Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the
following questions.
Question 1. [NTL] After finishing the online course, I received a _________ of completion that I
can showcase on my resume.
A. certificate B. degree C. diploma D. license
Question 2. [NTL] Candidates applying for this position must have a master’s _________ in
science.
A. degree B. diploma C. license D. certificate
Question 3. [NTL] In many countries, obtaining a high school _________ is a prerequisite for
pursuing higher education at universities and colleges.
A. degree B. diploma C. license D. certificate
Question 4. [NTL] Sarah finally obtained her driver's _________ after months of practicing and
passing the driving test on her third attempt.
A. degree B. diploma C. license D. certificate
Question 5. [NTL] The university announced an increase in tuition __________ for the upcoming
academic year.
A. costs B. prices C. fees D. tickets
Question 6. [NTL] Implementing energy-efficient technologies helped the factory reduce its
operating __________.
A. costs B. prices C. fees D. tickets
Question 7. [NTL] After ignoring warnings about the risks of reckless spending, Sarah had to pay
the __________ when she found herself deep in debt.
A. cost B. price C. fee D. ticket
Question 8. [NTL] Despite her efforts to drive cautiously, Maria couldn't avoid getting a speeding
__________ when she accidentally exceeded the speed limit on the highway.
A. cost B. price C. fee D. ticket
Question 9. [NTL] The stadium was filled with enthusiastic _________ cheering for their
favorite team.
A. viewers B. audience C. spectators D. witnesses
Question 10. [NTL] The singer thanked the _________ for their applause and support after each
song during the concert, creating a warm atmosphere in the venue.
A. viewers B. audience C. spectators D. witnesses
Question 11. [NTL] The police interviewed multiple _________ to the accident to gather
information and determine the cause of the collision.
A. viewers B. audience C. spectators D. witnesses
Question 12. [NTL] Many television _________ enjoy watching cooking shows to learn new
recipes and cooking techniques.
A. viewers B. audience C. spectators D. witnesses
Question 13. [NTL] I appreciate Mark's honesty and sincerity. He's a _________ person who you
can always rely on.
A. true B. real C. genuine D. natural
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Question 14. [NTL] After years of hard work and dedication, Sarah's dream of becoming a
published author finally came _________ when her debut novel hit the shelves.
A. true B. real C. genuine D. natural
Question 15. [NTL] Tom's addiction to video games became a _________ problem when it started
affecting his grades.
A. true B. real C. genuine D. natural
Question 16. [NTL] Alex's _________ talent for playing the guitar became evident at a young age,
and with practice, he has become quite skilled.
A. true B. real C. genuine D. natural
Question 17. [NTL] Despite being careful, sometimes we make ________, but it's important to
acknowledge them and strive to improve.
A. mistakes B. fouls C. lapses D. faults
Question 18. [NTL] During the exam, I experienced a brief ________ of concentration, which
caused me to miss a crucial question.
A. mistake B. foul C. lapse D. fault
Question 19. [NTL] It's important for athletes to play fair and avoid committing ________ that
could result in penalties for their team.
A. mistakes B. fouls C. lapses D. faults
Question 20. [NTL] The investigation concluded that the company was at ________ for the
environmental damage caused by its improper waste disposal practices.
A. mistake B. foul C. lapse D. fault
Question 21. [NTL] The new building design must ________ to strict energy efficiency
regulations.
A. conform B. comply C. obey D. abide
Question 22. [NTL] It is important for businesses to ________ with environmental regulations to
minimize their impact on the planet.
A. follow B. comply C. obey D. abide
Question 23. [NTL] It is crucial for citizens to ________ traffic laws to ensure road safety for
everyone.
A. conform B. comply C. obey D. abide
Question 24. [NTL] All students are required to ________ by the school's uniform policy.
A. conform B. comply C. obey D. abide
Question 25. [NTL] Investing in employee training and development can help organizations
maintain a competitive _________ in the marketplace.
A. edge B. verge C. side D. site
Question 26. [NTL] The rare species of butterflies found in this region are on the _________ of
extinction due to habitat destruction.
A. edge B. verge C. side D. site
Question 27. [NTL] The doctor warned about possible _________ effects of the chemotherapy,
including hair loss and fatigue.
A. edge B. verge C. side D. site
Question 28. [NTL] Access to the construction _________ is restricted to authorized personnel
only for safety reasons.
A. edge B. verge C. side D. site
Question 29. [NTL] As the team leader, it's your _________ to delegate tasks and ensure that
everyone knows what they need to do.
A. job B. work C. career D. chore
Question 30. [NTL] Every Saturday morning, we divide the household _________ among family
members to ensure that the house stays clean and tidy.
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A. jobs B. works C. careers D. chores
Question 31. [NTL] After completing her degree in engineering, Sarah decided to pursue a
_________ in renewable energy research.
A. job B. work C. career D. chore
Question 32. [NTL] Success doesn't come easily. It requires dedication and hard _________ to
achieve your goals.
A. job B. work C. career D. chore
Question 33. [NTL] As a young athlete, she set her _________ on competing in the Olympics and
trained tirelessly to achieve her dream.
A. scenes B. sights C. glimpses D. views
Question 34. [NTL] The meeting will give people the opportunity to express their _________
about the issue.
A. scenes B. sights C. glimpses D. views
Question 35. [NTL] While walking through the forest, we were lucky to catch a _________ of a
rare bird species.
A. scene B. sight C. glimpse D. view
Question 36. [NTL] The investigators carefully examined the crime _________ for evidence that
could help solve the mystery.
A. scene B. sight C. glimpse D. view
Question 37. [NTL] In order to achieve success, one must be willing to _________ oneself beyond
their comfort zone and take on new challenges.
A. expand B. enhance C. broaden D. extend
Question 38. [NTL] The company plans to _________ the business by opening several new stores
in key locations across the country.
A. expand B. enhance C. broaden D. extend
Question 39. [NTL] Traveling to different countries allowed her to _________ her horizons.
A. expand B. enhance C. broaden D. extend
Question 40. [NTL] This is an opportunity to _________ the reputation of the company.
A. expand B. enhance C. broaden D. extend
Question 41. [NTL] He was too sure of himself to pay ________ to the warnings against the
danger.
A. notice B. attention C. respect D. recognition
Question 42. [NTL] The teacher encouraged the students to take ________ of the beautiful flowers
blooming in the school garden.
A. notice B. attention C. respect D. recognition
Question 43. [NTL] The scientist worked tirelessly for years before her groundbreaking research
began to gain ________ in the academic community.
A. notice B. attention C. respect D. recognition
Question 44. [NTL] The new software is an improvement over the previous version in many
________, offering enhanced features and better performance.
A. notices B. attentions C. respects D. recognition
Question 45. [NTL] Despite the criticism from her peers, she continued to ________ that her
research findings were accurate and significant.
A. conserve B. remain C. maintain D. preserve
Question 46. [NTL] The core values of the company ________ unchanged, even as it expands and
diversifies into new markets.
A. conserve B. remain C. maintain D. preserve
Question 47. [NTL] To ________ energy, the family decided to switch to energy-efficient
appliances and turn off lights when not in use.
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A. conserve B. remain C. maintain D. preserve
Question 48. [NTL] Our grandparents used to ________ vegetables from their garden by pickling
them and keeping them in the cellar.
A. conserve B. remain C. maintain D. preserve
Question 49. [NTL] Starting a restaurant during an economic downturn is a ________ business.
A. risky B. endangered C. harmful D. delicate
Question 50. [NTL] The wildlife reserve is dedicated to protecting ________ species from
extinction.
A. risky B. endangered C. harmful D. delicate
Question 51. [NTL] It's important to read labels and avoid products that contain ________
chemicals, especially when cleaning around children and pets.
A. risky B. endangered C. harmful D. delicate
Question 52. [NTL] Sarah's ________ handling of the situation helped calm down her upset friend
after an argument.
A. risky B. endangered C. harmful D. delicate
Question 53. [NTL] The company faced financial difficulties in ________ of the global economic
downturn
A. effect B. consequence C. conclusion D. result
Question 54. [NTL] The new law will take ________ next month, impacting how businesses
operate in the region.
A. effect B. consequence C. conclusion D. result
Question 55. [NTL] It's important to gather all the facts before you draw a ________ about
someone's character or intentions.
A. effect B. consequence C. conclusion D. result
Question 56. [NTL] Companies are required by law to report their financial ________ on a
quarterly basis.
A. effects B. consequences C. conclusions D. results
Question 57. [NTL] Mr Brown has kindly agreed to spare us some of his ________ time to answer
our questions.
A. valuable B. worthy C. costly D. beneficial
Question 58. [NTL] The student's hard work and progress in learning a new language are truly
________ of attention from the whole class.
A. valuable B. worthy C. costly D. beneficial
Question 59. [NTL] Buying a new car can be very ________, so it's important to save money and
plan carefully.
A. valuable B. worthy C. costly D. beneficial
Question 60. [NTL] Eating a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables is ________ to health and helps
keep your body strong.
A. valuable B. worthy C. costly D. beneficial
Question 61. [NTL] The concert was a huge success, and all ________ went towards funding
music education programs in underprivileged communities.
A. proceeds B. winnings C. savings D. earnings
Question 62. [NTL] She carefully saved her ________ from her summer job to help pay for her
college tuition.
A. proceeds B. winnings C. savings D. earnings
Question 63. [NTL] After years of hard work, he invested his life ________ into starting his own
business, hoping it would secure his future.
A. proceeds B. winnings C. savings D. earnings
Question 64. [NTL] He generously donated half of his lottery ________ to a local charity that
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supports homeless families.
A. proceeds B. winnings C. savings D. earnings
Question 65. [NTL] Quality control is a critical part of the production ________ to ensure that
every product meets the highest standards.
A. process B. schedule C. progress D. practice
Question 66. [NTL] With regular practice and dedication, he started to make ________ in learning
the piano.
A. process B. schedule C. progress D. practice
Question 67. [NTL] Despite her hectic ________, she always finds time to unwind with a good
book before bed.
A. process B. schedule C. progress D. practice
Question 68. [NTL] The theory sounded promising, but in ________, it didn't work as effectively
as anticipated.
A. process B. schedule C. progress D. practice
Question 69. [NTL] They were among the first companies to exploit the ________ of the Internet
A. potential B. prospect C. capacity D. ability
Question 70. [NTL] Despite the rain, the concert drew a(n) ________ crowd of music lovers eager
to see their favorite band perform live.
A. potential B. prospect C. capacity D. ability
Question 71. [NTL] She enrolled in additional courses to enhance her skills and improve her career
________ in the competitive job market.
A. potential B. prospects C. capacities D. abilities
Question 72. [NTL] His job requires good intellectual ________ to solve problems and
communicate effectively with clients.
A. potential B. prospect C. capacity D. ability
Question 73. [NTL] When visiting a new city, it's exciting to see the ________ like famous
landmarks and museums.
A. views B. sights C. visions D. looks
Question 74. [NTL] He inherited his father's good ________, including the same striking blue eyes
and tall stature.
A. views B. sights C. visions D. looks
Question 75. [NTL] The hotel room balcony overlooked a picturesque mountain ________.
A. view B. sight C. vision D. look
Question 76. [NTL] She is recognized as a leader of ________ for her ability to inspire others with
innovative ideas and long-term goals.
A. view B. sight C. vision D. look
Question 77. [NTL] She decided to make a(n) ________ to the local charity to support their
community programs.
A. standard B. advance C. progress D. contribution
Question 78. [NTL] The researchers are working hard to make ________ in finding a cure for the
disease.
A. standard B. advance C. progress D. contribution
Question 79. [NTL] Over the past decade, living ________ in the region have improved
significantly due to economic growth and better healthcare.
A. standards B. advances C. progresses D. contributions
Question 80. [NTL] In ________ of the exam, she reviewed all her notes and practiced with past
papers.
A. standard B. advance C. progress D. contribution
Question 81. [NTL] His ability to ________ himself with confidence during meetings impressed
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his colleagues and superiors.
A. compose B. conduct C. comprise D. contain
Question 82. [NTL] She needed a few minutes to ________ herself before stepping onto the stage
to deliver her speech.
A. compose B. conduct C. comprise D. contain
Question 83. [NTL] The team is ________ of professionals from various industries, bringing
diverse perspectives to the project.
A. composed B. conducted C. comprised D. contained
Question 84. [NTL] Rapid vaccination campaigns were crucial in the efforts to ________ an
epidemic in the affected areas.
A. compose B. conduct C. comprise D. contain
Question 85. [NTL] Jim didn't break the vase on ________, but he was still punished for his
carelessness.
A. occasion B. chance C. intention D. purpose
Question 86. [NTL] I met my old friend from high school by ________ while shopping at the mall.
A. occasion B. chance C. intention D. purpose
Question 87. [NTL] They visit their grandparents on ________, especially during holidays and
special family gatherings.
A. occasion B. chance C. intention D. purpose
Question 88. [NTL] She assured her colleagues that she had no ________ of leaving the company
despite the rumors.
A. occasion B. chance C. intention D. purpose
Question 89. [NTL] Agriculture is a key ________ of growth in most developing countries.
A. engine B. accessories C. instrument D. appliance
Question 90. [NTL] Learning to play musical ________ such as the piano or guitar can be a
fulfilling hobby for people of all ages.
A. engines B. accessories C. instruments D. appliances
Question 91. [NTL] His boutique specializes in unique fashion ________ such as handmade
leather belts and designer sunglasses.
A. engines B. accessories C. instruments D. appliances
Question 92. [NTL] Modern household ________ have made daily chores much easier and less
time-consuming.
A. engines B. accessories C. instruments D. appliances
Question 93. [NTL] Labour saving devices such as washing machines and dishwashers have
revolutionized household ________.
A. spices B. recipes C. chores D. tastes
Question 94. [NTL] Traveling allows you to experience different cultures and cuisines - variety is
truly the ________ of life.
A. spice B. recipe C. ingredient D. taste
Question 95. [NTL] The company's innovative approach and strong leadership are the ________
for success in the competitive market.
A. spice B. recipe C. ingredient D. taste
Question 96. [NTL] When selecting gifts for friends, it's important to consider their personal
________ to ensure they will appreciate and enjoy the gesture.
A. spice B. recipe C. ingredient D. taste
Question 97. [NTL] After decades of hard work, he finally began receiving his retirement
________, allowing him to enjoy a well-deserved break.
A. gift B. award C. grant D. pension
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Question 98. [NTL] Teaching was her passion, and she viewed her patience with students as a
natural ________ that made a positive impact in the classroom.
A. gift B. award C. grant D. pension
Question 99. [NTL] He was nominated for the best actor ________.
A. gift B. award C. grant D. pension
Question 100. [NTL] Small businesses often rely on government ________ to fund research and
development projects that can lead to innovative products.
A. gifts B. awards C. grants D. pensions
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