CAE unit 1 use of English vocabulary
Анастасия Старусева CAE unit 1 use of English vocabulary
Match the phrases to create fixed expressions:
dream of getting into Oxford
a recent study
to the authority of the government
it was a real challenge
their desire to maintain healthy cash reserves
Many church leaders express
revealed that unprocessed red meat also carries a significant risk to your health
I did not achieve my ultimate
The problem was psychological rather
than physiological.
You can use milk instead
of cream in this recipe
Which word doesn't collocate with reveal?
.... a secret
a report....
.... the truth
....your identity
a study...
ALL OPTIONS ARE POSSIBLE
Which word doesn't collocate with a ____ flight?
domestic
direct
long-distance
seasonal
long-haul
ALL OPTIONS ARE POSSIBLE
Which word doesn't collocate with ______ experience?
vast
wide
extensive
ALL OPTIONS ARE POSSIBLE
rich
Which word doesn't collocate with ____ impact?
huge
big
strong
powerful
low
Which word doesn't collocate with ____ degree of flexibility?
great
high
big
ALL OPTIONS ARE POSSIBLE
certain
Which word doesn't collocate with _____ pressure?
put
constant
heavy
blood
relieve
apply
ALL OPTIONS ARE POSSIBLE
Which word doesn't collocate with _____ reputation?
big
unrivalled
excellent
earn
build
live up to its
Which word doesn't collocate with _____ competition?
fierce
intense
enter
stiff
tough
ALL OPTIONS ARE POSSIBLE
Which word doesn't collocate with ____ increase (a noun)?
strong
dramatic
considerable
wage
tax
steady
significant
Which word is a synonym to reveal
Which word is a synonym to opt?
Which word is a synonym to say or pronounce?
Which word is a synonym to a premise?
Complete the text with the correct word. The gaps should be filled with words, NOT LETTERS!
When doing the exercise, try to find an explanation to why you're choosing this particular option, consult with a dictionary if needed.
Select 6 words or expressions you find the most difficult and make up 6 questions with them. We'll discuss the questions during our next class:
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