1. _____ researchers have demonstrated that global warming tends to result from greenhouse gases.
The sentence correctly indicates that multiple researchers have provided evidence linking global warming to the impact of greenhouse gases. The phrase "a number of" emphasizes the involvement of several researchers.
2. According to the schedule, the teachers have to come together _____ other week to discuss the problems of their students.
According to the schedule, the teachers have to come together every other week to discuss the problems of their students.
3. Monkeys are famous for ____ eagerness to approach people and playfully interact with _____ especially in the circus.
Monkeys are famous for their eagerness to approach people and playfully interact with them, especially in the circus.
4. Can our minds grasp the individual object as _____ stands by ______?
Can our minds grasp the individual object as it stands by itself?
5. The truth is, I'm not _____ pleased with Mike's grades this year.
The truth is, I'm not at all pleased with Mike's grades this year.
6. For the potable water system onboard the ship there are _____ standards, like the first one, that it be potable
For the potable water system onboard the ship there are a number of standards, like the first one, that it be potable.
7. I listened to some news on _____ radio about _____ man arrested for embezzlement last Tuesday.
I listened to some news on the radio about the man arrested for embezzlement last Tuesday.
8. I was thinking of buying a pregnancy dress _____, but _____ was given one as a present by my husband.
I was thinking of buying a pregnancy dress myself, but I was given one as a present by my husband.
9. Due to _____ rainy weather we've had recently, I didn't have to water _____ garden of our house every day.
Due to the rainy weather we've had recently, I didn't have to water the garden of our house every day.
10. One of the _____ things the warring factions have in common is _____ opposition to the US.
One of the few things the warring factions have in common is their opposition to the US.
11. A very close relative _____ has just arrived from a trip during which he experienced many interesting adventures.
A very close relative of mine has just arrived from a trip during which he experienced many interesting adventures.
12. American Indians often sold _____ land to white people or gave it away without realizing that it would no longer be _____.
American Indians often sold their land to white people or gave it away without realizing that it would no longer be theirs, highlighting a tragic misunderstanding of land ownership and its consequences.
13. Most of our traditions are ____ practised because they're regarded as obsolete.
Most of our traditions are no longer practiced because they're regarded as obsolete, reflecting a shift in cultural practices and the diminishing relevance of certain customs in modern society.
14. The artists of the Spanish Market work with many different kinds of materials; _____ weave cloth on looms or punch designs into tin, _____ make their own pottery or carve objects out of bone.
The artists of the Spanish Market work with many different kinds of materials; some weave cloth on looms or punch designs into tin, others make their own pottery or carve objects out of bone.
15. He spent the ______ night drinking, so there was hardly ______ wine left.
He spent the whole night drinking, so there was hardly any wine left. This suggests that he consumed almost all the wine during the night, leaving very little behind.
16. High cholesterol is one of the three major risk factors for heart disease. Cigarette smoking and high blood pressure are _____ two.
High cholesterol is one of the three major risk factors for heart disease. Cigarette smoking and high blood pressure are the other two.
17. Of the two churches in the town, one is a Catholic Church and _____ is Lutheran.
Of the two churches in the town, one is a Catholic Church and the other is Lutheran, highlighting the religious diversity in a small town with contrasting Christian denominations.
18. Despite the huge budget deficit, ____ of local government spending is directed towards the private sector.
Despite the huge budget deficit, a great quantity of local government spending is directed towards the private sector, emphasizing the substantial allocation of funds to private enterprises despite financial challenges.
19. She spends ____ money on clothes whenever she goes shopping.
She spends a large amount of money on clothes whenever she goes shopping, indicating that she tends to spend significantly, perhaps without much consideration for the total cost or budget limits.
20. While there are ____ formidable women on the screen today, _____ of them have involved themselves in the method school as part of their training.
While there are many formidable women on the screen today, very few of them have involved themselves in the method school as part of their training, highlighting a selective approach to acting.
21. _____ question in the test was checked in detail before given to the students, and _____ including mistakes or causing ambiguity were corrected by the teachers.
Every question in the test was checked in detail before given to the students, and any including mistakes or causing ambiguity were corrected by the teachers to ensure clarity and accuracy.
22. A number of different models of procurement ____ to provide access to a variety of content over the term of the contract.
A number of different models of procurement are being considered to provide access to a variety of content over the term of the contract, reflecting a strategic approach to content management.
23. Laura has three pets, _____ which is a Siamese cat that has just given birth to twin kittens, and _____ are male dogs that frequently fight.
Laura has three pets, the one which is a Siamese cat that has just given birth to twin kittens, and the others are male dogs that frequently fight, creating tension.
24. I’m afraid I won’t be able to say _____ since I have ____ idea about the issue.
I’m afraid I won’t be able to say anything since I have no idea about the issue, and without proper knowledge, it's difficult to contribute meaningfully to the discussion.
25. There were almost 2500 demonstrators in the square last weekend. This shows that _____ people attended the demonstration.
There were almost 2500 demonstrators in the square last weekend. This shows that a great number of people attended the demonstration, highlighting the significant public interest and participation in the event.
26. How does one go about making sure adults discharge responsibilities when they are _____ unaware of what _____ can do?
How does one go about making sure adults discharge responsibilities when they are themselves unaware of what they can do? It requires education, awareness, and clear communication about their roles and abilities.
27. In the play, the two players cannot see or hear _____, but they are seated at interconnected computers.
In the play, the two players cannot see or hear each other, but they are seated at interconnected computers. This creates an intriguing dynamic of communication without direct interaction.
28. He asked me _____ questions every _____ minutes.
He asked me a number of questions every few minutes, creating a sense of urgency and making it difficult to respond to all of his inquiries in a short amount of time.
29. The infection can spread easily in a school, where many young live in close proximity to _____.
The infection can spread easily in a school, where many young live in close proximity to one another, increasing the chances of transmission through casual contact and shared spaces.
30. Eating healthy tomatoes is only one small way to take care of _____, _____ community and the planet.
Eating healthy tomatoes is one small way to take care of yourself, your community, and the planet, showing that individual choices can have a positive impact on personal health and the environment.
31. Rescue efforts resumed in Beichuan after _____ entire city was evacuated amid fears that it could be engulfed by a river bursting _____ banks.
Rescue efforts resumed in Beichuan after the entire city was evacuated amid fears that it could be engulfed by a river bursting its banks, causing significant disruption and putting many lives at risk.
32. As a child grows older, he becomes more convinced that science could do _____ or nothing to explain the world of spirituality.
As a child grows older, he becomes more convinced that science could do little or nothing to explain the world of spirituality, as science focuses on the physical and empirical world.
33. In December last year, the health secretary and five _____ cabinet ministers signed a concordat proposing a transformation of social care.
In December last year, the health secretary and five other cabinet ministers signed a concordat proposing a transformation of social care. This initiative aims to improve access and quality of care.
34. The artists of the Spanish Market work with many different kinds of materials. _____ weave cloth on looms. ____make their own pottery or carve objects out of bone.
The artists of the Spanish Market work with many different kinds of materials. Some weave cloth on looms, while others make their own pottery or carve objects out of bone.
35. It is true that we, all nations, live elbow to elbow with ______ all the way from the Caspian Sea to the western end of the Mediterranean.
<p>"It is true that we, all nations, live elbow to elbow with one another all the way from the Caspian Sea to the western end of the Mediterranean."</p>
<p><strong>The reasons:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>"One another" </strong>is used to indicate a mutual relationship between more than two people or groups, which fits the context of multiple nations living in close proximity.</li>
<li><strong>"Another"</strong> and "each others" do not correctly convey the mutual relationship between all the nations in this context.</li>
<li><strong>"The other" </strong>suggests a specific group or individual rather than the mutual relationship between multiple parties.</li>
</ul>
36. Some people with depression may have thoughts about hurting themselves or _____, and they may even think about killing _____.
<p>"Some people with depression may have thoughts about hurting themselves or others, and they may even think about killing themselves."</p>
<p><strong>The reasons:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>"Others"</strong> correctly refers to other people in general, fitting the context of the sentence.</li>
<li><strong>"Themselves" </strong>correctly refers back to the individuals with depression, indicating self-harm thoughts.</li>
</ul>
37. It's never too early to begin thinking and planning for the Silent Auction, ______ as a donor or consumer or ______.
<p>"It's never too early to begin thinking and planning for the Silent Auction, either as a donor or consumer or both."</p>
<p><strong>The reasons:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>"Either" </strong>is used to introduce two possibilities: participating as a donor or as a consumer.</li>
<li><strong>"Both"</strong> is used to indicate that you can be involved in both roles, as either a donor, a consumer, or both.</li>
</ul>
38. The merits of ensuring that the world’s poorest have access to the internet are questionable — ______ say it can help lift them out of poverty, ______ that the impact is marginal.
<p>"The merits of ensuring that the world’s poorest have access to the internet are questionable — some say it can help lift them out of poverty, others that the impact is marginal."</p>
<p><strong>The reasons:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>"Some" </strong>refers to a portion of people who believe the internet can help lift people out of poverty.</li>
<li>"<strong>Others"</strong> refers to another portion of people who believe that the impact is marginal.</li>
</ul>
39. ____ which feels that the worm will help in securing the system while _____ is of the opinion that a worm is a worm after all and has to be eradicated.
<p>"One feels that the worm will help in securing the system while the other is of the opinion that a worm is a worm after all and has to be eradicated."</p>
<p>This option correctly uses <strong>"One" </strong>and <strong>"the other" </strong>to contrast the opinions of two different people or groups.</p>
40. As for George Bush's calls for democracy in the wider Middle East, _____ Americans thought this was a good idea, but _____ thought it would succeed.
"As for George Bush's calls for democracy in the wider Middle East, most Americans thought this was a good idea, but few thought it would succeed."
This option correctly contrasts the large number of Americans who thought it was a good idea with the small number who believed it would succeed.
41. As China and America ____ draw up military budgets with _____ in mind, there is the threat of a growing mutual suspicion that will be hard to ratchet down.
<p>"As China and America <strong>each </strong>draw up military budgets with <strong>the othe</strong>r in mind, there is the threat of a growing mutual suspicion that will be hard to ratchet down."</p>
<p>This option correctly conveys that both China and America individually consider each other when drawing up their military budgets, leading to mutual suspicion.</p>
42. The experts use _____ different strategies to convince parents to send children back to school.
<p>"The experts use <strong>a number of </strong>different strategies to convince parents to send children back to school."</p>
<p>"A number of" correctly refers to several or various strategies, which fits the context of the sentence.</p>
43. Radiation doesn't cause less DNA damage in cancer stem cells than in ______ tumour cells.
<p>"Radiation doesn't cause less DNA damage in cancer stem cells than in <strong>other </strong>tumor cells."</p>
<p>This choice correctly compares cancer stem cells to a different group of cells, which are the "other tumor cells."</p>
44. Both the Alliance elements in Afghanistan and the Shiite factions in Iraq had been recipients of Iranian support before the US interested ______ in ______ causes.
<p>"Both the Alliance elements in Afghanistan and the Shiite factions in Iraq had been recipients of Iranian support before the US interested <strong>itself</strong> in<strong> their</strong> causes."</p>
<p>This option correctly uses <strong>"itself" </strong>to refer to the US and <strong>"their"</strong> to refer to the causes of the Alliance elements in Afghanistan and the Shiite factions in Iraq.</p>
45. of the past three recessions has been successively weaker and shorter as policy missteps have lessened.
<p>"<strong>Each</strong> of the past three recessions has been successively weaker and shorter as policy missteps have lessened."</p>
<p>"Each" is the correct choice here because it refers to every individual recession in a group of three, highlighting that all three have been successively weaker and shorter.</p>
46. Under torture a person will say_____ his captors want to hear.
<p>"Under torture a person will say <strong>anything</strong> his captors want to hear."</p>
<p><strong>"Anything"</strong> is the correct choice because it implies that the person will say whatever is necessary, without restriction, to satisfy their captors under the extreme pressure of torture.</p>
47. With those scrutinising the election saying they found _____ widespread evidence of vote-rigging, there would seem to be _____ chance of the result being reversed.
<p>"With those scrutinising the election saying they found <strong>no</strong> widespread evidence of vote-rigging, there would seem to be <strong>little</strong> chance of the result being reversed."</p>
<p>This option makes sense because "no" indicates that there wasn't any widespread evidence found, and "little" suggests that the possibility of reversing the result is very low.</p>
48. There are issues that needed ______ attention before the disaster.
<p>"There are issues that needed <strong>a great deal of</strong> attention before the disaster."</p>
<p>This phrase correctly conveys that a significant amount of attention was needed for those issues.</p>
49. Astronomers suggest that there are two separate universes, one made out of matter, our own, and _____made out of antimatter.
<p>"Astronomers suggest that there are two separate universes, one made out of matter, our own, and <strong>the other</strong> made out of antimatter."</p>
<p>"The other" is used here to refer specifically to the second of the two mentioned universes.</p>
50. We saw _____ positive results from our investigation on aggressive human breast cancer cells.
<p>"We saw <strong>quite a few</strong> positive results from our investigation on aggressive human breast cancer cells."</p>
<p>"Quite a few" indicates a considerable but not overwhelming number of positive results, which fits well in this context.</p>
51. Despite the scarcity of arable land, ____ the population in the Middle East is engaged in farming.
<p>"Despite the scarcity of arable land, <strong>a good deal of</strong> the population in the Middle East is engaged in farming."</p>
<p>This option indicates that a significant portion of the population is involved in farming, despite the limited arable land.</p>
52. Although the Australian author Peter Carey’s first three novels were well received, his fourth book received ____ criticism than acclaim.
<p>"Although the Australian author Peter Carey’s first three novels were well received, his fourth book received <strong>far more</strong> criticism than acclaim."</p>
<p>"Far more" indicates a significantly greater amount of criticism compared to acclaim, which fits the context of the sentence.</p>
53. The word deafness is used to describe ____ degree of hearing loss, though it is most commonly used where there is ____ total inability to hear.
The sentence would read:
"The word deafness is used to describe any degree of hearing loss, though it is most commonly used where there is a total inability to hear."
"Any" is used to indicate that the term can describe all levels of hearing loss, and "a" specifies that it is often used for complete loss of hearing.
54. In ____ mid-1970s, people became aware of the phenomenon called ____acid rain.
<p>The sentence would read:<br>"In <strong>the</strong> mid-1970s, people became aware of the phenomenon called <strong>acid</strong> rain."</p>
<p>Here, "the" is used to specify the particular decade, and "acid" rain does not need an article before it.</p>
55. Smog may appear brownish in colour when it contains high concentrations of nitrogen dioxide, or it may look blue-grey when it contains large amounts of ozone. In ____ case, prolonged exposure will damage lung tissue.
<p>"Smog may appear brownish in colour when it contains high concentrations of nitrogen dioxide, or it may look blue-grey when it contains large amounts of ozone. In <strong>either</strong> case, prolonged exposure will damage lung tissue."</p>
<p>"Either" is used to indicate that damage can occur regardless of which type of smog is present.</p>
56. I’m glad we bought the new lawnmower. Now I can mow the lawn using ____ the effort.
<p>"I’m glad we bought the new lawnmower. Now I can mow the lawn using <strong>half</strong> the effort."</p>
<p>This choice indicates that the new lawnmower reduces the effort required by half, which is a positive outcome from the purchase.</p>
57. The best goal of the match was ____, but ____ were pretty spectacular as well.
<p>"The best goal of the match was <strong>Simon’s</strong>, but <strong>you</strong> were pretty spectacular as well."</p>
<p>In this context, "Simon’s" refers to the goal scored by Simon, and "you" refers to another person being complimented.</p>
58. Of the two shops in the village, ____ sold sun cream, so he had to keep a long-sleeved shirt on all day.
<p>"Of the two shops in the village, <strong>neither</strong> sold sun cream, so he had to keep a long-sleeved shirt on all day."</p>
<p>"Neither" indicates that neither of the two shops sold sun cream.</p>
59. If there is ____ food in the world for everyone, why do so ____ people die of starvation?
"If there is enough food in the world for everyone, why do so many people die of starvation?"
"Enough" indicates that there is sufficient food available, and "many" refers to a large number of people who are still suffering from starvation.
60. Decades ago the notion of landing a spacecraft on ____ moon would have seemed ____ impossible feat.
<p>"Decades ago the notion of landing a spacecraft on <strong>the</strong> moon would have seemed <strong>an</strong> impossible feat."</p>
<p>"The" specifies the particular moon we are referring to, and "an" is used before "impossible feat" because "impossible" begins with a vowel sound.</p>
61. Tea and coffee contain caffeine, which is harmful, so the doctor told me to avoid drinking ____.
"Tea and coffee contain caffeine, which is harmful, so the doctor told me to avoid drinking both of them."
This choice correctly addresses the need to avoid both tea and coffee.
62. After ____ wins at the amateur level, he’ll be ready to race professionally.
"After a few more wins at the amateur level, he’ll be ready to race professionally."
This choice indicates that with a few additional wins, he will be prepared for professional racing.
63. ____ employees voted against the strike even though they were dissatisfied with the pay rise.
<p>"<strong>A good many</strong> employees voted against the strike even though they were dissatisfied with the pay rise."</p>
<p>This choice indicates a significant number of employees who voted against the strike.</p>
64. In the USA, the number of representatives in government varies according to the population of a state, but there are two senators for ____ state.
<p>"In the USA, the number of representatives in government varies according to the population of a state, but there are two senators for <strong>each</strong> state."</p>
<p>"Each" is used here to indicate that every individual state has two senators, regardless of its population.</p>
65. A lot of people rushed to the area, but most of ____ failed to find ____ gold.
"A lot of people rushed to the area, but most of them failed to find any gold."
"Most of them" refers to the people who rushed to the area, and "any" indicates that they did not find gold at all.
66. ____ players have won this competition before, so ____ of them could win today.
<p>"<strong>Both</strong> players have won this competition before, so <strong>either</strong> of them could win today."</p>
<p>In this case, "both" refers to two specific players who have won before, and "either" suggests that one or the other of those two players could win today.</p>
67. There has been ____ fruit on the pear tree in our garden this year, so we won’t be giving ____ away.
"There has been little fruit on the pear tree in our garden this year, so we won’t be giving much away."
"Little" indicates a small amount of fruit, and "much" refers to the amount of fruit that will not be given away.
68. Unfortunately, our local library had ____ books on the subject, so I’m going to the city library tomorrow hoping to find ____ more.
<p>"Unfortunately, our local library had <strong>few</strong> books on the subject, so I’m going to the city library tomorrow hoping to find <strong>some</strong> more."</p>
<p>In this context, "few" suggests that there was a small number of books at the local library, and "some" indicates that you are hoping to find a certain number of additional books at the city library.</p>
69. The train doesn’t stop at ____ station along the way, but it stops at ____ of the main ones.
<p>"The train doesn’t stop at <strong>every</strong> station along the way, but it stops at <strong>most</strong> of the main ones."</p>
<p>"Every" indicates that the train does not stop at all stations, while "most" implies that the train stops at the majority of the main stations.</p>
70. The instructor told the young climbers to hold on to the rope with ____ hands.
"The instructor told the young climbers to hold on to the rope with both hands."
"Both" specifies that they should use two hands to hold the rope.
71. The noise of the gunshot rang through the trees and the birds flew off in ____ directions.
<p>"The noise of the gunshot rang through the trees and the birds flew off in <strong>all</strong> directions."</p>
<p>"All" indicates that the birds scattered in every possible direction.</p>
72. I would like her more if she showed ____ consideration for others.
<p>"I would like her more if she showed <strong>a little</strong> consideration for others."</p>
<p>"A little" suggests that even a small amount of consideration would improve the speaker's opinion of her.</p>
73. ____ of the competitors was badly affected by the extreme heat and passed out.
"One of the competitors was badly affected by the extreme heat and passed out."
"One" indicates that a single competitor was affected.
74. I wonder if ____ of our neighbours would look after our cat while we are away.
"I wonder if either of our neighbours would look after our cat while we are away."
"Either" suggests that you are considering the possibility of one of the two neighbors helping with your cat.
75. A: Which of these wallpaper designs would you like in the living? B: ____. ____ look horrible. Why can’t we just paint the walls?
<p>A: Which of these wallpaper designs would you like in the living?<br>B: <strong>Neither</strong>. <strong>Both</strong> look horrible. Why can’t we just paint the walls?</p>
<p>"Neither" indicates that the speaker does not like either of the designs, and "Both" refers to the fact that both options are considered undesirable.</p>
76. Herman Melville’s book ‘Moby Dick’ tells of the adventures of Captain Ahab, who loses ____ leg in his struggle with ____whale.
<p>"Herman Melville’s book ‘Moby Dick’ tells of the adventures of Captain Ahab, who loses <strong>a</strong> leg in his struggle with <strong>a</strong> whale."</p>
<p>"A" is used here to indicate that Captain Ahab loses one leg (not specifying which one), and "a" is used to refer to any whale in general.</p>
77. ____ the painters have achieved so far is to make the office look more of a mess than it did this morning.
<p>"<strong>All</strong> the painters have achieved so far is to make the office look more of a mess than it did this morning."</p>
<p>In this case, "All" suggests that the total result of the painters' efforts has been to make the office messier.</p>
78. Let’s go somewhere for a cup of tea I don’t want to go to any more shops as I’ve spent ____ already.
<p>"Let’s go somewhere for a cup of tea. I don’t want to go to any more shops as I’ve spent <strong>too much</strong> already."</p>
<p>"Too much" emphasizes that an excessive amount of money has been spent.</p>
<p>"Let’s go somewhere for a cup of tea. I don’t want to go to any more shops as I’ve spent <strong>a lot of</strong> already."</p>
<p>"A lot of" indicates that a significant amount of money has already been spent.</p>
79. Despite all ____ efforts, neither Susan’s composition nor ____ was good enough to impress the teacher.
"Despite all our efforts, neither Susan’s composition nor mine was good enough to impress the teacher."
"Our" refers to the efforts of both the speaker and others, and "mine" refers to the speaker's own composition.
80. The richness of Asia’s cultures is reflected in ____ arts and literature.
"The richness of Asia’s cultures is reflected in its arts and literature."
"Its" refers to the richness belonging to Asia’s cultures.
81. The teacher said that if Joseph caused ____ trouble in class, she would send his mother a letter.
<p>"The teacher said that if Joseph caused <strong>any more</strong> trouble in class, she would send his mother a letter."</p>
<p>"<strong>Any more</strong>" indicates that if Joseph causes additional trouble beyond what has already occurred, the teacher will take action.</p>
82. If Richard had ____ patience, he would have ____ arguments with the manager.
<p>"If Richard had <strong>more</strong> patience, he would have <strong>fewer</strong> arguments with the manager."</p>
<p>"<strong>More</strong> patience" suggests that with additional patience, the number of arguments would decrease.</p>
83. It takes ____ of dedication to become a top-class athlete.
"It takes a great deal of dedication to become a top-class athlete."
"A great deal" indicates that a significant amount of dedication is required.
84. ____ of seagulls followed the tractor as the farmer ploughed the field.
<p>"<strong>A large number</strong> of seagulls followed the tractor as the farmer ploughed the field."</p>
<p>"A large number" indicates that a considerable quantity of seagulls followed the tractor.</p>
85. The teacher said that we could write on ____sides of the paper, but to start a new page for ____question.
<p>"The teacher said that we could write on <strong>both</strong> sides of the paper, but to start a new page for <strong>each</strong> question."</p>
<p>"<strong>Both</strong> sides" indicates that writing is allowed on both sides of the paper, and "<strong>each</strong> question" means that a new page should be started for every individual question.</p>
86. We rang ____hotels before we found ____with vacant rooms.
<p>"We rang <strong>several</strong> hotels before we found <strong>one</strong> with vacant rooms."</p>
<p>"<strong>Several</strong>" indicates that multiple hotels were contacted, and "<strong>one</strong>" specifies that only one of them had available rooms.</p>
87. The new dress my sister bought didn’t fit ____ so she gave it to ____.
<p>"The new dress my sister bought didn’t fit <strong>her</strong> so she gave it to <strong>me</strong>."</p>
<p>"<strong>Her</strong>" refers to the sister who is the one the dress didn't fit, and "<strong>me</strong>" refers to the person who received the dress.</p>
88. He felt as if ____ world was watching and waiting for him to make a mistake in the play, but in fact, it was only the village boy scout club.
<p>"He felt as if <strong>the whole</strong> world was watching and waiting for him to make a mistake in the play, but in fact, it was only the village boy scout club."</p>
<p>"<strong>The whole</strong> world" emphasizes the exaggerated feeling of being observed by everyone.</p>
89. She had ____reasons to dislike her job, but I don’t know exactly why she left.
<p>"She had <strong>plenty of</strong> reasons to dislike her job, but I don’t know exactly why she left."</p>
<p>"<strong>Plenty of</strong>" indicates that she had a large number of reasons to dislike her job.</p>
90. The company is so stable that you can buy shares in it with almost ____ risk of losing any money.
<p>"The company is so stable that you can buy shares in it with almost <strong>no</strong> risk of losing any money."</p>
<p>"<strong>No</strong> risk" indicates that the risk is negligible or minimal.</p>
91. Two smartly dressed doormen stood at ____ side of the hotel’s entrance.
<p>"Two smartly dressed doormen stood at <strong>either</strong> side of the hotel’s entrance."</p>
<p>"<strong>Either</strong> side" indicates that one doorman was at one side and the other at the opposite side of the entrance.</p>
92. Diamonds have ____ uses. In addition to the obvious use in jewellery, they have ____ number of industrial applications.
<p>"Diamonds have <strong>many</strong> uses. In addition to the obvious use in jewellery, they have <strong>a</strong> number of industrial applications."</p>
<p>"<strong>Many</strong> uses" indicates that diamonds are used in various ways, and "<strong>a</strong> number of" specifies that there are several industrial applications.</p>
93. Throughout the history of the country, ____ French, along with most of the other people of the world, have paid little attention to the quality of ____natural environment.
<p>"Throughout the history of the country, <strong>the</strong> French, along with most of the other people of the world, have paid little attention to the quality of <strong>their</strong> natural environment."</p>
<p>"<strong>The</strong> French" specifies a particular group of people, and "<strong>their</strong> natural environment" refers to the environment belonging to the French.</p>
94. As ____ British athlete in this discipline reached the qualifying time, Britain won’t be represented in this event at the Olympics.
<p>"As <strong>no</strong> British athlete in this discipline reached the qualifying time, Britain won’t be represented in this event at the Olympics."</p>
<p>"<strong>No</strong>" indicates that not a single British athlete achieved the qualifying time.</p>
95. I went into town specially to buy a jacket for the Christmas party, but I didn’t see ____ that I liked.
<p>"I went into town specially to buy a jacket for the Christmas party, but I didn’t see <strong>any</strong> that I liked."</p>
<p>"<strong>Any</strong>" is used to indicate that none of the jackets seen were to the speaker's liking.</p>
96. Cyanide leaked into ____ Mersey Canal, and ____ ninemile stretch of ____ canal was affected.
<p>"Cyanide leaked into <strong>the</strong> Mersey Canal, and <strong>a</strong> nine-mile stretch of <strong>the</strong> canal was affected."</p>
<p>"<strong>The</strong> Mersey Canal" specifies a particular canal, "<strong>a</strong> nine-mile stretch" introduces a specific portion of it, and "<strong>the</strong> canal" refers back to the previously mentioned canal.</p>
97. If I had ____ fabric left, I could make a dress, but I think I’ve only got ____ to make a skirt.
<p>"If I had <strong>a little more</strong> fabric left, I could make a dress, but I think I’ve only got <strong>enough</strong> to make a skirt."</p>
<p>"<strong>A little more</strong>" suggests a small additional amount of fabric is needed to make a dress, and "<strong>enough</strong>" indicates that the remaining fabric is just sufficient for making a skirt.</p>
98. ____ albatross, ____largest and most majestic sky bird, has ____ wingspan of over nine feet.
<p><strong>The reason </strong></p>
<p><strong>D) The / the / a</strong> is the correct choice:</p>
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<p><strong>"The albatross"</strong>:</p>
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<li><strong>"The"</strong> is used here because we are referring to a specific type of bird, the albatross, known for its distinct characteristics. When talking about a particular entity that is well-known or identifiable, "the" is appropriate.</li>
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<p><strong>"The largest and most majestic sky bird"</strong>:</p>
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<li><strong>"The"</strong> is used again here to specify that among all sky birds, the albatross is the one considered the largest and most majestic. The definite article "the" indicates that this description applies specifically to the albatross in question.</li>
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</li>
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<p><strong>"A wingspan of over nine feet"</strong>:</p>
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<li><strong>"A"</strong> is used here because we are introducing a measurement that is not unique to the albatross but is a characteristic it possesses. In English, "a" is used to denote a single instance of something that has a measurable quality or quantity.</li>
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</li>
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<p><strong>Putting it all together:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>"The albatross"</strong> identifies the specific bird.</li>
<li><strong>"The largest and most majestic sky bird"</strong> provides additional descriptive detail about this specific bird.</li>
<li><strong>"A wingspan of over nine feet"</strong> describes a particular feature of the albatross, using "a" to indicate the wingspan as one instance of its characteristic measurement.</li>
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99. Celebrating the end of one year and the start of a new one is an age-old religious, social, and cultural observance in almost ____ part of the world.
<p><strong>The reason:</strong></p>
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<li>
<p><strong>"Every"</strong> is used to emphasize that the observance of celebrating the end of one year and the start of a new one occurs in each and every part of the world. It conveys the idea that this celebration is universal across all regions.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>"All"</strong> is generally used to indicate the entirety of a group or collection, but in this context, <strong>"every"</strong> is more precise for referring to individual parts of the world.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>"Either"</strong> and <strong>"neither"</strong> are not suitable here because they imply choices or exclusions, which don't fit the universal context of the statement.</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p>So, the sentence would read:<br>"Celebrating the end of one year and the start of a new one is an age-old religious, social, and cultural observance in almost <strong>every</strong> part of the world."</p>
100. ____ cashier underwent the company’s training scheme before starting to work her.
<p>The correct answer is:</p>
<p><strong>D) Every</strong></p>
<p>This option correctly implies that all cashiers underwent the training scheme before starting work. Here's the sentence with the correct choice:</p>
<p><strong>"Every cashier underwent the company’s training scheme before starting to work here."</strong></p>
101. Up until recent years, blacks in the Southern USA suffered ____ injustice.
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<p><strong>“Up until recent years, blacks in the Southern USA suffered a lot of injustice.”</strong></p>
<h3>The reason:</h3>
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<p><strong>Context of Injustice</strong>: The sentence refers to a significant and widespread issue. The phrase "a lot of" is used to emphasize the large amount or extent of injustice experienced.</p>
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<p><strong>Usage of "a lot of"</strong>: This phrase is commonly used to indicate a large quantity or extent of something, especially when it is uncountable. In this case, "injustice" is an uncountable noun, making "a lot of" the appropriate choice to convey the magnitude of the issue.</p>
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<p><strong>Comparison with Other Options</strong>:</p>
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<li><strong>A) several</strong>: This is typically used for countable nouns and implies a specific, but not extensive, number of items. It does not fit the context of a widespread problem like injustice.</li>
<li><strong>B) plenty</strong>: While this can also denote a large amount, it often implies sufficiency or abundance rather than emphasizing the severity or extent of an issue.</li>
<li><strong>D) a great many</strong>: This is used for countable nouns and would not be suitable for an uncountable noun like "injustice."</li>
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<p>Thus, <strong>“a lot of”</strong> effectively captures the extent of the injustice faced and fits best in this context.</p>
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102. After the oil spill from the huge tanker, the ____ beach was covered in thick black oil.
<p>The best choice is:</p>
<p><strong>A) whole</strong></p>
<h3>The reasons:</h3>
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<p><strong>Context of Coverage</strong>: The sentence describes the extent of the oil spill's impact. The word "whole" is used to indicate that the entire beach was affected.</p>
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<p><strong>Usage of "whole"</strong>: It is commonly used to describe something that is complete or entirely affected by a condition, which fits the context of the beach being covered entirely in oil.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>Comparison with Other Options</strong>:</p>
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<li><strong>B) all</strong>: While "all" can be used to indicate totality, it is usually followed by a plural noun or a non-count noun and not typically used in this context with a singular noun like "beach."</li>
<li><strong>C) many</strong>: This refers to a large number of countable items and does not fit the context of describing the totality of the coverage of the beach.</li>
<li><strong>D) every</strong>: This term is used to describe each individual item or unit within a group but is not typically used with singular, non-countable nouns like "beach" in this way.</li>
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</li>
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<p>Therefore, <strong>"whole"</strong> is the most appropriate word to convey that the entire beach was covered in oil.</p>
103. We can see the Shrewsbury Town football pitch from the window of our shop. Yesterday, I was watching ____ them play through the window, but stopped when ____ customer came in.
<h3>The reason:</h3>
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<li>
<p><strong>First Blank</strong>: The phrase "watching them play" refers to the football team in general, not specifying a particular member of the team. Therefore, no article is needed before "them."</p>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>Second Blank</strong>: Since "a customer" refers to any customer who came in, the indefinite article "a" is appropriate.</p>
</li>
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<p>So, the completed sentence would be:</p>
<p>"Yesterday, I was watching <strong>them</strong> play through the window, but stopped when <strong>a</strong> customer came in."</p>
104. In 1991, the remains of ____ Neolithic hunter, which were 5,300 years old, were discovered high in ____Alps.
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<p><strong>Second Blank</strong>: "the Alps" refers to a specific well-known mountain range, so the definite article "the" is appropriate.</p>
</li>
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<p>So, the completed sentence would be:</p>
<p>"In 1991, the remains of <strong>a</strong> Neolithic hunter, which were 5,300 years old, were discovered high in <strong>the</strong> Alps."</p>
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105. Do you know ____ name of ____ American author Bill Bryson’s latest book?
<h3>The reasons:</h3>
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<p><strong>First Blank</strong>: "the name" is used because it refers to a specific name of Bill Bryson’s latest book, which is known in this context.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>Second Blank</strong>: "the American author Bill Bryson" refers to a specific well-known individual, so the definite article "the" is appropriate.</p>
</li>
</ol>
<p>The complete sentence would be:</p>
<p>"Do you know <strong>the</strong> name of <strong>the</strong> American author Bill Bryson’s latest book?"</p>