English Quiz 1st SEC. 2nd Term By : Ihab Abdul Rahman 01006899136

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1.

She writes a food…………..in which she shares recipes and tips.
- A.
  
  Blog
- B.
  
  Pug
- C.
  
  Pledge
- D.
  
  Bridge
Correct Answer
A. Blog

Explanation
The given sentence states that "she" writes something related to food, shares recipes and tips. The word that fits this context is "blog" as it is a platform where people can write and share their experiences, recipes, and tips related to various topics, including food. Therefore, "blog" is the correct answer.

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2.

If we set off early tomorrow morning we'll.......... most of the traffic.
- A.
  
  Rejoice
- B.
  
  Allocate
- C.
  
  Avoid
- D.
  
  Deteriorate
Correct Answer
C. Avoid

Explanation
Setting off early in the morning can help us avoid most of the traffic. By leaving early, we can navigate the roads before they become congested, allowing us to reach our destination more quickly and smoothly. This can lead to a sense of relief and satisfaction, as we are able to bypass the frustration and delays that often come with heavy traffic.

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3.

.......................... spread through the crowd as the bullets started to fly.
- A.
  
  Delight
- B.
  
  Panic
- C.
  
  Conic
- D.
  
  Picnic
Correct Answer
B. Panic

Explanation
As the bullets started to fly, the word "spread" indicates that something is rapidly moving or being transmitted. In this context, "panic" is the most appropriate word to describe the reaction of the crowd. Panic refers to a sudden feeling of fear or anxiety that causes people to act irrationally or uncontrollably, which aligns with the situation described in the sentence. The other options, "delight," "conic," and "picnic," do not fit the context and do not convey the appropriate reaction to bullets flying in a crowd.

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4.

My marriage day was a day to............... I will never forget it.
- A.
  
  Remind
- B.
  
  Remember
- C.
  
  Memory
- D.
  
  Souvenir
Correct Answer
B. Remember

Explanation
The word "remember" is the correct answer because it accurately completes the sentence and conveys the meaning that the speaker's wedding day is a memorable and significant event that they will always recall.

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5.

The police................ the thief as he was running away.
- A.
  
  Drove
- B.
  
  Sought
- C.
  
  Caught
- D.
  
  Arrived
Correct Answer
C. Caught

Explanation
The correct answer is "caught". This is because the word "caught" means to capture or apprehend someone, which is what the police did to the thief as he was running away. The other options, such as "drove," "sought," and "arrived," do not fit the context of the sentence and do not accurately describe what the police did to the thief.

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6.

Social .......... sites have pros and cons.
- A.
  
  Working
- B.
  
  Networking
- C.
  
  Clerking
- D.
  
  Jerking
Correct Answer
B. Networking

Explanation
Social networking sites have both advantages and disadvantages. On one hand, they allow people to connect and communicate with others from all over the world, share information, and stay updated on current events. They also provide opportunities for businesses to promote their products and services. However, social networking sites can also lead to privacy concerns, cyberbullying, and addiction. Therefore, it can be concluded that social networking sites have pros and cons.

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7.

I think he's an idiot. ______ , he's not very intelligent.
- A.
  
  Having my say
- B.
  
  That is to say
- C.
  
  To say nothing
- D.
  
  Say so
Correct Answer
B. That is to say

Explanation
Use 'that is to say' to paraphrase something to make it sound less strong. = in other words

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8.

Charlie doesn't ____ to grasp that next year's budget may have to be cut.
- A.
  
  Like
- B.
  
  Know
- C.
  
  Able
- D.
  
  Seem
Correct Answer
D. Seem

Explanation
can't/don't seem to + verb = it seems that they don't/can't do something

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9.

A hot air …………. can be used to travel to far places.
- A.
  
  Ball
- B.
  
  Balloon
- C.
  
  Polar
- D.
  
  Peel
Correct Answer
B. Balloon

Explanation
A hot air balloon can be used to travel to far places because it is able to float in the air due to the hot air inside the balloon. The hot air makes the balloon lighter than the surrounding air, causing it to rise and allowing it to be controlled and directed to different locations. This makes it a suitable mode of transportation for long distances.

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10.

I bet your wife could tell _____ good few stories about you.
- A.
  
  Some
- B.
  
  A
- C.
  
  Much
- D.
  
  So
Correct Answer
B. A

Explanation
a good few = several

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11.

Due to lacking _____ , we couldn't open the new store as scheduled.
- A.
  
  Interest rates
- B.
  
  Expenses
- C.
  
  Shares
- D.
  
  Funds
Correct Answer
D. Funds

Explanation
Vocabulary: funds = available money

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12.
You are the only person _______ I can talk.
- A.
  
  To whom
- B.
  
  With who
- C.
  
  That
- D.
  
  Which
Correct Answer
A. To whom

Explanation
After a preposition, use 'whom' to refer to a person in a defining relative clause.

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13.

Please, let me know why _______ the meeting.
- A.
  
  You didn't attend
- B.
  
  Didn't you attend
- C.
  
  You didn't attend to
- D.
  
  You didn't go
Correct Answer
A. You didn't attend

Explanation
It's not a question- affirmative word order is used.

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14.

_____ me to your mother when you are in London.
- A.
  
  Tell
- B.
  
  Remind
- C.
  
  Remember
- D.
  
  Greet
Correct Answer
C. Remember

Explanation
remember = give greetings from

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15.

_____ apologized, I wouldn't have been so upset at the time.
- A.
  
  He had
- B.
  
  If he
- C.
  
  Had he
- D.
  
  Would he
Correct Answer
C. Had he

Explanation
Third Conditional- the auxiliary is inverted and 'if' is omitted. (formal English)

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