READING AND VOCABULARY SKILLS

What is the meaning of "let the cat out of the bag"?

• Going on a shopping spree.

• Releasing a pet cat from a bag.

• Telling a humorous story involving a cat.

• Discovering a secret or revealing information unintentionally.

What is the meaning of "decipher"?

• Lock.

• Create.

• Hide.

• Understand.

Which of the following words has a positive connotation?

• Mischievous.

• Vindictive.

• Prudent.

• Deceptive.

Which of the following statements is an opinion?

• Grey is the most neutral colour.

• Water boils at 100 degrees Celsius.

• The Earth orbits the Sun.

• Chocolate ice cream is the best flavour.

20. The British calls the front of a car as the ___________ , while American call it the ___________ .

• 1. bonnet, bonnet

• 1. bonnet, hood

• 1. hood, bonnet

• 1. hood, hood

ALL of the followings are the types of irony EXCEPT ______________ .

• verbal irony

• 2. sarcasm irony

• 2. dramatic irony

• 2. situational irony

14. What is a courgette in the United States?

• 14. Zucchini

• 0. Eggplant

• 0. Pumpkin

• 0. Squash

7. Choose the synonym of the word "imperative".

• 7. Brisk

• 0. Abrupt

• 0. Iniquitous

• 0. Peremptory

20. "He'll come on a horse to get me, he'll bring me a new sari to wear, he'll bring me flowers for my hair..."

21. What is the type of text for the statement above?

Answer explanation

Which type of reading material is often used for promoting or advertising a product, service, or event?

Answer explanation