Unit 3 Set A: Using Context Page 39

1.In her speech, the business leader described how she rose from humble roots to a successful life as a pauper. Does the boldface word make sense in the context of the sentence?

• Yes

• No

2.Because the first speaker at the conference gave a presentation that was much longer than its scheduled time, the second speaker had to abridge her remarks so that they lasted only ten minutes. Does the boldface word make sense in the context of the sentence?

• Yes

• No

3.The insurance company will terminate the policy early if full payment is not made by September 1. Does the boldface word make sense in the context of the sentence?

• Yes

• No

4.Fresh air and exercise are likely to make a person feel irate. Does the boldface word make sense in the context of the sentence?

• Yes

• No

5.The expression “Fake it till you make it” suggests that you should show a semblance of confidence, even if you are not feeling particularly confident. Does the boldface word make sense in the context of the sentence?

• Yes

• No

6.The goal of all the parties at the peace talks is to reach an altercation and move forward with the agreed-upon plan. Does the boldface word make sense in the context of the sentence?

• Yes

• No

7.During the American Revolution, Patrick Henry, John Adams, and Samuel Adams were early voices of dissent, speaking out against Britain’s rule of the American colonies. Does the boldface word make sense in the context of the sentence?

• Yes

• No

8.It is perfectly fine for a fiction writer to fabricate stories, but it is unacceptable for a journalist to do so. Does the boldface word make sense in the context of the sentence?

• Yes

• No

9.The plays and poems of the eminent writer William Shakespeare are widely regarded as some of the finest works of English literature ever written. Does the boldface word make sense in the context of the sentence?

• Yes

• No

10.In a democracy, voters usurp their leaders in peaceful, orderly elections. Does the boldface word make sense in the context of the sentence?

• Yes

• No