English Pre-Test Examination

What do you call the money you receive every month for your work?

• salary

• wages

• pension

• profit

The classic novel Pride and Prejudice was ______ into a film in 2005.

• turned

• adapted

• based

• presents

History abounds in instances of courage.

• shines

• lacks

• suffices

• fails

I've been so busy all week. I don't want to do anything at the weekend - I'll just stay at home and _____. What word completes the sentence?

• make a rest

• have a relax

• take it easy

• make it easy

Despite his _______ demeanor, the detective was known for his sharp intuition and ability to solve complex cases. What word accurately fits the sentence?

• gregarious

• taciturn

• effusive

• loquacious

The visitor had a bohemian look. Which of the following is the synonym of the underlined word?

• hostile

• unconventional

• sinister

• unfriendly

We watched a skylark as it streaked across the blue sky. What does the underlined word mean?

• show with airplanes flying in patterns

• man-made object orbiting the earth

• person who performs amusing tricks

• small bird that flies high while singing

Though he was a taciturn person, he would speak passionately when discussing his interests. What is the synonym of the underlined word?

• Talkative

• Outspoken

• Enthusiastic

• Silent

Word Analogy: What word accurately fits the analogy? Diva : Opera :: _____:______

• Producer : Theatre

• Director : Drama

• Conductor : Bus

• Thespian : Play

Ephemeral : Permanent :: _____:_____

• Fragile: Delicate

• Temporary: Eternal

• Dynamic: Energetic

• Infinite: Limited