1 . Directions: Write out the words according to the relevant definitions.
1. d__________ variety
2. r__________ interview and choose people to join a group
3. d__________ causing strong dislike; offensive; making one sick
4. r__________ make an older building look like new
5. f__________ services, including the rooms, etc, provided by an organization
6. p__________ directed at dealing with something or producing a successful result
7. r__________ something, especially a book, equipment, etc. that provides information
8. P__________ happening or existing before the event or object that you are talking about
9. e__________ one part of a story that is broadcast on television or radio in several parts
10. e__________ to give something to somebody and at the same time receive the same type of thing from them

2 . Directions: Write out the words according to the relevant definitions. The first letter is given to you.
1. i ________ to make the meaning of something clearer by using examples, pictures, etc.
2. a ________ to come near to somebody/something in distance or time
3. d ________ to damage something so badly that it no longer exists, works, etc.
4. s ________ a difficulty or problem that delays or prevents something or makes a situation worse
5. g ________ an advantage or improvement
6. i ________ (of an animal, a being, etc.) able to understand and learn things
7. d ________ showing skill at handling people sensitively
8. s ________ belief in things that are not real or possible, such as magic
9. r ________ ability not to be affected by something
10. r ________ medicine that cures an illness(n.); to fix or repair(v.)

3 . 根据句子内容，从每组的选项中选出能匹配句子中划线部分意义的选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。

A. very small B. a big success C. to finish something D. the result of an event E. to take goods to people F. to succeed in dealing with a problem G. to indicate that something will happen

1. Do you have the newspaper delivered to your home every day?
2. Scientists are waiting anxiously for the final outcome of the test.
3. The lights slowly filled the room to signal the end of the performance.
4. There seems to be a slim chance that the tree will survive such a dry weather.
5. The two companies managed to overcome their differences on the business plans.

4 . 词义搭配

A. lack of success B. quiet C. always tell the truth D. go or come into E. have power over, rule F. have something inside G. connect to a computer H. to come into sight I. that pleases or interests you J. finish school

1. failure ________
2. control ________
3. contain ________
4. attractive ________
5. appear ________
6. graduate ________
7. online ________
8. silent ________
9. enter ________
10. honest ________

5 . 根据句子内容，从每组的选项中选出能匹配句子中划线部分意义的选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。

A. to fill a space B. to suffer pain C. to get well again D. a wish to do something E. a person seen not clearly F. unforgettable or memorable G. giving someone satisfaction or pleasure

1. It will take her some time to recover from the injuries.
2. John has a strong desire to play for the school basketball team.
3. Problems at work continued to occupy his mind for some time.
4. We can see a tall figure with an expression of anxiety in the painting.
5. Learning English was the most difficult yet rewarding experience in my life.

6 . 阅读下面题目，选择画线部分的正确解释。其中有两项为多余选项。

A.to speak very quietly to sb, so that other people cannot hear what you are saying B.Wait for the right moment to do sth. C.the act of communicating with sb, especially regularly D.making you feel embarrassed. E.Common people or things F.Help someone or something that has been in a serious accident G.Something that can be done without manipulation. H.Hoping to accomplish something or get something I.Something to do on a regular basis J.Make sure you can get something done. K.To be upset or very anxious L.The antonym of the big thing.

1. I’ve been trying to contact you all day.
2. Amy made an awkward gesture with her hands.
3. His voice had sunk to a conspiratorial whisper.
4. We tried to ensure that everyone got a fair deal.
5. A major air-sea rescue is under way.
6. We’re missing out on a tremendous opportunity.
7. I can put up with minor inconveniences.
8. I class myself as an ordinary working person.
9. She set the camera on automatic.
10. Meetings are held periodically to monitor progress on the case.

7 . 根据句子内容，从选项（A、B、C、D、E、F、G、H、I、J、K和L）中选出能匹配句子中划线部分意义的选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
A. to come into one’s mind
B. to do sth next, after having done sth else first
C. one of several parts of which sth is made
D. a person who writes music, especially classical music
E. a film or a radio or television programme giving facts about sth
F. to give sb a particular impression
G. the act of allowing sb to do sth
H. interesting and unusual enough to attract attention
I. a person who stands in front of an orchestra, a group of singers etc. and directs their performance
J. a layer of bricks, concrete, etc. that forms the solid underground base of a building
K. showing happiness or satisfaction
L. an aim or principle which a group of people supports or is fighting for
1. The documentary lasts for more than two-and-a-half hours, and there is not a dullminute.
2. She said she wasn’t hungry, but then she proceeded to order a three-course meal.
3. She has been devoted to the cause of education.
4. There is a striking difference between her two daughters.
5. A complex engine has many separate components, each performing a different function.
6. It occurred to me that I could have the book sent to me.
7. His face relaxes into a contented smile.
8. He asked permission to leave the room.
9. The conductor got on the stage, took a bow, and all were silent.
10. The builders are now beginning to lay the foundations of the new school.

8 . 请匹配单词及其英文解释。

A. happening or existing now B. to make something certain to happen C. having a strong desire to know about sth. D. to say that an action is illegal or not allowed E. to say what you do not like or think is wrong about sb./sth. F. a problem, rule or situation that prevents sb from doing sth. G. a meeting in which sb. talks to a person about a problem, question, etc.

1. These days getting a degree doesn’t guarantee you a job.
2. Social barriers have made it hard for women to enter many professions.
3. The government is being widely criticised in the press for failing to limit air pollution.
4. The government introduced a law that prohibits tobacco advertising in newspapers.
5. At the current rate of decline, many rainforest animals could be extinct in less than 10 years.