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________________________________________________________________________________________________ I learn smart world 12 - Exercises UNIT 4: GRADUATION AND CHOOSING A CAREER PRONUNCIATION I. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions. 1. A. fill B. list C. bring D. right 2. A. discuss B. focus C. unfriend fundraise 3. A. research B. teaching C. increase D. treatment 4. A. career B. city C. scary D. color 5. A. lawyer B. working C. weekly D. without II. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions. 1. A. edit B. assign C. figure D. project 2. A. predict B. relate C. perform D. schedule 3. A. appoint B. assist C. report D. purchase 4. A. therapist B. motivate C. maintenance D. contribute 5. A. basketball B. develop C. relaxing D. together VOCABULARY I. Fill in each blank with a suitable word from the box. put figure catching get deal pay fill carry take help hang look 1. She will _______________ after the children while you’re at the conference next week. 2. The team will _______________ out the new procedures starting next week. 3. We need to _______________ out the best way to solve this problem before the meeting starts. 4. I spent the weekend _______________ up on all the emails I missed during my vacation. 5. Let's meet at the café later and _______________ together to discuss our plans for the project. 6. Please, _______________ out this form and return it to the office by the end of the day. 7. After the exam, we decided to _______________ out at the park and relax for a while. 8. He had to _______________ with several unexpected issues during the event planning. 9. If you need any assistance with the setup, just let me know; I’m happy to _______________ out. 10. The local art gallery is planning to _______________ on an exhibition featuring emerging artists from across the country. II. Write the correct form of the given words. 1. He agreed to help with the community clean-up project _______________, even though it was his day off. (VOLUNTEER) 2. The book’s _______________ passages vividly painted the scenes and characters for the readers. (DESCRIBE) 3. To stay _______________, it’s important to eat a balanced diet and exercise regularly. (HEALTH) 4. Having _______________ is crucial when dealing with challenging situations or people. (PATIENTLY) 5. The ________________ world created by the author was filled with fantastical creatures and magical lands. (IMAGINE) 6. The artist used brightly ________________ paints to bring the canvas to life with vibrant hues. (COLOR) 7. The ________________ was known for his unique style that combined traditional techniques with modern elements. (ARTISTIC)
________________________________________________________________________________________________ I learn smart world 12 - Exercises A. evaluate B. ignore C. guess D. avoid 5. The word "continuously" in the email is closest in meaning to __________. A. occasionally B. regularly C. briefly D. constantly VII. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. Dear Thomas, I hope this letter finds you well. I wanted to share my thoughts about choosing a career path. As we navigate life, deciding on a profession can be both exciting and daunting. Let me tell you about my aspirations. Firstly, I’ve always been fascinated by technology. The idea of creating innovative solutions and improving people’s lives through software development appeals to me. Becoming a software engineer would allow me to combine my analytical skills with creativity. Secondly, I have a passion for helping others. Nursing seems like a fulfilling career choice. The opportunity to care for patients, offer emotional support, and contribute to their well-being resonates with me. Plus, the demand for healthcare professionals is ever-growing. Lastly, I’ve considered teaching. Educators play a crucial role in shaping young minds. Teaching English as a second language could be rewarding, especially since I enjoy connecting with people from diverse backgrounds. In conclusion, the path to choosing a career isn’t always straightforward. It involves self-reflection, exploration, and sometimes trial and error. Whatever profession we choose, let’s strive for fulfillment and make a positive impact. Best regards, Helen Trump 1. The word "daunting" in paragraph 1 is opposite in meaning to __________. A. challenging B. encouraging C. frightening D. overwhelming 2. The word "innovative" in paragraph 2 is opposite in meaning to __________. A. creative B. conventional C. advanced D. useful 3. The word "fascinated" in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to __________. A. bored B. interested C. confused D. excited 4. The word "fulfilling" in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to __________. A. difficult B. satisfying C. boring D. tiring 5. The word "diverse" in paragraph 4 is closest in meaning to __________. A. similar B. varied C. foreign D. exclusive GRAMMAR I. Choose the best answer among the options A, B, C, or D. 1. Her dad's really short but her mum's really tall. With those long legs, she certainly __________her mother. A. takes after B. look after C. see off D. go after 2. When she was young, she __________ her parents. They were very good role models for her. A. looked for B. looked up to C. looked into D. looked up 3. I __________ in Glasgow but moved to London after I graduated from university. A. brought up B. took up C. grew up D. gave up 4. When I __________my childhood, I remember lots of laughter and a few tears too. A. look for B. gave in C. put off D. look back on 5. I’ll __________tomorrow, so I can drive you to the airport.