, and its revival will bring a sense of rejuvenation and activity to the area. It could also indicate that the building holds historical or sentimental value, and its reuse will preserve its significance. Overall, the prospect of the building being utilized again would generate excitement and a positive impact on the community.

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    21. An unbelievable ˗71.2°C in 1926. I am told people will be growing vegetables only during the short summer season, and residents ________ for ten months mainly on a diet of horse and reindeer meat by the time this season arrives. 

    Explanation

    The correct answer is "will have survived." This is because the sentence is referring to a future time when people will have already endured ten months of surviving on a diet of horse and reindeer meat. The future perfect tense "will have survived" indicates an action that will be completed in the future before another action takes place.

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    My guide ________ me ice fishing in the morning, and maybe we'll go...
    The benefits of drinking green tea are ________________ (consider).
    It was not ________________ (sense) to travel alone across the...
    The community elders had a ________________ (value) knowledge of...
    She did not find her working conditions ________________ (accept), so...
    The ________ this meat are obvious, as there is no malnutrition...
    And a long fur coat ________ you £1,000 at the village shop.
    Why did people reject the power station initially?
    Western notions of animal rights are pointless in this place. Tonight,...
    The river was made ________________ (navigate) for small boats.
    The pathway was not ________________ (vision) in the fog.
    What are the 'table legs' mentioned in paragraph 2?
    Complete the sentences with the adjective form of the words in...
    Which of the following is true about the new project?  
    The _______ reality is that wearing fur is a must,
    There's little to prepare me for the coldest inhabited place on Earth,...
    Which of the following is true about why the power station closed?
    Complete the text with the correct words (a–d). The coldest...
    Complete the sentences with the words below.  
    Why is the project especially exciting for people who live nearby?
    An unbelievable ˗71.2°C in 1926. I am told people will be growing...
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