Vocabulary: Set 2

Question 1

What’s the missing word?

Harvard University is a world-famous ______ for higher learning.

Hint: Starts with “i” and means “an important organization like a school or hospital”.

Answer 1

institution

in-sti-TOO-shun | /ˌɪn.stɪˈtuː.ʃən/

The hospital is a respected institution in the community.

educational institution | financial institution | cultural institution

Question 2

What’s the missing word?

Honesty is a valuable ______ in an employee.

Hint: Starts with “a” and means “a quality or feature of someone or something”.

Answer 2

attribute

AH-trib-yoot | /əˈtrɪb.juːt/

This software has several useful attributes.

best attribute | important attribute | favorite attribute

Question 3

What’s the missing word?

Pollution has a negative ______ on the environment.

Hint: Starts with “i” and means “a strong effect or influence”.

Answer 3

impact

IM-pakt | /ˈɪmpækt/

The new policy had an immediate impact on the school.

major impact | negative impact | have an impact

Question 4

What’s the missing word?

Can you ______ how many people will come to the party?

Hint: Starts with “e” and means “to estimate or roughly calculate a number or amount”.

Answer 4

estimate

ES-tuh-mayt | /ˈɛstɪˌmeɪt/

Experts estimate the building is over 100 years old.

roughly estimate | estimate the cost | estimate the number

Question 5

What’s the missing word?

The company has a strict ______ about using phones at work.

Hint: Starts with “p” and means “an official rule or plan made by an organization or government”.

Answer 5

policy

PAH-luh-see | /ˈpɑːləsi/

They changed the travel policy last year.

strict policy | company policy | government policy

Question 6

What’s the missing word?

The dance performance showed excellent ______ between the dancers.

Hint: Starts with “c” and means “organizing people or things so they work together well”.

Answer 6

coordination

kor-din-AY-shun | /koʊˌɔːrdɪˈneɪʃən/

Team coordination helped them win the match.

good coordination | improve coordination | lack of coordination

Question 7

What’s the missing word?

Learning a new language is a long ______ that takes time and practice.

Hint: Starts with “p” and means “a series of actions or steps to reach a result”.

Answer 7

process

PRAH-sess | /ˈprɑː.ses/

They explained each step in the process clearly.

application process | learning process | step-by-step process

Question 8

What’s the missing word?

Reading is a ______ skill for success in school.

Hint: Starts with “p” and means “main or most important”.

Answer 8

primary

PRY-muh-ree | /ˈpraɪ.mɛri/

Safety is our primary concern.

primary reason | primary goal | primary source

Question 9

What’s the missing word?

You must be 18 or older to ______ alcohol.

Hint: Starts with “p” and means “to buy something”.

Answer 9

purchase

PUR-chis | /ˈpɜːrtʃəs/

You can purchase books at the store.

purchase a car | purchase online | make a purchase

Question 10

What’s the missing word?

She always has a ______ attitude, even when things are difficult.

Hint: Starts with “p” and means “good or hopeful”.

Answer 10

positive

PAH-zuh-tiv | /ˈpɑːzətɪv/

Her comments were very positive and encouraging.

positive attitude | remain positive | positive feedback

Question 11

What’s the missing word?

I really ______ your help with this project.

Hint: Starts with “a” and means “to be thankful for something or value it”.

Answer 11

appreciate

uh-PREE-shee-ayt | /əˈpriːʃieɪt/

We appreciate everything you have done for us.

really appreciate | appreciate your help | appreciate the effort

Question 12

What’s the missing word?

The lines run ______ to each other and never meet.

Hint: Starts with “p” and means “side by side and having the same direction”.

Answer 12

parallel

PAR-uh-lel | /ˈpær.ə.lel/

Their research followed a parallel path.

parallel lines | parallel approach | parallel process

Question 13

What’s the missing word?

The results ______ that most students prefer online classes.

Hint: Starts with “i” and means “to show or point out”.

Answer 13

indicate

IN-di-kayt | /ˈɪndɪˌkeɪt/

The numbers indicate a problem.

indicate a need | clearly indicate | indicate that

Question 14

What’s the missing word?

The company changed its ______ to attract more customers.

Hint: Starts with “s” and means “a plan or method to achieve a goal”.

Answer 14

strategy

STRAT-uh-jee | /ˈstrætədʒi/

We need a new strategy for marketing.

marketing strategy | learning strategy | develop a strategy

Question 15

What’s the missing word?

The team reached a ______ after hours of discussion.

Hint: Starts with “r” and means “a firm decision or solution to a problem”.

Answer 15

resolution

rez-uh-LOO-shun | /ˌrɛz.əˈluː.ʃən/

It took many weeks to come to a resolution in the disagreement.

reach a resolution | resolution to a problem | come to a resolution

Question 16

What’s the missing word?

Trust is an important ______ in a good friendship.

Hint: Starts with “e” and means “a basic or important part of something”.

Answer 16

element

EL-uh-ment | /ˈɛləmənt/

Each element of the plan was discussed.

important element | key element | basic element

Question 17

What’s the missing word?

The teacher gave a ______ summary at the end of class so we could leave on time.

Hint: Starts with “b” and means “short in time or quick to do”.

Answer 17

brief

BREEF | /briːf/

Let’s keep the meeting brief.

brief summary | brief meeting | keep it brief

Question 18

What’s the missing word?

We discussed every ______ of the problem before making a decision.

Hint: Starts with “a” and means “one part or side of something”.

Answer 18

aspect

AS-pekt | /ˈæsˌpɛkt/

The financial aspect is important to consider.

important aspect | every aspect | positive aspect

Question 19

What’s the missing word?

Clean water is a valuable ______ in many countries.

Hint: Starts with “r” and means “something useful that you can use”.

Answer 19

resource

REE-sors | /ˈriːsɔːrs/

The internet is a great resource for students.

natural resource | use a resource | learning resource

Question 20

What’s the missing word?

The river is the main ______ of water for the village.

Hint: Starts with “s” and means “where something comes from or begins”.

Answer 20

source

SORS | /sɔːrs/

The library is a source of knowledge.

main source | reliable source | source of information

Question 21

What’s the missing word?

Please ______ this ticket as proof of your purchase.

Hint: Starts with “r” and means “keeping or holding onto something”.

Answer 21

retain

ri-TAYN | /rɪˈteɪn/

They want to retain their best workers.

retain information | retain control | retain heat

Question 22

What’s the missing word?

The hospital ______ hired more nurses last year.

Hint: Starts with “a” and means “the group of people who manage or run something”.

Answer 22

administration

ad-min-IS-tray-shun | /ədˌmɪnɪˈstreɪʃən/

She works in the university administration.

school administration | government administration | hospital administration

Question 23

What’s the missing word?

Can you ______ this chart for me so I understand it better?

Hint: Starts with “i” and means “to explain the meaning of something”.

Answer 23

interpret

in-TER-prit | /ɪnˈtɜːrprɪt/

It’s difficult to interpret her silence.

interpret a text | interpret the results | help interpret

Question 24

What’s the missing word?

The competition was so ______ that everyone felt exhausted afterward.

Hint: Starts with “i” and means “very strong or extreme”.

Answer 24

intense

in-TENS | /ɪnˈtɛns/

The competition was intense.

intense pain | intense pressure | intense heat

Question 25

# What's the missing word? Accidents can \_\_\_\_\_\_ when people are not careful. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "o" and means "to happen or take place".*

Answer 25

occur | uh-KUR | /əˈkɜːr/ ## Footnote *The problem may **occur** again.* frequently **occur** | may **occur** | **occur** during

Question 26

# What's the missing word? Stress can \_\_\_\_\_\_ your ability to concentrate. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "a" and means "to have an influence on something or cause a change".*

Answer 26

affect | uh-FEKT | /əˈfɛkt/ ## Footnote *Lack of sleep can **affect** your mood.* directly **affect** | **affect** the outcome | negatively **affect**

Question 27

# What's the missing word? The weather can \_\_\_\_\_\_ a lot in this region. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "v" and means "to be different in different situations".*

Answer 27

vary | VAIR-ee | /ˈvɛri/ ## Footnote *The size of the rooms can **vary**.* **vary** depending on | **vary** in size | results **vary**

Question 28

# What's the missing word? One special \_\_\_\_\_\_ of this phone is its long battery life. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "f" and means "an important part or quality of something".*

Answer 28

feature | FEE-chur | /ˈfiːtʃər/ ## Footnote *A garden is a nice **feature** of the house.* main **feature** | special **feature** | unique **feature**

Question 29

# What's the missing word? The \_\_\_\_\_\_ of the essay should include an introduction, body, and conclusion. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "s" and means "the way something is built or organized".*

Answer 29

structure | STRUK-chur | /ˈstrʌktʃər/ ## Footnote *They studied the **structure** of the cell in biology.* modern **structure** | essay **structure** | basic **structure**

Question 30

# What's the missing word? Trust is at the \_\_\_\_\_\_ of every good relationship. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "c" and means "the most important or central part".*

Answer 30

core | KOR | /kɔːr/ ## Footnote *Honesty is at the **core** of their values.* **core** value | **core** subject | at the **core**

Question 31

# What's the missing word? The main \_\_\_\_\_\_ of a phone is to make calls. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "f" and means "the job or purpose of something".*

Answer 31

function | FUNK-shun | /ˈfʌŋkʃən/ ## Footnote *The **function** of the heart is to pump blood.* main **function** | special **function** | perform a **function**

Question 32

# What's the missing word? Scientists collect \_\_\_\_\_\_ to learn more about the world. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "d" and means "facts or information used for analysis".*

Answer 32

data | DAY-tuh | /ˈdeɪtə/ ## Footnote *We need more **data** to make a decision.* collect **data** | analyze **data** | customer **data**

Question 33

# What's the missing word? Wow, that is \_\_\_\_\_\_ the most delicious cake I’ve ever tasted. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "d" and means "without any doubt; for sure".*

Answer 33

definitely | DEF-ih-nut-ly | /ˈdɛfɪnɪtli/ ## Footnote *I'll **definitely** finish my homework tonight.* **definitely** agree | **definitely** true | **definitely** the same

Question 34

# What's the missing word? Most jobs \_\_\_\_\_\_ a college degree these days. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "r" and means "to need something or make something necessary".*

Answer 34

require | rih-KWY-er | /rɪˈkwaɪər/ ## Footnote *Most jobs **require** experience.* **require** a degree | legally **require** | **require** permission

Question 35

# What's the missing word? Traveling can change your \_\_\_\_\_\_ on life. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "p" and means "a way of thinking or looking at something".*

Answer 35

perspective | per-SPEK-tiv | /pərˈspɛktɪv/ ## Footnote *Try to understand her **perspective**.* different **perspective** | new **perspective** | gain **perspective**

Question 36

# What's the missing word? Learning a new language can help you understand \_\_\_\_\_\_ differences. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "c" and means "related to the ideas, customs, or social behavior of a group".*

Answer 36

cultural | KUL-chur-uhl | /ˈkʌltʃərəl/ ## Footnote *There are many **cultural** festivals in the city.* **cultural** differences | **cultural** event | **cultural** heritage

Question 37

# What's the missing word? This job may \_\_\_\_\_\_ some travel. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "i" and means "to include or require someone or something".*

Answer 37

involve | in-VOLV | /ɪnˈvɑːlv/ ## Footnote *This project will **involve** everyone.* **involve** someone | **involve** travel | directly **involve**

Question 38

# What's the missing word? This information is \_\_\_\_\_\_ online for free. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "a" and means "ready to be used or gotten".*

Answer 38

available | uh-VAY-luh-bul | /əˈveɪləbəl/ ## Footnote *Tickets are **available** at the door.* **available** for use | **available** online | **available** information

Question 39

# What's the missing word? Each \_\_\_\_\_\_ will include a written test and an interview. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "a" and means "a judgment or test of something".*

Answer 39

assessment | uh-SES-munt | /əˈsɛsmənt/ ## Footnote *A health **assessment** is required.* risk **assessment** | health **assessment** | make an **assessment**

Question 40

# What's the missing word? There's a \_\_\_\_\_\_ on how many people can enter the building. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "r" and means "a rule that limits something".*

Answer 40

restriction | rih-STRIK-shun | /rɪˈstrɪkʃən/ ## Footnote *The school has a **restriction** on phone use.* place a **restriction** | travel **restriction** | strict **restriction**

Question 41

# What's the missing word? The company will \_\_\_\_\_\_ a new office in London. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "e" and means "to start or create something that lasts".*

Answer 41

establish | es-TAB-lish | /ɪˈstæblɪʃ/ ## Footnote *We need to **establish** clear rules.* **establish** a company | **establish** a rule | **establish** a relationship

Question 42

# What's the missing word? Weather is a major \_\_\_\_\_\_ in travel plans. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "f" and means "something that influences a result".*

Answer 42

factor | FAK-tur | /ˈfæktər/ ## Footnote *Cost is a big **factor** in buying a house.* major **factor** | key **factor** | risk **factor**

Question 43

# What's the missing word? The Eiffel Tower is a famous \_\_\_\_\_\_ in Paris. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "s" and means "a place, building, or location".*

Answer 43

site | SYTE | /saɪt/ ## Footnote *The construction **site** is busy today.* construction **site** | historic **site** | web **site**

Question 44

# What's the missing word? Please \_\_\_\_\_\_ your card into the machine. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "i" and means "to put something into something else".*

Answer 44

insert | in-SURT | /ɪnˈsɜːrt/ ## Footnote *Please **insert** your ticket into the slot.* **insert** a card | **insert** into | **insert** text

Question 45

# What's the missing word? The company offers \_\_\_\_\_\_ to customers by phone. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "a" and means "help or support".*

Answer 45

assistance | uh-SIS-tuns | /əˈsɪstəns/ ## Footnote *She asked for **assistance** at the airport.* ask for **assistance** | need **assistance** | offer **assistance**

Question 46

# What's the missing word? This machine is very \_\_\_\_\_\_ and needs special training to use. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "c" and means "difficult to understand or made of many parts".*

Answer 46

complex | KOM-pleks | /ˈkɑːmˌplɛks/ ## Footnote *The building has a **complex** design.* **complex** problem | **complex** system | highly **complex**

Question 47

# What's the missing word? Doctors want to \_\_\_\_\_\_ the risk of infection. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "m" and means "to make something as small as possible".*

Answer 47

minimize | MIN-uh-myz | /ˈmɪnɪˌmaɪz/ ## Footnote *We need to **minimize** our expenses.* **minimize** risk | **minimize** damage | **minimize** waste

Question 48

# What's the missing word? You should be \_\_\_\_\_\_ of the dangers when hiking alone. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "a" and means "knowing or noticing something".*

Answer 48

aware | uh-WAIR | /əˈwɛr/ ## Footnote *She became **aware** of someone following her.* be **aware** of | become **aware** | fully **aware**

Question 49

# What's the missing word? How do you \_\_\_\_\_\_ a good relationship with your friends? ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "m" and means "to keep something in good condition".*

Answer 49

maintain | mayn-TAYN | /meɪnˈteɪn/ ## Footnote *The school must **maintain** safety standards.* **maintain** health | **maintain** a relationship | **maintain** control

Question 50

# What's the missing word? Can you be more \_\_\_\_\_\_ about the time and place? ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "s" and means "clearly identified or exact".*

Answer 50

specific | spi-SIF-ik | /spəˈsɪfɪk/ ## Footnote *The rules are very **specific**.* **specific** example | **specific** information | be **specific**

Question 51

# What's the missing word? The \_\_\_\_\_\_ of a teacher is to help students learn. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "r" and means "the job or part someone has in a group or activity".*

Answer 51

role | ROHL | /roʊl/ ## Footnote *His **role** is to organize the event.* important **role** | play a **role** | take on a **role**

Question 52

# What's the missing word? Each \_\_\_\_\_\_ in the group will introduce themselves. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "i" and means "a single person, not a group".*

Answer 52

individual | in-duh-VIJ-oo-uhl | /ˌɪndəˈvɪdʒuəl/ ## Footnote *Every **individual** has rights.* each **individual** | every **individual** | unique **individual**

Question 53

# What's the missing word? Thank you for your \_\_\_\_\_\_ to the team’s success. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "c" and means "something you give or do to help".*

Answer 53

contribution | kon-truh-BYOO-shun | /ˌkɑːntrɪˈbjuːʃən/ ## Footnote *He made a big **contribution** to the project.* make a **contribution** | valuable **contribution** | major **contribution**

Question 54

# What's the missing word? Fortunately, the damage to the car was \_\_\_\_\_\_ and easy to repair. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "m" and means "very small or the least possible".*

Answer 54

minimal | MIN-uh-muhl | /ˈmɪn.ɪ.məl/ ## Footnote *The cost increase was **minimal**.* **minimal** risk | **minimal** damage | **minimal** effort

Question 55

# What's the missing word? Don’t \_\_\_\_\_\_ that everyone knows the answer. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "a" and means "to think something is true without proof".*

Answer 55

assume | uh-SOOM | /əˈsuːm/ ## Footnote *We **assume** the train will be on time.* **assume** that | often **assume** | **assume** correctly

Question 56

# What's the missing word? They reached a \_\_\_\_\_\_ agreement after long negotiations. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "m" and means "shared by two or more people or groups".*

Answer 56

mutual | MYOO-choo-uhl | /ˈmjuː.tʃu.əl/ ## Footnote *The partnership is based on **mutual** benefit.* **mutual** respect | **mutual** benefit | **mutual** agreement

Question 57

# What's the missing word? The price \_\_\_\_\_\_ of these shoes is from $50 to $100. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "r" and means "the difference between the smallest and largest amount".*

Answer 57

range | RAYNJ | /reɪndʒ/ ## Footnote *There is a wide **range** of options.* wide **range** | price **range** | full **range**

Question 58

# What's the missing word? Education is an important \_\_\_\_\_\_ for your future. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "i" and means "spending money or time for future benefit".*

Answer 58

investment | in-VEST-munt | /ɪnˈvɛstmənt/ ## Footnote *He made an **investment** in stocks.* make an **investment** | good **investment** | major **investment**

Question 59

# What's the missing word? Teachers should try to be fair and not have any \_\_\_\_\_\_. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "b" and means "an unfair preference or prejudice".*

Answer 59

bias | BYE-us | /ˈbaɪ.əs/ ## Footnote *He has a strong **bias** toward his own family's business.* **bias** toward | **bias** against | **reduce bias**

Question 60

# What's the missing word? You need to \_\_\_\_\_\_ permission before entering. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "o" and means "to get something".*

Answer 60

obtain | ub-TAYN | /əbˈteɪn/ ## Footnote *He managed to **obtain** the information.* **obtain** permission | **obtain** results | **obtain** a visa

Question 61

# What's the missing word? She studied abroad for a short \_\_\_\_\_\_. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "p" and means "a length of time".*

Answer 61

period | PEER-ee-ud | /ˈpɪriəd/ ## Footnote *This is a difficult **period** in my life.* short **period** | long **period** | time **period**

Question 62

# What's the missing word? The \_\_\_\_\_\_ of the new bridge will take two years. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "c" and means "the act of building something".*

Answer 62

construction | kun-STRUK-shun | /kənˈstrʌkʃən/ ## Footnote *There are many **construction** workers here.* **construction** site | during **construction** | under **construction**

Question 63

# What's the missing word? He has a new \_\_\_\_\_\_ about how people learn. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "t" and means "an idea that explains something".*

Answer 63

theory | THEE-uh-ree | /ˈθɪəri/ ## Footnote *She has a new **theory** about learning.* scientific **theory** | test a **theory** | new **theory**

Question 64

# What's the missing word? What \_\_\_\_\_\_ did you get on your math test? ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "g" and means "score or mark you get for your work".*

Answer 64

grade | GRAYD | /ɡreɪd/ ## Footnote *He got a high **grade** in English.* high **grade** | low **grade** | final **grade**

Question 65

# What's the missing word? Your password is not \_\_\_\_\_\_ unless it includes a number. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "v" and means "acceptable or legally correct".*

Answer 65

valid | VAL-id | /ˈvælɪd/ ## Footnote *The offer is **valid** until Friday.* **valid** reason | **valid** until | **valid** excuse

Question 66

# What's the missing word? This is not an \_\_\_\_\_\_ time to call. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "a" and means "right or suitable for a situation".*

Answer 66

appropriate | uh-PROH-pree-it | /əˈproʊpriət/ ## Footnote *Wear **appropriate** clothes for the weather.* **appropriate** behavior | **appropriate** time | not **appropriate**

Question 67

# What's the missing word? Do you have any \_\_\_\_\_\_ to support your answer? ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "e" and means "an activity of careful study to discover new information".*

Answer 67

evidence | EV-uh-duns | /ˈɛvɪdəns/ ## Footnote *There is no **evidence** of a crime.* find **evidence** | clear **evidence** | lack of **evidence**

Question 68

# What's the missing word? Scientists do \_\_\_\_\_\_ to find new cures for diseases. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "r" and means "careful study to discover new facts or information".*

Answer 68

research | REE-surch | /ˈriːsɜːrtʃ/ ## Footnote *The **research** took several years.* do **research** | scientific **research** | medical **research**

Question 69

# What's the missing word? The factory increased its \_\_\_\_\_\_ this year to meet demand. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "o" and means "the amount of something produced".*

Answer 69

output | OWT-put | /ˈaʊt.pʊt/ ## Footnote *The factory’s **output** doubled after new machines were installed.* increase **output** | measure **output** | production **output**

Question 70

# What's the missing word? The company needs a clear \_\_\_\_\_\_ for its actions. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "j" and means "a reason or explanation for something".*

Answer 70

justification | jus-tuh-fi-KAY-shun | /ˌdʒʌstɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/ ## Footnote *There is no **justification** for his behavior.* provide a **justification** | strong **justification** | clear **justification**

Question 71

# What's the missing word? We studied the \_\_\_\_\_\_ of wealth in the country. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "d" and means "the way something is shared or spread out".*

Answer 71

distribution | dis-trib-YOO-shun | /ˌdɪstrɪˈbjuːʃən/ ## Footnote *The **distribution** of books was quick.* fair **distribution** | income **distribution** | wide **distribution**

Question 72

# What's the missing word? Only thirty \_\_\_\_\_\_ of the students answered the survey. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "p" and means "a part out of 100".*

Answer 72

percent | per-SENT | /pərˈsɛnt/ ## Footnote *The price dropped by ten **percent**.* high **percent** | low **percent** | fifty **percent**

Question 73

# What's the missing word? We measured each \_\_\_\_\_\_ of the box to calculate its volume. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "d" and means "a measurement in one direction".*

Answer 73

dimension | dye-MEN-shun | /daɪˈmen.ʃən/ ## Footnote *We double-checked the **dimensions** before cutting the wood.* exact **dimensions** | overall **dimensions** | standard **dimensions**

Question 74

# What's the missing word? The country is facing \_\_\_\_\_\_ problems. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "e" and means "related to money, business, or trade".*

Answer 74

economic | ek-uh-NOM-ik | /ˌɛkəˈnɑːmɪk/ ## Footnote *The new law had an **economic** impact.* **economic** growth | **economic** policy | **economic** development

Question 75

# What's the missing word? Her answers were always \_\_\_\_\_\_ with her beliefs. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "c" and means "always acting or happening in the same way".*

Answer 75

consistent | kun-SIS-tunt | /kənˈsɪstənt/ ## Footnote *He is not **consistent** in his efforts.* **consistent** with | remain **consistent** | **consistent** results

Question 76

# What's the missing word? His \_\_\_\_\_\_ is based on logic and reason. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "p" and means "a set of beliefs or ideas about life".*

Answer 76

philosophy | fih-LAW-suh-fee | /fəˈlɒs.ə.fi/ ## Footnote *Her teaching **philosophy** is student-centered.* **philosophy** of life | **teaching philosophy** | **personal philosophy**

Question 77

# What's the missing word? After the project, we had an \_\_\_\_\_\_ to see what went well. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "e" and means "a judgment about how good or useful something is".*

Answer 77

evaluation | ee-val-yoo-AY-shun | /ɪˌvæljuˈeɪʃən/ ## Footnote *Her **evaluation** helped me improve my work.* careful **evaluation** | performance **evaluation** | positive **evaluation**

Question 78

# What's the missing word? You must set a \_\_\_\_\_\_ for each experiment. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "p" and means "a rule or limit that controls what you can do".*

Answer 78

parameter | puh-RAM-uh-ter | /pəˈræmɪtər/ ## Footnote *We need to know the **parameters** before we begin.* set a **parameter** | define **parameter** | within the **parameter**

Question 79

# What's the missing word? The \_\_\_\_\_\_ of the new rules was smooth. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "i" and means "the act of starting to use something new".*

Answer 79

implementation | im-pluh-men-TAY-shun | /ˌɪmplɪmɛnˈteɪʃən/ ## Footnote *Good **implementation** leads to success.* successful **implementation** | during **implementation** | **implementation** process

Question 80

# What's the missing word? The tailor made an \_\_\_\_\_\_ to my dress to make it fit better. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "a" and means "a small change to something".*

Answer 80

alteration | awl-ter-AY-shun | /ˌɔːltəˈreɪʃən/ ## Footnote *The chef made some **alterations** to the recipe.* make an **alteration** | minor **alteration** | require **alteration**

Question 81

# What's the missing word? A \_\_\_\_\_\_ is someone who buys products or uses services. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "c" and means "a person who buys and uses goods or services".*

Answer 81

consumer | kun-SOO-mur | /kənˈsuːmər/ ## Footnote *Many **consumers** prefer online shopping.* **consumer** rights | **consumer** protection | **consumer** demand

Question 82

# What's the missing word? The new \_\_\_\_\_\_ limits how much water you can use. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "r" and means "an official rule made by an authority".*

Answer 82

regulation | reg-yuh-LAY-shun | /ˌrɛɡjəˈleɪʃən/ ## Footnote *The company follows all **regulations**.* government **regulation** | strict **regulation** | safety **regulation**

Question 83

# What's the missing word? Can you \_\_\_\_\_\_ the word “freedom”? ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "d" and means "to explain the meaning of something".*

Answer 83

define | dih-FYNE | /dɪˈfaɪn/ ## Footnote *It’s hard to **define** happiness.* **define** a word | clearly **define** | **define** the problem

Question 84

# What's the missing word? We need to \_\_\_\_\_\_ an experiment to test our idea. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "c" and means "to do or carry out an activity".*

Answer 84

conduct | kun-DUKT | /kənˈdʌkt/ ## Footnote *The police **conducted** an interview.* **conduct** a study | **conduct** research | **conduct** an interview

Question 85

# What's the missing word? This decision could have serious \_\_\_\_\_\_ for the company. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "i" and means "a possible effect or result".*

Answer 85

implication | im-pli-KAY-shun | /ˌɪmplɪˈkeɪʃən/ ## Footnote *She didn’t understand the **implications** of her words.* important **implication** | possible **implication** | consider the **implication**

Question 86

# What's the missing word? She didn’t \_\_\_\_\_\_ my email until the next day. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "a" and means "showing you notice or recognize something or someone".*

Answer 86

acknowledge | ak-NOL-ij | /əkˈnɑːlɪdʒ/ ## Footnote *He didn't **acknowledge** my question.* **acknowledge** a message | **acknowledge** help | **acknowledge** receipt

Question 87

# What's the missing word? Your \_\_\_\_\_\_ of the painting may be different from mine. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "p" and means "the way you understand or see something".*

Answer 87

perception | per-SEP-shun | /pərˈsɛpʃən/ ## Footnote *My **perception** of him changed after that behavior.* public **perception** | **perception** of reality | accurate **perception**

Question 88

# What's the missing word? The number of students is \_\_\_\_\_\_ to the size of the classroom. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "p" and means "having the right size or amount in relation to something else".*

Answer 88

proportional | pruh-POR-shuh-nul | /prəˈpɔːrʃənl/ ## Footnote *Salary increases are **proportional** to experience.* **proportional** to | directly **proportional** | **proportional** increase

Question 89

# What's the missing word? Her \_\_\_\_\_\_ showed that the plan would work. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "a" and means "a careful study of something".*

Answer 89

analysis | uh-NAL-uh-sis | /əˈnæləsɪs/ ## Footnote *We finished our **analysis** of the data.* data **analysis** | careful **analysis** | detailed **analysis**

Question 90

# What's the missing word? I need to \_\_\_\_\_\_ this Word file to a PDF. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "c" and means "to change from one form to another".*

Answer 90

convert | kun-VURT | /kənˈvɜːrt/ ## Footnote *The program **converts** text to speech.* **convert** into | easily **convert** | **convert** files

Question 91

# What's the missing word? Winning the contest was a big \_\_\_\_\_\_ for her. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "a" and means "something important that you succeed in doing".*

Answer 91

achievement | uh-CHEEV-munt | /əˈtʃiːvmənt/ ## Footnote *He was proud of his **achievement**.* great **achievement** | personal **achievement** | academic **achievement**

Question 92

# What's the missing word? The steps must be done in the correct \_\_\_\_\_\_ to avoid mistakes. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "s" and means "a particular order of things".*

Answer 92

sequence | SEE-kwens | /ˈsiː.kwəns/ ## Footnote *She described the events in **sequence**.* **sequence** of events | correct **sequence** | in **sequence**

Question 93

# What's the missing word? The food was \_\_\_\_\_\_ for everyone at the party. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "a" and means "enough for a particular purpose".*

Answer 93

adequate | AD-uh-kwut | /ˈædɪkwət/ ## Footnote *His explanation was not **adequate**.* **adequate** amount | **adequate** supply | **adequate** resources

Question 94

# What's the missing word? The new technology has great \_\_\_\_\_\_ to improve our lives. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "p" and means "the possibility to develop or succeed".*

Answer 94

potential | puh-TEN-shul | /pəˈtɛnʃəl/ ## Footnote *He has a lot of **potential**.* great **potential** | full **potential** | show **potential**

Question 95

# What's the missing word? The teacher introduced the \_\_\_\_\_\_ of supply and demand. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "c" and means "an idea or general rule".*

Answer 95

concept | KON-sept | /ˈkɑːnsɛpt/ ## Footnote *He explained the **concept** clearly.* basic **concept** | new **concept** | understand the **concept**

Question 96

# What's the missing word? Gravity is a basic \_\_\_\_\_\_ in science. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "p" and means "a basic rule or belief".*

Answer 96

principle | PRIN-suh-pul | /ˈprɪnsəpəl/ ## Footnote *The law is based on the **principle** of fairness.* basic **principle** | main **principle** | important **principle**

Question 97

# What's the missing word? This is a \_\_\_\_\_\_ change for the company. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "s" and means "important or large enough to notice".*

Answer 97

significant | sig-NIF-uh-kunt | /sɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt/ ## Footnote *She made a **significant** contribution.* **significant** change | **significant** effect | **significant** difference

Question 98

# What's the missing word? He accepted the award on his father’s \_\_\_\_\_\_ at the ceremony. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "b" and means "representing someone else".*

Answer 98

behalf | bih-HAF | /bɪˈhɑːf/ ## Footnote *She signed the contract on their **behalf**.* **on someone’s behalf** | **sign on behalf** | **act on behalf**

Question 99

# What's the missing word? \_\_\_\_\_\_, it will rain tomorrow. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "a" and means "as it seems or appears".*

Answer 99

apparently | uh-PAIR-unt-lee | /əˈpærəntli/ ## Footnote *He was **apparently** upset.* **apparently** so | **apparently** not | **apparently** true

Question 100

# What's the missing word? It's \_\_\_\_\_\_ that prices will rise next year. ## Footnote ***Hint:*** *Starts with "i" and means "certain to happen and impossible to avoid".*

Answer 100

inevitable | in-EV-uh-tuh-bul | /ɪnˈɛvɪtəbəl/ ## Footnote *Change is **inevitable**.* seem **inevitable** | almost **inevitable** | become **inevitable**