C1 Daily Practice 2

Today's phrasal verb means: "to think of a problem or solution"

I couldn't decide what to get her for her birthday. Then I ........ on a great idea.

• got

• had

• hit

• struck

WORD FORMATION: Today's word: "EXTREME"

There were a small group of political ........ at the university who were heavily involved in student politics.

WORD FORMATION: Today's word: "EXTREME"

I was ........ pleased with my exam result, which turned out to be much higher than I'd expected.

WORD FORMATION: Today's word: "EXTREME"

There was a steady decline in political ........ in many countries around the world.

COLLOCATION: Today's phrase: "to cost a ........"

That dress looks expensive. It must have cost a ..........

• amount

• fortune

• treasure

• sum

UOE Part 4:

Complete the sentence so that it has a similar meaning. Do not change the word given. You must use between three and six words, including the word given.

My brother now earns far less money than he did when he was younger.

NEARLY

My brother _________ much now as he did when he was younger.