ESL Blues

Progress Test Higher Levels 4

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Question 1 of 10

1. Choose the correct response. In some cases there is more than one, or none at all:

The theories of Adam Smith were developed when the standard of _____ of the average citizen was one tenth of what it is today.

Question 2 of 10

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If there's _____ I can help you in this matter, let me know. I have a lot of influential friends.

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I've saved all my life and now I feel secure financially. If I don't do anything stupid, my money will never _____.

Question 4 of 10

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What's the _____ of working like slaves if there is no guarantee that we will get paid for our efforts.

Question 5 of 10

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The government's handling of the protest only fuels more unrest, and is unlikely to _____ the anger.

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While running away from the wasps, _____ twice behind my knee through a thick layer of blue denim jeans.

Question 7 of 10

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Planning a walk in the jungle? It _____ to carry a bee-sting kit (epinephrine ["adrenaline"] and hypodermic syringes) and to know how to use them.

Question 8 of 10

8. Choose the correct response. In some cases there is more than one, or none at all:

When you come across a wasp's nest, it is recommended to _____.

Question 9 of 10

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I touched the plant and had an immediate allergic reaction. The itch lasted for a few days with the effect gradually _____.

Question 10 of 10

10. Choose the correct response. In some cases there is more than one, or none at all:

Many conservative politicians think all social ills can be cured with tax cuts and the so-called efficiency of multi-national corporations. I, _____, disagree.

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