1.We won't go out unless it ... snowing *
stops
will stop
will have stopped
would stop
2. If I were rich, I ... those in need *
will help
can help
would help
would have helped
3. She couldn't see the ... in learning a language she would never use *
reason
point
matter
goal
4. Accomodation is the biggest ... when living in a big city *
expense
charge
amount
cost
5. The politician ... to make a statement after a trial *
refused
denied
turned
rejected
6. Please, do not ... me with questions while I'm reading *
bother
concern
restrict
trouble
7. I don't think your new blue scarf will ... with your brown jacket *
suit
match
fit
go
8. As we were walking in the park, we got hit by a sudden ... of rain *
drizzle
downpour
flood
hail
9. Kirsten works in an ... shop *
aged
ancient
archaic
antique
10. The flat has a fantastic ... of the Thames *
look
view
sight
scenery
11. Ahmed is a(n) ... correspondent for the New York Times *
remote
alien
foreign
external
12. I think they offered a ... price but he wasn't happy with it *
right
fair
just
proper
13. Vanessa works very hard; she's a ... example to us all *
shining
bright
flaming
blazing
14. The burglar stole the ... belongings they kept locked in a safe *
worthy
worthless
valueless
valuable
15. Patrick has always had a positive ... to life *
attitude
behaviour
16. I just got a mosquito ... *
sting
bite
17. I have asked George to ... me some money *
borrow
lend
Explanation: In this sentence, the verb "to stop" is used in the present tense. The word "unless" indicates that the condition for not going out is that it stops snowing. Therefore, the correct answer is "stops".
Solution: Recognize the structure of the sentence and identify the verb tense.
2. If I were rich, I would help those in need.
Explanation: This sentence is in the second conditional form. In the second conditional, we use the past simple tense ("were" instead of "was") in the if-clause, and the modal verb "would" + base verb in the main clause. Therefore, the correct answer is "would help".
Solution: Understand the grammar of second conditional sentences and use the appropriate verb forms.
3. She couldn't see the point in learning a language she would never use.
Explanation: The phrase "see the point" means to understand the reason or value of something. In this sentence, the context suggests that she doesn't understand why learning a language she won't use is necessary. Therefore, the correct answer is "point".
Solution: Interpret the meaning of the phrase and choose the most suitable word based on the context.
4. Accommodation is the biggest expense when living in a big city.
Explanation: The word "expense" refers to the cost or amount of money needed to pay for something. In this sentence, the context suggests that accommodation is the costliest aspect of living in a big city. Therefore, the correct answer is "expense".
Solution: Understand the meaning of the word in context and select the most appropriate option.
5. The politician refused to make a statement after a trial.
Explanation: The word "refused" means to decline or say no to someone or something. In this sentence, the context suggests that the politician declined or said no to making a statement. Therefore, the correct answer is "refused".
Solution: Understand the meaning of the word in context and select the most appropriate option.
6. Please, do not bother me with questions while I'm reading.
Explanation: The word "bother" means to annoy or disturb someone. In this sentence, the context suggests that the speaker doesn't want to be disturbed by questions while reading. Therefore, the correct answer is "bother".
Solution: Understand the meaning of the word in context and select the most appropriate option.
7. I don't think your new blue scarf will match with your brown jacket.
Explanation: The word "match" means to go well together or be suitable for each other. In this sentence, the context suggests that the new blue scarf will not go well or be suitable with the brown jacket. Therefore, the correct answer is "match".
Solution: Understand the meaning of the word in context and select the most appropriate option.
8. As we were walking in the park, we got hit by a sudden downpour of rain.
Explanation: The word "downpour" means a heavy rainstorm. In this sentence, the context suggests that the speaker and others were caught in a sudden heavy rainstorm while walking in the park. Therefore, the correct answer is "downpour".
Solution: Understand the meaning of the word in context and select the most appropriate option.
9. Kirsten works in an antique shop.
Explanation: The word "antique" refers to something that is old or of historical value. In this sentence, the context suggests that Kirsten works in a shop that sells old or historical items. Therefore, the correct answer is "antique".
Solution: Understand the meaning of the word in context and select the most appropriate option.
10. The flat has a fantastic view of the Thames.
Explanation: The word "view" means what can be seen from a particular place or position. In this sentence, the context suggests that the flat has a wonderful sight of the Thames. Therefore, the correct answer is "view".
Solution: Understand the meaning of the word in context and select the most appropriate option.
11. Ahmed is a foreign correspondent for the New York Times.
Explanation: The word "foreign" means belonging to or coming from a different country or culture. In this sentence, the context suggests that Ahmed is a correspondent who reports on international news for the New York Times. Therefore, the correct answer is "foreign".
Solution: Understand the meaning of the word in context and select the most appropriate option.
12. I think they offered a fair price but he wasn't happy with it.
Explanation: The word "fair" means reasonable and just. In this sentence, the context suggests that the speaker believes the price offered was reasonable, but the other person was not satisfied with it. Therefore, the correct answer is "fair".
Solution: Understand the meaning of the word in context and select the most appropriate option.
13. Vanessa works very hard; she's a shining example to us all.
Explanation: The word "shining" means outstanding or impressive. In this sentence, the context suggests that Vanessa's hard work serves as an impressive or outstanding example for everyone. Therefore, the correct answer is "shining".
Solution: Understand the meaning of the word in context and select the most appropriate option.
14. The burglar stole the valuable belongings they kept locked in a safe.
Explanation: The word "valuable" means having a high financial or sentimental worth. In this sentence, the context suggests that the belongings stolen were of significant financial or sentimental value. Therefore, the correct answer is "valuable".
Solution: Understand the meaning of the word in context and select the most appropriate option.
15. Patrick has always had a positive attitude to life.
Explanation: The word "attitude" refers to a person's way of thinking or feeling about something. In this sentence, the context suggests that Patrick has always had a positive outlook or approach to life. Therefore, the correct answer is "attitude".
Solution: Understand the meaning of the word in context and select the most appropriate option.
16. I just got a mosquito bite.
Explanation: The word "bite" refers to the action of an insect or animal piercing the skin and causing discomfort or injury. In this sentence, the context suggests that the speaker was bitten by a mosquito. Therefore, the correct answer is "bite".
Solution: Understand the meaning of the word in context and select the most appropriate option.
17. I have asked George to lend me some money.
Explanation: The word "lend" means to give something to someone with the expectation of getting it back. In this sentence, the context suggests that the speaker requested George to give them some money temporarily. Therefore, the correct answer is "lend".
Solution: Understand the meaning of the word in context and select the most appropriate option.