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1. We have been working hard. Let's _______ a break.

Explanation

After stating that "we have been working hard," the phrase "let's take a break" suggests that the appropriate action to follow is to take a break. "Take" in this context means to engage in or experience something, in this case, a break. The other options, such as "do," "make," or "find," do not fit the context and do not convey the idea of taking a break.

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2. The bookshop _______ next to the town hall.

Explanation

The correct answer is "is located". This answer is appropriate because it suggests that the bookshop can be found or situated next to the town hall.

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3. _______ his parents allow him or not, John intends to go to the party.

Explanation

The word "whether" is used to introduce a clause indicating a choice between two possibilities. In this sentence, it suggests that John intends to go to the party regardless of whether his parents allow him or not. The other options, "while," "although," and "despite," do not convey the same meaning and are not appropriate in this context.

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4. You will find more information in the ________ .

Explanation

The phrase "attached file" is the correct answer because it directly refers to a file that is connected or linked to another document or message. This phrase is commonly used in emails or online platforms to indicate that there is a file accompanying the message or document being discussed.

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5. There has been an increase in the price of oil in ___---- weeks.

Explanation

The word "recent" is the correct answer because it indicates a general and unspecified period of time that is close to the present. The other options, such as "just passed," "some," and "yesterday's," are more specific and do not convey the same sense of a recent increase in price.

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6. You _______ to register for this course.

Explanation

The phrase "don't need" indicates that there is no requirement or obligation to register for the course. It suggests that registering for the course is optional and not necessary.

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7. The park is named ________ the town's first mayor.

Explanation

The park is named "in honour of" the town's first mayor. This phrase suggests that the park was named as a tribute or a mark of respect for the town's first mayor. It implies that the mayor has made significant contributions to the town, and naming the park after them is a way to honor their memory and legacy.

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8. Spring is _______ . It will be warmer soon.

Explanation

The correct answer is "on the way". This phrase suggests that spring is approaching or coming soon. It implies that the current season is transitioning into spring and that warmer weather can be expected in the near future.

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9. ________ others ahead of yourself is easy to say, but harder to do.

Explanation

Putting others ahead of yourself is easy to say, but harder to do. This means that it is easy to talk about prioritizing the needs and well-being of others before your own, but it is more challenging to actually take action and consistently put others first. The word "putting" is the present participle form of the verb "put," which accurately conveys the ongoing and continuous nature of this action.

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10. Can you tell me how to _______ the airport?

Explanation

The phrase "get to" is the correct answer because it is commonly used to indicate the action of reaching or arriving at a destination, in this case, the airport.

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11. He has lost a lot of weight _______ he went on that diet.

Explanation

The word "since" is used to indicate a cause-and-effect relationship or a reason for something. In this sentence, the phrase "he went on that diet" is the reason for the statement "he has lost a lot of weight." Therefore, "since" is the appropriate word to connect these two ideas and show that the weight loss occurred as a result of going on the diet.

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12. I'm a bit busy right now, can you _______?

Explanation

The phrase "can you call back?" is the correct answer because it is a polite and common way to ask someone to return a phone call. It implies that the person is currently occupied and unable to talk, but would like the other person to contact them at a later time.

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13. What did you want to do that _______ ?  

Explanation

The correct answer is "for". This is because the word "for" is used to express the purpose or reason for wanting to do something. It indicates the intention or motivation behind the action.

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14. ________ you paid me twice the salary, I wouldn't take that job.

Explanation

The phrase "Even if" is used to introduce a hypothetical situation or condition that is unlikely or contrary to reality. In this context, it suggests that the speaker is not interested in taking the job, regardless of the salary being doubled. The other options, such as "Although," "Despite," and "Though," do not convey the same meaning of a hypothetical condition.

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15. If we are in town we ________ go to the cinema.

Explanation

In this sentence, the phrase "might as well" is used to express that if the speaker is in town, they see going to the cinema as a reasonable or logical option. It implies that there is no strong reason not to go to the cinema, so it would be a good idea to do so. The other options do not convey the same meaning or fit well in the sentence.

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16. Will candidates please ______ section 2 on the paper.

Explanation

The phrase "turn to" is the correct answer because it is commonly used to indicate the action of moving to a specific page or section in a book or paper. In this context, the instruction is asking candidates to locate and refer to section 2 in the paper by turning to that page.

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17. The first congress _______ in 1776

Explanation

In this sentence, "took place" is the correct answer because it accurately describes the action of the first congress occurring in 1776. "Was hold" is grammatically incorrect, "were held" is in the wrong verb tense, and "took over" does not accurately convey the action of the congress occurring.

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18. Give me three minutes and I'll _______ .

Explanation

The phrase "get back to you" means to return a call or respond to someone after a period of time. Therefore, if the speaker is given three minutes, they will use that time to respond or contact the person they are speaking to.

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19. _______ knows that Dallas is not the capital of Texas.

Explanation

The given correct answer suggests that there are some people who do not know that Dallas is not the capital of Texas. It implies that while there may be many individuals who are aware of this fact, there are also others who are not. Therefore, the statement "Not everyone knows that Dallas is not the capital of Texas" accurately reflects this understanding.

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20. The United States has presidential elections ________ every four years.

Explanation

Presidential elections in the United States are held every four years, but it is possible for additional elections to take place within that time frame. Therefore, the phrase "at least" accurately reflects the fact that there could be more than one presidential election in a four-year period.

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21. ________ the American system of primaries, election campaigns begin very early.

Explanation

The correct answer is "Because of". This is because the phrase "Because of" is used to indicate a reason or cause. In this context, it suggests that the early start of election campaigns is a result or consequence of the American system of primaries.

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22. It's raining again. It's _______ the weather improved.

Explanation

The phrase "about time" is used to express the feeling that something should have happened sooner or that it is long overdue. In this context, the speaker is expressing their relief or satisfaction that the weather has finally improved after a period of rain.

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23. She got married _______ while on holiday in Hawaii.

Explanation

The correct answer is "secretly" because it implies that the marriage was done in a private or concealed manner, without the knowledge or awareness of others. This suggests that the marriage was not openly announced or celebrated, possibly indicating that the person did not want others to know about it.

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24. Downtown Chicago _______ Manhattan, has very distinctive architecture.

Explanation

The correct answer is "like". This is because the sentence is comparing the architecture of Downtown Chicago to that of Manhattan. The word "like" is used to show similarity or resemblance between two things.

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25. Mr. Jones has studied the matter _______, and he will now present his conclusions.

Explanation

The phrase "in depth" means to thoroughly or extensively study a subject or matter. In the given sentence, it is stated that Mr. Jones has studied the matter "in depth," indicating that he has thoroughly examined and analyzed it. Therefore, he is now ready to present his conclusions based on his comprehensive understanding of the subject.

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26. The sentences below are not complete. There are four options for each question. Choose the best word to complete the sentence and press the button next to it

Mr. Jones _______ the company since 1990.



Explanation

The correct answer is "has run" because the sentence is in the present perfect tense, which is used to talk about an action that started in the past and is still happening or has just finished. "Has run" is the correct form of the verb "run" in the present perfect tense.

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27. _______ minutes will show us which ...... the meeting.

Explanation

The phrase "_______ minutes will show us which directors attended the meeting" suggests that the minutes of the meeting contain information about the directors who were present. Therefore, the correct answer is "directors attended."

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28.  ______ in 1937, the Golden Gate bridge is a symbol of San Francisco.

Explanation

The word "completed" is the correct answer because it accurately describes the status of the Golden Gate Bridge. The bridge was finished in 1937, indicating that the construction process had come to an end and the bridge was fully built. As a result, it has become an iconic symbol of San Francisco.

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29. Please ask Mr. Smith if I __----- him next week.

Explanation

The correct answer is "am seeing" because the sentence is in the present tense and is asking about a future action. "Am seeing" is the correct form of the verb "to see" in the present continuous tense, indicating an action that will happen in the future.

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30. _______ people know the town better than old Jake here.

Explanation

The correct answer is "Few". This is because the word "few" is used to indicate a small number or amount. In this context, it suggests that there are only a small number of people who know the town better than old Jake. The other options ("The few", "Only the few", and "Only few") do not convey the same meaning and are grammatically incorrect.

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31. TThe US constitution ________ three branches of government - legislative, executive and judicial.

Explanation

The correct answer is "provides for". The US constitution establishes and outlines the existence and powers of the three branches of government - legislative, executive, and judicial. The phrase "provides for" accurately captures this idea, indicating that the constitution includes provisions for the establishment and functioning of these branches.

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32. The Texan accent is very _______.

Explanation

The Texan accent is very distinctive because it has unique pronunciation patterns and intonations that set it apart from other accents. It is easily recognizable and can be easily distinguished from other accents.

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33. You must boil those vegetables before _______ in the stew.

Explanation

The correct answer is "using". In order to incorporate the vegetables into the stew, they must be boiled first. The word "using" indicates the action of utilizing the vegetables in the cooking process.

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34. The _______ state of the US, Alaska, was purchased from Russia in the last century.

Explanation

The correct answer is "northernmost" because it is used to describe the superlative form of "north" and indicates the extreme northern position of Alaska in relation to the other states in the US.

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35. As you drive down the road, take the _______, and you will see his house ahead.

Explanation

As you drive down the road, take the second turn to the left, and you will see his house ahead.

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We have been working hard. Let's _______ a break.
The bookshop _______ next to the town hall.
_______ his parents allow him or not, John intends to go to the party.
You will find more information in the ________ .
There has been an increase in the price of oil in ___---- weeks.
You _______ to register for this course.
The park is named ________ the town's first mayor.
Spring is _______ . It will be warmer soon.
________ others ahead of yourself is easy to say, but harder to do.
Can you tell me how to _______ the airport?
He has lost a lot of weight _______ he went on that diet.
I'm a bit busy right now, can you _______?
What did you want to do that _______ ?  
________ you paid me twice the salary, I wouldn't take that job.
If we are in town we ________ go to the cinema.
Will candidates please ______ section 2 on the paper.
The first congress _______ in 1776
Give me three minutes and I'll _______ .
_______ knows that Dallas is not the capital of Texas.
The United States has presidential elections ________ every four...
________ the American system of primaries, election campaigns begin...
It's raining again. It's _______ the weather improved.
She got married _______ while on holiday in Hawaii.
Downtown Chicago _______ Manhattan, has very distinctive architecture.
Mr. Jones has studied the matter _______, and he will now present his...
The sentences below are not complete. There are four options for each...
_______ minutes will show us which ...... the meeting.
 ______ in 1937, the Golden Gate bridge is a symbol of San...
Please ask Mr. Smith if I __----- him next week.
_______ people know the town better than old Jake here.
TThe US constitution ________ three branches of government -...
The Texan accent is very _______.
You must boil those vegetables before _______ in the stew.
The _______ state of the US, Alaska, was purchased from Russia in the...
As you drive down the road, take the _______, and you will see his...
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