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UNIT 5 - FURTHER PRACTICE PRACTICE 1

A. VOCABULARY: 1. An ______ is the person who asks the questions in an interview. A. interview B. interviewer C. interviewee D. interviewing 2. An ______ is the person who answers the questions in an interview A. interview B. interviewer C. interviewee D. interviewing 3. An ______ is someone who is paid to work for someone else. A. employer B. employee C. employment D. employed 4. An ______ is a person, company, or organization that employs people. A. employer B. employee C. employment D. employed 5. I've been out of work for six months. ______ seems a terrible thing to a thirty-year-old man! I feel really upset. A. Employed B. Employment C. Unemployed D. Unemployment 6. The waiters in this restaurant were ______ and unfriendly. A. attentive B. attentively C. inattentive D. inattentively 7. We are often attracted to somebody first by their physical ______ A. outside B. image C. figure D. appearance 8. She's always very ______ for appointments. A. punctual B. punctually C. punctuality D. punctuate 9. The survey didn't collect ______ information about temporary workers. A. many B. much C. few D. little 10. I want to know what you decide, so keep me______ A. inform B. informing C. informed D. informative 11. Have you ever ______ a right decision? A. done B. performed C. got D. made 12. I didn't know ______ to believe him or not. A. whether B. that C. should D. if 13. Belief in God seems to ______ some basic human need. A. get B. satisfy C. receive D. belong 14. They are busy preparing ______ their wedding next week. A. to B. with C. for D. about 15. His intelligence and skillfulness set him ______ others. A. up with B. out for C. away from D. apart from 16. Learning is not simply ______ remembering what is important. A. a matter of B. a problem to C. a way to D. a fact of 17. Why did you have to bring ______ the subject of money? A. in B. up C. over D. down 18. When I ______ her name, he looked embarrassed. A. said B. spoke C. mentioned D. retold 19. The President had been criticized ______ domestic issues. A. of neglecting B. neglecting C. to neglect D. for neglecting 20. I'm looking ______ Steve - Have you seen him? A. about B. at C. for D. to B. LANGUAGE FOCUS: I. STRESS: Choose the word whose main stress is placed differently from that of the others. 1A. interview B. essential C. employer D. attention 2A. detail B. personal C. company D. appearance 3A. demeanor B. eventually C. contact D. apply 4A. important B. natural C. prepare D. decision 5A. certainly B. reiterate C. neglect D. informed II. PHONETICS: Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from that of the others. 1. A. natural B. nature C. native D. nation 2. A. desire B. resignation C. compromise D. design 3. A. terrace B. territory C. terrific D. terror 4. A. low B. bow C. know D. slow 5. A. leisure B. pressure C. treasure D. pleasure 6. A. laugh B. plough C. enough D. cough 7. A. of B. cafe C. knife D. leaf 8. A. thank B. think C. this D. three 9. A. cash B. fact C. wash D. stamp 10. A. choke B. church C. chirp D. choir III. DO- MAKE:

English 12 Fill in each blank with the correct form of DO or MAKE: 1. It's a pleasure ______ business with you. 2. She ______ her own wedding dress. 3. "What are you ______ ?" - "______ cookies." 4. Archie doesn't even ______ an effort to help out around the house. 5. I'm always the one who ______ the cooking and cleaning and stuff around here. 6. Anyone can ______ a mistake. 7. It all happened so quickly that I couldn't ______ anything about it. 8. I suppose we should ______ a start on cleaning this room. 9. What on earth do you think you're ______ ? 10. Who's going to ______ the tea? 11. How are you going ______ your living room? 12. The photo ______ her look much older than she really is. 13. I wish you'd ______ as you're told 14. My parents always ______ me do my homework before I go out. 15. Hi, George how are you ______ ? 16. The cup has ______ a mark on the table. 17. James was said to have ______ a fortune after the divorce from Ursula, his first wife. 18. Who ______ your hair? 19. At school the other kids always ______ jokes about my name. 20. What are you ______ with my diary? IV. RELATIVE CLAUSE: 1. John, _____had been driving all day, suggested stopping at the next town. A. which B. that C. he D. who 2. She wanted Tom, _____ she liked; as a partner, but she got Jack, whom she didnt like. A. for whom B. whom C. what D. which 3. I saw something in the paper_____ would interest you. A. which B. who C. with that D. with which 4. Ann, _____ children are at school all day, is trying to get a job. A. whose B. whos C. who D. which 5. Only those ___________ had booked in advance were allowed in. A. who B. which C. whom D. whose 6. Her sons, both _____ work abroad, ring her up every week. A. who B. of whom C. whose D. whom 7. Would any one _____ saw the accident please get in touch with the police? A. whom B. whose C. that D. whom was 8. The 8.15 train, _____ is usually very punctual, was late today. A. that B. on which C. which D. at which 9. Who was it _____ said 'The Laws an Ass'? A. where B. that C. in which D. in that 10. There are lots of things _____ I need to buy before the trip. A. in which B. where C. that is D. which 11. Yoko told me about students________ have taken the entrance exam 13 times. A. about whom B. that C. whom D. with which 12. The person _______ I admire most in the history of the world is Gandhi. A. in whom B. that C. whose D. with whom 13. The severe drought ________occurred last summer ruined the corn crop. A. that it B. which C. when D. where 14. Florida, ____ the Sunshine State, attracts many tourists every year. A. is B. which is known as C. is known as D. that is known as 15. The missing mans family is seeking anyone _______ information about his activities or whereabouts. A. has B. that has C. who have D. have 16. The chemistry book _________ last week was a little expensive. A. that I bought it B. I bought that C. what bought D. I bought 17. Do you have the book __________ the teacher? A. that it belongs to B. which belong to C. which belongs D. that belongs to 18. I always want to visit Paris, _______ of France. A. is the capital B. which the capital C. that is the capital D. which is the capital 19. I have three brothers, ________ are businessmen. A. that all of them B. who they all C. all of whom D. who are of them 20. The rumour _______ we heard yesterday is not true. A. why B. which C. when D. of which 21. Lolas marriage has been arranged by her family. She is marrying to a man ________ .

English 12 A. that she hardly knows him B. whom she hardly knows C. she hardly know D. she hardly knows him 22. People who exercise frequently have greater physical endurance than those____________. A. who doesnt B. that doesnt C. which dont D. who dont 23. The woman ________ we were introduced was quite helpful. A. with who B. to whom C. to that D. about whom 24. The opportunity _________ she owed her success came unexpectedly. A. which B. of which C. that D. to which 25. Is this the address to _________you want the package sent? A. where B. that C. which D. whom 26. The Pacific Ocean, _________ may have been crossed by raft during the Stone Age, is the world's largest ocean. A. on which B. to which C. which D. that 27. His mother, _________ he visited frequently, ran her own business. A. to whom B. whom C. that D. with whom 28. That book is about the people in Samoa _________ for two years. A. that she lived B. that she lived among them C. among whom she lived D. where she lived among them. 29. Have you ever met the man ________ over there? - No, who is he? A .stands B. standing C. is standing D. who standing 30. The pictures, _________ were taken in Algeria, were very striking. A. which B. of which C. that D. whose 31. The newspaper to ________ we subscribe is delivered regularly. A. what B. whom C. which D. that 32. She brought with her three friends, _________ I had ever met before. A. none of who B. none of whom C. whom none of D. none of them 33. I spent two hours talking to Kaz, _________ I'd met only once before. A. who B. whom C. of whom D. that 34. Our neighbors, ________ we lent our lawnmower, are conscientious and considerate. A. for whom B. to whom C. to that D. that 35. The townspeople, ________ pride in their community is well-known, raised enough money to build a new town hall. A. who B. whom C. whose D. that 36. Jurors, _________ identities will be kept secret, will be paid $40 a day. A. whose B. about whom C. of which D. which 37. There's no reason _________ we shouldn't be friends. A. for which B. which C. why D. for that 38. In 1963 we moved to Boston, _________ my grandparents lived in. A. where B .when C. what D. which 39. The man ____ you told the news is my brother. A. whom B. to whom C. that D. who 40. Marie Curie was the first woman _______ the Nobel Prize in physics. A. who receive B .that receive C. to receive D .all is correct. C. READING: I. Cloze: JOB DECISION What sort of job should you look for? Much depends __(1)___ your long-term aim. You need to ask ____(2)__whether you want to specialize in a particular field, work your ___(3)____up to higher levels of responsibility or ___(4)____of your current employment into a broader field. This job will be studied very carefully when you send your letter of __(5)_ for your next job. It ___(6)__ show evidence of serious career planning.___ (7)__important, it should extend you, develop you and give you increasing responsibility. Incidentally, if the travel bug is biting, ___(8)__ is the time to pack up and go. You can do temporary work for a __(9)___: when you return, pick up where you have ___(10)___off and get the second job. 1. A. for B. on C. of D. with 2. A. you B. yourself C. if D. oneself 3. A. path B. broad C. way D. street 4. A. out B. off C. into D. over 5. A. applicants B. application C. form D. employment. 6. A. will B. would C. should D. may 7. A. less B. even C. almost D. most 8. A. then B. now C. so D. such 9. A. day B. time C. while D. ages 10. A. came B. left C. taken D .paid JOB INTERVIEWS

English 12 Interviews are an imperfect method of choosing the best people for jobs, __(1)_____, human beings like to examine each other in this way. One of the many problems of __(2)_____as it is commonly practiced is that the forms filled in by __(3)____often failed to show people what they really are. This means that you can __(4)____ all the best advice when completing your form and still find that you are __(5)____at the next stage- the interview. Similarly, in the rare cases where interviews are automatic, a __(6)_____ with an inadequate form may __(7)____ surprisingly well. Of course, your form needs to show that you have __ (8)___ in your ability to do the job, but dont try to turn __(9)____ into someone else- a person you have to pretend to be at the interview. Realism and honesty are definitely the best __(10)____. 1. A. and B. so C. therefore D. yet 2. A. offer B. choice C. selection D. chance 3. A. senders B. writers C. applicants D. assistants 4. A. follow B. do C. fill D. complete 5. A. lost B. careless C. unsuccessful D. successful 6. A. human B. person C. man D. candidate 7. A. make B. do C. gain D. complete 8. A. interest B. importance C. attention D. confidence 9. A. oneself B. yourself C. itself D. themselves 10. A. street B. road C. path D. approach II. Reading Comprehension: Read the passage below and choose the best answer to each question: If you want to look for a job, the first thing you should do is to ask your friends, family and former colleagues if they know any job opportunities in your area of interest. You can also check the help-wanted section of your local newspaper. Trade magazines and smaller community newspapers often publish job openings as well. Many Websites post job opportunities. You can not only use Website whose main purpose is to provide job listings but also search the sites of professional associations in your field and the sites of businesses you would like to work for. These sites often have a Web page devoted to job openings. Much like a trade show, a job fair brings prospective employers together in one place. You can talk to representative from several different companies all on the same day. Job fairs are often listed in the newspaper, in the job section. Look into job replacement services in your area. They offer many services, including career counseling, resources to find job openings and place where you can work. Otherwise, businesses specializing in job placement services are often listed in the phone book. Make use of your local library, where you can access newspapers and trade magazines that publish job openings. Many libraries offer Internet access, so you can browse job-posting Websites for opportunities in other parts of the country, if you are interested in relocating. 1. What is the main idea of the passage? A. Places from which you can search to get a job. B. A computer can help you to get a job. C. Buying a newspaper or magazine and getting a job. D. Going to a job fair. 2. If you are looking for a job,_________. A. your friends and relatives cannot help you. B. your friends and relatives can offer you any kind of work that you are interested in. C. you should read the help-wanted section of the local newspaper. D. you neednt read any newspaper or magazines which have no related to work and jobs. 3. On the Internet ________. A. there are no websites for jobs. B. there are many websites for jobs. C. you cannot access websites for jobs. D. job opportunities are not offered on websites. 4. It can be referred from the passage that: At a job fair, _______. A. you cannot find a job. D. there are no employers. C. you cannot talk to the employers of several different companies. D. there are no representatives from companies all on the same day. 5. At a local library, _______. A. you can access newspapers and trade magazines that publish job openings. B. you can read newspaper and magazines which are not related to jobs. C. you can read only reference books. D. you can access on the Internet.

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UNIT 5 - FURTHER PRACTICE PRACTICE 2

A. VOCABULARY: 1. She completed her formal __________ in 1995. a. educate b. educator c. education d. educational 2. What is the minimum entrance ________ for this course? a. require b. requirement c. requisite d. requisition 3. My family came to my college _______ in the summer. a. graduate b. graduated c. graduation d. graduating 4. This certificate can ______ the requirements. a. meet b. satisfy c. fulfill d. all are correct 5. It is a remarkable _______ for such a young player like her. a. achieve b. achievement c. achievable d. achieving 6. Profits of $20 millions is out of the question. It is an ______ goals. a. achieved b. unachievable c. achievable d. achieving 7. He has______ to join the army. a. applied b. application c. applicant d. applicable 8. Have you considered ________ for a job? a. asking b. getting c. applying d. all are correct 9. Hillary Clinton used to be one of the leading _______ for the presidency. a. candidates b. candidates c. candidatures d. candidate 10. The committee consists _______ ten members. a. of b. in c. for d. with 11. True education does not _______ in simply being taught facts. a. consist b. include c. contain d. comprise 12. The students return in October for the start of the new _______ year. a. academic b. academy c. academia d. academician 13. She has gone to the finest universities and is an _______ person. a. educate b. education c. educated d. educating 14. It is difficult to ________ between the two candidates. a. decide b. decision c. decisive d. undecided 15. We finally reached a _______ . a. decide b. decision c. decisive d. decided 16. After four years of hard working, finally she got the bachelor ______. a. qualification b. degree c. certificate d. diploma 17. _______ education refers to education at college or university level. a. general b. secondary c. tertiary d. academic 18. The candidates experience and qualification will be taken into _____ when the decision is made. a. consider b. considerate c. inconsiderate d. consideration 19. When the post finally become _______ , they offered it to Fiona. a. vacant b. vacancy c. vacated d. vacantly 20. We had to _______ a new manager from a shortlist of five candidates. a. chose b. choose c. choosy d. choice B. LANGUAGE FOCUS: I. Stress: Choose the word which has stress differently from that of the others 1. a. education b. educator c. graduation d. requisition 2. a. academy b. academic c. consist d. apply 3. a. applicant b. service c. tertiary d. record 4. a. institution b. receive c. achieve d. reply 5. a. optional b. insurance c. decision d. consider II. Phonetics: Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from that of the others 6. a. academic b. academy c. academia d. academically 7. a. economics b. philosophy c. entrance d. psychology 8. a. examination b. mathematics c. geographical d. archeology 9. a. aborigine b. university c. mathematics d. sociology 10. a. proficiency b. requirement c. identification d. society C. Reading: Cloze: All men should study, we have to study to __(1)__ our knowledge and develop our intelligence.

English 12 An uneducated man can only utilize his __(2)__ strength to work and live. An educated man, __(3)__his strength, still has the faculty of his intelligent brain and good reflection. This intelligence and thought enable him to help his physical strength to act more quickly ___ (4)___ cleverly. In a same profession or work, the educated man differs _(5)__ the uneducated considerably. Therefore, intellectual workers have to study, this is a matter of course but _(6)__ workers must also _(7)__an education. In civilized countries compulsory education has been applied. __ (8) __ must spend seven or eight years to study. From ploughmen to laborers in these __ (9) __ no one is __(10) __ to read a book or a paper fluently. 1. a. widely b. wide c. widen d. broad 2. a. body b. bodily c. power d. brain 3. a. with b. without c. no d. none 4. a. and b. but c. yet d. or 5. a. than b. with c. from d. apart 6. a. simple b. easy c. hard d. manual 7. a. learn b. study c. acquire d. know 8. a. man b. one c. human d. mankind 9. a. parts b. regions c. fields d. nations 10. a. able b. unable c. not d. never Passage 1: The Korean education system basically consists of primary schools (six years), middle school (3 years), high school (3 years) and colleges or university (4 or 2 years) with graduate courses leading to PhD degrees. Primary education is compulsory for children aged six to eleven. The basic primary school curriculum is generally divided into subjects: Korean language, mathematics, social studies, science, ethnics, physic education, music and fine arts. Students in middle schools are required to take a number of additional subjects, such as English and can take electives, such as technical or vocational courses. Afterwards, students can choose between general education and vocational high school. In general, high school tends to be rigorous, as the competition for college admission is notoriously stiff. 1. How many levels is Korean education divided into? a. one b. two c. three d. four 2. Having finished the university, the graduates can continue their study with____ a. primary b. middle c. high school d. philosophy doctor degree (PhD degree) 3. the word compulsory can be best replaced by: a. necessary b. important c. optional d. obligatory 4. The number of subjects students in middle school take is ____than that students in primary school take. a. great b. fewer c. less d. more 5. The tone of the writer about Korean education from high schools or colleges is ________ a. emotional b. serious c. humorous d. sarcastic. Passage 2: The United States does not have a national university, but the idea has been around for quite some time. George Washington first recommended the idea to Congress; he even selected an actual site in Washington, D.C., and then left an endowment for the proposed national university continued to receive the support of various US presidents, and philanthropist, Andrew Carnegie pursued the cause at the beginning of the president century. Although the original idea has not yet been acted upon, it continues to be proposed in bills before Congress. 1. According to the passage, the national university of the United States: a. has been around for a while b. does not exist. c. is a very recent idea d. is an idea that developed during the present century. 2. Look at the word he in the passage, which word or phrase that he refers to: a. Congress b. the idea c. George Washington d. Actual site 3. The passage indicates that George Washington did not do which of the following? a. he suggested the concept for a national university to Congress. b. He chose a location for the national university. c. He left money in his will for a national university. d. He succeeded in establishing a national university. 4. Which of the following is not mentioned in the passage about Andrew Carnegie? a. He was interested in doing charity work and good deeds for the public. b. He was a member of Congress. c. He was interested in the idea of a national university. d. He was active in the early twentieth century. 5. The pronoun it in italics refers to: a. the cause b. the beginning of the present century. c. the original idea. d. Congress

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PRACTICE ON PREPOSITIONS
Adjectives/Participles
1. 2. 3. 4.

Fill in the blanks in the sentences below with the correct prepositions.

I was disappointed ____________ the grade I received on my last essay. The Medical Center is close ____________ campus. Since she graduated, Anne has not been dependent ____________ her parents for financial support. Catherine became accustomed _____________ splay foods when she was traveling. 5. Table salt is composed ____ two highly poisonous elements, sodium & chlorine, but it is necessary _______ human health. 6. Is your bicycle equipped ________________ a light? 7. This computer isnt capable ______________ running this software. 8. Bluegrass music is somewhat different ________________ other types of country music. 9. Idaho is famous ______________ its potatoes. 10. Was your choice of research topic acceptable _____________ your instructor? 11. People who are afraid _________________ heights are called acrophobes. 12. Water is essential _____________ all life. 13. Were you aware ________________ the regulation against smoking in this area? 14. Although tepees are sometimes associated all Native Americans, they are actually characteristic only ______________ the tribes on the Great Plains. 15. Will this office be adequate ______________ your needs? 16. Im not familiar ____________ that song. 17. One meter is approximately equal ____________ a yard. 18. There is a persistent belief that all types of fruit are rich _________ vitamin C, but some types, such as apples, bananas, and pineapples, have very low levels of C. 19. This summer, Ms. Depuy will be eligible _____________ a three-week vacation.. 20. What Milton said is contrary _____________ common sense. 21. The art museum is located next ____________ the Museum of Natural History. 22. Many vegetables, including tomatoes, potatoes, and corn, are native __________ the New World. 23. All the worlds fur seals can be divided _________ two distinct but closely related families. 24. This apartment would be too crowed for two people, but its perfect __________ one. 25. A purchasing agent is responsible _____________ buying equipment and supplies for his or her firm. 26. Were you surprised ____________ the grade you received? 27. House cats are distantly related ____________ lions and tigers. 28. Is this type of soil suitable _____________ growing tomatoes? 29. The point that Murray brought up wasnt really relevant ____________ the discussion. 30. Organically raised crops and free _________ chemical pesticides and herbicides. 31. A grade of A- Is preferable ___________ one of B+. 32. If youre not satisfied ___________ your essay, then I suggest that you rewrite it. 33. Abolitionists were people who were opposed ____________ the practice of slavery in the years before the Civil War. 34. The United States became independent ____________ England in 1776. 35. President James Madison was married ________ one of the most famous of all first laics Dolley Madison.

Nouns + Prepositions
1. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Fill in the blanks in the sentences below with the correct prepositions

A decrease ___ the supply ____ a good usually results in an increase ____ the price _____ that good.

2. Once scientists fully understand the cause ____ a disease, it is easier for them to find a cure ____ it.

Professor Lyle noticed a distinct improvement _________ the quality __________ her students work. It is believed that sunspots have an influence _________ Earths weather patterns. Have you had much experience ___________ computers? There are thirty known meteor crates on Earth, and many other formations that are believed to be the result __________ meteor impacts. 7. The Dorothy Chandler Pavilion is part _________ the Los Angeles Music Center. 8. Linguists have many theories about the origin ___________ language. 9. This is an exception __________ the general rule.

English 12 10. What approach should I take ___________ this problem? 11. Anthropologists say that no group ______ people completely lack the concept ______ family. 12. There is no basis __________ the existence of the weeks in the movement of the Sun, Moon, and Earth is ___________ that of the day, month, and year. 13. Only a native ____________ the United States can serve as President. 14. Economists dont agree on the effect government spending has _____________ the economy. 15. Margaret Knight designed some of the components _________ the rotary engine.

Verbs + Prepositions
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20.

Fill in the blanks in the sentences below with the correct prepositions

Cytology is the branch of biology that deals ____________ the structure form, and life of cells. Maybe you should begin your speech _____________ some jokes. Lets concentrate ___________ solving this problem before we discuss the others. People want friends they can rely ____________. Most essays consist _____________ an introduction, a body, and a conclusion. Many types of animals react _________ a solar eclipse as they do __________ the coming of night. If you are engaged _________ any extracurricular activities, you should mention that fact on your resume. Iron combines ___________ oxygen to form rust. Do you agree ______________ Paula? The accident resulted ____________ several minor injuries. Storms on the Sun can interfere ____________ radio broadcasts on the Earth. By the late 1940s, television had begun to seriously complete ________ radio for audience and advertisers. James didnt have any trouble adjusting ______ the climate in Atlanta because hed grown up in the South. William insists ____________ getting up early, even on weekends. What does this symbol refer ___________? Occupational physicians search ____________ the causes of injury and sickness at workplace. Many companies participated ___________ the trade fair. How do you account ____________ his discrepancy? Do you believe ____________ any superstitions? Workaholics devote too much of their time ____________ their jobs.

Phrasal Prepositions

Fill in the blanks in the sentences below with the correct prepositions

1. Work on the new highway will be finished ahead ____________ schedule. 2. ___________ spite _____________ the warnings. Phil dove off the cliff. 3. Freelan O. Stanley, along ____________ his identical twin brother Francis E. Stanley, invented this steam-powered automobile. 4. Prior ___________ her wedding. Nicoles last name was Brooks. 5. Are you _________ favor ___________ that amendment or against it? 6. ____ account ____ a lack on funds, the university library will now close at nine instead ______ at eleven. 7. The water in an artificial lake, _________ contrast ___________ that of natural lake, usually lies well above the level of the lakes lowest outlet so that it can be released as needed. 8. Due ___________ a computer error $100.000 was transferred into Judys checking account. 9. Regardless ___________ the final score, Im sure this will be an exciting game. 10. Glider pilots can actually increase their altitude ____ means _____ hot air currents called thermals. 11. Thanks ________ the financial aid he received, he was able to attend the university, 12. ______ case _______ an emergency, dial 911.

Fill in the blanks in the sentences below with the prepositions in, on or at.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. John F. Kennedy was the first President of the United States to be born _______ the twentieth century. Most fruit trees bloom _____________ March or April. Gettysburg, the greatest battle ever fourth ________ North America, took place _______ July 1863. I like to shower ___________ the morning, but my roommate likes to shower ____________ night. The President lives ___________ the White House, which is located ____________ 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue _____________ Washington D.C.

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