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UNIT 5 - FURTHER PRACTICEPRACTICE 1

A. VOCABULARY: 1. An ______ is the person who asks the questions in an interview.A. interview B. interviewer C. interviewee D. interviewing2. An ______ is the person who answers the questions in an interviewA. interview B. interviewer C. interviewee D. interviewing3. An ______ is someone who is paid to work for someone else.A. employer B. employee C. employment D. employed4. An ______ is a person, company, or organization that employs people. A. employer B. employee C. employment D. employed5. 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. appearance8. She's always very ______ for appointments.A. punctual B. punctually C. punctuality D. punctuate9. The survey didn't collect ______ information about temporary workers.A. many B. much C. few D. little10. I want to know what you decide, so keep me______ A. inform B. informing C. informed D. informative11. Have you ever ______ a right decision?A. done B. performed C. got D. made12. I didn't know ______ to believe him or not.A. whether B. that C. should D. if13. 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. about15. His intelligence and skillfulness set him ______ others.A. up with B. out for C. away from D. apart from16. 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. down18. 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 neglecting20. 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. attention2A. detail B. personal C. company D. appearance3A. demeanor B. eventually C. contact D. apply4A. important B. natural C. prepare D. decision5A. 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. nation2. A. desire B. resignation C. compromise D. design3. A. terrace B. territory C. terrific D. terror4. A. low B. bow C. know D. slow5. A. leisure B. pressure C. treasure D. pleasure6. A. laugh B. plough C. enough D. cough7. A. of B. cafe C. knife D. leaf8. A. thank B. think C. this D. three9. A. cash B. fact C. wash D. stamp10. A. choke B. church C. chirp D. choir

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III. DO- MAKE: 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 told14. 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. who2. She wanted Tom, _____ she liked; as a partner, but she got Jack, whom she didn’t like.A. for whom B. whom C. what D. which3. I saw something in the paper_____ would interest you.A. which B. who C. with that D. with which4. Ann, _____ children are at school all day, is trying to get a job.A. whose B. who’s C. who D. which5. Only those ___________ had booked in advance were allowed in.A. who B. which C. whom D. whose6. Her sons, both _____ work abroad, ring her up every week.A. who B. of whom C. whose D. whom7. Would any one _____ saw the accident please get in touch with the police?A. whom B. whose C. that D. whom was8. The 8.15 train, _____ is usually very punctual, was late today.A. that B. on which C. which D. at which9. Who was it _____ said 'The Law’s an Ass'?A. where B. that C. in which D. in that10. There are lots of things _____ I need to buy before the trip.A. in which B. where C. that is D. which11. 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 as15. The missing man’s family is seeking anyone _______ information about his activities or whereabouts.A. has B. that has C. who have D. have16. The chemistry book _________ last week was a little expensive.A. that I bought it B. I bought that C. what bought D. I bought17. Do you have the book __________ the teacher?A. that it belongs to B. which belong to C. which belongs D. that belongs to18. 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 capital19. I have three brothers, ________ are businessmen.A. that all of them B. who they all C. all of whom D. who are of them20. The rumour _______ we heard yesterday is not true.A. why B. which C. when D. of which 21. Lola’s marriage has been arranged by her family. She is marrying to a man ________ .

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A. that she hardly knows him B. whom she hardly knowsC. she hardly know D. she hardly knows him22. People who exercise frequently have greater physical endurance than those____________.A. who doesn’t B. that doesn’t C. which don’t D. who don’t23. The woman ________ we were introduced was quite helpful.A. with who B. to whom C. to that D. about whom24. The opportunity _________ she owed her success came unexpectedly.A. which B. of which C. that D. to which25. Is this the address to _________you want the package sent?A. where B. that C. which D. whom26. 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. that27. His mother, _________ he visited frequently, ran her own business.A. to whom B. whom C. that D. with whom28. That book is about the people in Samoa _________ for two years.A. that she lived B. that she lived among themC. 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 standing30. The pictures, _________ were taken in Algeria, were very striking.A. which B. of which C. that D. whose31. The newspaper to ________ we subscribe is delivered regularly.A. what B. whom C. which D. that32. 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 them33. I spent two hours talking to Kaz, _________ I'd met only once before.A. who B. whom C. of whom D. that34. Our neighbors, ________ we lent our lawnmower, are conscientious and considerate.A. for whom B. to whom C. to that D. that35. 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. that36. Jurors, _________ identities will be kept secret, will be paid $40 a day.A. whose B. about whom C. of which D. which37. 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. which39. The man ____ you told the news is my brother.A. whom B. to whom C. that D. who40. 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 DECISIONWhat 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. with2. A. you B. yourself C. if D. oneself3. A. path B. broad C. way D. street4. A. out B. off C. into D. over5. A. applicants B. application C. form D. employment.6. A. will B. would C. should D. may7. A. less B. even C. almost D. most8. A. then B. now C. so D. such9. A. day B. time C. while D. ages10. A. came B. left C. taken D .paid

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JOB INTERVIEWSInterviews 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 don’t 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. yet2. A. offer B. choice C. selection D. chance3. A. senders B. writers C. applicants D. assistants4. A. follow B. do C. fill D. complete5. A. lost B. careless C. unsuccessful D. successful6. A. human B. person C. man D. candidate7. A. make B. do C. gain D. complete8. A. interest B. importance C. attention D. confidence9. A. oneself B. yourself C. itself D. themselves10. 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 needn’t 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 PRACTICEPRACTICE 2

A. VOCABULARY:

1. She completed her formal __________ in 1995.a. educate b. educator c. education d. educational2. What is the minimum entrance ________ for this course?a. require b. requirement c. requisite d. requisition3. My family came to my college _______ in the summer.a. graduate b. graduated c. graduation d. graduating4. This certificate can ______ the requirements.a. meet b. satisfy c. fulfill d. all are correct5. It is a remarkable _______ for such a young player like her.a. achieve b. achievement c. achievable d. achieving6. Profits of $20 millions is out of the question. It is an ______ goals.a. achieved b. unachievable c. achievable d. achieving7. He has______ to join the army.a. applied b. application c. applicant d. applicable8. Have you considered ________ for a job?a. asking b. getting c. applying d. all are correct9. Hillary Clinton used to be one of the leading _______ for the presidency.a. candidates b. candidates c. candidatures d. candidate10. The committee consists _______ ten members.a. of b. in c. for d. with11. True education does not _______ in simply being taught facts. a. consist b. include c. contain d. comprise12. The students return in October for the start of the new _______ year.a. academic b. academy c. academia d. academician13. She has gone to the finest universities and is an _______ person.a. educate b. education c. educated d. educating14. It is difficult to ________ between the two candidates.a. decide b. decision c. decisive d. undecided15. We finally reached a _______ .a. decide b. decision c. decisive d. decided16. After four years of hard working, finally she got the bachelor ______.a. qualification b. degree c. certificate d. diploma17. _______ education refers to education at college or university level.a. general b. secondary c. tertiary d. academic18. The candidate’s experience and qualification will be taken into _____ when the decision is made.a. consider b. considerate c. inconsiderate d. consideration19. When the post finally become _______ , they offered it to Fiona.a. vacant b. vacancy c. vacated d. vacantly20. 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. requisition2. a. academy b. academic c. consist d. apply3. a. applicant b. service c. tertiary d. record4. a. institution b. receive c. achieve d. reply5. a. optional b. insurance c. decision d. consider

II. Phonetics : Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from that of the others6. a. academic b. academy c. academia d. academically7. a. economics b. philosophy c. entrance d. psychology8. a. examination b. mathematics c. geographical d. archeology9. a. aborigine b. university c. mathematics d. sociology10. a. proficiency b. requirement c. identification d. society

C. Reading:Cloze:

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All men should study, we have to study to __(1)__ our knowledge and develop our intelligence. 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. broad2. a. body b. bodily c. power d. brain3. a. with b. without c. no d. none4. a. and b. but c. yet d. or5. a. than b. with c. from d. apart6. a. simple b. easy c. hard d. manual7. a. learn b. study c. acquire d. know8. a. man b. one c. human d. mankind9. a. parts b. regions c. fields d. nations10. 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. four2. Having finished the university, the graduates can continue their study with____a. primary b. middlec. high school d. philosophy doctor degree (PhD degree)3. the word “compulsory” can be best replaced by:a. necessary b. important c. optional d. obligatory4. The number of subjects students in middle school take is ____than that students in primary school take.a. great b. fewer c. less d. more5. 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 site3. 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.

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c. the original idea. d. Congress

PRACTICE ON PREPOSITIONSAdjectives/Participles Fill in the blanks in the sentences below with the correct prepositions.

1. I was disappointed ____________ the grade I received on my last essay.2. The Medical Center is close ____________ campus.3. Since she graduated, Anne has not been dependent ____________ her parents for financial support.4. 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 isn’t 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. I’m 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 world’s fur seals can be divided _________ two distinct but closely related families.24. This apartment would be too crowed for two people, but it’s 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 wasn’t 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 you’re 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 Fill in the blanks in the sentences below with the correct prepositions

1. 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.3. Professor Lyle noticed a distinct improvement _________ the quality __________ her students’ work.4. It is believed that sunspots have an influence _________ Earth’s weather patterns.5. Have you had much experience ___________ computers?6. 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.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.

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14. Economists don’t agree on the effect government spending has _____________ the economy.15. Margaret Knight designed some of the components _________ the rotary engine.

Verbs + Prepositions Fill in the blanks in the sentences below with the correct prepositions

1. Cytology is the branch of biology that deals ____________ the structure form, and life of cells.2. Maybe you should begin your speech _____________ some jokes.3. Let’s concentrate ___________ solving this problem before we discuss the others.4. People want friends they can rely ____________.5. Most essays consist _____________ an introduction, a body, and a conclusion.6. Many types of animals react _________ a solar eclipse as they do __________ the coming of night.7. If you are engaged _________ any extracurricular activities, you should mention that fact on your

resume.8. Iron combines ___________ oxygen to form rust.9. Do you agree ______________ Paula?10. The accident resulted ____________ several minor injuries.11. Storms on the Sun can interfere ____________ radio broadcasts on the Earth.12. By the late 1940s, television had begun to seriously complete ________ radio for audience and

advertisers.13. James didn’t have any trouble adjusting ______ the climate in Atlanta because he’d grown up in the

South.14. William insists ____________ getting up early, even on weekends.15. What does this symbol refer ___________?16. Occupational physicians search ____________ the causes of injury and sickness at workplace.17. Many companies participated ___________ the trade fair.18. How do you account ____________ his discrepancy?19. Do you believe ____________ any superstitions?20. 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. Nicole’s 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 lake’s lowest outlet so that it can be released as needed.8. Due ___________ a computer error $100.000 was transferred into Judy’s checking account.9. Regardless ___________ the final score, I’m 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. John F. Kennedy was the first President of the United States to be born _______ the twentieth century.

2. Most fruit trees bloom _____________ March or April.3. Gettysburg, the greatest battle ever fourth ________ North America, took place _______ July 1863.4. I like to shower ___________ the morning, but my roommate likes to shower ____________ night.5. The President lives ___________ the White House, which is located ____________ 1600 Pennsylvania

Avenue _____________ Washington D.C.