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1 | | Because there was so little precipitation this year, the crops dried up and died. |
| | A) | fertilizer |
| | B) | planting |
| | C) | rain |
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2 | | Although I was unable to understand all of the details of the presentation, I did get the gist of it. |
| | A) | humor |
| | B) | main point |
| | C) | notes |
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3 | | At a special ceremony, the police chief gave the officer a commendation for bravery. |
| | A) | an award for an outstanding achievement |
| | B) | an object designed to bring good luck |
| | C) | a lecture |
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4 | | One brother is an erudite professor; the other brother, however, has never shown any interest in books or learning. |
| | A) | old; elderly |
| | B) | well-educated; well-read |
| | C) | snobbish; stuck up |
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5 | | Night is the time when many animals forage, or search, for food. |
| | A) | come out at night |
| | B) | sleep |
| | C) | search for food |
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6 | | The waiter was so brusque that we left only a small tip. He was impolite and impatient, and seemed annoyed whenever we asked for something. |
| | A) | acting or speaking in a rude, abrupt manner |
| | B) | frightening looking |
| | C) | knowledgeable and skilled |
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7 | | The store specializes in cutlery, such as forks and knives, that has unique designs. |
| | A) | spices and seasonings |
| | B) | plates, bowls, and cups |
| | C) | silverware; eating utensils |
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8 | | My sister loathes broccoli, but she loves spinach. |
| | A) | dislikes intensely |
| | B) | eats eagerly |
| | C) | prepares and cooks |
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9 | | Psychologists have conducted research on altruism, which can be defined as "putting the needs and welfare of others above one's own needs and well-being." |
| | A) | psychologists who conduct research |
| | B) | research conducted by psychologists |
| | C) | putting the needs and welfare of others above one's own needs and well-being |
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