Test One.doc

Test One I Multiple choice :( 30%) Section 1: Choose the word or phrase that is closest in meaning to the underlined part (20%). 1. His constant preoccupations with his health can’t be normal. perplexity confusion obsession puzzle 2. The recent archeological discovery attested the scientists’ speculation. appealed sued confirmed d. protested 3. Tony became disdainful of his friends when he succeeded in the attempt. a. scornful b. proud c. thankful d. grateful 4. There is a divergence of opinions among the committee members on the issue of promotion. a. similarity b. agreement c. differentiation d. resemblance 5. The wild and rampant spread of AIDS forced a vigorous war against the disease. powerful lengthy prolonged pretentious 6. His head is teeming with bright ideas. abounds in perishes in extinguishes with disposes of 7. Police followed the would-be thieves and caught them red-handed. likely enraged attempted timid 8. Large amount of electricity is needed to operate air conditioners in sweltering summer. a. cool b. hot c. chilly d. mild 9. Shakespeare was one of the most prolific writers in England. a. creative b. inventive c. ingenious d. productive 10. They spent a lot of time feuding with their neighbors. chattering quarrelling trading d. negotiating 11. Mr. Johnson is to preside over this Asian-European ministerial meeting. declare prepare host d. supervise 12. They perceived the danger ahead and terminated the operation. realized ignored overlooked anticipated 13. The remarks by leaders of the Taiwan authority met with scathing criticism from all sides static bitter dynamic gentle 14. There were incessant demands for the resignation of the Georgian president from the office for his inefficient running of state affairs. occasional temporary continuous intermittent 15. The rule is only applicable to nationals of the country, as distinct from foreign visitors. prominent distinguished distinguishable different 16. This book gives