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3 PART THREE: VOCABULARY AND GRAMMAR (5.5 POINTS) I. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. (1.5 points) 1. Nathalie seems very tough at work. She’s a different person at home, _____________. A. though B. although C. as though D. even though 2. Their research into the causes of cancer promises to break the new _____________ in the field and possibly lead to a cure. A. earth B. ground C. soil D. land 3. The dawn redwood appears _____________ some 100 million years ago in northern forests around the world. A. was flourished B. to flourish C. to have flourished D. have flourished 4. The report urged that all children _____________ to swim. A. were taught B. taught C. be taught D. must be taught 5. John: This grammar test is the hardest one we’ve ever had this semester! Mary: _____________ but I think it’s quite easy. A. I couldn’t agree more B. I understand what you’re saying C. You’re wrong D. I don’t see in that way 6. She _____________ modern art. She visits all the local exhibitions. A. looks down on B. goes in for C. fixes up with D. comes up against 7. I would appreciate _____________ it a secret. A. you to keep B. that you keep C. that you will keep D. your keeping 8. After so many years, it is great to see him _____________ his ambitions. A. realize B. get C. possess D. deserve 9. His personal problems seem to have been _____________ him from his work lately. A. disrupting B. disturbing C. distracting D. dispersing 10. He has been hit by a _____________ of injuries since he joined the team. A. success B. continuation C. repetition D. succession 11. Peter: ‘Do you mind if I put the television on?’ Susan: ‘_____________.’ A. It’s no matter to me. B. Not mention it. C. You are welcome. D. No, not in the least. 12. He was a generous friend, but as a businessman he drove a hard _____________. A. bargain B. affair C. contract D. deal 13. _____________ passenger pigeon, one of several species of extinct birds, was hunted to extinction over
4 _____________ few decades. A. The / Ø B. Ø / a C. The / a D. A / the 14. _____________, let me know as soon as possible. A. If you heard anything B. Should you hear anything C. Had you heard anything D. Unless you hear anything 15. _____________ better working conditions. A. What’s interesting the workers most is B. What’s interested the workers most is C. What interest the workers most is D. What interests the workers most is II. Complete the following sentences with the correct form or tense of the verbs in brackets. (2.0 points) 1. They (not, invent) _____________ satellites, we couldn’t watch live programmes on TV. 2. I distinctly remember (pay) _____________ him. I gave him two dollars. 3. All the evidence suggests that he (steal) _____________ the money before he left here. 4. Mary isn’t here – but she (not take) _____________ the car because there’s no petrol in it. 5. This building (finish) _____________ by the end of next month. 6. There are just five awards, (consist) _____________ of 50,000 Swiss Francs. 7. (Leave) _____________ uncovered , the balcony chairs will be ruined in this weather. 8. I know you didn’t want to upset me but I’d sooner you (tell) _____________ me the whole truth yesterday. 9. It is only recently that ballets have been based on the themes (reflect) _____________ American life. 10. I didn’t do the test well. I (prepare) _____________ it more carefully at home. III. Supply the correct form of the word in capital letters. Write your answers on your answer sheet. (1.0 point) SKIING HOLIDAYS IN COLORADO To ski or snowboard in Colorado is to experience the pinnacle of winter sports. The state of Colorado is known for its spectacular scenery and (1. BREATH) _____________ views, which inspire today's travelers as much as they spurred on the (2. SETTLE) _____________ who first arrived in this part of the US over a century ago. And whether you're seeking the outdoor adventure of a (3. LIFE) _____________ exciting nightlife or a great family getaway, Colorado has everything you need. November through April, snow conditions are (4. CONSIST) _____________ and reliable, featuring Colorado's (5. LEGEND) _____________ “champagne powder” snow. Extensive snow making and grooming operations always keeps trails in top shape.