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PMR Excellence ProgrammePrepared by: NB

CLOSEST IN MEANING

Read the conversation and choose the best meaning for the phrases that are underlined.

Situation: Saljits mother is talking to her about a friend.

Mother : Do you remember Miss Baswant?

Saljit : I think she used to come to our house when I was small.Mother : Yes, we got to know (a) each other when she worked in the

hair salon that I used to go to.

Saljit : She has not visited us for years.Mother : We lost touch (b) when she went to India.

Saljit : I wonder what has become of her. (c)

Mother : Shes an actress in Bollywood now! I saw her picture in a

magazine.

1. got to knowA sawB talked to

C liked aboutD made friends with

2. lost touch

A had a quarrel

B stopped being friendsC lost each others addressD did not contact each other

3. what has become of her

A why she went away

B who knows about her

C when she will be backD what has happened to her


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Situation: Mee Chin is giving Tracy some notes.

Mee Chin : These are all the notes for this weeks lessons. I got my father to

photocopy a set for you.Tracy : Since I broke my arm, you have been helping me with the notes.

I cant thank you enough. (a)

Mee Chin : Dont be silly. Thats what friends are for. (b)

Tracy : Ill repay this favour somehow. If you ever need my help in thefuture, you know you can count on (c) me.

4. I cant thank you enough

A I wont thank you.

B Ill thank you later.

C Thank you so much.

D I dont know how to thank people.

5. Thats what friends are for.A Im a friendly person.B I want to be your friend.C We have been friends for so long.D Thats what friends are supposed to do.

6. count on

A inform

B depend on

C work with

D share with


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Read the letter below and choose the best meaning for the phrases that are underlined.

Dear Brenda,

I sent a soft toy to your house yesterday. Hope you have

received it. Its one of my favourites. So, do take care of it.I will let you in (a) on something. Dont tell anyone or Ill be

a laughing stock(b). I have 500 such soft toy animals! They have cost my

parents a lot of money. Im proud of my collection and I reallytake the trouble (c) to keep them clean. If you want one for your sister,

Betty, do let me know.

Love,

Ann

7. let you inA it is a secretB keep a secret

C tell you a secretD make it a secret

8. laughing stockA someone who is always laughing

B someone who is treated as ridiculous

C someone who likes to crack jokesD someone who is not taken seriously

9. take the troubleA put in so much effortB face such problems


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C find a better solutionD do such a stupid thing


Situation: Zara and Hema are making Mothers Day gifts.

10. at wits endA forgot

B worried about

C run out of ideasD didnt think about

11. born with a silver spoon in my mouth

A born richB born luckyC born clever

D born generous

12. cant waitA have no timeB am afraid

C am eagerD dislike


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Read the text below and choose the best meaning for the phrases that are underlined.

Jenny is on the phone with Carol. She is telling Carol to meet her at the market.

Lets meet for breakfast today. We have not got together for ages. (a)

Carol replies, Sounds great. Since I have nothing better to do, (b) I will meetyou. But why the market? You know that I cant stand (c) the smell of fish and the sight

of chickens being slaughtered.Jenny smiles and says, All right. Well meet somewhere else. How about Bern

Caf?

Thats better. See you in an hour, shouts Carol.

13. for agesA recentlyB regularlyC for a whileD for a long time

14. I have nothing better to doA I am free

B I need a breakC I am in the moodD I am not feeling well

15. cant stand

A am not interested inB do not understandC find it boring to

D cannot tolerate


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Read the dialogue below and choose the best meaning for the phrases that are underlined.

Situation: Kassim is repairing Mrs Bawanees refrigerator.

Kassim : There doesnt seem to be anything wrong; yet your fridge is notcold. I cant figure out (a) what the problem is.

Mrs Bawanee : What are you going to do now?Kassim : Ill have to take it back and check all the parts. Itll take about

two weeks.

Mrs Bawanee : I cant do without a fridge for two weeks! Im in two minds (b)

whether to have it repaired or to buy a new one.

Kassim : Why dont we loan you a fridge for the time being? (c)

Mrs Bawanee : Thats very kind of you!

16. figure outA checkB rememberC understand

D inform you

17. Im in two mindsA Im worriedB I dont mindC Im undecidedD I want your advice

18. for the time being

A fornowB forlaterC as long as you like


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D any period of time


Situation: Peggy is complaining about the lift in their apartment block to her mother.

Peggy : Mum, do you know that the lift is out of order(a) again?Mother: It was fine when I came back a few minutes ago. Well have to let the

building supervisor know so that he can see to it (b) quickly.Peggy : Ive already informed him.

Mother : Im thinking of selling this apartment and buying a house. Then we wont

have to face problems like this.Peggy : Im behind you all the way! (c) Ive had enough of walking up ten flights

of steps!

19. out of orderA damagedB very dirtyC not workingD not switched on

20. see to itA settleB replaceC improve onD give attention to

21. Im behind you all the way!A I understand you.

B You have my fullest support.C Do you mean what you said?D You had better think carefully.


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Read the speech below and choose the best meaning for the phrases that are underlined.

Good morning, students. The school Sports Day is tomorrow. I know many of you have

put your shoulders to the wheel. (a) To these students, I say thank you.

Always set high standards (b) in whatever you do. Work hard and you will reap the

benefits. (c) Those who put in minimum work will achieve little too. I hope you take note of myadvice and follow it. Be punctual on the sports field tomorrow.

22. put your shoulders to the wheel

A run fastB talked a lotC worked hard

D practised much

23. set high standardsA aim highB jump high

C from a heightD pay a high price

24. reap the benefitsA winB make profitsC achieve muchD score good grades


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Situation: Kamala is teaching Norlia how to dye a skirt.

25. looking forward toA interested in

B quite sure aboutC paying attention toD spending some time

26. Are you following me?

A Are you behind me?B Do you understand?

C Can you repeat what I said?D Are you doing what Im doing?

27. keep onA tryB stop


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C startD continue

Read the message below and choose the best meaning for the phrases that are underlined.

Dear Fiona,

I have to rush off, so I did not get to talk to you. Anyway, lets go to theice-skating rink this evening.

I promise I will not make fun of(a) you if you fall. However, if skating is

not your cup of tea, (b) we can do something else. Do call me then and let me

know what you prefer. Anything you suggest suits me fine. (c) See you!

Kenny

28. make fun ofA laugh at

B look funnyC make me laugh

D have a lot of fun

29. not your cup of teaA not niceB not a good ideaC never done thatD not interested in that

30. suits me fine

A Im feeling goodB I have no choiceC I like that

D do what you like


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Situation: Geetha is approaching Dollah about a commotion nearby.

Geetha: Hi, Dollah! Whats up? (a)

Dollah : I just got here myself. All I know is someone has passed out. (b)Geetha : Those people shouldnt be crowding around. The victim needs fresh air.

Dollah : Youre a member of the Red Crescent. Why dont you see if you can help?Geetha : Ill have to get through the crowd. Hello, everybody! Make way, (c)

please!

31. Whats up

A Who is over there?B Whats happening?C Where are you going?D Is there something up there?

32. passed outA diedB fainted

C got good resultsD met with an accident

33. Make wayA Let me pass

B Stand far awayC Do something usefulD Let us find a way to help


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Read the news report below and choose the best meaning for the phrases that are underlined.

Klang, Mon: An accident occurred at Jalan King this morning when a van crashed into a truck.

Both drivers were not injured. However, they blamed each for the crash.

The van driver, Ali, said, The truck driver was too much. (a) After the crash, he wantedto fight with me.

Chee Keong defended himself by saying, I did not blame him for the crash. What mademe lose my cool (b) was his behaviour. He shouted at me.

Ali denied doing that. He merely said that Chee Keong tried to find fault with (c) him so

that he did not have to accept the blame for the accident. Meanwhile, the police are investigatingthe cause of the accident.

34. too muchA unreasonableB dishonestC stupidD silly

35. lose my cool

A become sadB become angryC feel worriedD feel embarrassed

36. find fault withA explain toB prove to

C frightenD blame


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Situation: Esther and Iqbal are comparing their exam results.

37. flying coloursA poor gradesB good results

C average marksD very good grades

38. just round the corner

A very nearB announcedC being heldD over

39. learnt your lesson

A studied harderB paid more attention

C realised your mistakeD concentrated on your lessons


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Ivy and Aida are waiting at the taxi stand. They are getting very impatient.

Ivy groans, Weve been standing here for twenty minutes. If we dont get a taxi soon we

wont be on time. (a)Aida, the cheerful one, says, Dont worry so much. Lets keep our fingers crossed (b)

that a taxi will come by soon.However, Ivy knows better than that. She looks at the other side of the road and

comments, Do you notice that there are more taxis on the other side of the road? It should be

easier to get one there.Aida agrees, Youve got a point there. (c) Come on, lets cross the road.

40. wont be on time

A will be late

B will arrive punctually

C will still have a little time

D wont have much time left

41. keep our fingers crossedA wave

B hopeC signalD imagine

42. Youve got a point there.

A Youre pointing in the wrong direction.


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B I dont understand your point.C We can try your idea.D Youre right.


Situation: Dhillons father is not happy with his results.

Father : You failed every subject! Im lost for words. (a)

Dhillon : Im really sorry. I know you will look down on (b) me.Father : No, I wont. But I just wish you would try harder or youll

get nowhere. (c)

Dhillon : I promise I will.

43. Im lost for words.A Im so shocked.B I dont understand.C I dont know what to say.

D Im going to give you a good scolding.

44. look down onA punishB get angry withC be disappointed withD have a low opinion of

45. get nowhereA not be allowed out

B get into troubleC have problemsD not progress


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Good evening, ladies and gentlemen. What I am going to say tonight concerns all of you. As the

saying goes, Health is wealth. (a) Im sure all of you agree with me. Health means being able todo what we want, play games and lead an active life. We cannot compromise on our health. (b)

So, what do we do? Eat healthily and exercise regularly. To show you I practice what I preach,(c) I will organise a badminton game tonight. Anyone interested?

46. Health is wealthA Health sounds like wealthB The ways to be healthyC Health is very importantD Eat, exercise and be healthy

47. cannot compromise our health

A cannot overeatB cannot exercise too muchC cannot have healthy habitsD must not neglect our health

48. practice what I preachA preach to meB preach and act

C become a preacherD carry out what I say


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Situation: Zaituns father is asking her to help him plant some seeds.

49. take advantage of

A take seriouslyB make use ofC remember

D wait for

50. in the moodA fit

B freeC ready

D interested in

51. do you good

A help youB attract youC benefit you


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D remind you


Paul and his mother are in their garden. His mother is showing him how to plant papaya

seeds. Paul is amazed that papaya trees are grown by using the seeds of the fruit.His mother explains to him, Papaya trees grow very fast and well have papayas to eat in

no time. (a)

Thats great. Should I cover the seeds? asked Paul.Yes, you should. Well, were done. Today will always be close to my heart (b)because

we planted something together, son.

Paul felt the same. He added quickly, Ill get the watering can. We can then call it a

day. (c)

52. in no timeA some time in the futureB after a period of time

C immediatelyD very soon

53. close to my heartA a tiring dayB a fruitful dayC very painful for meD very important to me

54. call it a dayA stop work for todayB continue the next day


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C finish the job later todayD do some more another day

Read the conversation below and choose the best meaning for the phrases that are underlined.

Situation: Meng Yew is asking Basri about a fight he had with his friend.

Meng Yew : What happened between the both of you?

Basri : He jumped down my throat (a) when I tried to help him.Meng Yew : What did you try to do?

Basri : Hes joining a story-telling contest. He asked for my opinion but

we didnt see eye to eye (b) on how he should tell the story.

Meng Yew : So he was angry you didnt like the way he wanted to do it.Basri : Yes. He told me to mind my own business (c) and soon we

started fighting.

55. jumped down my throat

A hit meB scolded meC blamed me

D held me by the throat

56. see eye to eyeA agreeB discussC have any idea

D meet often enough

57. mind my own businessA help himB stop interfering


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C apologise to himD be careful of my manners


Situation: Mark was trying to convince Leong to go after the ostrich again. They were visiting anostrich farm and both had set their eyes on a big striking ostrich.

Mark shouted, Lets go after it, Leong!

Leong shot the idea down (a) for he knew it was an impossible task. However, Mark was

sure they could catch the bird, this time around. He really wanted to see the ostrich up close.

Leong was getting fed up. (b)

Seeing the look on Leongs face, Mark stopped insisting. Instead, he said Well think ofsomething. (c)

58. shot the idea down

A agreed with the ideaB suggested using a gun to shootC said it was a foolish idea

59. fed upA tiredB angryC boredD impatient

60. Well think of something.

A Well think of an idea.B Well have to think carefully.C Well get more people to think.


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D We must do some serious thinking.


Situation: Jefri and Adam are quarrelling.

Jefri : I wont listen to you anymore. What youre saying

doesnt make sense. (a)

Adam : Of course, it does. You always think youre right and Im wrong.

Jefri : Oh, just get off my back! (b)

Adam : Suit yourself but dont come crying to me when your world falls apart. (c)

Jefri : I wont!

61. doesnt make senseA is a lieB is not logical

C is hurting meD doesnt concern me

62. get off my backA get out of the roomB dont touch my backC dont annoy meD stop talking

63. your world falls apartA something bad happens

B you fall and hurt yourselfC your friends leave youD your heart breaks


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64. out of your mindA crazyB jokingC seriousD satisfied

65. gateway to a bright futureA have a good future

B predict a bright futureC means to do well in the futureD what kind of future

66. think before you leapA imagine what will happenB if you want, leap then


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C think first before you leapD consider carefully before you carry out the action


Situation: Siew Peng is at the library.

Siew Peng : Excuse me, Id like to apply for membership.

Librarian : Please fill in the application form.

Siew Peng : Can I submit my application straight away? (a)

Librarian : Yes, but you cant borrow any books yet.

Siew Peng : I beg your pardon? (b)

Librarian : You cant borrow books yet because your application may be

turned down. (c)

67. straight awayA laterB by mail

C immediatelyD when I am away

68. I beg your pardon?A Can I hear you?B Please speak louder.C Please repeat what you said.D Do you know what youre saying?

69. turned downA lost

B delayedC rejectedD incomplete


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Good morning, students. Today, we bid farewell (a) to Puan Aminah who is retiringtoday. She has been a pillar of strength (b) to her students. She has advised and guided us well.

We will always remember her favourite words Hard work is the key to success. (c) Thank you,

Puan Aminah. We wish you all the best in the years to come.

70. bid farewellA leave nowB bring alongC say goodbyeD wave a hand

71. pillar of strengthA source of inspirationB good friend

C relatedD a post

72. Hard work is the key to success.A Success is good for us.B We need to use a key.

C To work hard, we must have success.D To be successful, we have to work hard.


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Situation: Gopal is at the youth club.

Gopal : Id like to find out (a) more about the treasure hunt.

Secretary : You must fill in a form and pay RM10 to join.Gopal : Kamal told me its free.

Secretary : Hes a member of the club but youre not.

Gopal : Oh, I see. (b) When will the treasure hunt be held?

Secretary : We had planned it for 15 July but theres a chance (c) thedate will be changed.

73. find outA to talk

B to knowC to informD to make changes

74. Oh, I seeA Thats not fair.B I understand now.C Im not interested then.D Ill then see him about this.

75. theres a chanceA its possibleB you will be told


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C theres a requestD we have decided


Situation: Wahid is annoyed with Yahya.

Wahid : What do you mean by saying Im selfish? Ive always shared

things with you.

Yahya : Im sorry. I didnt know you would take it to heart. (a) I didntmean it. Its just that I was unhappy you wouldnt let me copy

your homework.

Wahid : You know thats not right. Let me talk some sense into (b) you.

Well both get into trouble if I let you copy my work. Besides,Ill be spoiling you, not helping you.

Yahya : I realise that. You know how I speak rubbish (c) sometimes.

76. take it to heart

A be so selfishB take it seriouslyC hear what I said

D scold me about it

77. talk some sense intoA talk quietly withB help you see reason

C discuss calmly withD express my feelings to

78. speak rubbish


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A try to be neatB talk nonsenseC say what I thinkD make a mess of my life


Good morning, fellow members. First, I must start by explaining why the Hobby Clubhas been so inactive lately. Yes, many of us have been under the weather(a) the last two months.

The flu virus has hit some of us. But now, we are much better. So, we should not take it too easy.(b) I suggest that we start making plans. We can do with (c) some interesting activities such asvisits and exhibitions. Any suggestions?

79. under the weatherA not feeling very wellB do not like this weatherC the weather is so warmD stayed in the sun too long

80. take it too easy

A take medicineB solve the problemC relax too muchD go to bed

81. can do withA needB can learn

C must practiseD know how to do


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Situation: Kim Fong and her mother are shopping.

Kim Fong : Which lipstick colour is nicer?

Mother : Let me see. I cant tell this from that. (a)

Kim Fong : This is slightly lighter and the colour is prettier.

Mother : Youre the one who is going to use it. To me, theyre

like two peas in a pod! (b)

Kim Fong : Ill settle for this one. (c)

82. tell this from thatA tell them apartB decide for you

C make up my mindD cant say I like this or that

83. like two peas in a podA very prettyB like vegetablesC just like any lipstickD exactly the same

84. settle forA considerB choose


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C wearD like


Situation: Fairuz is caught by a prefect for being late.

Prefect : Youre late again, Fairuz!

Fairuz : My alarm clock didnt ring.

Prefect : Youre just cooking up (a) an excuse.Fairuz : You prefects are only good at catching latecomers.

Perfect : Youre going too far. (b) You know you make a habit of being late.

Fairuz : Im sorry. Please dont punish me.

Prefect : I have to. You must learn to abide by (c) the rules.

85. cooking upA copyingB inventing

C giving meD believing in

86. going too farA living too far awayB being unreasonableC moving away from meD standing not close enough

87. abide byA memoriseB break


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C obeyD study


Situation: Dennis is calling Imran on the phone.

Dennis : May I speak to Imran, please?

Imran : Speaking. Youre not calling to snap at (a) me again, are you, Dennis?

Dennis : No, I want to apologise to you about today. I was in the wrong.Imran : Well, Ill let bygones be bygones, (b) since you admit your mistake.

Dennis : Thanks! The problem with me is I dont use my common sense. (c)

Imran : At least you know your weakness. Dont worry, were still friends.

88. snap atA say something loudlyB say something softly and gentlyC say something quickly in an angry way

D say something clearly and loudly

89. let bygones be bygonesA forgive and forgetB forgive but cannot forgetC remember the past

90. use my common senseA listen

B have a brainC think logicallyD do anything right


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From the options A, B, CandD, select the answer which is closest in meaning to the expression

underlined in the conversations.

Situation: Kamal and Azizah have just been made prefects.

Kamal : You look quite stern in your prefects uniform.Azizah : Dont you poke fun at me! (a)

Kamal : Thats supposed to be a compliment. You look different from your

usual timid self and that helps when you need to discipline the students.Azizah : I dont know. Theres a chance (b) nobody will listen to me.

Kamal : Youve been given the opportunity to lead and you must take up (c)

the challenge.

Azizah : I know. Ill do my best.

91. poke fun atA joke withB laugh at

C lie toD scold

92. Theres a chance

A Im sure

B HopefullyC Its unlikelyD Its possible

93. take up


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A accept

B tryC joinD fight.

From the options A, B, CandD, select the answer which is closest in meaning to the expressionunderlined in the conversations.

Situation: The hockey coach has appointed Amran as the captain of the team.

Coach : How do you feel about being made captain?

Amran : On top of the world! (a) Its a real honour.Coach : Youll be assisting me quite a bit.

Amran : I hope I can carry out (b) my responsibilities well.

Coach : I dont foresee any problems. After all, you get along with (c)

everyone in the team.

94. On top of the worldA Im a little surprised.B WonderfulC Proud!D All right, I guess.

95. carry out

A finish

B learnC makeD perform

96. get along with

A go out withB guide


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C care forD have a good relationship with

From the optionsA

,B

,C

andD

, select the answer which is closest in meaning to the expressionunderlined in the conversations.

Situation: Ee Vian is asking her teacher for advice.

Ee Vian : Dad wants me to quit school to play squash. You know, likewhat our champion squash player, Ong Beng Hee, did. On the

other hand, Mum wants me to continue studying.

Im at a loss (a) as to what to do.

Teacher : What do you really want to do?Ee Vian : Play squash! If I dont make it (b), I will go back to my studies.

Teacher : Have a heart-to-heart (c) talk with your Mum.

Ee Vian : Do you think shell listen?Teacher : You wont know till youve tried.

97. Im at a lossA I dont know

B I forgotC Help meD Advise me

98. make it

A like itB succeedC have time

D practise


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99. heart-to-heartA longB frankC careful

D interesting

From the optionsA

,B

,C

andD

, select the answer which is closest in meaning to the expressionunderlined in the conversations.

Situation: Lina is telling her mother about a taking up a part-time job.

Ee Vian : Dad wants me to quit school to play squash. You know, likewhat our champion squash player, Ong Beng Hee, did. On the

other hand, Mum wants me to continue studying.

Im at a loss (a) as to what to do.

Teacher : What do you really want to do?Ee Vian : Play squash! If I dont make it (b), I will go back to my studies.

Teacher : Have a heart-to-heart (c) talk with your Mum.

Ee Vian : Do you think shell listen?Teacher : You wont know till youve tried.

100. out of your mindA creative

B sureC crazyD stupid

101. spinning

A singing

B learning

C enjoyingD playing


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102. blow his top

A get very angry

B advise youC be unhappy

D discourage you



Situation: Mr and Mrs Vincent are in their garden.

Mrs Vincent : Im so fed up of (a) looking at that mountain of rubbish across

the road.Mr Vincent : Its really an eyesore. (b)

Mrs Vincent : All our complaints to the authorities seem tohave fallen on deaf ears. (c)

103. fed up of

A worried about

B tired ofC afraid ofD angry at

104. an eyesore

A bad for the eyes

B an ugly sightC dangerous for the eyesD likely to cause eye diseases


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105. have fallen on deaf ears

A have gone to the wrong people

B have been misunderstoodC have been ignored

D have worsened the situation


Situation: Nora and her mother are going to the market when they witness an accident.

Nora : Oh, my goodness! That van knocked down a man.

Mother : Dont look, Nora. You know you cant stand (a) the sight of blood.Nora : Lets get out of here right away. (b) I hope I wont dream about this

tonight.

Mother : Just put it behind you (c) and you will be all right.

106. cant stand

A cant bear

B worry about

C feel bad atD avoid

107. right away

A and turn right

B and go far awayC as soon as we can


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D immediately

108. put it behind you

A dont look behind youB forget about it

C close your eyesD walk behind me



Situation: Siew Peng and Devi are discussing a trip to Genting Highlands.

Siew Peng : Id like to bring along my little sister. She has not been feelingwell lately and the fresh air will do her good. (a)

Devi : All right. She wont feel out of place (b)because my niece is

coming, too. She can keep your sister company.Siew Peng : We have to buy more food since there are two extra persons

coming on the trip.

Devi : Well split the bill. (c) Lets talk about the transportation.

109. do her goodA heal herB benefit herC cool her down

D interest her

110. out of placeA left out


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B scaredC boredD unhappy

111. split the bill

A make a listB pay for themC bring our own things

D share the expenses



Situation: Kumar and Mark are at the viewing deck, at the top of the Kuala Lumpur Tower.

Kumar : I have never been so high up a building before.I cant believe the view. (a)

Mark : Ive been told one can even see the Straits of Melaka. How come

I cant spot it? (b)

Kumar : Its too misty and cloudy.

Mark : Oh, I see! (c)

112. I cant believe the viewA The view is incredible.B I dont believe the building is so high.C Theres nothing impressive about the view.D I think Im dreaming.

113. spot itA see spotsB see it


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C see spots in itD there is a spot on the window

114. Oh, I see!A I know.

B Ill try harder.C I can see it now!D I understand now.



Situation: It is drizzling and Mr and Mrs Chan are at a bus stop.

Mr Chan : The roof is leaking! Im getting all wet.

Mrs Chan : This bus stop is in a sorry state. (a)

Mr Chan : You can say that again! (b) Waiting here is not any differentthan standing in the open.

Mrs Chan : Lets run over to that building. Come on, (c) the rains getting

heavier.

115. a sorry stateA bad shapeB a poor locationC an uncompleted condition

D need of more space

116. You can say that again


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A What did you say?

B I totally agree with you!C Please speak louder.D I dont understand.

117. Come on

A Are you coming?

B Let us go

C Hurry upD Be careful



Situation: Mano and Halim are staying in a resthouse.

Mano : This place is really old. This is the first time Im staying in a wooden

building.Halim : Places like this give me the creeps. (a) They make me think of ghosts

and stuff like that.

Mano : Dont talk rubbish! (b)

Halim : I really think I can hear some weird sounds.

Mano : Your imagination is running wild. (c) Im going to bed.

118. give me the creeps

A remind me of home

B help me to relaxC make me scaredD bring back memories


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119. Dont talk rubbish!

AYoure too talkative!

B Thats not true!

C Youve got bad breath.D Stop saying foolish things!

120. Your imagination is running wild.

A Youve got an over-active mind.B Youre not thinking.C You are going crazy.

D Youre too tired.



Situation: Bee Ling is telling Pam about how she caught her flight.

Bee Ling : We nearly missed the flight! We were caught in a traffic jam butluckily we got there just in the nick of time.(a)

Pam : You must have run all the way to the aeroplane.

Bee Ling : That was exactly what we did. I had barely caught my breath

when the plane took off. (b)Pam : How long was the flight?

Bee Ling : About three hours. I was so tired I slept all the way until the

plane touched down. (c)

121. in the nick of time


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A a little early

B a little lateC just in timeD time to spare

122. took off

A moved

B started

C flewD switched on

123. touched down

A moved slowly

B stoppedC landedD switched off



Situation: Wong is buying an air ticket from a ticketing clerk.

Clerk : You must check in (a) at the MAS counter an hour before your flight.Wong : I normally check in earlier to get a good seat. I also like to

take my time (b) to walk around the duty-free shops.

Clerk : I can see that youre a seasoned traveller. (c)

Wong : Youre right.

124. check in


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A arriveB findC reportD register

125. take my time

A quickly

B slowlyC spend timeD wate some time to

126. seasoned travellerA a wise touristB a careful passengerC an experienced traveler

D a person who travels every season


Situation: Mr Lim has some good news for his wife.

Mr Lim : Youre not going to believe this! Ive been nominated for the

Best Salesman of the Year! We could win a trip for our familyto Australia.

Mrs Lim : What? Stop kidding. (a)

Mr Lim : Its true! This is really something out of the blue. (b)

Mrs Lim : Lets tell the children. Theyll be over the moon. (c)


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127. Stop kiddingA Stop being so childish.B Youre dreaming!C I dont believe it.

D Do you believe that?

128. out of the blue

A unexpectedB incredibleC wonderfulD interesting

129. over the moonA overjoyedB thankful

C satisfiedD shocked


Situation: Gopal and his father are getting ready to attend the Thaipusam celebrations.

Gopal : I want to carry a kavadi, too.

Father : Thats out of the question. (a) You must fast and prepare yourself first.Maybe you can carry one next year.

Gopal : Youre always putting it off. (b) You said the same thing last year.

Fahter : Dont forget that youve just recovered from chickenpox. Youre much

too weak now.


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Gopal : Its just too bad, (c) I guess.

130. out of the question

A not a question

B not allowedC impossible

D too late

131. putting if off

A discouraging me

B postponing itC spoiling it

D making me wait

132. too bad

A difficult

B unwiseC dangerousD unfortunate


Situation: Guat Nee and Farah are talking on the telephone.

Guat Nee : Do you have anything lined up (a) for tomorrow?

Farah : What have you got in mind? (b)

Guat Nee : You said you were interested in going to the museum. Well,


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my parents are bringing me there tomorrow. Would you like

to come along? (c)

133. lined up

Ato line up

B arranged

C meetingsD free time

134. What have you got in mind?

A I dont mind telling you.B Have you got some problems?C What ideas do you have?

D Why dont you guess?

135. come along

A come to ny house

B meet us thereC go with usD go by yourself



Situation: Dinesh is telling his father about his intended trip to the zoo.

Dinesh : Im going to the zoo with some friends tomorrow.


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Father : With your examination coming up, (a) I would rather you didnt.

Dinesh : Itll only be for half a day. Give me a break, (b) Dad.

Father : All right. I know how fascinated you are with animals.Dinesh : Thanks! Ill have a whale of a time! (c)

136. coming up

A approaching

B so long awayC taking place

D just over

137. Give me a break

A Do me a favourB Its not my faultC Give me permissionD Let me have a rest

138. a whale of a time

A fun watching a whale

B an enjoyable timeC lots of free timeD some time to relax




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Situation: Ginas father is explaining to her the procedure of applying for a driving licence.

Father : The first thing you should do is to enrol yourself in a driving school.Gina : Theres one next to the market but Ive heard it charges a very high fee.

Father : Ill find you a reputable one. I dont you to be taken for a ride. (a)

Gina : Do I get to learn how to drive immediately?Father : No, only after learning the road signs. You must pay heed to (b) that

because you will have to sit for a computerised test in addition to the

road test.Gina : Im so nervous. You know Ive got butter fingers. (c) What if I engage

the wrong gear?

139. taken for a rideA driven by somebodyB cheatedC in a hurry

D taken to far places

140. pay heed to

A spend extra money on

B work hard onC memorise allD pay full attention to

141. Ive got butter fingers

A I have soft handsB My fingers are weakC Im clumsy

D I am timid




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Situation: Mohan and Paul are visiting a printing factory.

Mohan : The noise here is deafening.Paul : What do you expect with so many printing presses running at the

same time?

Mohan : I wonder how the workers put up with it. (a)Paul : I suppose theyre used to it. Its beginning to get on my nerves. (b)

Mohan : What bothers me is the smell of ink.

Paul : I guess were both not cut out for(c) the printing line.

142. put up with it

A listen to

B forget aboutC tolerateD control

143. get on my nerves

A irritate me

B make me sick

C frighten meD disturb me

144. cut out forA qualified forB suited forC prepared froD experienced in



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Situation: Heng and Johan are drawing charts.

Heng : Youre going to great lengths (a) drawing the pie chart.

Johan : If I dont use a compass, I cant draw a perfect circle. You can dobetter than that, Heng. Your bar chart is untidy.

Heng : I cant be bothered. (b) Its just homework and not a test.

Johan : Shame on you (c) for saying that!

145. going to great lengths

A doing things the long way

B using too long linesC having a wonderful timeD putting in a lot of hard work

146. I cant be bothered

A Why are you so interested?

B What does it matter to you?

C I dont care about it.D Im not good at it.

147. Shame on youA You ought to be ashamedB Im ashamed of youC What a pityD Dont feel ashamed


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Situation: Eileen and Julia are interpreting a chart.

Eileen : It beats me (a) why boys spend so much time playing video games.

Julia : Theyve got nothing else better to do, (b) I guess.

Eileen : Girls prefer chatting with friends. I suppose that makes us more talkative.Julia : Without a doubt! (c)

148. It beats me

A I cant understand

B Im surprisedC It frightens me

D Ive never thought

149. Theyve got nothing else better to do

A Theyre useless people

B Theyre too freeC Theyre very playfulD They havent any hobbies

150. Without a doubt!A DefinitelyB Maybe.C I dont think so.

D You may be right.


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Situation: Fauzi is telling Ganesh about his job interview.

Fauzi : I created such a bad impression that Im sure I wont get the job.Ganesh : Dont feel so bad.

Fauzi : Its easy for you to say that. Unlike you, I was not

born with a silver spoon in my mouth. (a)

Ganesh : Theres still a ray of hope (b) until your application is rejected.Fauzi : I guess Ill have to stick to being a bus driver for now. Its a tough job

but beggars cant be choosers. (c)


A born to work in a restaurant

B born to have a good life

C born into a rich familyD born with a lot of luck

152. a ray of hopeA plenty of hope

B a wayC timeD a slim chance

153. beggars cant be choosers

A Im just a beggar

B I have no choice

C I wont beg

D Its better than being a beggar


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Situation: Kim is talking about a job interview with her mother.

Kim : Im so nervous, Mum. Im at my wits end (a) over what to wear.

Mother : A simple skirt and blouse will be suitable.Kim : Im not confident about my chances. They probably want somebody

experienced with good academic qualifications. I may

fall short of the mark.(b)

Mother: Just give it a try. I heard that the company pays quite well.Kim : Im not asking for the stars. (c) Ill be contented with a very low salary.

154. at my wits end

A not wittyB do not have a witty ideaC have no more ideas to play with

D so worried because I have run out of ideas

155. fall short of the markA slip and fall

B be too shortC not have enough marksD not be up to the standard

156. asking for the stars.


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A expecting any salary

B wanting to be a star

C asking for something unreasonable

D asking how much salary to ask for



Situation: Peggy and Indra have just finished watching a movie.

Peggy : Wasnt it wonderful the way the two girls remained friends

through thick and thin? (a)Indra : If only that happens more often in real life. Finding a true friend

nowadays is like looking for a needle in a haystack. (b)

Peggy : We would be a laughing stock(c) if we made the sacrifices the girls

make for each other.

Indra : Youre right. People would say were crazy. Our society is less caring

nowadays.

157. through thick and thinA all their livesB without fighting

C whether they were poor or richD in spite of all kinds of difficulties

158. like looking for a needle in a haystack

A harder than sewingB almost impossible


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C quite commonD not popular

159. laughing stock

A foolish peopleB laughing people

C funny peopleD an example for people



Situation: Gopal is being scolded by his father.

Father : Stop mixing with that group of gangsters! We dont need a

black sheep (a) in the family.

Gopal : I wont be influenced by them.Father : Before you know it, you will have picked up their bad ways!

Youre playing with fire. (b)

Gopal : You dont trust me!Father : Its they I do not trust. Theyre so cunning that youll be

led by the nose (c)before you realise what is happening.

160. black sheepA stupid personB troublesome personC person with bad luckD a person who brings disgrace

161. Youre playing with fireA Youre doing something dangerous.B Youre wasting your time.


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C Youll burn yourself.D Youre so childish!

162. led by the noseA punched in the nose

B leading the gangC following blindlyD beaten or killed



Situation: Siti is telling Niza about a letter from their old classmate.

Siti : Something terrible has happened to Yati. She says I can tell you about

it but you must keep it to yourself. (a)

Niza : I will. I give you my word. (b)

Siti : Her parents are seeking a divorce.

Niza : Oh, poor Yati! She loves her parents so much. Her world must be all

topsy-turvy (c) now.Siti : Yes. The worst thing is she has to choose the parent she wants to live

with.

163. keep it to yourself

A store it somewhereB discuss it with me onlyC not tell anyone the secretD not ask her any questions

164. I give you my wordA I promise.B I will write it down.


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C I can do it.D Ill tell you my secret.

165. topsy-turvy

A sad mood

B bad temper

C confused stateD dangerous situation



Situation: Dennis and Nor are looking at a notice about job vacancies.

Nor : Lets try this company. They have so many vacancies that Im sure

there will be something suitable for us.

Dennis : Most of the jobs are for girls but we can apply to be handymen. Thatmeans doing small repairs and odd jobs.

Nor : Forget about it then. Unlike you, Im not a Jack of all trades. (a)

Dennis : It will be simple work. Youre not chickening out, (b) are you?

Nor : Far from it. (c) If you think you can handle it, so can I!

166. a Jack of all tradesA good at trading

B a smart boyC used to doing many jobs at one timeD a person who knows a bit of everything

167. chickening out

A being fussy about something


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B complaining about the chickenC getting worried for the chickenD changing your mind because of fear

168. Far from it

A Not at all.B Maybe.C I dont know

D The place of work is too far


Situation: Haliza and Li Li are looking through an entertainment magazine.

Haliza : This is interesting. Do you remember Shirley Baker?

Li Li : She acted in many movies before she got married.Haliza : Well, she is making a comeback. (a)

Li Li : I dont like her. Shes pretty but her dressing is always so

out of date. (b)

Haliza : But shes a good actress. I think shes out of this world. (c)

169. making a comeback

A coming back here

B going back to acting

C turning her back on acting

D making a lot money

170. out of date


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A ugly

B plainC untidyD old-fashioned

171. out of this world

A strange

B famous

C wonderfulD mysterious



Situation: Dave has spilt ink on his homework.

Dave : Oh, no! Look what Ive done!

Mother: Can you soak it up with a tissue?Dave : No, its useless. I spent two hours writing the essay. All my effort

has gone down the drain. (a)

Mother: What a pity, son. When do you have to hand in (b) your homework?Dave : Tomorrow. I guess Ill have to burn the midnight oil (c) now.

172. has gone down the drainA has been wasted

B is not enoughC has gone wrongD cannot be measured


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173. hand inA doB finishC submitD correct

174. burn the midnight oilA sleep at midnight

B work lateC try harderD light the lamp



Situation: Kit is comforting Nasir who accidentally burnt his photograph album.

Kit : I know the album meant a lot to you but try not to feel so bad.Nasir : I can kick myself. (a) I forgot I had kept the album in the box of

old papers.

Kit : I dont understand why you burnt the papers instead of dumping them.

Open burning is an offence.Nasir : I didnt know that. If I had, my album wouldnt be

reduced to ashes now. (b)

Kit : I guess its just not your day. (c)

175. I can kick myselfA I hurt myself.B I blame myself.

C Im really clumsy.D Im so angry with myself.


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176. reduced to ashes

A so dirty

B misplacedC torn and damaged

D completely destroyed

177. its just not your dayA youre in a bad mood today

B youre not well todayC youll forget todayD its your unlucky day

From the options A, B, CandD, select the answer which is closest inmeaning to the expression underlined in the conversations.

Situation: Din and Amir are having an argument.

Din : How could you have lost our tickets to the football match? Youre

really good for nothing. (a)

Amir : I know its my fault. Im very sorry.Din : By hook or by crook, (b) you have to get me another ticket.

Amir : But the tickets are all sold out! Where am I going to get you another

ticket?

Din : I dont care. Thats your problem! (c)

178. good for nothingA useless

B forgetfulC unreliableD careless


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179. by hook or by crookA within a certain time

B whatever it takesC by admitting your mistake

D the way I see it

180. Thats your problem!A Thats how you make money.B Lets see how you deal with it.C Thats not my concern.D You have a problem.



Situation: Ali and Ravin are talking about their new classmate, Roy.

Ali : Roy is the thinnest boy in the whole class!

Ravin : Dont laugh at him. He is as strong as an ox! (a)

Ali : How do you know that?

Ravin : I spotted him (b) lifting that big table to put it to the side.Ali : Well, well, dont judge a book by its cover, eh? (c)

181. as strong as an ox

A very bigB toughC very strong

D very heavy


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182. I spotted himA I saw himB I saw him in a spotC I heard him

D I photographed him

183. dont judge a book by its cover

A we wont know a person just by his appearanceB we wont know a books qualityC we wont understand straightawayD we will never know



Situation: Mr Choo and Mr Lim are teachers and they are looking at a school bus.

Mr Lim : Look at that. The children are packed like sardines. (a)

Mr Choo : We should make a complaint about this. We cannot let the

driver get away with it. (b)

Mr Lim : Youre right. We should bring it up (c) at the next staff meeting.

184. packed like sardinesA like fish in the seaB like tinned food

C very neatlyD crowded tightly together

185. get away with it


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A run away like thatB drive on the roadsC escape from somethingD be lost in something

186. bring it upA mention itB think about it

C bring the bus hereD tell the driver off



Situation: Jason sees Nathan in the school hall, looking very restless.

Jason : Whats the matter with you, walking to and fro (a) like this?

Nathan: I am at a loss for words. (b) Beng is supposed to be here one hour

ago to practise for the play, but theres no sign of him.

Jason : I am sure he has a good reason for being late. Its unlike him to benot punctual. (c)

187. to and froA up and down

B morning and nightC backwards and forwardsD in and out


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188. I am at a loss for wordsA I am so angry.B You would do the same.C Ive lost my voice.D I dont know what to say.

189. Its unlike him to be not punctualA He is usually late.

B He is usually punctual.C He cannot be trusted.D You should not be like him.



Situation: Two teachers, Mr Gan and Mr Nadeson, are talking about a student.

Mr Gan : You know that lazy boy, Jack? I was asking for volunteers to

serve drinks, and quick as a wink(a) he disappeared from the

meeting!

Mr Nadeson : I heard from his mother that he is always shaking legs (b) athome. Even she finds it hard to get him to help with anything.

Mr Gan : We must try to get him to turn up (c) to help in one of the duties

after school. We cannot be excusing him all the time.

190. quick as a winkA very noisilyB very quickly

C very shockinglyD very sadly


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191. shaking legsA dancingB exercising his legs

C shaking off the dustD not doing anything

192. turn upA comeB changeC talk to usD clean up

From the options A, B, CandD, select the answer which is closest in

meaning to the expression underlined in the conversations.

Situation: Govind and Jeet are discussing where to have dinner.

Govind : Where are you going for dinner tonight? I have to look for some

food before my tuition class starts. Where can I get

a square meal (a) thats cheap?

Jeet : I know the place. I always go there when Im short of cash. (b)

There, I am assured of enough food for my big stomach!

Govind : All right, Ill come along with you. I feel I can eat like a horse (c)

today.

193. a square mealA spicy foodB cheap meal

C food on a square plateD sufficient and satisfying food


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194. Im short of cashA I have very little moneyB I have no money

C I have only coinsD I am borrowing money

195. eat like a horseA eat slowlyB eat in littleC eat a lotD eat in the field

From the options A, B, CandD, select the answer which is closest in

meaning to the expression underlined in the conversations.

Situation: Siti is telling Irene about her aunts funeral.

Irene : Hey, Im glad you are back in time for the netball match. Are you

feeling better now?

Siti : Well, it was with a heavy heart (a) that I left for my aunts funeral

and I am still feeling very sad. She was my favourite aunt.Irene : Think of it this way, you were lucky to have had such a nice aunt.

Not all of us are that lucky. Count your blessings. (b)

Siti : You are right, I will still have very good memories of her. Lets go innow. Im dying for a drink. (c)

196. with a heavy heartA with a lot of memories

B with a sickly heartC with feelings of sadnessD with great reluctance


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197. Count your blessings.A Think of all the bad memories.

B Think of all she has done for you.C Think of all the nice people.

D Think of all the good things in your life.

198. Im dying for a drinkA Im very hungry.B Im very weak.C Im very thirsty.D Im very full.

ANSWERS

CLOSEST IN MEANING


Situation: Saljits mother is talking to her about a friend.

Mother : Do you remember Miss Baswant?

Saljit : I think she used to come to our house when I was small.

Mother : Yes, we got to know (a) each other when she worked in the

hair salon that I used to go to.Saljit : She has not visited us for years.

Mother : We lost touch (b) when she went to India.

Saljit : I wonder what has become of her. (c)

Mother : Shes an actress in Bollywood now! I saw her picture in a

magazine.

1. got to know


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A sawB talked toC liked aboutD made friends with

Answer: D

2. lost touch

A had a quarrel

B stopped being friendsC lost each others addressD did not contact each other

Answer: D

3. what has become of her

A why she went away

B who knows about her

C when she will be backD what has happened to her

Answer: D


Situation: Mee Chin is giving Tracy some notes.

Mee Chin : These are all the notes for this weeks lessons. I got my father to

photocopy a set for you.

Tracy : Since I broke my arm, you have been helping me with the notes.

I cant thank you enough. (a)Mee Chin : Dont be silly. Thats what friends are for. (b)

Tracy : Ill repay this favour somehow. If you ever need my help in the

future, you know you can count on (c) me.

4. I cant thank you enough


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A I wont thank you.

B Ill thank you later.

C Thank you so much.

D I dont know how to thank people.

Answer: C

5. Thats what friends are for.A Im a friendly person.B I want to be your friend.

C We have been friends for so long.D Thats what friends are supposed to do.

Answer: D

6. count on

A inform

B depend on

C work with

D share with

Answer: B



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Dear Brenda,

I sent a soft toy to your house yesterday. Hope you havereceived it. Its one of my favourites. So, do take care of it.

I will let you in (a) on something. Dont tell anyone or Ill be

a laughing stock(b). I have 500 such soft toy animals! They have cost myparents a lot of money. Im proud of my collection and I reallytake the trouble (c) to keep them clean. If you want one for your sister,

Betty, do let me know.

Love,

Ann

7. let you inA it is a secret

B keep a secretC tell you a secretD make it a secret

Answer: C

8. laughing stockA someone who is always laughingB someone who is treated as ridiculousC someone who likes to crack jokesD someone who is not taken seriously

Answer: B

9. take the troubleA put in so much effortB face such problemsC find a better solutionD do such a stupid thing

Answer: A



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Situation: Zara and Hema are making Mothers Day gifts.

10. at wits endA forgot

B worried aboutC run out of ideasD didnt think about

Answer: C


A born richB born luckyC born clever

D born generous

Answer: A

12. cant waitA have no timeB am afraidC am eagerD dislike

Answer: C



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Jenny is on the phone with Carol. She is telling Carol to meet her at the market.

Lets meet for breakfast today. We have not got together for ages. (a)Carol replies, Sounds great. Since I have nothing better to do, (b) I will meet

you. But why the market? You know that I cant stand (c) the smell of fish and the sight

of chickens being slaughtered.Jenny smiles and says, All right. Well meet somewhere else. How about Bern

Caf?

Thats better. See you in an hour, shouts Carol.

13. for agesA recentlyB regularlyC for a whileD for a long time

Answer: D

14. I have nothing better to doA I am free

B I need a breakC I am in the moodD I am not feeling well

Answer: A

15. cant standA am not interested inB do not understandC find it boring to

D cannot tolerate

Answer: D



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Situation: Kassim is repairing Mrs Bawanees refrigerator.

Kassim : There doesnt seem to be anything wrong; yet your fridge is not

cold. I cant figure out (a) what the problem is.

Mrs Bawanee : What are you going to do now?Kassim : Ill have to take it back and check all the parts. Itll take about

two weeks.

Mrs Bawanee : I cant do without a fridge for two weeks! Im in two minds (b)

whether to have it repaired or to buy a new one.

Kassim : Why dont we loan you a fridge for the time being? (c)

Mrs Bawanee : Thats very kind of you!

16. figure outA checkB remember

C understandD inform you

Answer: C

17. Im in two mindsA Im worried

B I dont mindC Im undecidedD I want your advice

Answer: C

18. for the time being

A fornowB forlaterC as long as you like

D any period of time

Answer: A


Situation: Peggy is complaining about the lift in their apartment block to her mother.


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Peggy : Mum, do you know that the lift is out of order(a) again?

Mother: It was fine when I came back a few minutes ago. Well have to let thebuilding supervisor know so that he can see to it (b) quickly.

Peggy : Ive already informed him.

Mother : Im thinking of selling this apartment and buying a house. Then we wonthave to face problems like this.

Peggy : Im behind you all the way! (c) Ive had enough of walking up ten flights

of steps!

19. out of orderA damagedB very dirtyC not workingD not switched on

Answer: C

20. see to itA settle

B replaceC improve onD give attention to

Answer: D

21. Im behind you all the way!A I understand you.B You have my fullest support.C Do you mean what you said?

D You had better think carefully.

Answer: B


Good morning, students. The school Sports Day is tomorrow. I know many of you have

put your shoulders to the wheel. (a) To these students, I say thank you.


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Always set high standards (b) in whatever you do. Work hard and you will reap the

benefits. (c) Those who put in minimum work will achieve little too. I hope you take note of my

advice and follow it. Be punctual on the sports field tomorrow.

22. put your shoulders to the wheel

A run fastB talked a lot

C worked hardD practised much

Answer: C

23. set high standardsA aim highB jump highC from a height

D pay a high price

Answer: A

24. reap the benefitsA winB make profits

C achieve muchD score good grades

Answer: C


Situation: Kamala is teaching Norlia how to dye a skirt.


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25. looking forward to

A interested inB quite sure aboutC paying attention to

D spending some time

Answer: A

26. Are you following me?A Are you behind me?B Do you understand?C Can you repeat what I said?D Are you doing what Im doing?

Answer: B

27. keep on

A tryB stopC startD continue

Answer: D

Read the message below and choose the best meaning for the phrases that are underlined.


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Dear Fiona,

I have to rush off, so I did not get to talk to you. Anyway, lets go to the

ice-skating rink this evening.

I promise I will not make fun of(a) you if you fall. However, if skating is

not your cup of tea, (b) we can do something else. Do call me then and let meknow what you prefer. Anything you suggest suits me fine. (c) See you!

Kenny

28. make fun ofA laugh atB look funnyC make me laughD have a lot of fun

Answer: A

29. not your cup of teaA not niceB not a good idea

C never done thatD not interested in that

Answer: D

30. suits me fineA Im feeling good

B I have no choiceC I like thatD do what you like

Answer: C



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Situation: Geetha is approaching Dollah about a commotion nearby.

Geetha: Hi, Dollah! Whats up? (a)

Dollah : I just got here myself. All I know is someone has passed out. (b)

Geetha : Those people shouldnt be crowding around. The victim needs fresh air.

Dollah : Youre a member of the Red Crescent. Why dont you see if you can help?Geetha : Ill have to get through the crowd. Hello, everybody! Make way, (c)

please!

31. Whats up

A Who is over there?B Whats happening?C Where are you going?D Is there something up there?

Answer: B

32. passed outA diedB fainted

C got good resultsD met with an accident

Answer: B

33. Make wayA Let me passB Stand far awayC Do something usefulD Let us find a way to help

Answer: A

Read the news report below and choose the best meaning for the phrases that are underlined.


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Klang, Mon: An accident occurred at Jalan King this morning when a van crashed into a truck.

Both drivers were not injured. However, they blamed each for the crash.The van driver, Ali, said, The truck driver was too much. (a) After the crash, he wanted

to fight with me.

Chee Keong defended himself by saying, I did not blame him for the crash. What mademe lose my cool (b) was his behaviour. He shouted at me.

Ali denied doing that. He merely said that Chee Keong tried to find fault with (c) him so

that he did not have to accept the blame for the accident. Meanwhile, the police are investigatingthe cause of the accident.

34. too muchA unreasonableB dishonestC stupidD silly

Answer: A

35. lose my cool

A become sadB become angryC feel worried

D feel embarrassed

Answer: B

36. find fault withA explain toB prove to

C frightenD blame

Answer: D


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Situation: Esther and Iqbal are comparing their exam results.

37. flying coloursA poor gradesB good resultsC average marks

D very good grades

Answer: D

38. just round the cornerA very nearB announcedC being heldD over

Answer: A

39. learnt your lesson

A studied harderB paid more attentionC realised your mistake

D concentrated on your lessons

Answer: C



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Ivy and Aida are waiting at the taxi stand. They are getting very impatient.

Ivy groans, Weve been standing here for twenty minutes. If we dont get a taxi soon wewont be on time. (a)

Aida, the cheerful one, says, Dont worry so much. Lets keep our fingers crossed (b)

that a taxi will come by soon.However, Ivy knows better than that. She looks at the other side of the road and

comments, Do you notice that there are more taxis on the other side of the road? It should be

easier to get one there.Aida agrees, Youve got a point there. (c) Come on, lets cross the road.

40. wont be on time

A will be late

B will arrive punctually

C will still have a little time

D wont have much time left

Answer: A

41. keep our fingers crossedA wave

B hopeC signalD imagine

Answer: B

42. Youve got a point there.

A Youre pointing in the wrong direction.B I dont understand your point.C We can try your idea.

D Youre right.

Answer: D


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Situation: Dhillons father is not happy with his results.

Father : You failed every subject! Im lost for words. (a)

Dhillon : Im really sorry. I know you will look down on (b) me.Father : No, I wont. But I just wish you would try harder or youll

get nowhere. (c)

Dhillon : I promise I will.

43. Im lost for words.A Im so shocked.B I dont understand.

C I dont know what to say.D Im going to give you a good scolding.

Answer: C

44. look down onA punish

B get angry withC be disappointed withD have a low opinion of

Answer: D

45. get nowhere

A not be allowed outB get into troubleC have problems

D not progress

Answer: D


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Good evening, ladies and gentlemen. What I am going to say tonight concerns all of you. As thesaying goes, Health is wealth. (a) Im sure all of you agree with me. Health means being able to

do what we want, play games and lead an active life. We cannot compromise on our health. (b)

So, what do we do? Eat healthily and exercise regularly. To show you I practice what I preach,(c) I will organise a badminton game tonight. Anyone interested?

46. Health is wealthA Health sounds like wealthB The ways to be healthyC Health is very importantD Eat, exercise and be healthy

Answer: C

47. cannot compromise our health

A cannot overeatB cannot exercise too muchC cannot have healthy habits

D must not neglect our health

Answer: D

48. practice what I preachA preach to meB preach and act

C become a preacherD carry out what I say

Answer: D


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Situation: Zaituns father is asking her to help him plant some seeds.

49. take advantage ofA take seriously

B make use ofC rememberD wait for

Answer: B

50. in the mood

A fitB freeC readyD interested in

Answer: D

51. do you goodA help youB attract you

C benefit youD remind you

Answer: C


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Paul and his mother are in their garden. His mother is showing him how to plant papayaseeds. Paul is amazed that papaya trees are grown by using the seeds of the fruit.

His mother explains to him, Papaya trees grow very fast and well have papayas to eat in

no time. (a)Thats great. Should I cover the seeds? asked Paul.

Yes, you should. Well, were done. Today will always be close to my heart (b)because

we planted something together, son.

Paul felt the same. He added quickly, Ill get the watering can. We can then call it aday. (c)

52. in no time

A some time in the futureB after a period of timeC immediatelyD very soon

Answer: D

53. close to my heartA a tiring dayB a fruitful dayC very painful for meD very important to me

Answer: D

54. call it a dayA stop work for today

B continue the next dayC finish the job later todayD do some more another day

Answer: A


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Situation: Meng Yew is asking Basri about a fight he had with his friend.

Meng Yew : What happened between the both of you?

Basri : He jumped down my throat (a) when I tried to help him.Meng Yew : What did you try to do?

Basri : Hes joining a story-telling contest. He asked for my opinion but

we didnt see eye to eye (b) on how he should tell the story.

Meng Yew : So he was angry you didnt like the way he wanted to do it.Basri : Yes. He told me to mind my own business (c) and soon we

started fighting.

55. jumped down my throatA hit meB scolded meC blamed me

D held me by the throat

Answer: B

56. see eye to eyeA agreeB discussC have any ideaD meet often enough

Answer: A

57. mind my own business

A help himB stop interferingC apologise to himD be careful of my manners

Answer: B


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Situation: Mark was trying to convince Leong to go after the ostrich again. They were visiting anostrich farm and both had set their eyes on a big striking ostrich.

Mark shouted, Lets go after it, Leong!

Leong shot the idea down (a) for he knew it was an impossible task. However, Mark was

sure they could catch the bird, this time around. He really wanted to see the ostrich up close.

Leong was getting fed up. (b)

Seeing the look on Leongs face, Mark stopped insisting. Instead, he said Well think ofsomething. (c)

58. shot the idea downA agreed with the ideaB suggested using a gun to shootC said it was a foolish idea

Answer: C

59. fed upA tiredB angryC boredD impatient

Answer: C

60. Well think of something.A Well think of an idea.

B Well have to think carefully.C Well get more people to think.D We must do some serious thinking.

Answer: A


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Situation: Jefri and Adam are quarrelling.

Jefri : I wont listen to you anymore. What youre saying

doesnt make sense. (a)

Adam : Of course, it does. You always think youre right and Im wrong.

Jefri : Oh, just get off my back! (b)

Adam : Suit yourself but dont come crying to me when your world falls apart. (c)

Jefri : I wont!

61. doesnt make senseA is a lie

B is not logicalC is hurting meD doesnt concern me

Answer: B

62. get off my back

A get out of the roomB dont touch my backC dont annoy meD stop talking

Answer: C

63. your world falls apartA something bad happensB you fall and hurt yourself

C your friends leave youD your heart breaks

Answer: A


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64. out of your mindA crazyB jokingC seriousD satisfied

Answer: A

65. gateway to a bright future

A have a good future

B predict a bright futureC means to do well in the future

D what kind of future

Answer: C

66. think before you leapA imagine what will happenB if you want, leap then

C think first before you leapD consider carefully before you carry out the action

Answer: D


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Situation: Siew Peng is at the library.

Siew Peng : Excuse me, Id like to apply for membership.

Librarian : Please fill in the application form.Siew Peng : Can I submit my application straight away? (a)

Librarian : Yes, but you cant borrow any books yet.

Siew Peng : I beg your pardon? (b)

Librarian : You cant borrow books yet because your application may beturned down. (c)

67. straight away

A laterB by mailC immediatelyD when I am away

Answer: C

68. I beg your pardon?A Can I hear you?B Please speak louder.C Please repeat what you said.D Do you know what youre saying?

Answer: C

69. turned downA lost

B delayedC rejectedD incomplete

Answer: C


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Good morning, students. Today, we bid farewell (a) to Puan Aminah who is retiring

today. She has been a pillar of strength (b) to her students. She has advised and guided us well.We will always remember her favourite words Hard work is the key to success. (c) Thank you,

Puan Aminah. We wish you all the best in the years to come.

70. bid farewell

A leave nowB bring alongC say goodbyeD wave a hand

Answer: C

71. pillar of strengthA source of inspirationB good friend

C relatedD a post

Answer: A

72. Hard work is the key to success.A Success is good for us.B We need to use a key.C To work hard, we must have success.D To be successful, we have to work hard.

Answer: D


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Situation: Gopal is at the youth club.

Gopal : Id like to find out (a) more about the treasure hunt.Secretary : You must fill in a form and pay RM10 to join.

Gopal : Kamal told me its free.

Secretary : Hes a member of the club but youre not.

Gopal : Oh, I see. (b) When will the treasure hunt be held?Secretary : We had planned it for 15 July but theres a chance (c) the

date will be changed.

73. find outA to talkB to knowC to inform

D to make changes

Answer: B

74. Oh, I seeA Thats not fair.B I understand now.C Im not interested then.D Ill then see him about this.

Answer: B

75. theres a chance

A its possibleB you will be toldC theres a requestD we have decided

Answer: A


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Situation: Wahid is annoyed with Yahya.

Wahid : What do you mean by saying Im selfish? Ive always shared

things with you.Yahya : Im sorry. I didnt know you would take it to heart. (a) I didnt

mean it. Its just that I was unhappy you wouldnt let me copy

your homework.

Wahid : You know thats not right. Let me talk some sense into (b) you.Well both get into trouble if I let you copy my work. Besides,

Ill be spoiling you, not helping you.

Yahya : I realise that. You know how I speak rubbish (c) sometimes.

76. take it to heartA be so selfishB take it seriously

C hear what I saidD scold me about it

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