1. Find the phrase that has the same meaning as the underlined phrase given in the text.

My uncle wants to go climbing with us but he is over seventy now. I know that sounds crazy but he says that he is very healthy and strong.

2. In recent years, the competition between oil companies became _________, sometimes to the point of international crisis and sanctions.

3. There were three of our players out there. Unfortunately, our best players, who looked __________ under pressure from their more experienced opponent, were also making mistakes they wouldn't make under normal circumstances.

4. Sophia has been always __________ about her grand achievements. When I look at her, I see a woman who is really aware of her own strengths and weaknesses but doesn't let these things inflate her ego or define her life.

5. Trustworthy people are the same at work, at home, and everywhere else—they don't pretend to be someone else. They are also helpful and value people's time and efforts.  You can trust them because they have strong moral principles that they follow.

Which of the following characteristics can not belong to a trustworthy person?

6. Arrogant people are often intolerant of questioning or criticism. They are intolerant because they think of themselves as special authorities. So, ıf you criticize or question them, this is seen as a treat for them. That's why they respond to it angrily. Arrogant people think they are more important than other people so must have special privileges. They have also an extremely strong need to look good. The slightest offense can make them get mad at you. You should be careful while talking about their appearance and intelligence, or anything else relating to their self-image.

Which of the following versions of you may not be an arrogant person according to the text above?

7. What are the benefits of traveling during __________?

1. You don't need to make reservations months in advance since hotels are not full.
2. You can take the advantage of the seasonal discounts.
3. The flights can be considerably less expensive than they normally would be.

8. Find the synonym for the underlined phrase in the sentence given below.

May I add the France Air Europa to your list of low-cost European airlines?

9. He said to me that they had been friends. That was why he had stupidly made the mistake of giving them your address in Sydney. It sounded like a _________ enough excuse to me. I think I will forgive him.

10. I would like to say a __________ thank you to everyone who has come to support our candidates and the great work they've done against the risk of nuclear proliferation in our country.