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1. If I had time, I _____________ shopping with you.

Explanation

The correct answer is "would go" because the sentence is in the conditional form, expressing a hypothetical situation. The phrase "If I had time" indicates that the speaker is imagining a scenario where they have free time. In this hypothetical situation, the speaker would choose to go shopping with the person they are addressing.

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2. The dog isn't a child, but they treat it as if it _________ a child.

Explanation

This question is testing the knowledge of verb agreement. The sentence is in the present tense, so the correct answer should be in the past tense to show a hypothetical or contrary-to-fact situation. "Were" is the correct form of the verb "to be" in the past tense for the pronoun "they." It indicates that even though the dog is not actually a child, the people treat it as if it were a child.

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3. He is coming ____ a cold after a night out in the rain.

Explanation

The correct answer is "down with" because it is a commonly used phrase that means to be affected by an illness or ailment. In this context, it implies that he caught a cold after being out in the rain. The other options do not convey the same meaning and are not idiomatic in this context.

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4. We can raise our hand slightly to show that we need assistance.

Explanation

Raising our hand slightly is a common gesture used to indicate that we need assistance. It is a non-verbal way of signaling to someone that we require help. This action is often used in classrooms, meetings, or other situations where individuals may need to get the attention of others in order to ask for assistance or clarification. By raising our hand slightly, we are showing that we are in need of help and are seeking someone's attention to address our needs.

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5. How long does it take to get to Dave's place from your flat?

Explanation

The correct answer is "Thirty five minutes." This answer provides a specific time duration for the journey from the speaker's flat to Dave's place. The other options do not provide a time duration or are unrelated to the question.

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6. He was writing to his friend when he __________ a noise.

Explanation

The correct answer is "heard" because the sentence is in the past tense and the verb "heard" is the correct past tense form of the verb "hear". The sentence suggests that the person was in the process of writing to their friend when they suddenly became aware of a noise.

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7. There are billions of stars in _____ space.

Explanation

The correct answer is Ø. In this sentence, the word "space" is a general noun and does not require an article. The use of "Ø" indicates that no article is needed in this context.

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8. The bad weather caused serious damage to the crop. If only it ____ warmer.

Explanation

The correct answer is "had been." This is because the sentence is in the past tense and is expressing a hypothetical or unreal condition. The phrase "If only it had been warmer" suggests that the weather was not warm, and the speaker is imagining a different outcome if it had been.

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9. I don't like the hot weather. Thirty degrees ____ too warm for me.

Explanation

The correct answer is "is" because the subject "thirty degrees" is singular, so it requires the singular form of the verb "to be," which is "is."

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10. I don't understand this point of grammar. I wish I ______ it better.

Explanation

The question is asking for the correct verb form to complete the sentence. The sentence is in the past tense, expressing a wish for better understanding in the present. The correct answer is "would understand" because it is the conditional form of the verb "understand" that matches the past tense context of the sentence.

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11. Let's ____________ an English song.

Explanation

The word "let's" indicates a suggestion or invitation to do something together. In this case, the blank should be filled with a verb that matches the subject "Let's" and conveys the idea of performing an action. Among the given options, "sing" is the correct verb form that fits the sentence structure and meaning.

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12. Before going to bed, he wanted some tea but there was ____ left.

Explanation

The sentence states that he wanted some tea before going to bed, but there was "nothing" left. This implies that there was no tea remaining, indicating that there was an absence of tea.

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13. The last time I saw her was a week ago.

Explanation

The correct answer is "I haven't seen her for a week." This sentence expresses that the speaker has not had any sightings of the person in question in the past week. The phrase "for a week" indicates the duration of time during which the speaker has not seen her. The other options are incorrect because they either imply that the speaker has seen her continuously for a week or that they haven't seen her since a week ago, which does not convey the same meaning as the original sentence.

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14. Are you sure that boys are more _______ than girls?

Explanation

The given question asks whether boys are more _______ than girls. The correct answer is "active." This implies that the question is comparing the level of activity between boys and girls. The word "active" indicates a higher level of physical movement, energy, or engagement in various activities. Therefore, the answer suggests that boys are perceived to be more physically active than girls.

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15. A: "It's my sister's birthday tomorrow." B: ___________________

Explanation

Based on the statement "It's my sister's birthday tomorrow," person B is asking if the sister is going to have a party to celebrate her birthday. This question is a common response when someone mentions their birthday, as parties are often held to celebrate birthdays.

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16. If she ___________ to see us, we will go to the zoo.

Explanation

The correct answer is "comes" because it is the correct form of the verb "to come" in the present tense third person singular form. In the sentence, the use of "if" indicates a conditional statement, stating that if she chooses to see us, we will go to the zoo. Therefore, the verb "comes" is the appropriate form to use in this context.

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17. He suggested _________ a double railway tunnel.

Explanation

The correct answer is "building". In this sentence, the word "suggested" is followed by a verb in the base form, which is "build". However, since "build" is not a noun, it cannot be used directly after "suggested". Instead, a noun form is needed, which is "building". Therefore, the correct answer is "building".

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18. The national curriculum is made _______ of the following subjects: English, Maths, Chemistry and so on...

Explanation

The national curriculum is made up of the following subjects: English, Maths, Chemistry and so on. The phrase "made up" means composed or consisting of. In this context, it indicates that the national curriculum is comprised of the mentioned subjects.

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19. During the time of economic reforms, the economy has grown _______ with only a few major setbacks.

Explanation

During the time of economic reforms, the economy has grown constantly with only a few major setbacks. This means that the growth of the economy has been consistent and continuous, without any significant interruptions or fluctuations. The word "constantly" implies that the economy has been steadily expanding over time, indicating a positive trend in its development.

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20. We ______ exam at 8 o'clock next Monday.

Explanation

The correct answer is "will be taking". This is because the sentence is referring to a future event that will happen at a specific time (8 o'clock next Monday). The future continuous tense "will be taking" is used to indicate an action that will be in progress at a specific time in the future.

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21. A: "Would you like to have dinner with me?"   B: ___________________

Explanation

The correct answer is "Yes, I'd love to." This response indicates that person B is accepting the invitation to have dinner with person A. The phrase "I'd love to" expresses enthusiasm and eagerness to accept the invitation.

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22. A number of students ____ volunteered to the job.

Explanation

The correct answer is "have" because the subject "a number of students" is plural. In English grammar, when the subject is plural, the verb should also be plural. Therefore, "have" is the correct form of the verb to agree with the plural subject.

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23. A: "Can you help me with my essay?" B: ___________________

Explanation

The correct answer is "Why not?" because it suggests that B is willing to help A with their essay. The phrase "Why not?" implies a positive response and willingness to assist, indicating that B is open to providing assistance.

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24. The girl _____ behind you is naughty.

Explanation

The correct answer is "standing" because it is the present participle form of the verb "stand" and is used to describe an ongoing action. In this sentence, it indicates that the girl is currently in the act of standing behind you, implying her current position and behavior.

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25. Since _____ his new business, Bob has been working 16 hours a day.

Explanation

The correct answer is "opening". This is because the sentence is in the present perfect tense, indicating an action that started in the past and is still ongoing. "Opening" is the present participle form of the verb "open", which correctly conveys the ongoing action of Bob starting his new business.

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26. A: "It's very hot here. " B: ___________________

Explanation

Based on the context of the conversation, person A is expressing that it is very hot. In response, person B suggests going outside, which implies that they want to escape the heat by finding a cooler environment. This response is appropriate because going outside can provide relief from the heat, as there may be a breeze or shade that can make the temperature more bearable.

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27. If he doesn't apologize, I will never invite him here again.

Explanation

The correct answer is "Unless he apologizes, I will never invite him here again." This sentence correctly expresses the condition that if he does not apologize, the speaker will never invite him again. The other options either introduce unnecessary or incorrect elements, such as the use of "then" or "or" in the wrong places, or include a double negative, which changes the meaning of the sentence.

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28. They asked me when _______.

Explanation

The correct answer is "I had arrived" because the question is asking about the past, indicating that the speaker had already arrived at a certain time. The use of the past perfect tense "had arrived" indicates that the arrival occurred before the time of the question.

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29. What thing did she NOT talk about when making the object in Question 1?

Explanation

In Question 1, she did not talk about scissors when making the object.

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30. What did the girl do after school?

Explanation

The correct answer is "She rode her bicycle." This is indicated by the statement "She rode her bicycle" in the given options. It is stated that after school, the girl engaged in the activity of riding her bicycle.

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31. Who did she meet and play with at the junior high school?

Explanation

She met and played with her cousins at the junior high school.

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32. Is there ____________ for everyone?

Explanation

The correct answer is "enough food and drink". This phrase correctly expresses the idea of having a sufficient amount of both food and drink for everyone. The other options either have incorrect word order or include unnecessary repetitions.

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33. Where does this conversation most probably take place?

Explanation

This conversation most probably takes place at a house because it is a common location for people to have conversations. It is a private and comfortable setting where people can gather and talk. The other options, such as a swimming pool, school, or park, are also possible locations for conversations, but they are less likely based on the given information.

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34. The recent heavy rains have helped to ease the water ______.

Explanation

The recent heavy rains have helped to ease the water shortage.

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35. A: "What time shall we leave?" B: ___________________

Explanation

This answer is the most appropriate response to B's question because it expresses the idea that leaving earlier is preferable. It conveys a sense of urgency and efficiency in making a decision about the departure time.

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36. Number _____ bus goes to the station.

Explanation

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37. Could you take care of our children while I go away?

Explanation

The phrase "look after" means to take care of or be responsible for someone or something. In this context, the speaker is asking if the person can take care of their children while they are away. Therefore, "look after" is the correct answer.

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38. He is __________ a lot of study pressure to win a place at university.

Explanation

The word "under" is the correct answer because it indicates that the person is experiencing a significant amount of study pressure. This pressure is like a burden or weight that is being placed on them, suggesting that they are feeling overwhelmed or stressed by the expectations to succeed and secure a place at university.

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39. A: When is your mother's birthday? B: ___________________

Explanation

B's response "It was last week" suggests that B is answering the question about when their mother's birthday was. This indicates that their mother's birthday occurred in the past, specifically last week.

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40. London is home to people of many _______ cultures.

Explanation

The word "diverse" is the correct answer because it accurately completes the sentence. The sentence states that London is home to people of many _______ cultures, indicating that there is a variety or range of cultures present. "Diverse" is the adjective form of the word and means showing a great deal of variety or difference. Therefore, it is the most suitable word to describe the different cultures in London.

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41. In addition to paper books, what did the little girl make with paper at school?

Explanation

The little girl made an animal with paper at school. This suggests that she used her creativity and crafting skills to create a paper animal, possibly as a part of an art project or activity in school.

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42. Number 706 bus goes to _____.

Explanation

The correct answer is "central street, Central Street" because the Number 706 bus route takes passengers to both central street and Central Street.

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43. Nearest station is _____.

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44. Express train leaves at _____.

Explanation

The express train leaves at 9:30, 9.30, 9:30 am, 9.30 am, 9:30 a.m, 9.30 a.m, 9:30 a.m., 9.30 a.m., half past nine, or nine thirty.

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45. Earlier bus leaves at _____.

Explanation

The earlier bus leaves at 8:55, 8.55, 8:55 am, 8.55 am, 8:55 a.m, 8.55 a.m, 8:55 a.m., 8.55 a.m., eight fifty-five, five to nine, or fifty-five past eight.

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If I had time, I _____________ shopping with you.
The dog isn't a child, but they treat it as if it _________ a child.
He is coming ____ a cold after a night out in the rain.
We can raise our hand slightly to show that we need assistance.
How long does it take to get to Dave's place from your flat?
He was writing to his friend when he __________ a noise.
There are billions of stars in _____ space.
The bad weather caused serious damage to the crop. If only it ____...
I don't like the hot weather. Thirty degrees ____ too warm for me.
I don't understand this point of grammar. I wish I ______ it...
Let's ____________ an English song.
Before going to bed, he wanted some tea but there was ____ left.
The last time I saw her was a week ago.
Are you sure that boys are more _______ than girls?
A: "It's my sister's birthday tomorrow."...
If she ___________ to see us, we will go to the zoo.
He suggested _________ a double railway tunnel.
The national curriculum is made _______ of the following subjects:...
During the time of economic reforms, the economy has grown _______...
We ______ exam at 8 o'clock next Monday.
A: "Would you like to have dinner with me?"  ...
A number of students ____ volunteered to the job.
A: "Can you help me with my essay?" B: ___________________
The girl _____ behind you is naughty.
Since _____ his new business, Bob has been working 16 hours a day.
A: "It's very hot here. " B: ___________________
If he doesn't apologize, I will never invite him here again.
They asked me when _______.
What thing did she NOT talk about when making the object in Question...
What did the girl do after school?
Who did she meet and play with at the junior high school?
Is there ____________ for everyone?
Where does this conversation most probably take place?
The recent heavy rains have helped to ease the water ______.
A: "What time shall we leave?" B: ___________________
Number _____ bus goes to the station.
Could you take care of our children while I go away?
He is __________ a lot of study pressure to win a place at university.
A: When is your mother's birthday? B: ___________________
London is home to people of many _______ cultures.
In addition to paper books, what did the little girl make with paper...
Number 706 bus goes to _____.
Nearest station is _____.
Express train leaves at _____.
Earlier bus leaves at _____.
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