C1 Daily Practice 19

Today's phrasal verb means: "to start to like something or someone"

I didn't use to like Terry, but lately he's started to ........ on me.

• grow

• work

• hang

• climb

Word Formation: Today's word: "PACK"

As soon as I arrive at the hotel I'm going to ........ the suitcase and go straight down to the beach.

Word Formation: Today's word: "PACK"

A ........ arrived for you in the post this morning.

Word Formation: Today's word: "PACK"

Why do they use so much ........ on goods? It's such a waste of paper.

COLLOCATION:

Today's phrase: "to ........ a point"

I get so tired at work that I ........ a point when I can't concentrate anymore.

• get

• make

• attain

• reach

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.

Can you summarise for me what took place at the meeting?

GIVE

Can you ……………………………….... what took place at the meeting?

Answer explanation

give me == 1 point

a summary of == 1 point

Reading Part 5:

It’s little wonder that parents are perplexed about what approach to take to child rearing. Today’s world is one which makes parenting exceedingly difficult. In many industrialised countries, the majority of mothers of preschool children are in the workforce, though not always through choice. This group in particular tends to lament the lack of practical advice for parents in their child-rearing roles. Many parents simultaneously complain that they’re busier than ever and that due to the growing demands of their jobs, they have little time for their children. Nations of pressured, preoccupied parents have emerged in an era of grave public concern for the well-being of youth.

Q: What does the author say about the concerns parents have?

• Some of the issues are contradictory in nature.

• They are understandable given the challenges of modern life.

• They cause a disproportionate amount of stress in family relationships.

• The balance between work and family life is only a secondary problem.