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As people frantically search for a solution _______this problem, they often try some of the popular fad diets being offered

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As people frantically search for a solution _______this problem, they often try some of the popular fad diets being offered.
Đáp án sai
A.
A. on
Đáp án sai
B.
B. of 
Đáp án đúng
C.
C. to
Đáp án sai
D.
D. with

Bước 1: Cả 4 phương án đều là từ nối.

A. thêm vào đó (từ nối bổ sung thông tin)

B. tuy nhiên (từ nối chỉ sự đối lập)

C. ví dụ như (từ nối làm rõ thông tin)

D. hoặc là (từ nối chỉ sự lựa chọn)

Bước 2: Ta cần dịch sơ qua nghĩa của những câu trước và sau chỗ trống để xác định mối liên hệ giữa chúng.

“Thứ nhất, một thành phố chủ nhà tổ chức Olympic có thể nhận được doanh thu đáng kể từ việc bán vé, chi tiêu của khách du lịch, tài trợ của công ty và bản quyền truyền hình. Cấc thành phố như Los Angeles (1984) và Seoul (1988) thực sự kiếm được lợi nhuận lớn từ Thế vận hội họ đã tổ chức._______ , việc tổ chức Thế vận hội Olympic đem lại danh tiếng cho thành phố và quốc gia đăng cai, điều này có thể giúp tăng cường thương mại và du lịch.” Ta thấy 2 câu trước đó nhắc đến lợi ích về mặt “doanh thu”, câu sau nhắc đến lợi ích về “danh tiếng” → mối quan hệ bổ sung thông tin.

→ Chọn A.
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[...] For one, an Olympic host city may receive substantial revenue from ticket sales, tourist spending, corporate sponsorship, and television rights. Cities such as Los Angeles (1984) and Seoul (1988) actually made a large profit from the Games they hosted. (0)_________, hosting the Olympic Games confers prestige on a host city and country, which can lead to increased trade and tourism.
A.
A. In addition
B.
B. However
C.
C. For example 
D.
D. Otherwise
While the reckless use of fad diets can bring some ________results, long-term results are very rare.
A.
A. initial
B.
B. Initiative 
C.
C. initiating 
D.
D. initiate
As people frantically search for a solution _______this problem, they often try some of the popular fad diets being offered.
A.
A. on
B.
B. of 
C.
C. to
D.
D. with
Read the following passage and circle one letter to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 1 to 5. Taking piano lessons and solving math puzzles on a computer significantly improve specific math skills of elementary schoolchildren, according to a new study. The results, (1)_________were published in the journal , are the latest in a series that links musical training to the Neurological Research development of higher brain functions. Researchers worked with 135 second-grade students at a school in Los Angeles after (2) _________a pilot study with 102 students. Children that were given four months of piano training as well as time playing (3) _________ newly designed computer software scored 27 percent higher on math and fraction tests than other children. Piano instruction is thought to enhance the brain’s “hard wiring” for spatial-temporal reasoning, or the ability to visualise and transform objects in space and time, says Professor Gordon Shaw, who led the study. At the same time, the computer game allows children to solve geometric and math puzzles that boost their ability to (4) _________(shapes in their mind. The findings are significant (5) _________a grasp of proportional math and fractions is a prerequisite to math at higher levels, and children who do not master these areas of math cannot understand more advanced math that is critical to high-tech fields. (Adapted from by Joyce s. Cain) “Eye on Editing 2” by Joyce s. Cain) The results, (1)_________were published in the journal , are the latest in a series that links musical training to the Neurological Research development of higher brain functions.
A.

A. which

B.

B. whose

C.

C. who

D.

D. that

Read the following passage and circle one letter to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 1 to 5. Taking piano lessons and solving math puzzles on a computer significantly improve specific math skills of elementary schoolchildren, according to a new study. The results, (1)_________were published in the journal , are the latest in a series that links musical training to the Neurological Research development of higher brain functions. Researchers worked with 135 second-grade students at a school in Los Angeles after (2) _________a pilot study with 102 students. Children that were given four months of piano training as well as time playing (3) _________ newly designed computer software scored 27 percent higher on math and fraction tests than other children. Piano instruction is thought to enhance the brain’s “hard wiring” for spatial-temporal reasoning, or the ability to visualise and transform objects in space and time, says Professor Gordon Shaw, who led the study. At the same time, the computer game allows children to solve geometric and math puzzles that boost their ability to (4) _________(shapes in their mind. The findings are significant (5) _________a grasp of proportional math and fractions is a prerequisite to math at higher levels, and children who do not master these areas of math cannot understand more advanced math that is critical to high-tech fields. (Adapted from by Joyce s. Cain) “Eye on Editing 2” by Joyce s. Cain) Researchers worked with 135 second-grade students at a school in Los Angeles after (2) _________a pilot study with 102 students.
A.

A. composing

B.

B. concerning

C.

C. conducting

D.

D. carrying

Read the following passage and circle one letter to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 1 to 5. Taking piano lessons and solving math puzzles on a computer significantly improve specific math skills of elementary schoolchildren, according to a new study. The results, (1)_________were published in the journal , are the latest in a series that links musical training to the Neurological Research development of higher brain functions. Researchers worked with 135 second-grade students at a school in Los Angeles after (2) _________a pilot study with 102 students. Children that were given four months of piano training as well as time playing (3) _________ newly designed computer software scored 27 percent higher on math and fraction tests than other children. Piano instruction is thought to enhance the brain’s “hard wiring” for spatial-temporal reasoning, or the ability to visualise and transform objects in space and time, says Professor Gordon Shaw, who led the study. At the same time, the computer game allows children to solve geometric and math puzzles that boost their ability to (4) _________(shapes in their mind. The findings are significant (5) _________a grasp of proportional math and fractions is a prerequisite to math at higher levels, and children who do not master these areas of math cannot understand more advanced math that is critical to high-tech fields. (Adapted from by Joyce s. Cain) “Eye on Editing 2” by Joyce s. Cain) Children that were given four months of piano training as well as time playing (3) _________ newly designed computer software scored 27 percent higher on math and fraction tests than other children.
A.

A. at

B.

B. for

C.

C. with

D.

D. of

Read the following passage and circle one letter to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 1 to 5. Taking piano lessons and solving math puzzles on a computer significantly improve specific math skills of elementary schoolchildren, according to a new study. The results, (1)_________were published in the journal , are the latest in a series that links musical training to the Neurological Research development of higher brain functions. Researchers worked with 135 second-grade students at a school in Los Angeles after (2) _________a pilot study with 102 students. Children that were given four months of piano training as well as time playing (3) _________ newly designed computer software scored 27 percent higher on math and fraction tests than other children. Piano instruction is thought to enhance the brain’s “hard wiring” for spatial-temporal reasoning, or the ability to visualise and transform objects in space and time, says Professor Gordon Shaw, who led the study. At the same time, the computer game allows children to solve geometric and math puzzles that boost their ability to (4) _________(shapes in their mind. The findings are significant (5) _________a grasp of proportional math and fractions is a prerequisite to math at higher levels, and children who do not master these areas of math cannot understand more advanced math that is critical to high-tech fields. (Adapted from by Joyce s. Cain) “Eye on Editing 2” by Joyce s. Cain) At the same time, the computer game allows children to solve geometric and math puzzles that boost their ability to (4) _________(shapes in their mind.
A.

A. manipulate

B.

B. accumulate

C.

C. accommodate

D.

D. stimulate

Read the following passage and circle one letter to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 1 to 5. Taking piano lessons and solving math puzzles on a computer significantly improve specific math skills of elementary schoolchildren, according to a new study. The results, (1)_________were published in the journal , are the latest in a series that links musical training to the Neurological Research development of higher brain functions. Researchers worked with 135 second-grade students at a school in Los Angeles after (2) _________a pilot study with 102 students. Children that were given four months of piano training as well as time playing (3) _________ newly designed computer software scored 27 percent higher on math and fraction tests than other children. Piano instruction is thought to enhance the brain’s “hard wiring” for spatial-temporal reasoning, or the ability to visualise and transform objects in space and time, says Professor Gordon Shaw, who led the study. At the same time, the computer game allows children to solve geometric and math puzzles that boost their ability to (4) _________(shapes in their mind. The findings are significant (5) _________a grasp of proportional math and fractions is a prerequisite to math at higher levels, and children who do not master these areas of math cannot understand more advanced math that is critical to high-tech fields. (Adapted from by Joyce s. Cain) “Eye on Editing 2” by Joyce s. Cain) The findings are significant (5) _________a grasp of proportional math and fractions is a prerequisite to math at higher levels, and children who do not master these areas of math cannot understand more advanced math that is critical to high-tech fields.
A.

A. because

B.

B. unless

C.

C. before

D.

D. although

Just like any institution, a family also needs rules. Rules are very important because they keep things in (1) _________. For a family, rules are as necessary as food and clothing. The rules are very important because they remain peace and order in the family. For example, children should respect and listen to their parents. If there are (2) ________to be made, for examples, it is not only the parents who are going to decide especially if the children are already grown up. It would be better if everybody is involved in making the decision of important matter. Rules are needed to maintain a harmonious relationship (3) _________family members. Parents are there the pillars of the family and guide children to be responsible and practice good values. Rules teach children to become more responsible and have discipline not only at home but especially outside of the home. When there are rules to follow, children will know (4) _________they should do or should not do. Rules help to avoid conflict and misunderstanding that may lead to fights and aggression especially among children. Parents should set rules for the children to follow to avoid quarrels and fights. There are times when the children fight over simple matters and this happens if the parents do or not interfere but when parents set the rule and let the children follow, there will be (5)  _________conflicts. Just like any institution, a family also needs rules. Rules are very important because they keep things in (1) _________.
A.

A. need

B.

B. time

C.

C. order

D.

D. shape

Just like any institution, a family also needs rules. Rules are very important because they keep things in (1) _________. For a family, rules are as necessary as food and clothing. The rules are very important because they remain peace and order in the family. For example, children should respect and listen to their parents. If there are (2) ________to be made, for examples, it is not only the parents who are going to decide especially if the children are already grown up. It would be better if everybody is involved in making the decision of important matter. Rules are needed to maintain a harmonious relationship (3) _________family members. Parents are there the pillars of the family and guide children to be responsible and practice good values. Rules teach children to become more responsible and have discipline not only at home but especially outside of the home. When there are rules to follow, children will know (4) _________they should do or should not do. Rules help to avoid conflict and misunderstanding that may lead to fights and aggression especially among children. Parents should set rules for the children to follow to avoid quarrels and fights. There are times when the children fight over simple matters and this happens if the parents do or not interfere but when parents set the rule and let the children follow, there will be (5)  _________conflicts. If there are (2) ________to be made, for examples, it is not only the parents who are going to decide especially if the children are already grown up.
A.

A. decisions

B.

B. problems

C.

C.changes

D.

D. calls

Just like any institution, a family also needs rules. Rules are very important because they keep things in (1) _________. For a family, rules are as necessary as food and clothing. The rules are very important because they remain peace and order in the family. For example, children should respect and listen to their parents. If there are (2) ________to be made, for examples, it is not only the parents who are going to decide especially if the children are already grown up. It would be better if everybody is involved in making the decision of important matter. Rules are needed to maintain a harmonious relationship (3) _________family members. Parents are there the pillars of the family and guide children to be responsible and practice good values. Rules teach children to become more responsible and have discipline not only at home but especially outside of the home. When there are rules to follow, children will know (4) _________they should do or should not do. Rules help to avoid conflict and misunderstanding that may lead to fights and aggression especially among children. Parents should set rules for the children to follow to avoid quarrels and fights. There are times when the children fight over simple matters and this happens if the parents do or not interfere but when parents set the rule and let the children follow, there will be (5)  _________conflicts. Rules are needed to maintain a harmonious relationship (3) _________family members.
A.

A. in

B.

B. between

C.

C. inside

D.

D. among

Just like any institution, a family also needs rules. Rules are very important because they keep things in (1) _________. For a family, rules are as necessary as food and clothing. The rules are very important because they remain peace and order in the family. For example, children should respect and listen to their parents. If there are (2) ________to be made, for examples, it is not only the parents who are going to decide especially if the children are already grown up. It would be better if everybody is involved in making the decision of important matter. Rules are needed to maintain a harmonious relationship (3) _________family members. Parents are there the pillars of the family and guide children to be responsible and practice good values. Rules teach children to become more responsible and have discipline not only at home but especially outside of the home. When there are rules to follow, children will know (4) _________they should do or should not do. Rules help to avoid conflict and misunderstanding that may lead to fights and aggression especially among children. Parents should set rules for the children to follow to avoid quarrels and fights. There are times when the children fight over simple matters and this happens if the parents do or not interfere but when parents set the rule and let the children follow, there will be (5)  _________conflicts. When there are rules to follow, children will know (4) _________they should do or should not do.
A.

A. where

B.

B. that

C.

C. how

D.

D. what

Just like any institution, a family also needs rules. Rules are very important because they keep things in (1) _________. For a family, rules are as necessary as food and clothing. The rules are very important because they remain peace and order in the family. For example, children should respect and listen to their parents. If there are (2) ________to be made, for examples, it is not only the parents who are going to decide especially if the children are already grown up. It would be better if everybody is involved in making the decision of important matter. Rules are needed to maintain a harmonious relationship (3) _________family members. Parents are there the pillars of the family and guide children to be responsible and practice good values. Rules teach children to become more responsible and have discipline not only at home but especially outside of the home. When there are rules to follow, children will know (4) _________they should do or should not do. Rules help to avoid conflict and misunderstanding that may lead to fights and aggression especially among children. Parents should set rules for the children to follow to avoid quarrels and fights. There are times when the children fight over simple matters and this happens if the parents do or not interfere but when parents set the rule and let the children follow, there will be (5)  _________conflicts. There are times when the children fight over simple matters and this happens if the parents do or not interfere but when parents set the rule and let the children follow, there will be (5) _________conflicts.
A.

A. less

B.

B. more

C.

C. little

D.

D. fewer

THE LIFE OF COUNTRY VET Don Strange, who works as a vet in northern England, leads a busy life. As well as having to treat pets which are unwell, he often visits farms where problems of (1) _________ kinds await him. He has lost (2) _________of the number of times he has been called out at midnight to give advice to a farmer with sick sheep or cows. Recently, a television company chose Don as the subject of a documentary program it was making about the life of a country vet. The program showed the difficult situations Don faces every day such as helping a cow to give birth or winning the trust of an aggressive dog (3) _________needs an injection. Not all of Don’s patients are domestic animals, (4) _________ , and in the program people saw him helping an owl which had a damaged wing. It also showed Don holding a meeting with villagers concerned about the damage a new road might do to their (5) _________environment. As well as having to treat pets which are unwell, he often visits farms where problems of (1) _________ kinds await him.
A.

A. various

B.

B. variety

C.

C. variation

D.

D. varied

THE LIFE OF COUNTRY VET Don Strange, who works as a vet in northern England, leads a busy life. As well as having to treat pets which are unwell, he often visits farms where problems of (1) _________ kinds await him. He has lost (2) _________of the number of times he has been called out at midnight to give advice to a farmer with sick sheep or cows. Recently, a television company chose Don as the subject of a documentary program it was making about the life of a country vet. The program showed the difficult situations Don faces every day such as helping a cow to give birth or winning the trust of an aggressive dog (3) _________needs an injection. Not all of Don’s patients are domestic animals, (4) _________ , and in the program people saw him helping an owl which had a damaged wing. It also showed Don holding a meeting with villagers concerned about the damage a new road might do to their (5) _________environment. The program showed the difficult situations Don faces every day such as helping a cow to give birth or winning the trust of an aggressive dog (3) _________needs an injection.
A.

A. whose

B.

B. which

C.

C. of which

D.

D. who

THE LIFE OF COUNTRY VET Don Strange, who works as a vet in northern England, leads a busy life. As well as having to treat pets which are unwell, he often visits farms where problems of (1) _________ kinds await him. He has lost (2) _________of the number of times he has been called out at midnight to give advice to a farmer with sick sheep or cows. Recently, a television company chose Don as the subject of a documentary program it was making about the life of a country vet. The program showed the difficult situations Don faces every day such as helping a cow to give birth or winning the trust of an aggressive dog (3) _________needs an injection. Not all of Don’s patients are domestic animals, (4) _________ , and in the program people saw him helping an owl which had a damaged wing. It also showed Don holding a meeting with villagers concerned about the damage a new road might do to their (5) _________environment. Not all of Don’s patients are domestic animals, (4) _________ , and in the program people saw him helping an owl which had a damaged wing.
A.

A. yet

B.

B. however

C.

C. although

D.

D. therefore 

THE LIFE OF COUNTRY VET Don Strange, who works as a vet in northern England, leads a busy life. As well as having to treat pets which are unwell, he often visits farms where problems of (1) _________ kinds await him. He has lost (2) _________of the number of times he has been called out at midnight to give advice to a farmer with sick sheep or cows. Recently, a television company chose Don as the subject of a documentary program it was making about the life of a country vet. The program showed the difficult situations Don faces every day such as helping a cow to give birth or winning the trust of an aggressive dog (3) _________needs an injection. Not all of Don’s patients are domestic animals, (4) _________ , and in the program people saw him helping an owl which had a damaged wing. It also showed Don holding a meeting with villagers concerned about the damage a new road might do to their (5) _________environment. It also showed Don holding a meeting with villagers concerned about the damage a new road might do to their (5) _________environment.
A.

A. nearby

B.

B. area

C.

C. local

D.

D. close 

Read the following passage and circle one letter to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks. * Passage 1 The groom usually traveled to the house of the bride for the ceremony, then stayed there for three days (1)________taking his new bride to his family’s home. The actual ceremony involved many small rituals, with many bows and symbolic gestures. The (2) ________were expected to control their emotions and remain somber. (3) ________Koreans have kept several aspects of the traditional ceremony, most modern ceremonies resemble Western marriage ceremonies more than (4)       ________Korean ones. However, many folk villages and museums across the country regularly perform ceremonies to (5) ________the traditions alive The groom usually traveled to the house of the bride for the ceremony, then stayed there for three days (1)________taking his new bride to his family’s home.
A.
A. ago
B.
B. before 
C.
C. then 
D.
D. soon
Read the following passage and circle one letter to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks. * Passage 1 The groom usually traveled to the house of the bride for the ceremony, then stayed there for three days (1)________taking his new bride to his family’s home. The actual ceremony involved many small rituals, with many bows and symbolic gestures. The (2) ________were expected to control their emotions and remain somber. (3) ________Koreans have kept several aspects of the traditional ceremony, most modern ceremonies resemble Western marriage ceremonies more than (4)       ________Korean ones. However, many folk villages and museums across the country regularly perform ceremonies to (5) ________the traditions alive The (2) ________were expected to control their emotions and remain somber.
A.
A. participants 
B.
B. participating 
C.
C. participation 
D.
D. participated
Read the following passage and circle one letter to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks. * Passage 1 The groom usually traveled to the house of the bride for the ceremony, then stayed there for three days (1)________taking his new bride to his family’s home. The actual ceremony involved many small rituals, with many bows and symbolic gestures. The (2) ________were expected to control their emotions and remain somber. (3) ________Koreans have kept several aspects of the traditional ceremony, most modern ceremonies resemble Western marriage ceremonies more than (4)       ________Korean ones. However, many folk villages and museums across the country regularly perform ceremonies to (5) ________the traditions alive (3) ________Koreans have kept several aspects of the traditional ceremony
A.
A. If only
B.
B. As though 
C.
C. As 
D.
D. Although
Read the following passage and circle one letter to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks. * Passage 1 The groom usually traveled to the house of the bride for the ceremony, then stayed there for three days (1)________taking his new bride to his family’s home. The actual ceremony involved many small rituals, with many bows and symbolic gestures. The (2) ________were expected to control their emotions and remain somber. (3) ________Koreans have kept several aspects of the traditional ceremony, most modern ceremonies resemble Western marriage ceremonies more than (4)       ________Korean ones. However, many folk villages and museums across the country regularly perform ceremonies to (5) ________the traditions alive most modern ceremonies resemble Western marriage ceremonies more than (4) ________Korean ones.
A.
A. traditionally 
B.
B. traditionalist 
C.
C. traditional 
D.
D. tradition
Read the following passage and circle one letter to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks. * Passage 1 The groom usually traveled to the house of the bride for the ceremony, then stayed there for three days (1)________taking his new bride to his family’s home. The actual ceremony involved many small rituals, with many bows and symbolic gestures. The (2) ________were expected to control their emotions and remain somber. (3) ________Koreans have kept several aspects of the traditional ceremony, most modern ceremonies resemble Western marriage ceremonies more than (4)       ________Korean ones. However, many folk villages and museums across the country regularly perform ceremonies to (5) ________the traditions alive However, many folk villages and museums across the country regularly perform ceremonies to (5) ________the traditions alive
A.
A. grip 
B.
B. catch
C.
C. hold 
D.
D. keep
THE JOYS AND TRIBULATIONS OF BEING A PET OWNER! During our lifetime most of us have some experience of either owning a pet or being in (1) ________contact with someone who does. Is there such a thing as “the ideal pet”? If so, what characterizes the Ideal pet? Various (2) ________influence one’s choice of pet, from your reasons for getting a pet to your lifestyle. For example, although quite a few pets are relatively cheap to buy, the cost of (3) ________can be considerable. Everything must be (4) ________into account, from food and bedding, to vaccinations and veterinary bills. You must be prepared to (5) ________time on your pet, which involves shopping for it, cleaning and feeding it. Pets can be demanding and a big responsibility. During our lifetime most of us have some experience of either owning a pet or being in (1) ________contact with someone who does
A.
A. tight
B.
B. narrow 
C.
C. near 
D.
D. close
THE JOYS AND TRIBULATIONS OF BEING A PET OWNER! During our lifetime most of us have some experience of either owning a pet or being in (1) ________contact with someone who does. Is there such a thing as “the ideal pet”? If so, what characterizes the Ideal pet? Various (2) ________influence one’s choice of pet, from your reasons for getting a pet to your lifestyle. For example, although quite a few pets are relatively cheap to buy, the cost of (3) ________can be considerable. Everything must be (4) ________into account, from food and bedding, to vaccinations and veterinary bills. You must be prepared to (5) ________time on your pet, which involves shopping for it, cleaning and feeding it. Pets can be demanding and a big responsibility. Various (2) ________influence one’s choice of pet, from your reasons for getting a pet to your lifestyle.
A.
A. factors 
B.
B. facets 
C.
C. points
D.
D. elements
THE JOYS AND TRIBULATIONS OF BEING A PET OWNER! During our lifetime most of us have some experience of either owning a pet or being in (1) ________contact with someone who does. Is there such a thing as “the ideal pet”? If so, what characterizes the Ideal pet? Various (2) ________influence one’s choice of pet, from your reasons for getting a pet to your lifestyle. For example, although quite a few pets are relatively cheap to buy, the cost of (3) ________can be considerable. Everything must be (4) ________into account, from food and bedding, to vaccinations and veterinary bills. You must be prepared to (5) ________time on your pet, which involves shopping for it, cleaning and feeding it. Pets can be demanding and a big responsibility. For example, although quite a few pets are relatively cheap to buy, the cost of (3) ________can be considerable.
A.
A. upkeep 
B.
B. raising
C.
C. upbringing 
D.
D. maintenance
THE JOYS AND TRIBULATIONS OF BEING A PET OWNER! During our lifetime most of us have some experience of either owning a pet or being in (1) ________contact with someone who does. Is there such a thing as “the ideal pet”? If so, what characterizes the Ideal pet? Various (2) ________influence one’s choice of pet, from your reasons for getting a pet to your lifestyle. For example, although quite a few pets are relatively cheap to buy, the cost of (3) ________can be considerable. Everything must be (4) ________into account, from food and bedding, to vaccinations and veterinary bills. You must be prepared to (5) ________time on your pet, which involves shopping for it, cleaning and feeding it. Pets can be demanding and a big responsibility. Everything must be (4) ________into account, from food and bedding, to vaccinations and veterinary bills.
A.
A. held
B.
B. considering 
C.
C. kept 
D.
D. taken
THE JOYS AND TRIBULATIONS OF BEING A PET OWNER! During our lifetime most of us have some experience of either owning a pet or being in (1) ________contact with someone who does. Is there such a thing as “the ideal pet”? If so, what characterizes the Ideal pet? Various (2) ________influence one’s choice of pet, from your reasons for getting a pet to your lifestyle. For example, although quite a few pets are relatively cheap to buy, the cost of (3) ________can be considerable. Everything must be (4) ________into account, from food and bedding, to vaccinations and veterinary bills. You must be prepared to (5) ________time on your pet, which involves shopping for it, cleaning and feeding it. Pets can be demanding and a big responsibility. You must be prepared to (5) ________time on your pet, which involves shopping for it, cleaning and feeding it.
A.
A. take 
B.
B. waste 
C.
C. spend 
D.
D. occupy
Researchers (1) ________the rapid increase down to changes in lifestyle, particularly the greater awareness of the importance of regular exercise and a healthy diet. This, they point out, is in (2) ________with similar trends in the height and weight of present-day adults. Interestingly, it appears that nails have a propensity to grow fastest (3) ________warmer conditions, with the quickest growth rate among young people, and men. The fastest growing nail is on the middle finger while that on the little finger is (4) ________the slowest, at only a fraction over 3 mm (5) ________month. Researchers (1) ________the rapid increase down to changes in lifestyle, particularly the greater awareness of the importance of regular exercise and a healthy diet.
A.
A. set
B.
B. say 
C.
C. put
D.
D. write
Researchers (1) ________the rapid increase down to changes in lifestyle, particularly the greater awareness of the importance of regular exercise and a healthy diet. This, they point out, is in (2) ________with similar trends in the height and weight of present-day adults. Interestingly, it appears that nails have a propensity to grow fastest (3) ________warmer conditions, with the quickest growth rate among young people, and men. The fastest growing nail is on the middle finger while that on the little finger is (4) ________the slowest, at only a fraction over 3 mm (5) ________month. This, they point out, is in (2) ________with similar trends in the height and weight of present-day adults.
A.
A. alignment 
B.
B. harmony 
C.
C. line
D.
D. compliance
Researchers (1) ________the rapid increase down to changes in lifestyle, particularly the greater awareness of the importance of regular exercise and a healthy diet. This, they point out, is in (2) ________with similar trends in the height and weight of present-day adults. Interestingly, it appears that nails have a propensity to grow fastest (3) ________warmer conditions, with the quickest growth rate among young people, and men. The fastest growing nail is on the middle finger while that on the little finger is (4) ________the slowest, at only a fraction over 3 mm (5) ________month. Interestingly, it appears that nails have a propensity to grow fastest (3) ________warmer conditions, with the quickest growth rate among young people, and men.
A.
A. in 
B.
B. at
C.
C. on 
D.
D. under