Choose the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
Question 1.
A. problem B. obey C. proper D. foreign
Question 2.
A. nurture B. furnish C. curfew D. curious
Choose the word that has the primary stress differs from the other three in position in each of the following questions.
Question 3.
A. previous B. sympathy C. interact D. satisfy
Question 4.
A. situation B. disapproval
C. understanding D. conservative
Choose the correct answer to fill in the blank in each of the following questions.
Question 5. A supportive family environment is essential for ____________ strong and enduring bonds within the family.
A. organizing B. distributing
C. establishing D. modifying
Question 6. They ____________ adopt a pet in the future once they have a bigger house.
A. had to B. may C. need D. would
Question 7. People ____________ be kind and respectful towards one another, regardless of their differences.
A. need B. ought C. should D. might
Question 8. Customers ____________ pay their bills on time to avoid late payment charges.
A. may B. shouldn’t
C. have to D. don’t need to
Question 9. He ____________ be certain about the outcome of the interview; it depends on various factors.
A. mustn’t B. shouldn’t C. cannot D. couldn’t
Question 10. Since we’re taking the bus, we ____________ worry about finding parking.
A. ought not to B. won’t have to
C. mustn’t D. didn’t have to
Question 11. Some family members may feel less ____________ expressing their opinions due to the limitations within the family dynamic.
A. different B. artificial
C. reliable D. confident
Question 12. I’ve always admired my father’s career, and I hope to ____________ in his footsteps one day.
A. follow B. shadow C. pursue D. observe
Question 13. Lisa managed to hold ____________ her emotions and calmly explain her point of view.
A. on B. down C. back D. off
Question 14. The family had a difficult period of disagreements and tension, but things have improved, and they are finally out of the ____________.
A. forests B. jungles C. highlands D. woods
Choose the correct answer that has the OPPOSITE meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.
Question 15. Excessive screen time can have detrimental effects on teenagers’ physical and mental health.
A. healthy B. hospitable
C. beneficial D. approving
Question 16. The new technology brought about a(n) unheard-of level of convenience and efficiency in our daily lives.
A. comfortable B. sociable
C. convenient D. popular
Question 17. Older individuals shouldn’t underestimate the capabilities and potential of younger generations; they have fresh ideas and innovative approaches.
A. separate B. diminish
C. recognize D. appreciate
Write the correct form of the words in the brackets.
Question 18. When parents communicate [………………………] with their children, it shows a willingness to reduce the age gap. (respect)
Question 19. Whether you have school-aged children or teens, it takes planning to [……………] you get enough quality together time. (sure)
Question 20. Conflict is normal, but it’s essential to find [………………………] ways to resolve disagreements. (construct)
Choose the correct answer to complete each of the following exchanges.
Question 21. Ella: Mom, can I dye my hair purple?
Mom: ____________ Maybe when you’re older.
A. That’s my pleasure. B. Thanks for your offer.
C. I’m afraid you can’t. D. I’m glad to help you.
Question 22. Nam: Can I play video games for an hour?
Mon: ____________, but remember to finish your homework first.
A. Yes, please B. No, please don’t
C. Sure D. Yes, I will
Choose the answer that indicates the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.
Question 23. They’ve been practicing for weeks, so they can be ready for the performance.
A. been practicing B. be ready
C. can D. for
Question 24. Both younger and older generations must make an effort to find common land and appreciate each other’s values.
A. each other’s B. land
C. and D. must
Question 25. It’s important to make in with your family members after a fight to maintain a healthy relationship.
A. relationship B. a fight
C. family members D. in
Choose the correct sentence that is best rewritten from the first one.
Question 26. Yes, I can make it to the meeting on Friday.
A. The task won’t be finished by the meeting time.
B. The task will probably be finished till the meeting time.
C. The task will certainly be finished till the meeting time.
D. The task ought not to be finished till the meeting time.
Question 27. Anna didn’t have to buy apples. There were plenty of them.
A. Anna might buy more apples as she had a lot.
B. Anna was going to buy apples, but she didn’t do it.
C. Anna didn’t need to buy apples as she had a lot.
D. Anna couldn’t buy apples since she had a lot.
Rewrite the sentences and keep their same meaning as the first ones. No more than FIVE words in the blanks.
Question 28. We are not allowed to interrupt each other when we’re having a family discussion. (not)
→ We must [……………………………………………] when we’re having a family discussion.
Question 29. Individuals are advised to express their feelings in a respectful manner. (to)
→ Individuals [………………………………………………………..] in a respectful manner.
Question 30. My mom was in charge of resolving the family argument and finding a solution. (to)
→ My mom [………………………….] the family argument and find a solution.
