Vocabulary B2
Choose the correct word: Despite / Although the rain, we continued the picnic.
Despite the rain, we continued the picnic.
Complete the sentence:
It was a very __________ performance. (impress)
impressive
Complete the sentence:
The manager's decision was highly __________ by the staff. (controversy)
controversial
Complete the sentence:
She’s very __________—she always smiles and says hello. (friend)
friendly
What is the difference between "economic" and "economical"?
"Economic" relates to the economy (e.g., economic growth), while "economical" means cost-effective or not wasteful (e.g., an economical car).
If I ______ more time, I would travel the world.
a) have
b) had
c) will have
d) would have
b) had
She was promoted, not only because of her skills but also ______ she showed great leadership.
because
I’m really looking forward ______ the concert on Friday.
a) for
b) to
c) at
d) about
b) to
What is the opposite of “encourage”? Use both in a sentence.
discourage
He didn’t go to the party, ______ he had promised to.
although
Had he known about the traffic, he ______ earlier.
a) left
b) would leave
c) would have left
d) had left
c) would have left
He couldn’t go to school ______ he was ill.
because
What does the word "inevitable" mean? Translate it.
"Inevitable" means something that cannot be avoided.
Example: It was inevitable that he would find out the truth sooner or later.
They started working here in 2010.
Use: "since"
They have been working here since 2010.
Complete the sentence:
The CEO gave a very __________ speech about the future of the company. (inspire)
inspiring
Match the word to its synonym:
"angry" – a) tired, b) furious, c) excited, d) nervous
b) furious