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________________________________________________________________________________________________ I learn smart world 12 - Exercises UNIT 1: LIFE STORIES 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. life B. kind C. nice D. think 2. A. amaze B. react C. behave D. ancient 3. A. run B. buck C. sure D. but 4. A. without B. breathless C. weather D. although 5. A. worked B. stopped C. forced D. wanted 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. story B. depress C. relieve D. result 2. A. surprise B. perhaps C. control D. usual 3. A. hopeful B. moment C. success D. topic 4. A. understand B. argument C. championship D. scientist 5. A. embarrass B. comfortable C. socialize D. sightseeing VOCABULARY I. Fill in each blank with a suitable word from the box. amazed anxious depressed butterflies react embarrassed grateful relieved costs life damage uncomfortable 1. How did you _______________ when you heard the surprising news? 2. He became _______________ after losing his job and struggled to find motivation. 3. I was _______________ by the beautiful sunset over the ocean. 4. The tight shoes made walking very _______________ for her. 5. She felt _______________ before her job interview. 6. The student was _______________ when he forgot his lines during the school play. 7. We're _______________ for all the help our neighbors provided after the storm. 8. Sarah was _______________ when she finally finished her difficult homework assignment. 9. Making new friends can really change your _______________ in positive ways. 10. The strong winds caused a lot of _______________ to the trees in the park. 11. The new smartphone _______________ an arm and a leg, so I'll have to save up for it. 12. I always have _______________ in my stomach before a big test. II. Write the correct form of the given words. 1. After some repairs, the old house became more _______________ for the new family. (LIVE) 2. John is very ______________ and always makes new friends at parties. (SOCIETY) 3. It was _______________ of him to forget his mother's birthday. (THOUGHT) 4. The _______________ gave an interesting lecture about ancient Rome. (HISTORY) 5. Good news can really _______________ people and brighten their day. (EXCITEMENT) 6. Many _______________ visit the Eiffel Tower when they go to Paris. (SIGHTSEEING) 7. Children often have _______________ friends when they're young. (IMAGINE) 8. Speaking in public requires a lot of _______________. (CONFIDENT) 9. Sarah was _______________ when she didn't get the job she wanted. (DISAPPOINT) 10. The experiment was conducted _______________ to ensure accurate results. (SCIENCE)
________________________________________________________________________________________________ I learn smart world 12 - Exercises III. Fill in each blank with a suitable preposition. 1. Eating too much junk food can result __________ health problems. 2. Many people are scared __________ speaking in public. 3. I'm really looking forward __________ my summer vacation next month. 4. Her grandmother passed __________ peacefully in her sleep last night. 5. Social media has a big impact __________ how young people communicate. 6. The teacher will take __________ your phone if you use it during class. 7. She likes to look __________ of the window and watch the birds in her garden. 8. Don't forget to take photos __________ the beautiful scenery during your trip. 9. I have to stay late __________ school today to finish my science project. 10. My family is planning to move __________ a bigger house next year. IV. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks. Going on the Tour Without the Phone Imagine going on a tour without your phone. For many, this idea seems like "the end of the (1) __________." We're so used to having our devices with us all the time that leaving them behind can feel scary. But what if I told you it's actually "a piece of (2) __________"? Traveling without a phone can be an amazing experience. You'll notice things you might have missed while staring at a screen. Instead of taking photos, you'll create lasting memories in your mind. Without GPS, you might get lost, but that's part of the adventure. You'll talk to locals for directions, maybe (3) __________ new friends. Reading a paper map can be fun and help you understand the area better. You won't be distracted by calls, messages, or social media. This means more time to enjoy the sights, sounds, and smells of your destination. You'll feel more present and (4) __________ to the place you're visiting. Sure, it might feel (5) __________ at first. But soon, you'll realize that the world doesn't end without your phone. In fact, a phone-free tour might be the most refreshing vacation you've ever had! 1. A. country B. city C. world D. universe 2. A. bread B. cake C. cookie D. pie 3. A. lose B. find C. avoid D. make 4. A. disconnected B. separated C. connected D. removed 5. A. normal B. comfortable C. familiar D. strange V. 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. How Did I Get Over the Bankruptcy? Bankruptcy was one of the hardest times in my life. I felt hopeless and scared about the future. However, I knew I had to find a way to overcome it. First, I accepted what had happened and stopped blaming myself. I made a plan to start fresh. I created a budget to manage my money better. I listed all my expenses and cut down on unnecessary ones. I also found a part-time job to increase my income. This helped me save a little money each month. Next, I reached out to a financial advisor. They gave me advice on how to manage my debt and rebuild my credit. I followed their suggestions and slowly, my financial situation improved. I also focused on my mental health. I talked to friends and family about my feelings. Their support made a big difference. I practiced mindfulness and stayed positive, even when things were tough.