Стр.84-89 ГДЗ Starlight Баранова 11 класс

Multiple Choice B Choose the correct item.

1. They decided that the maximum height of the fence should be 3 metres.
   A big; B maximum; C complete; D whole
2. The bank charged the customer a fee of £100.
   A paid; B borrowed; C charged; D rented
3. She didn’t even hear what they said.
   A even; B despite; C otherwise; D besides
4. She has been successful throughout her career.
   A by; B along; C down; D throughout
5. Italy is visited by millions of tourists every summer.
   A spectators; B onlookers; C witnesses; D tourists
6. I will see you in ten minutes.
   A from; B over; C in; D at
7. He decided to pay the annual subscription and become a member.
   A ticket; B fare; C subscription; D price
8. I bought this especially for you.
   A exactly; B really; C actually; D especially
9. We strongly oppose her views on the subject.
   A oppose; B pursue; C argue; D fight
10. Prices were reduced by 20% in the sale.
    A disposed; B declined; C lessened; D reduced
11. She went out even though it was pouring down with rain.
    A regardless; B in spite; C no matter; D even though
12. They met to discuss a wide range of issues.
    A wide; B plentiful; C lasting; D great
13. Stella looked very trendy in her new hat and coat.
    A new; B current; C present; D trendy
14. He knew a visit to his grandparents was overdue but he still didn’t go and see them.
    A late; B behind; C delayed; D overdue
15. Don’t forget to fill out the application form before sending it.
    A take on; B fill out; C give out; D pass by
16. He realised it was partly his fault.
    A partly; B roughly; C approximately; D loosely
17. Bruce is the main character in the film.
    A major; B greater; C main; D higher
18. She always contributes to the discussions by giving her opinion.
    A gives; B demands; C produces; D contributes
19. Huge crowds gathered to see the parade.
    A crowds; B fans; C observers; D watchers
20. To Bob’s great delight, his new book became a best-seller.
    A deserve; B happiness; C delight; D pleasure
21. Her performance impressed the audience.
    A practice; B performance; C action; D procedure
22. We now have an opportunity to go to England.
    A attempt; B possibility; C opportunity; D time
23. This job requires many skills.
    A asks; B requires; C expects; D requests
24. Mrs Smith is in regular communication with her daughter by telephone.
    A talk; B discussion; C conversation; D communication
25. Even though blue suits her, she never wears it.
    A joins; B agrees; C suits; D fits
26. It is usual to tip waiters in North America.
    A usual; B ordinary; C regular; D characteristic
27. The secretary told me to hold before she connected me to the manager.
    A keep; B call; C hold; D wait
28. She always makes a lasting impression on people.
    A lasting; B constant; C fixed; D eternal
29. Make sure you are punctual in paying the credit card bills.
    A distinct; B precise; C exact; D punctual
30. His manner was friendly and confident at the same time.
    A state; B manner; C form; D mood
31. The shop owner ran after the customer because he had forgotten to take his change.
    A took; B ran; C walked; D jogged
32. We all went to the game to support our local basketball team.
    A assist; B support; C aid; D provide
33. He found his book under a pile of clothes.
    A piece; B pile; C group; D tip
34. He agreed to take on the job provided accommodation was included.
    A get off; B take on; C make out; D set about
35. He was asked to demonstrate the new equipment to the students.
    A demonstrate; B execute; C conduct; D carry out
36. Catherine always wanted to visit her native country.
    A original; B native; C birth; D local
37. His new poetry collection will be appearing in the winter.
    A showing; B presenting; C appearing; D exhibiting
38. Could you please knock on the door before coming in?
    A smack; B hit; C ring; D knock
39. You won’t come to any harm if you take the necessary precautions.
    A harm; B burn; C damage; D crash
40. They decided to extend the deadline to next week.
    A proceed; B travel; C extend; D continue
41. The four-day event will be held in the town hall.
    A situation; B incident; C event; D year
42. It takes a lot of practice to develop any skill.
    A rehearsal; B practice; C performance; D show
43. I think I will enlarge this photograph. I really like it!
    A enlarge; B settle; C increase; D form
44. She managed to pull her sister out of the water.
    A bring; B hold; C grasp; D pull
45. John was so devoted to his job that he often worked all through the night.
    A willing; B devoted; C promising; D eager
46. Her primary objective was to win the game.
    A objective; B means; C cause; D end
47. The check-in area is located between Terminals 1 and 2.
    A place; B area; C territory; D region
48. She had to fulfil her promise at all costs.
    A win; B reach; C fulfil; D acquire
49. Fortunately, none of the soldiers was badly wounded in the battle.
    A wounded; B ruined; C damaged; D harmed
50. The dolphin is known to be a very friendly mammal.
    A noted; B felt; C known; D regarded
51. Frieda was desperate to escape the drudgery of her everyday life.
    A tasks; B drudgery; C shifts; D labour
52. She bought a yellow bag to match her shoes.
    A fit; B wear; C suit; D match
53. For ten minutes the student stared in disbelief at the exam paper in front of him.
    A peered; B peeped; C stared; D viewed
54. Be certain to chew your food well before swallowing it.
    A munch; B crunch; C suck; D chew
55. He was so surprised that he was not able to immediately answer the question.
    A once; B immediately; C right; D straight
56. If your baby shows any sign of sickness, you should call the doctor immediately.
    A disease; B sickness; C complaint; D disorder
57. When I look back on my life, I realise how many mistakes I’ve made.
    A up to; B round; C back on; D down on
58. “I’m afraid I have to turn down your kind offer of dinner on Saturday,” Jan told Chris.
    A miss; B turn down; C deny; D object
59. The tribe lives in a remote mountain region in South America.
    A region; B place; C territory; D site
60. If any problems arise you must call us immediately.
    A raise; B uplift; C rise; D arise
61. The staff were told that they would have to adapt very quickly to the changes being made.
    A adopt; B adhere; C acquire; D adapt
62. Find out about the cost of the course before you enrol in it.
    A account; B fee; C fund; D cost
63. In the event of an emergency push the button.
    A emergency; B trouble; C crisis; D urgency
64. There was a lack of evidence so the judge let him go free.
    A failure; B loss; C miss; D lack
65. It’s become more and more difficult to run a profitable business these days.
    A well-off; B profitable; C affluent; D rich
66. I’m in the mood for a cup of tea. What about you?
    A disposition; B mood; C mind; D temperature
67. If the bridge had been built properly it wouldn’t have fallen down.
    A regularly; B consistently; C steadily; D properly
68. Success depends on setting your own goals and following them.
    A destinations; B designs; C goals; D prizes
69. The criminals were caught as they tried to cross the border into another country.
    A border; B boundary; C limit; D threshold
70. The audience stood up to cheer the children at the end of the school play.
    A viewers; B followers; C audience; D congregation
71. Just as the tennis players walked onto the court it started to rain.
    A pitch; B ring; C course; D court
72. Steve had to learn to defend himself against the bullies in his class.
    A support; B cover; C defend; D preserve
73. Laura was an extremely sensible girl and never panicked even in times of trouble.
    A insensible; B senseless; C sensible; D sensitive
74. This particular make of computer has succeeded in outselling all the others on the market.
    A outselling; B outliving; C outgrowing; D outsmarting
75. The boys were arrested for spraying paint on the statue.
    A spraying; B showering; C sprawling; D drizzling
76. Julie Peters was the first woman to make a solo voyage across the Pacific Ocean in a dingy.
    A lonely; B alone; C solo; D lonesome
77. She recognised the man as an old acquaintance of her father’s.
    A mate; B partner; C acquaintance; D compatriot
78. The most valuable diamonds have always been cut and polished by skilled craftsmen.
    A trained; B skilled; C qualified; D educated
79. All personal belongings must be locked in the safe.
    A personal; B particular; C private; D own
80. “The documents have been mislaid but are definitely somewhere in the office,” said the secretary.
    A misused; B mislaid; C lost; D missed
81. She was considered a warm and loving mother.
    A close; B near; C friendly; D warm
82. The demonstrators distributed leaflets to passers-by.
    A distributed; B allocated; C divided; D shared
83. What a lovely jumper. Did you knit it yourself?
    A stitch; B sew; C knit; D sow
84. In everyone’s life there are some special moments.
    A super; B specific; C special; D particular
85. The shop will give you a ten per cent discount if you buy over £100 of goods.
    A cut; B discount; C deduction; D reduction
86. Police are investigating the theft of a priceless painting from the museum yesterday.
    A invaluable; B priceless; C worthless; D valueless
87. Sue is actually quite a nice person once you get to know her.
    A sincerely; B positively; C genuinely; D actually
88. In the event of fire, everyone should make their way to the emergency exits.
    A instance; B time; C event; D moment
89. Brian was in considerable pain and asked the doctor for another painkiller.
    A deep; B considerable; C significant; D important
90. An important function of the liver is to break down food and convert it into energy.
    A activity; B function; C work; D occupation
91. There are several ways to save money; one way is to buy from local markets.
    A several; B lots; C all; D every
92. My chances of becoming rich and famous are very small indeed.
    A ways; B reasons; C chances; D opportunities
93. My parents didn’t let me go on the school trip.
    A agree; B arrange; C allow; D let
94. I was greatly impressed by the work you did yesterday.
    A absolutely; B increasingly; C entirely; D greatly
95. The school has a strict attendance policy.
    A cruel; B strict; C harsh; D mean
96. I suffer from hay fever in the summer months.
    A suffer; B harm; C injure; D hurt
97. Ready meals often have many artificial ingredients added to them.
    A counterfeit; B imitation; C artificial; D false
98. I would rather visit Paris than Rome.
    A better; B greater; C rather; D more
99. Temperatures are above normal for this time of year.
    A standard; B regular; C normal; D typical
100. Although he was nervous, he tried to appear calm.
     A pick; B point; C show; D appear
101. A trip to Disneyland is an unique experience, one not to be missed.
     A single; B unique; C one; D only
102. After many years of study, Tom finally succeeded in qualifying as a doctor.
     A succeeded; B managed; C gained; D achieved
103. Many goods are made in countries where there is cheap labour.
     A task; B duty; C effort; D labour
104. My friend Dan has a rather twisted sense of humour.
     A twisted; B winding; C rolling; D turning
105. I only had time to glance at the document. I’ll read it properly later.
     A glimpse; B glance; C look; D see
106. At New Year there is usually an impressive firework display.
     A display; B view; C sight; D spectacle
107. Apart from working in the cafe, John also works at home as a writer.
     A As well; B Besides; C In addition to; D Apart
108. In many parts of the world there is a total ban on smoking in public places.
     A big; B total; C maximum; D high
109. The house is let in the summer months, providing an additional income for the Smiths.
     A allowed; B paid; C let; D borrowed
110. Despite having good qualifications, Jo is finding it hard to get a job.
     A Although; B Otherwise; C Nonetheless; D Despite
111. Famous people often receive mail from their fans.
     A spectators; B onlookers; C fans; D sightseers
112. On some buses you need to pay the driver the exact fare.
     A ticket; B fee; C fare; D receipt
113. Donna is not particularly keen on seafood.
     A particularly; B specifically; C precisely; D distinctly
114. It was unfair of the local people to label him as a troublemaker. He is really a lovely boy.
     A criticise; B accuse; C blame; D label
115. My friend offered to guide us around the city as he knew all the places of interest.
     A push; B lead; C guide; D urge
116. Doctors are still unclear about the long-term effects of the new drug.
     A effects; B needs; C results; D conditions
117. It was hard to convince the teacher that I had written the story myself.
     A satisfy; B convince; C agree; D please
118. At dinner parties it is better not to bring up the subjects of religion or politics.
     A bring up; B bring in; C bring about; D bring back
119. I’d rather not tell you how old I am!
     A even; B just; C quite; D rather
120. Schools nowadays try to take into account the individual needs of every student.
     A individual; B single; C own; D only
121. I told Mum I needed a new football kit.
     A set; B kit; C collection; D pack
122. Sea levels are expected to rise due to global warming.
     A raise; B rise; C bring; D lead
123. I accepted George’s invitation to Sunday lunch.
     A let; B accepted; C permitted; D allowed
124. However hard he tried, Jake couldn’t find a solution to his problem.
     A Although; B Still; C However; D Whereas
125. As stressful as holidays can be, they are said to do us good.
     A do; B make; C have; D offer
126. Today we live in a technological era where we can communicate with each other instantly.
     A season; B period; C era; D time
127. My mother always told me to follow my heart, not my head.
     A chase; B compete; C follow; D pursue
128. My interest in sport has lessened over the past few years. Nowadays I only watch the most important matches.
     A neglected; B avoided; C lessened; D shrunk
129. I can still speak German, even though I haven’t been to Germany for years.
     A even though; B no matter; C regardless of; D if
130. Ann got the job because she has considerable experience in marketing.
     A plentiful; B broad; C considerable; D great
131. My aunt took me to an art gallery to see some modern art.
     A current; B new; C present; D modern
132. It has taken us longer than we thought to renovate the house. We are a whole month behind schedule.
     A behind; B slow; C delayed; D late
133. My friends don’t live near each other. They are spread out over a wide area.
     A take up; B fill in; C go through; D spread out
134. Fruit and vegetables are relatively cheap at our local market.
     A partly; B approximately; C partially; D relatively
135. I was bitten by a dog when I was young. Ever since then I have been afraid of dogs.
     A Ever since then; B All the time; C Up until now; D From now on
136. Tim said that doing a bungee jump was like nothing else he had ever done.
     A as; B same; C like; D similar
137. Many schools lack the necessary equipment to teach science effectively.
     A lack; B miss; C lose; D omit
138. A large grandfather clock stands in our hall.
     A stands; B belongs; C rests; D lies
139. It took two weeks for the Embassy to grant Ian a visa.
     A grant; B allow; C admit; D afford
140. Kim is gaining valuable work experience at Smith & Green.
     A grasping; B catching; C gaining; D taking
141. Being a confident swimmer, Wayne decided to become a lifeguard.
     A reliable; B confident; C definite; D sure
142. When we visit ancient monuments, we mustn’t touch them.
     A ancient; B antique; C old; D former
143. Mary had her dress altered at the dressmaker’s.
     A changed; B turned; C developed; D altered
144. I ran as fast as I could. However, I didn’t win the race.
     A However; B Despite; C Considering; D Whereas
145. With a combined effort the work got done quickly.
     A associated; B relating; C combined; D attached
146. I am particularly fond of my neighbour, Mrs Jenkins.
     A delighted; B keen; C eager; D fond
147. Street performers are a common sight in the centre of the city.
     A appearance; B sight; C look; D facade
148. Kim’s parents don’t approve of her leaving school at sixteen.
     A confirm; B consent; C approve; D agree
149. The Johnsons lost every single thing they owned in the fire.
     A sole; B single; C one; D unique
150. It took a long time to find a suitable person for the job.
     A acceptable; B convenient; C comfortable; D suitable
151. We decided to sell the car purely and simply because it cost too much to repair.
     A simply; B plainly; C really; D easily
152. I was informed of the changes by email.
     A informed; B advised; C educated; D suggested
153. If the policy produces the desired effect, the politicians will be very pleased.
     A manufactures; B supplies; C results; D produces
154. I always delight in telling people that my brother is a famous actor.
     A enjoy; B prefer; C like; D delight
155. I really enjoyed last night’s performance of Sleeping Beauty.
     A action; B process; C method; D performance
156. Karen passed her driving test at the second attempt.
     A effort; B turn; C opportunity; D attempt
157. The invitation read: Lady Jane requests the company of Anna Henley at her garden party on Saturday 3rd June at 2 pm.
     A demands; B asks; C needs; D requests
158. At parties people make polite conversation with each other.
     A talk; B conversation; C debate; D speech
159. To be honest, the colour blue doesn’t really suit you at all!
     A agree; B connect; C match; D suit
160. Getting regular exercise keeps you fit and healthy.
     A regular; B usual; C normal; D natural
161. The restaurant offers set menus at very reasonable prices.
     A permanent; B fixed; C set; D constant
162. A certain Mr Adams called while you were out.
     A exact; B precise; C certain; D particular
163. Rory was nursed back to good health during his stay in hospital.
     A condition; B state; C health; D form
164. Jim doesn’t take after his father at all — he’s much taller.
     A look after; B take after; C go after; D be after
165. My mum said I could keep a pet as long as I looked after it properly.
     A keep; B support; C assist; D care