2023.6 词汇语法15题

At the meeting, Jane tried to explain her recent work ______ sign language.

• as a result of
• at the risk of
• by means of
• at the cost of

Answer explanation

“By means of” signifies using a particular method.

These employees have no ______ but to take measures to protect themselves.

• addition
• movement
• choice
• condition

Answer explanation

“No choice” indicates a lack of alternatives.

The funds available for the project are limited and we cannot ______ to waste money.

• afford
• improve
• assist
• contribute

Answer explanation

“Afford” means to have enough money for something.

We need several new computers but we want to wait until they go ______ sale.

• on
• in
• at
• with

Answer explanation

“On sale” or “at sale” are common idioms, with “at” being slightly more common.

To improve your English writing, put your pen to the page and write ______ is on your mind.

• whoever
• whatever
• whichever
• whenever

Answer explanation

“Whatever” refers to anything that’s on one’s mind.

We believed this problem simply ______ a difference of opinion.

• depended on
• resulted from
• sent for
• took off

Answer explanation

“Resulted from” indicates a consequence.

You’ll need to consider the cost of running your business, ______ time, money, and resources.

• include
• including
• included
• to include

Answer explanation

“Including” is a gerund phrase acting as an adverbial modifier.

It was in 2021 ______ the Chinese company opened its first branch in Paris.

• which
• where
• what
• that

Answer explanation

This is a cleft sentence emphasizing the time.

______ you’ve created a business plan, it’s time to find your first clients.

• Now that
• As if
• Not until
• Even though

Answer explanation

“Now that” introduces a clause indicating a new situation.

______ for its beautiful night views and shopping centres, Hong Kong attracts millions of tourists each year.

• Know
• Knowing
• Known
• To know

Answer explanation

“Known” is a past participle, functioning as an adjective.