Porter_Unit01a-f

In spite of warnings about cancer, many Westerners equate… 9.

Although the world is getting warmer slowly, the increase in temperature varies / fluctuates from country to country.

In 1990, the British researcher Tim Berners-Lee _____________________ the first browser, and so paved the way for the development of the World Wide Web.

The lecturer gave the students a 10 minute break before continuing with ____________________ the rest of her lecture.

Education experts from France travelled to Japan to evaluate / judge the secondary school system there.

Remember that in the case of nouns and verbs you may need to change the form of the word: arbitrary (adj) assign (v) context (n) criterion (n) data (n) denote (v) devise (v) formulate (v) ignore (v) impact (n) similar (adj) summary (n) usage (n) vertical (adj) 1.

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Increasingly, the design of buildings is being adjusted / modified to allow easier access for disabled people.

Then try to match your combinations with the spaces in the sentences below: new analyse leading status responsibility role ultimate valid marital concept the hypothesis results dimension establish new initial temperature reason reverse tense constant a link atmosphere results minimum put forward the verdict requirement 1.

Most electrical products have a one- or two-year warranty in case something should go wrong.

Remember that you may need to change the form or in some cases the grammatical class of the word: comply with (v) conclude (v) equivalent (adj) guarantee (n) imply (v) method (n) obvious (adj) presume (v) proceed (v) require (v) specify (v) sum (n) 1.

For example, valid can be joined with reason.

In a seminar or tutorial, everyone should take part rather than allow one person to _______________________ the discussion. a. overwhelm b. dominate c. oppress 3.

Then try to match your combinations with the spaces in the sentences below: new analyse leading status responsibility role ultimate valid marital concept the hypothesis results dimension establish new initial temperature reason reverse tense constant a link atmosphere results minimum put forward the verdict requirement 1.

In this first assignment, we will _______________________ your work and then give you detailed feedback on how to improve your writing. a. assess b. judge c. measure 2.

Remember that in the case of nouns and verbs you may need to change the form of the word: arbitrary (adj) assign (v) context (n) criterion (n) data (n) denote (v) devise (v) formulate (v) ignore (v) impact (n) similar (adj) summary (n) usage (n) vertical (adj) 1.

In a seminar or tutorial, everyone should take part rather than allow one person to _______________________ the discussion. a. overwhelm b. dominate c. oppress 3.

Advertisers use a variety of techniques… 10.

The lack of extra student accommodation restricted / narrowed the expansion in student numbers which the university was planning.

In political terms, the Middle East is one of the most unstable __________________________ of the world. a. locations b. places c. regions 13.

Investigators have been able to _________________ _________________ between childhood illnesses and industrial pollution.

The investigation was stopped because the witnesses could not identify… a. …theories, from which they have to select the most convincing. b. …happiness in many different ways. c. …that nearly everyone has access to a motor car? d. …the programs they use are becoming much easier to operate. e. …a sun tan with health and youthfulness. f. …the man they had seen commit the robbery. g. …language learning for international students. h. …at a cost of over £8 billion. i. …of this problem. j. …them t...

One problem facing overseas students is adapting to new teaching techniques.

Remember that in the case of nouns and verbs you may need to change the form of the word: arbitrary (adj) assign (v) context (n) criterion (n) data (n) denote (v) devise (v) formulate (v) ignore (v) impact (n) similar (adj) summary (n) usage (n) vertical (adj) 1.

The investigation was stopped because the witnesses could not identify… a. …theories, from which they have to select the most convincing. b. …happiness in many different ways. c. …that nearly everyone has access to a motor car? d. …the programs they use are becoming much easier to operate. e. …a sun tan with health and youthfulness. f. …the man they had seen commit the robbery. g. …language learning for international students. h. …at a cost of over £8 billion. i. …of this problem. j. …them t...

Computers can be difficult to repair because there may be hundreds of different ________________ inside. a. components b. pieces c. parts 8.

Because Paris is expensive, many organisations pay higher salaries to _________________ for the high cost of living there. a. compensate b. adjust c. redress 9.

Don't forget to keep a record of the words and expressions that you have learnt, review your notes from time to time and try to use new vocabulary items whenever possible.

Many universities now have language centres to facilitate… 7.

In a seminar or tutorial, everyone should take part rather than allow one person to _______________________ the discussion. a. overwhelm b. dominate c. oppress 3.

In this first assignment, we will _______________________ your work and then give you detailed feedback on how to improve your writing. a. assess b. judge c. measure 2.

One problem facing overseas students is adapting to new teaching techniques.

Then try to match your combinations with the spaces in the sentences below: new analyse leading status responsibility role ultimate valid marital concept the hypothesis results dimension establish new initial temperature reason reverse tense constant a link atmosphere results minimum put forward the verdict requirement 1.

Remember that in the case of nouns and verbs you may need to change the form of the word: arbitrary (adj) assign (v) context (n) criterion (n) data (n) denote (v) devise (v) formulate (v) ignore (v) impact (n) similar (adj) summary (n) usage (n) vertical (adj) 1.

Increasingly, the design of buildings is being adjusted / modified to allow easier access for disabled people.

Surprisingly perhaps, the biggest _________________________ health risk for tourists travelling abroad is actually road traffic accidents. a. potential b. possible c. theoretical 6.

Because Paris is expensive, many organisations pay higher salaries to _________________ for the high cost of living there. a. compensate b. adjust c. redress 9.

The ___________________________ cause of death today in Britain is heart disease, with cancer in second place. a. first b. prime c. initial 7 © A&C Black Publishers Ltd 2007.

The Channel Tunnel between France and England was constructed… 5.

Students should not try to write down everything they hear in a lecture, but just make a _____________________ of the most important points.

Remember that in the case of nouns and verbs you may need to change the form of the word: arbitrary (adj) assign (v) context (n) criterion (n) data (n) denote (v) devise (v) formulate (v) ignore (v) impact (n) similar (adj) summary (n) usage (n) vertical (adj) 1.

Assessment on this course includes / consists of coursework (30%) and examinations (70%).

Remember that in the case of nouns and verbs you may need to change the form of the word: arbitrary (adj) assign (v) context (n) criterion (n) data (n) denote (v) devise (v) formulate (v) ignore (v) impact (n) similar (adj) summary (n) usage (n) vertical (adj) 1.

Numbers and results are not particularly useful in themselves; we need to interpret… 8.

Market researchers use _________________________ such as people's spending patterns as well as information about age and occupation to decide on the most effective marketing strategies.

The Prime Minister set up a committee of financial experts to help him discuss and _________________ new policies.

Remember that you may need to change the form or in some cases the grammatical class of the word: comply with (v) conclude (v) equivalent (adj) guarantee (n) imply (v) method (n) obvious (adj) presume (v) proceed (v) require (v) specify (v) sum (n) 1.

On the basis of the latest survey, we know that most people have a very negative / bleak view of politicians and their parties.

The clothing of men and women used to be quite ___________________________, whereas today women often wear trousers as well as men. a. distinct b. diverse c. distinguished 11.

Research _______________________ that customers want free car-parking when they go shopping. a. claims b. indicates c. points out 12.

Remember that you may need to change the form or in some cases the grammatical class of the word: comply with (v) conclude (v) equivalent (adj) guarantee (n) imply (v) method (n) obvious (adj) presume (v) proceed (v) require (v) specify (v) sum (n) 1.

Although computers are becoming increasingly complex,… 13.

If a company does not observe health and safety laws, it may be fined very heavily if any of its workers are injured.

Then try to match your combinations with the spaces in the sentences below: new analyse leading status responsibility role ultimate valid marital concept the hypothesis results dimension establish new initial temperature reason reverse tense constant a link atmosphere results minimum put forward the verdict requirement 1.

Many students acquire / derive a great deal of enjoyment and satisfaction from their time at university.

Anybody driving a car is obliged by law to have insurance.

Everyone wants to be happy, but we probably all define… 6.

Remember that in the case of nouns and verbs you may need to change the form of the word: arbitrary (adj) assign (v) context (n) criterion (n) data (n) denote (v) devise (v) formulate (v) ignore (v) impact (n) similar (adj) summary (n) usage (n) vertical (adj) 1.

Although it is not very big, the library has an excellent range / variety of books, journals and other resources for study.

Remember that in the case of nouns and verbs you may need to change the form of the word: arbitrary (adj) assign (v) context (n) criterion (n) data (n) denote (v) devise (v) formulate (v) ignore (v) impact (n) similar (adj) summary (n) usage (n) vertical (adj) 1.

The lack of extra student accommodation restricted / narrowed the expansion in student numbers which the university was planning.

Remember that in the case of nouns and verbs you may need to change the form of the word: arbitrary (adj) assign (v) context (n) criterion (n) data (n) denote (v) devise (v) formulate (v) ignore (v) impact (n) similar (adj) summary (n) usage (n) vertical (adj) 1.

The lack of extra student accommodation restricted / narrowed the expansion in student numbers which the university was planning.

Although the world is getting warmer slowly, the increase in temperature varies / fluctuates from country to country.

Increasingly, the design of buildings is being adjusted / modified to allow easier access for disabled people.

The new journalist was ____________________ to researching the election promises of the main political parties.

The investigation was stopped because the witnesses could not identify… a. …theories, from which they have to select the most convincing. b. …happiness in many different ways. c. …that nearly everyone has access to a motor car? d. …the programs they use are becoming much easier to operate. e. …a sun tan with health and youthfulness. f. …the man they had seen commit the robbery. g. …language learning for international students. h. …at a cost of over £8 billion. i. …of this problem. j. ...

Remember that in the case of nouns and verbs you may need to change the form of the word: arbitrary (adj) assign (v) context (n) criterion (n) data (n) denote (v) devise (v) formulate (v) ignore (v) impact (n) similar (adj) summary (n) usage (n) vertical (adj) 1.

What will the result be if in the future we assume… 3.

Then take one word from the box on the left and combine this with one from the box on the right to make a collocation.

Then try to match your combinations with the spaces in the sentences below: new analyse leading status responsibility role ultimate valid marital concept the hypothesis results dimension establish new initial temperature reason reverse tense constant a link atmosphere results minimum put forward the verdict requirement 1.

I like your essay, but I want you to illustrate… 2.

Then try to match your combinations with the spaces in the sentences below: new analyse leading status responsibility role ultimate valid marital concept the hypothesis results dimension establish new initial temperature reason reverse tense constant a link atmosphere results minimum put forward the verdict requirement 1.

At first, the police viewed the crimes as random… 11.

It may be the case that no solution is possible, given the magnitude… 12.

There has been a major road accident, involving / including 23 cars and 16 lorries.

The investigation was stopped because the witnesses could not identify… a. …theories, from which they have to select the most convincing. b. …happiness in many different ways. c. …that nearly everyone has access to a motor car? d. …the programs they use are becoming much easier to operate. e. …a sun tan with health and youthfulness. f. …the man they had seen commit the robbery. g. …language learning for international students. h. …at a cost of over £8 billion. i. …of this problem. j. ...

Increasingly, the design of buildings is being adjusted / modified to allow easier access for disabled people.

The United Kingdom makes / publishes more books than any other country.

Although the world is getting warmer slowly, the increase in temperature varies / fluctuates from country to country.

University regulations state that students must pass 18 modules to graduate.

The investigation was stopped because the witnesses could not identify… a. …theories, from which they have to select the most convincing. b. …happiness in many different ways. c. …that nearly everyone has access to a motor car? d. …the programs they use are becoming much easier to operate. e. …a sun tan with health and youthfulness. f. …the man they had seen commit the robbery. g. …language learning for international students. h. …at a cost of over £8 billion. i. …of this problem. j. ...

Then try to match your combinations with the spaces in the sentences below: new analyse leading status responsibility role ultimate valid marital concept the hypothesis results dimension establish new initial temperature reason reverse tense constant a link atmosphere results minimum put forward the verdict requirement 1.

Remember that you may need to change the form or in some cases the grammatical class of the word: comply with (v) conclude (v) equivalent (adj) guarantee (n) imply (v) method (n) obvious (adj) presume (v) proceed (v) require (v) specify (v) sum (n) 1.

Many people think that oil will run out in the next 100 years, but they are assuming that we will continue to use oil at the same rate as today.

Assessment on this course includes / consists of coursework (30%) and examinations (70%).

Following the demonstrations by thousands of students, there was a very _________________ _________________ in the capital, with many choosing to leave the city and head for the countryside.

Increasingly, the design of buildings is being adjusted / modified to allow easier access for disabled people.

Unit One 1c – Finish the sentence Choose the best ending for each of the sentence extracts below from the list underneath: 1.

If you submit work late, you will lose marks and may even be given a fail grade, unless you have a _________________ _________________ such as illness.

University regulations state that students must pass 18 modules to graduate.

Then try to match your combinations with the spaces in the sentences below: new analyse leading status responsibility role ultimate valid marital concept the hypothesis results dimension establish new initial temperature reason reverse tense constant a link atmosphere results minimum put forward the verdict requirement 1.

Although not exactly identical, the two books are so _____________________ to each other that one author must have copied much of his book from the other.

There has been a major road accident, involving / including 23 cars and 16 lorries.

Remember that you may need to change the form or in some cases the grammatical class of the word: comply with (v) conclude (v) equivalent (adj) guarantee (n) imply (v) method (n) obvious (adj) presume (v) proceed (v) require (v) specify (v) sum (n) 1.

The lack of extra student accommodation restricted / narrowed the expansion in student numbers which the university was planning.

The _____________________ of drugs has increased significantly in spite of more severe penalties such as longer prison sentences.

Unit One 1b – Choose the right word In each of the sentences below, decide which word in bold is more suitable.

Many students acquire / derive a great deal of enjoyment and satisfaction from their time at university.

There has been a major road accident, involving / including 23 cars and 16 lorries.

In spite of warnings about cancer, many Westerners equate… 9.

Then try to match your combinations with the spaces in the sentences below: new analyse leading status responsibility role ultimate valid marital concept the hypothesis results dimension establish new initial temperature reason reverse tense constant a link atmosphere results minimum put forward the verdict requirement 1.

The investigation was stopped because the witnesses could not identify… a. …theories, from which they have to select the most convincing. b. …happiness in many different ways. c. …that nearly everyone has access to a motor car? d. …the programs they use are becoming much easier to operate. e. …a sun tan with health and youthfulness. f. …the man they had seen commit the robbery. g. …language learning for international students. h. …at a cost of over £8 billion. i. …of this problem. j. ...

Remember that you may need to change the form or in some cases the grammatical class of the word: comply with (v) conclude (v) equivalent (adj) guarantee (n) imply (v) method (n) obvious (adj) presume (v) proceed (v) require (v) specify (v) sum (n) 1.

Unit One 1a – Fill in the gaps From the following list, use each word only once to complete the sentences below.

In political terms, the Middle East is one of the most unstable __________________________ of the world. a. locations b. places c. regions 13.

Remember that you may need to change the form or in some cases the grammatical class of the word: comply with (v) conclude (v) equivalent (adj) guarantee (n) imply (v) method (n) obvious (adj) presume (v) proceed (v) require (v) specify (v) sum (n) 1.

Computers can be difficult to repair because there may be hundreds of different ________________ inside. a. components b. pieces c. parts 8.

Students may be asked to compare many alternative… 4.

Remember that in the case of nouns and verbs you may need to change the form of the word: arbitrary (adj) assign (v) context (n) criterion (n) data (n) denote (v) devise (v) formulate (v) ignore (v) impact (n) similar (adj) summary (n) usage (n) vertical (adj) 1.

The investigation was stopped because the witnesses could not identify… a. …theories, from which they have to select the most convincing. b. …happiness in many different ways. c. …that nearly everyone has access to a motor car? d. …the programs they use are becoming much easier to operate. e. …a sun tan with health and youthfulness. f. …the man they had seen commit the robbery. g. …language learning for international students. h. …at a cost of over £8 billion. i. …of this problem. j. ...

The lack of extra student accommodation restricted / narrowed the expansion in student numbers which the university was planning.

Remember that you may need to change the form or in some cases the grammatical class of the word: comply with (v) conclude (v) equivalent (adj) guarantee (n) imply (v) method (n) obvious (adj) presume (v) proceed (v) require (v) specify (v) sum (n) 1.

Then try to match your combinations with the spaces in the sentences below: new analyse leading status responsibility role ultimate valid marital concept the hypothesis results dimension establish new initial temperature reason reverse tense constant a link atmosphere results minimum put forward the verdict requirement 1.

On the basis of the latest survey, we know that most people have a very negative / bleak view of politicians and their parties.

The Prime Minister set up a committee of financial experts to help him discuss and _________________ new policies.

Then try to match your combinations with the spaces in the sentences below: new analyse leading status responsibility role ultimate valid marital concept the hypothesis results dimension establish new initial temperature reason reverse tense constant a link atmosphere results minimum put forward the verdict requirement 1.

Market researchers use _________________________ such as people's spending patterns as well as information about age and occupation to decide on the most effective marketing strategies.

The investigation was stopped because the witnesses could not identify… a. …theories, from which they have to select the most convincing. b. …happiness in many different ways. c. …that nearly everyone has access to a motor car? d. …the programs they use are becoming much easier to operate. e. …a sun tan with health and youthfulness. f. …the man they had seen commit the robbery. g. …language learning for international students. h. …at a cost of over £8 billion. i. …of this problem. j. ...

The investigation was stopped because the witnesses could not identify… a. …theories, from which they have to select the most convincing. b. …happiness in many different ways. c. …that nearly everyone has access to a motor car? d. …the programs they use are becoming much easier to operate. e. …a sun tan with health and youthfulness. f. …the man they had seen commit the robbery. g. …language learning for international students. h. …at a cost of over £8 billion. i. …of this problem. j. …them t...

Following the bank raid, the police followed / pursued the robbers but were unable to catch them.

The investigation was stopped because the witnesses could not identify… a. …theories, from which they have to select the most convincing. b. …happiness in many different ways. c. …that nearly everyone has access to a motor car? d. …the programs they use are becoming much easier to operate. e. …a sun tan with health and youthfulness. f. …the man they had seen commit the robbery. g. …language learning for international students. h. …at a cost of over £8 billion. i. …of this problem. j. …them t...

Remember that you may need to change the form or in some cases the grammatical class of the word: comply with (v) conclude (v) equivalent (adj) guarantee (n) imply (v) method (n) obvious (adj) presume (v) proceed (v) require (v) specify (v) sum (n) 1.

Many people were killed instantly at Hiroshima and Nagasaki, but thousands more died from _________________ radiation sickness. a. succeeding b. following c. subsequent 10.

The investigation was stopped because the witnesses could not identify… a. …theories, from which they have to select the most convincing. b. …happiness in many different ways. c. …that nearly everyone has access to a motor car? d. …the programs they use are becoming much easier to operate. e. …a sun tan with health and youthfulness. f. …the man they had seen commit the robbery. g. …language learning for international students. h. …at a cost of over £8 billion. i. …of this problem. j. ...

Although computers are becoming increasingly complex,… 13.

If you submit work late, you will lose marks and may even be given a fail grade, unless you have a _________________ _________________ such as illness.

Surprisingly perhaps, the biggest _________________________ health risk for tourists travelling abroad is actually road traffic accidents. a. potential b. possible c. theoretical 6.

On the basis of the latest survey, we know that most people have a very negative / bleak view of politicians and their parties.

Then try to match your combinations with the spaces in the sentences below: new analyse leading status responsibility role ultimate valid marital concept the hypothesis results dimension establish new initial temperature reason reverse tense constant a link atmosphere results minimum put forward the verdict requirement 1.

One student failed because he completely ________________________ the instructions on the paper, although they appeared at the top of every page.

Surprisingly perhaps, the biggest _________________________ health risk for tourists travelling abroad is actually road traffic accidents. a. potential b. possible c. theoretical 6.

Unit One 1b – Choose the right word In each of the sentences below, decide which word in bold is more suitable.

In many parts of the world, people are becoming more worried about the danger of pollution and its effect on the environment / ecology.

We use the term "class" to _________________________ groups of people who share the same social and economic backgrounds.

If a company does not observe health and safety laws, it may be fined very heavily if any of its workers are injured.

Although it is impossible to give a _________________________ age, we believe that the woman was between 25 and 30 when she died. a. definite b. certain c. absolute 4.

Market researchers use _________________________ such as people's spending patterns as well as information about age and occupation to decide on the most effective marketing strategies.

When some scientists originally _________________ _________________ known as global warming, the idea was not taken seriously, and yet today it is accepted by nearly everyone.

Don't forget to keep a record of the words and expressions that you have learnt, review your notes from time to time and try to use new vocabulary items whenever possible.

One student failed because he completely ________________________ the instructions on the paper, although they appeared at the top of every page.

In newspapers, the layout of the columns is _____________________, while the rows run across the page horizontally.

The rise in the number of deaths from AIDS has had a very significant _____________________ on people's sexual behaviour.

Students are expected not just to describe what they have done but also to _________________ _________________ when they write a research report.

The Channel Tunnel between France and England was constructed… 5.

The fact that crime increases when unemployment goes up seems to ____________________ suggest a link between the two.

The investigation was stopped because the witnesses could not identify… a. …theories, from which they have to select the most convincing. b. …happiness in many different ways. c. …that nearly everyone has access to a motor car? d. …the programs they use are becoming much easier to operate. e. …a sun tan with health and youthfulness. f. …the man they had seen commit the robbery. g. …language learning for international students. h. …at a cost of over £8 billion. i. …of this problem. j. ...

Water is made up of two _______________________, namely oxygen and hydrogen. a. sections b. aspects c. elements 7.

Water is made up of two _______________________, namely oxygen and hydrogen. a. sections b. aspects c. elements 7.

It may be the case that no solution is possible, given the magnitude… 12.

In some instances, a Court of Appeal may _________________ _________________ reached at the first trial and released somebody who has been wrongly held in prison.

Then try to match your combinations with the spaces in the sentences below: new analyse leading status responsibility role ultimate valid marital concept the hypothesis results dimension establish new initial temperature reason reverse tense constant a link atmosphere results minimum put forward the verdict requirement 1.

Remember that you may need to change the form or in some cases the grammatical class of the word: comply with (v) conclude (v) equivalent (adj) guarantee (n) imply (v) method (n) obvious (adj) presume (v) proceed (v) require (v) specify (v) sum (n) 1.

Remember that in the case of nouns and verbs you may need to change the form of the word: arbitrary (adj) assign (v) context (n) criterion (n) data (n) denote (v) devise (v) formulate (v) ignore (v) impact (n) similar (adj) summary (n) usage (n) vertical (adj) 1.

Remember that you may need to change the form or in some cases the grammatical class of the word: comply with (v) conclude (v) equivalent (adj) guarantee (n) imply (v) method (n) obvious (adj) presume (v) proceed (v) require (v) specify (v) sum (n) 1.

The clothing of men and women used to be quite ___________________________, whereas today women often wear trousers as well as men. a. distinct b. diverse c. distinguished 11.

Water is made up of two _______________________, namely oxygen and hydrogen. a. sections b. aspects c. elements 7.

If a company does not observe health and safety laws, it may be fined very heavily if any of its workers are injured.

Then try to match your combinations with the spaces in the sentences below: new analyse leading status responsibility role ultimate valid marital concept the hypothesis results dimension establish new initial temperature reason reverse tense constant a link atmosphere results minimum put forward the verdict requirement 1.

Although it is impossible to give a _________________________ age, we believe that the woman was between 25 and 30 when she died. a. definite b. certain c. absolute 4.

During the 1970's and 1980's, it became increasingly evident / visible that companies in the West were uncompetitive.

The _____________________ of drugs has increased significantly in spite of more severe penalties such as longer prison sentences.

Although it is not very big, the library has an excellent range / variety of books, journals and other resources for study.

During the 1970's and 1980's, it became increasingly evident / visible that companies in the West were uncompetitive.

Surprisingly perhaps, the biggest _________________________ health risk for tourists travelling abroad is actually road traffic accidents. a. potential b. possible c. theoretical 6.

Water is made up of two _______________________, namely oxygen and hydrogen. a. sections b. aspects c. elements 7.

The investigation was stopped because the witnesses could not identify… a. …theories, from which they have to select the most convincing. b. …happiness in many different ways. c. …that nearly everyone has access to a motor car? d. …the programs they use are becoming much easier to operate. e. …a sun tan with health and youthfulness. f. …the man they had seen commit the robbery. g. …language learning for international students. h. …at a cost of over £8 billion. i. …of this problem. j. …them t...

Then try to match your combinations with the spaces in the sentences below: new analyse leading status responsibility role ultimate valid marital concept the hypothesis results dimension establish new initial temperature reason reverse tense constant a link atmosphere results minimum put forward the verdict requirement 1.

Remember that you may need to change the form or in some cases the grammatical class of the word: comply with (v) conclude (v) equivalent (adj) guarantee (n) imply (v) method (n) obvious (adj) presume (v) proceed (v) require (v) specify (v) sum (n) 1.

In some instances, a Court of Appeal may _________________ _________________ reached at the first trial and released somebody who has been wrongly held in prison.

Increasingly, the design of buildings is being adjusted / modified to allow easier access for disabled people.

At the end of her talk, the lecturer finished with a brief review of the main points. 1e – Choose the best word For each of the sentences here, choose the best word from a, b or c: 1.

There has been a major road accident, involving / including 23 cars and 16 lorries.

Unfortunately, although the _________________ _________________ were very promising, the project failed in the long run because of a lack of interest.

Following the demonstrations by thousands of students, there was a very _________________ _________________ in the capital, with many choosing to leave the city and head for the countryside.

In political terms, the Middle East is one of the most unstable __________________________ of the world. a. locations b. places c. regions 13.

The investigation was stopped because the witnesses could not identify… a. …theories, from which they have to select the most convincing. b. …happiness in many different ways. c. …that nearly everyone has access to a motor car? d. …the programs they use are becoming much easier to operate. e. …a sun tan with health and youthfulness. f. …the man they had seen commit the robbery. g. …language learning for international students. h. …at a cost of over £8 billion. i. …of this problem. j. ...

Rather than try to treat it, the best _________________________ to the problem of poor public health may be to attempt to prevent it. a. way b. method c. approach 5.

Although it is not very big, the library has an excellent range / variety of books, journals and other resources for study.

Surprisingly perhaps, the biggest _________________________ health risk for tourists travelling abroad is actually road traffic accidents. a. potential b. possible c. theoretical 6.

The investigation was stopped because the witnesses could not identify… a. …theories, from which they have to select the most convincing. b. …happiness in many different ways. c. …that nearly everyone has access to a motor car? d. …the programs they use are becoming much easier to operate. e. …a sun tan with health and youthfulness. f. …the man they had seen commit the robbery. g. …language learning for international students. h. …at a cost of over £8 billion. i. …of this problem. j. …them t...

The Prime Minister set up a committee of financial experts to help him discuss and _________________ new policies.

Engineers have played a _________________ _________________ in improving our health by giving us clean water supplies, perhaps more so than doctors.

The lack of extra student accommodation restricted / narrowed the expansion in student numbers which the university was planning.

In this first assignment, we will _______________________ your work and then give you detailed feedback on how to improve your writing. a. assess b. judge c. measure 2.

At the bottom of the ocean, the water remains at a _________________ _________________ irrespective of changing weather conditions at the surface.

On the form, please give your name, nationality, address and indicate your _________________ _________________.

At the bottom of the ocean, the water remains at a _________________ _________________ irrespective of changing weather conditions at the surface.

In some instances, a Court of Appeal may _________________ _________________ reached at the first trial and released somebody who has been wrongly held in prison.

For many years, $4 was equal to £1.

Unit One 1a – Fill in the gaps From the following list, use each word only once to complete the sentences below.

The lecturer gave the students a 10 minute break before continuing with ____________________ the rest of her lecture.

Remember that in the case of nouns and verbs you may need to change the form of the word: arbitrary (adj) assign (v) context (n) criterion (n) data (n) denote (v) devise (v) formulate (v) ignore (v) impact (n) similar (adj) summary (n) usage (n) vertical (adj) 1.

Rather than try to treat it, the best _________________________ to the problem of poor public health may be to attempt to prevent it. a. way b. method c. approach 5.

The Prime Minister set up a committee of financial experts to help him discuss and _________________ new policies.

We use the term "class" to _________________________ groups of people who share the same social and economic backgrounds.

Although not exactly identical, the two books are so _____________________ to each other that one author must have copied much of his book from the other.

At the bottom of the ocean, the water remains at a _________________ _________________ irrespective of changing weather conditions at the surface.

The investigation was stopped because the witnesses could not identify… a. …theories, from which they have to select the most convincing. b. …happiness in many different ways. c. …that nearly everyone has access to a motor car? d. …the programs they use are becoming much easier to operate. e. …a sun tan with health and youthfulness. f. …the man they had seen commit the robbery. g. …language learning for international students. h. …at a cost of over £8 billion. i. …of this problem. j. …them t...

Many people think that oil will run out in the next 100 years, but they are assuming that we will continue to use oil at the same rate as today.

What will the result be if in the future we assume… 3.