Pof Monthly Test 2
Questions and Answers
- 1.
Do you think they are coming tomorrow?
- A.
I think it
- B.
I think
- C.
I think so
- D.
I don't think
Correct Answer
C. I think soExplanation
This is the only answer that can be tickedRate this question:
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- 2.
She came to visit us__________
- A.
The last month
- B.
Last month
- C.
On last month
- D.
At last month
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B. Last monthExplanation
Use time clause hereRate this question:
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- 3.
As soon as I sat at the table, I started to __________ to the woman sitting opposite.
- A.
Talk
- B.
Tell
- C.
Say
- D.
Converse
Correct Answer
A. TalkExplanation
The word "talk" is the correct answer because it is the most appropriate verb to use in this context. When someone sits at a table and starts communicating with another person, they usually engage in a conversation by talking. The other options, such as "tell," "say," and "converse," could also be used in certain situations, but "talk" is the most general and commonly used verb for this scenario.Rate this question:
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- 4.
The weather was so good that we had our classes in the __________ air.
- A.
Full
- B.
Outside
- C.
Open
- D.
Put
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C. OpenExplanation
The word "open" is the correct answer because it fits logically with the context of the sentence. The sentence states that the weather was good, implying that it was pleasant and suitable for being outside. Therefore, having classes in the "open" air makes sense as it suggests being outdoors and enjoying the favorable weather.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Why don't you __________ the table for dinner?
- A.
Put
- B.
Place
- C.
Lie
- D.
Lay
Correct Answer
D. LayExplanation
The verb "lay" is the correct answer because it is used to indicate the act of placing something in a horizontal position. In the context of the question, "lay" is the appropriate verb to use when setting the table for dinner. "Put" and "place" can also be used in certain situations, but "lay" specifically refers to positioning something flat or horizontal, making it the most suitable choice in this scenario. "Lie" and "lie" are incorrect options as they refer to the act of reclining or being in a horizontal position oneself, rather than placing an object.Rate this question:
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- 6.
He met me ____________ chance in the restaurant.
- A.
In
- B.
For
- C.
At
- D.
By
Correct Answer
D. ByExplanation
The correct answer is "by". This preposition is used to indicate the means or method by which something happens. In this case, it suggests that the person met the speaker purely by coincidence or chance while they were both at the restaurant.Rate this question:
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- 7.
In many ways, he takes ___________ his father
- A.
For
- B.
From
- C.
Of
- D.
After
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D. AfterExplanation
take after = resemble sbRate this question:
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- 8.
I would be very __________ if you gave me the job.
- A.
Pleasing
- B.
Thanking
- C.
Pleasant
- D.
Grateful
Correct Answer
D. GratefulExplanation
The word "grateful" is the most appropriate choice to complete the sentence. It fits grammatically and semantically, as it conveys the meaning of being thankful or appreciative for being given the job. The other options, such as "pleasing," "thanking," and "pleasant," do not accurately capture the intended meaning of the sentence.Rate this question:
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- 9.
From question 9 - 16, fill in the each missing blank with ONE stuitable word/preposition.It was while living on a kibbutz in Israel that Craig first became interested in teaching English. His Israeli neighbour, (9) ____ worked with foreign volunteers, wanted to learn English in order (10) ____ speak to the attractive girls from abroad. In spite of the fact (11) ____ he only had an old grammar book from (12) ____ 1960’s, Craig succeeded (13) ____ teaching his friend a little English. The pleasure and satisfaction he got from this experience took him completely (14) ____ surprise. So much so that he decided to go to London and do a course in Teaching English as a Foreign Language. After (15)____ than 13 years of teaching English professionally, Craig hasn’t lost (16)____ enthusiasm and he still thinks of teaching as a hobby.
Correct Answer
whoExplanation
The correct answer for this question is "who". In the given sentence, "His Israeli neighbour, (9) ____ worked with foreign volunteers, wanted to learn English in order (10) ____ speak to the attractive girls from abroad", the word "who" is used to refer to the Israeli neighbour. It indicates that the neighbour is the person who worked with foreign volunteers and wanted to learn English.Rate this question:
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10.
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to - 11.
11.
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that - 12.
12.
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the - 13.
13.
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in - 14.
14.
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by - 15.
15.
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more - 16.
16.
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any
his - 17.
From question 17 - 25, fill in each missing blank with ONE suitable word/preposition.FEMALE BUTLERS A new breed of butlers has appeared (17)____ the scene; increasingly, it seems (18)____ rich and famous are turning (19)____ women to perform the little domestic duties of everyday life. But while female butlers are in ever (20)____ demand, they are also in (21)____ supply. Ivor Spencer, who runs the most traditional of the well-known butler schools, has trained only 8 women in 21 years. Even at the more progressive butler academies, (22)____ as Robert Watson's Guild of Professional Butlers, fewer than one (23)____ four trainees are female.Butlerine Sarah Whittle says that women are in demand because they're less stuffy than men. "We're better (24)____ picking up on people's moods," she says. "And we can organise several things at once : it's in our nature to multitask." Whittle is expected to be smart and professional (25)____ duty, but she does get glamorous perks - presents of chocolate, champagne and, on one occasion, an expensive pair of shoes.But the job has it's downside. Hundred-hour weeks are not uncommon, the hours are unsociable and the tasks often less than glamorous.
Correct Answer
onExplanation
The word "on" fits in the blank because it is used to indicate turning to or relying on someone or something for a particular purpose. In this case, the sentence is referring to the rich and famous turning to women to perform domestic duties. Therefore, "on" is the suitable preposition to use in this context.Rate this question:
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18.
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the - 19.
19.
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to - 20.
20.
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greater - 21.
21.
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short - 22.
22.
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such - 23.
23.
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in - 24.
24.
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at - 25.
25.
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on
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