Boston Life Assessment Test (Advanced)

The correct answer is d. by hanging out with native English speakers. By spending time with native English speakers, she was able to practice speaking and listening to English in a natural and immersive environment. This allowed her to improve her fluency and understanding of the language.

The correct answer is C. In this sentence, the missing word describes the verb walked, as in “How did the student walk?” This eliminates answers a and b which are adjectives. This leaves to two adverbs, options c and d. In this context, the student doesn't want to arrive late so answer c fits.

The correct answer is B. In this case the answer is so which is used in the same way as really or very. We cannot use too here because it is used in the negative sense (as in too much).

The correct answer is C. This is the third conditional, the second part of the phrase is in the conditional past (would have forgotten) because it is based on the first part of the phrase which is in the past perfect.

The correct answer is A. We use the preposition at to indicate a point or location that we are not going to be inside of.

Las Vegas is known for its thriving tourism industry, with millions of visitors coming each year to gamble and enjoy entertainment. This industry creates a significant number of jobs in the city, ranging from casino employees to hotel staff, performers, and other service providers. As a result, Las Vegas has high employment rates, making option d the correct answer.

The correct answer is C. The phrasal verb try on is used when we are putting on clothes that we don’t own to see if they fit correctly and look good.

The statement is false because the President of the university is concerned that the use of biometrics could lead to more invasive data collection.

The correct answer is A. The expression work as indicates that this is the job or profession you have whereas the expression work like in expressions such as “work like a dog” to describe a quality of the work.

The correct answer is D. We use enough to mean sufficient. It is used after an adjective in negative sentences to mean not sufficiently. In this case, the coffee is not sufficiently cool.

The correct answer is B. We use the preposition on to indicate on top of or on the surface of. In this case, the book will be placed on the surface of the table.

The given statement suggests that the person sees studying in the US as a good opportunity. This implies that they have a positive perception of studying in the US and believe it will bring them benefits or advantages. Therefore, the correct answer is "True".

The passage does not explicitly state how her husband initially felt about trying the new lifestyle. Therefore, we can infer that he was unsure about it.

The correct answer is C. The order of adjectives is important when describing something using more than one adjective. These adjectives fall into the following categories: material (wooden), nationality (German), age (old) and size (big). The appropriate order for this combination of adjectives is size, age, material and nationality.

The correct answer is C. This is the third conditional. The second part of the phrase is in the conditional past (would have forgotten) because it is based on the first part of the phrase which is in the past perfect. 

The correct answer is D. Person B is giving his/her opinion about what would have been a good action for Person A to have taken. Should is used to give advice.

The correct answer is B. This sentence structure is in the passive voice. In this case we don’t know who built the system.

The correct answer is C. Past predictive modal verbs are used to guess the cause of situations that happened in the past. If we use the simple past or simple present, we are presenting our ideas as if they were facts and not guesses we are making.

The phrase "you guys are talking rubbish" is an expression used to dismiss or discredit someone's opinions or statements. It suggests that the person is speaking nonsense or lacks knowledge about the topic being discussed. Therefore, option c. "You don't know what you are talking about" is the correct answer as it accurately reflects the meaning of the phrase.

The passage is about biometrics being used for entrance in different areas. It mentions dining halls, computer labs, and the gymnasium as areas that will rely on biometrics for entrance. However, it does not mention anything about the football field, so it can be inferred that the football field will NOT rely on biometrics for entrance.

The question of whether gambling is good for society is complicated to answer. This is because there are both positive and negative aspects to consider. On one hand, gambling can contribute to the economy by creating jobs and generating revenue through taxes. It can also provide entertainment and excitement for individuals. On the other hand, gambling can lead to addiction, financial problems, and social issues. Additionally, the impact of gambling on different communities and individuals can vary. Therefore, it is difficult to provide a definitive answer to whether gambling is good for society.

The correct answer is A. We used the phrase used to + verb to indicate past events that happened frequently in the past, but don’t happen anymore.

The correct answer is D. When we use I wish statements to describe an action that has already occurred, we use the past perfect to describe the action.

The correct answer is B. Even though and in spite of are both used when combining positive and negative statements. Even though is a conjunction and is used even though + clause: In spite of + verb(ing) so in this case it would have to be in spite of the weather not being very good.

The correct answer is D. In this case, unless is used to say except if. So in this case, except if you have a car, it can be difficult to

The National Opinion Research Center at the University of Chicago states that homelessness is not attributed to gambling. This means that gambling is not considered a significant factor in causing people to become homeless. It suggests that other factors, such as economic instability, lack of affordable housing, or mental health issues, may be more influential in contributing to homelessness.

Before the authorization of casinos in Atlantic City, the city was struggling economically. This suggests that the introduction of casinos had a positive impact on the city's financial situation, potentially bringing in more revenue and job opportunities.

The reason that some students oppose the new system is because they believe that the university will use it to monitor their activities. This implies that the students are concerned about their privacy and autonomy being compromised by the monitoring system. They may feel that their personal lives and choices are being intruded upon by the university, which could lead to a sense of distrust and resistance towards the new system.

The given statement is false because the passage does not mention any agreement reached between the university and the students.

The correct answer is D. The phrasal verb put up with is used as a synonym for tolerate.

The correct answer is A. The word fairly is used to modify adjectives, by making them weaker. It can be used to mean more or less. So in this case, the weather is not very nice, but not bad.

The correct answer is C. Speak up is a phrasal verb that means to speak more loudly.

The correct answer is b. The Johnson family detractors feel that the Johnsons are going overboard in their efforts. This suggests that the detractors believe that the Johnsons are being excessive or extreme in their actions or behaviors. It implies that the Johnsons may be taking their efforts to an extreme level, which is causing concern or criticism from others.

Eating vegetarian is not a benefit of this lifestyle. This suggests that there are other benefits to this lifestyle, such as saving money, saving space, and eating healthier. However, the question does not provide any information about what this lifestyle actually is, so it is not possible to provide a specific explanation for why eating vegetarian is not a benefit in this context.

The correct answer is A. This is the second conditional, which is the unreal conditional. The first part of the sentence is in the simple past (If I saw him on Mondays, but I don’t), the second part of the sentence is in the conditional could tell.

The correct answer is D. The phrasal verb let down can be used figuratively to indicate disappointing someone.

Based on the description of her parents in the video, we can assume that they are understanding people. This can be inferred from the way she talks about them, suggesting that they are supportive, empathetic, and open-minded.

The Johnson family strategy focuses on reducing waste and promoting sustainability. The terms "refuse," "reuse," and "recycle" all align with this strategy as they involve minimizing waste and utilizing resources efficiently. However, "reaffirm" does not fit into this context as it does not relate to waste reduction or sustainability.

The correct answer is A. This sentence uses the third conditional to describe a situation in the past, which has already concluded. The speaker is making a prediction about a different possible outcome based on changing their behavior. (In this case, the person didn't study and is guessing at what could have happened if he/she had studied.)

When the number of casinos and gambling facilities increases, it can lead to an increase in gambling addiction and related social issues. This can result in individuals spending more money on gambling instead of investing in other sectors of the economy. As a result, the overall economic growth can go down.

The university decided to try the new system for reasons other than monitoring student study habits. The passage does not mention anything about monitoring student study habits as a reason for implementing the new system.

The correct answer is B. The phrasal verb keep up is used when someone tries to maintain the same pace as someone or something.

The correct answer is b. when they moved to a smaller home. This is because adopting a zero waste lifestyle often requires downsizing and reducing consumption. Moving to a smaller home would naturally lead to the Johnson's reassessing their possessions and making a conscious effort to minimize waste.

The correct answer is A. Fall out is a phrasal verb used for when an object falls from inside of something, such as a bag or drawer and not off of the surface of a table or desk.

The correct answer is D. This is because when we need something that we can not do ourselves we use the construction of get+ the participle of the verb.

The correct answer is B. In spoken English in the US, people sometimes use would to describe past actions that no longer happen, similar to the way people use the construction used to.

The correct answer is B. This sentence involves that second conditional. It is for situations that are unlikely to happen. The first part of the sentence is in the subjunctive form of the verb (which indicates that the situation is not real), while the second part of the sentence is in the future conditional (might). Answer A is incorrect because the first part is would be. Answer C is incorrect because the second part is would have. Answer D is incorrect because the second part is in the simple past. The first part of answer D could be correct in some contexts.

The correct answer is D. The phrasal verb break up in this context means to stop.

The correct answer is D. This is a colloquial expression used in Boston to replace the words very, really or  extremely. In this case, it rained really hard and flooded Castle Island.