Grammar
Correct the mistake(s).
Where you usually go on vacation?
Where do you usually go on vacation?
We need auxiliary verbs for questions.
Use in a sentence.
foolproof
foolproof. - Well-designed or simple that it cannot go wrong
Choose the word with different sound [i].
injury
striped
silk
blister
striped /aɪ/
You want your potential future employer to believe that you have a genuine interest in working for the organization.
(adj.) possible: ______
potential
Match the word with a definition.
Dress appropriately for an interview.
a) in a suitable way
b) in a stylish, formal suit
appropriately. - in a suitable way
Remove unnecessary words.
Some people believe in ghosts, but others don't believe in ghosts.
Some people believe in ghosts, but others don't.
✕ believe in ghosts
Use auxiliary verbs to end sentences and avoid repetition.
Use in a sentence.
jobseekers
jobseekers. - People who are actively looking for a job.
Choose the word with different sound [ch].
ache
choke
change
matches
ache /k/
When you are asked about your abilities and experience, steer clear of typical answers such as I have great communication skills or I'm a people person.
(phrase) avoid: ______
steer clear
Match the word with a definition.
I can deliver enough value for this position...
a) how expensive something is
b) how much something is worth compared with its price
value. - how much something is worth compared with its price
Complete with a tag question.
You couldn't lend me some money, ______ you?
You couldn't lend me some money, could you?
Identify the sentence type (+) (−) and invert the auxiliary.
Guess the compound adjective.
Easily made angry or annoyed.
bad-tempered
Choose the word with different sound [u].
cough
flu
suit
loose
cough /ɔ/
Do you usually slouch or sit up straight in a chair, or do you sometimes fiddle with a pen?
(verb) keep touching something because you are nervous: ______
fiddle
Match the word with a definition.
You can often stake out the front door, ...
a) watch secretly
b) watch illegally
stake out. - watch secretly
Complete with a comparative adj.
The ______ we set off, the ______ chance we'll have of avoiding the rush hour traffic.
The earlier we set off, the better chance we'll have of avoiding the rush hour traffic.
This pattern expresses cause and effect:
[the + comparative, the + comparative]
Guess the compound adjective.
Dishonest about your feelings; telling people what you think will please them.
two-faced
Choose the stressed syllable.
big|hea|ded (big-headed)
Second syllable.
Choose the correct answer.
Some people complain about my kids, but I think they're pretty / a little well-behaved.
Some people complain about my kids, but I think they're pretty well-behaved.
Compound adjectives are usually modified by "pretty", "very", or "quite" when you want to express degree.
Complete with a word.
slightly • potentially • willing
I sometimes ______ exaggerate when I talk about my experience.
I sometimes slightly exaggerate when I talk about my experience.
Complete the question.
• Are there any tickets left for the concert tonight?
• Do you know...?
Do you know if/whether there are any tickets left for the concert tonight?
Use if/whether in 'yes/no questions' and switch back to normal sentence order.
Guess the missing word.
The strange geology of Mars continues to b _ f _ _ _ scientists.
The strange geology of Mars continues to baffle scientists.
baffle. - to confuse, puzzle, or completely bewilder someone.
Choose the stressed syllable.
in|cre|di|bly (incredibly)
Second syllable.
Choose the correct answer.
I get along well with my boss. He's very / rather easygoing.
I get along well with my boss. He's very easygoing.
"Very" is a common intensifier used with positive adjectives.
Complete with a word.
caught • potentially • willing
You need to show that you are ______ to learn.
You need to show that you are willing to learn.