Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to

the underlined word in each of the following questions:

Question 1. [NTL] The doctor will allow the patient to resume physical activities after a full
recovery.
A. prohibit B. permit C. restrict D. influence
Question 2. [NTL] In this culture, showing politeness to elders is considered a sign of respect.
A. rudeness B. arrogance C. pessimism D. courtesy
Question 3. [NTL] It's important to use appropriate language when communicating with different
audiences.
A. mature B. suitable C. harmful D. modest
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning
to the underlined word in each of the following questions:
Question 4. [NTL] The vacation at the tropical resort was a marvelous experience, filled with
relaxation and fun activities.
A. fantastic B. ordinary C. incredible D. splendid
Question 5. [NTL] The company hired a team of experts to assist with the implementation of the
new software.
A. hamper B. facilitate C. simplify D. aid
Question 6. [NTL] She has shown considerable improvement in her piano skills over the past few
months.
A. minor B. noticeable C. tremendous D. terrible
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the
following questions.
Question 7. [NTL] Body language is a potent form of __________ communication.
A. verbal B. non-verbal C. spoken D. oral
Question 8. [NTL] Our teacher often said, "Who knows the answer? __________ your hand."
A. Rise B. Lift C. Raise D. Heighten
Question 9. [NTL] You’ll get into big trouble in Japan if you use __________ language with a
person older than you unless they’re family.
A. non-verbal B. verbal C. informal D. formal
Question 10. [NTL] If you want to __________ waiter’s attention, raise your hand slightly.
A. attract B. take C. meet D. have
Question 11. [NTL] You should __________ more attention to what your teacher explains.
A. make B. get C. set D. pay
Question 12. [NTL] There has been a __________ increase in the cost of living in our city over the
past year.
A. slight B. right C. bright D. tight
Question 13. [NTL] One of the penalties of fame is that people __________ at you in the street.
A. guide B. point C. raise D. tell
Question 14. [NTL] She listened sympathetically, __________ her head now and again.
A. rocking B. jumping C. nodding D. pointing
Question 15. [NTL] The customer complained to the manager about the __________ of an

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A. discourtesy B. politeness C. distribution D. understanding
Question 16. [NTL] There are times when pointing at someone is perfectly __________, such as
when a teacher wants to get someone’s attention in class.
A. offensive B. improper C. indecent D. acceptable
Question 17. [NTL] People sometimes __________ when they are surprised, to get someone’s
attention, or to show they are impressed.
A. whisper B. nod C. whistle D. sneeze
Question 18. [NTL] The CEO's leadership helped the company __________ the crisis and emerge
stronger.
A. conduct B. order C. deal D. handle
Question 19. [NTL] She had to __________ with a challenging situation at work that required
quick decision-making.
A. conduct B. order C. deal D. handle
Question 20. [NTL] The president will make a __________ visit to Britain before returning home.
A. tiny B. brief C. fast D. little
Question 21. [NTL] Speaking before thinking in Vietnamese culture is __________ to be as
detrimental as committing harmful actions without any thought to the outcome.
A. considered B. contained C. neglected D. disregarded
Question 22. [NTL] You've passed your exam? That's __________!
A. terrified B. terrible C. terrific D. temperate
Question 23. [NTL] After one or two __________ remarks about her hosts, she got to the main part
of her speech.
A. complementary B. complimentary C. complicated D. complex
Question 24. [NTL] The hotel offers a(n) __________ breakfast and evening cocktails.
A. obligatory B. complimentary C. disciplinary D. compulsory
Question 25. [NTL] During the meeting, he __________ his hand to voice his opinion on the
proposed changes.
A. raised B. increased C. rose D. showed
Question 26. [NTL] After winning multiple awards, he's now considered a big __________ in the
world of literature.
A. sound B. noise C. crash D. melody
Question 27. [NTL] The rainy weather did not affect her mood __________ the slightest; she
enjoyed the cozy atmosphere indoors.
A. on B. of C. in D. under
Question 28. [NTL] All things __________, it was a successful event, despite the initial challenges
we faced.
A. thought B. considered C. concerned D. seen
Question 29. [NTL] After the unexpected viral video, he rode a __________ of internet fame for a
brief period.
A. tide B. sea C. wave D. current
Question 30. [NTL] __________ brief, the project is behind schedule, and we need to find a
solution quickly.
A. In B. On C. To D. With
Question 31. [NTL] During the award ceremony, the director __________ the actors a compliment
for their outstanding performances.
A. gave B. spoke C. paid D. brought
Question 32. [NTL] When planning the event, we need to __________ allowance for unexpected
weather changes.
A. make B. do C. have D. give
Question 33. [NTL] He always keeps his car as clean as a __________, both inside and out.
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Question 34. [NTL] __________ all probability, it will rain later this afternoon based on the dark
clouds gathering in the sky.
A. At B. In C. For D. To
Question 35. [NTL] Although I spoke to him many times, he never paid any __________ to what I
said.
A. notice B. care C. mind D. attention
Question 36. [NTL] I get on very well with my roommate now; we never have any __________.
A. arguments B. compliments C. acquaintances D. agreements
Question 37. [NTL] To solve the complex problem, we need to __________ an approach that
involves collaboration and data analysis.
A. adhere B. arrest C. adopt D. arise
Question 38. [NTL] The coach raised his hand to give the __________ for the players to start the
game.
A. symbol B. view C. sight D. signal
Question 39. [NTL] The boy waved his hands to his mother, who was standing at the school gate to
__________ her attention.
A. attract B. pull C. follow D. tempt
Question 40. [NTL] If you __________ your hand or you move your hand from side to side in the
air, usually in order to say hello or goodbye to someone.
A. thumb B. sway C.wave D. pulsate
Question 41. [NTL] This machine can __________ and receive faxes, but it's unlike any other fax
modem I've ever seen.
A. send B. throw C. mail D. post
Question 42. [NTL] Sometimes tears can __________ feelings easier than words.
A. say B. speak C. express D. tell
Question 43. [NTL] Examples of cyberbullying can range from __________ on instant messages to
photos shared without permission.
A. compliments B. insults C. admirations D. applauses
Question 44. [NTL] When we are in a classroom, it is expected that we __________ our hand
when we have something to say or have a question to ask.
A. rise B. raise C. increase D. arise
Question 45. [NTL] Tommy, please don't __________ your fingers like that at me. If you want to
attract my attention, just raise your hand, and I'll come over to you when I have a chance.
A. crack B. snap C. grab D. roar
Question 46. [NTL] My allergies are so bad right now that I have to __________ my nose
constantly just to be able to breathe.
A. thumb B. sway C. blow D. pulsate
Question 47. [NTL] She __________ her hands with excitement when she heard the good news.
A. clapped B. punched C. bent D. knocked
Question 48. [NTL] His hand __________ signaled for everyone to be silent during the meeting.
A. feeling B. gesture C. emotion D. breath
Question 49. [NTL] The manager's refusal to address the employee's concerns was seen as a
__________ mistake in handling the situation.
A. good B. green C. grid D. grave
Question 50. [NTL] Living in the __________ city offers the convenience of being close to work
and entertainment, but it can also come with higher living costs.
A. inner B. inside C. indoor D. inward