This Test Contains Grammar, Vocabulary And Social Language Skills Questions
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We didn't want to get in trouble, __________ we parked in the lot around the corner.
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So
- B.
But
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Because
- D.
Although
- E.
Then
Correct Answer
B. ButExplanation
The correct answer is "but" because it indicates a contrast between the speaker's desire to avoid trouble and their decision to park in the lot around the corner. The word "but" is used to connect two contrasting ideas or actions. In this case, the speaker didn't want to get in trouble, but they still chose to park in the lot around the corner.Rate this question:
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- 2.
She is studying hard to be an _________________.
- A.
Engineer
- B.
Nurse
- C.
Business-woman
- D.
Singer
- E.
Writer
Correct Answer
A. EngineerExplanation
The correct answer is engineer because the sentence states that she is studying hard to become something, and out of the given options, engineer is the only profession that requires studying in a specific field. Nurses, business-women, singers, and writers may require training or education, but not necessarily studying in a specific field like engineering.Rate this question:
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If you ________ faster, we could have turned in the project before deadline.
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Work
- B.
Had worked
- C.
Have worked
- D.
Working
- E.
Worked
Correct Answer
B. Had workedExplanation
The correct answer is "had worked" because the sentence is in the past unreal conditionals. It suggests that if the action of working faster had taken place in the past, the outcome of turning in the project before the deadline would have been possible.Rate this question:
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- 4.
She has computer class _________ noon.
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With
- B.
At
- C.
On
- D.
In
- E.
During
Correct Answer
B. AtExplanation
The correct answer is "at" because it is used to specify a specific time when an event or activity is happening. In this case, "at" is used to indicate that the computer class is happening during the time of noon.Rate this question:
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- 5.
My friends and I ________ through the desert on our last vacation.
- A.
Drive
- B.
Drives
- C.
Driving
- D.
Drove
- E.
Was driving
Correct Answer
D. DroveExplanation
The correct answer is "drove" because it is the past tense form of the verb "drive," which is used to indicate an action that happened in the past. In this sentence, the speaker is referring to a past vacation during which they and their friends traveled through the desert.Rate this question:
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- 6.
________ time do you spend on your homework every day?
- A.
How much
- B.
How well
- C.
How many
- D.
What
- E.
A few
Correct Answer
A. How muchExplanation
The question is asking for the amount of time spent on homework every day. "How much" is the correct phrase to use when referring to an amount of time. The other options do not fit the context of the question.Rate this question:
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- 7.
There's some ____________ on the table.
- A.
Cookie
- B.
Cookies
- C.
Bread
- D.
Breads
- E.
No one of the above is correct
Correct Answer
C. BreadExplanation
The given correct answer is "bread" because it is a singular noun that matches the verb "is" in the sentence. The sentence suggests that there is some bread on the table.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Since they changed jobs, their life _______ much easier.
- A.
Are
- B.
Was
- C.
Has
- D.
Had
- E.
Were
Correct Answer
C. HasExplanation
The correct answer is "has" because the sentence is in the present tense and "has" is the correct form of the verb "to have" for the subject "their life." This indicates that their life has become easier since they changed jobs.Rate this question:
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- 9.
The cafeteria is ________ the restaurant.
- A.
Cheaper than
- B.
More cheap than
- C.
Cheaper
- D.
Cheap than
- E.
Most cheaper than
Correct Answer
A. Cheaper thanExplanation
The correct answer is "cheaper than". This is because the sentence is comparing the prices of the cafeteria and the restaurant, and "cheaper than" is the correct comparative form of the adjective "cheap".Rate this question:
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- 10.
If we ____________ a reservation, we won't get a table.
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Aren't making
- B.
Weren't making
- C.
Don't make
- D.
Wouldn't make
- E.
Didn't make
Correct Answer
C. Don't makeExplanation
If we don't make a reservation, we won't get a table. This implies that making a reservation is necessary in order to secure a table.Rate this question:
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_________ for a long time.
- A.
I haven't been
- B.
I wasn't been here
- C.
I'm not being here
- D.
I'm not here
- E.
I hadn't been here
Correct Answer
A. I haven't beenExplanation
The correct answer is "I haven't been". This answer indicates that the speaker has not been somewhere for a long time. The other options are grammatically incorrect or do not convey the same meaning.Rate this question:
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- 12.
She ________ everywhere for her favorite perfume. So far she hasn't found it.
- A.
Has looked
- B.
Looking
- C.
Been looking
- D.
Looked
- E.
Was looking
Correct Answer
D. LookedExplanation
The correct answer is "looked". The sentence is in the past tense, and the word "so far" indicates that the action of looking for her favorite perfume has already taken place. Therefore, the past simple form "looked" is the appropriate choice.Rate this question:
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- 13.
"What television shows did you watch when you were a child?" "I _________ watch comedies.
- A.
Was
- B.
Liked
- C.
Used to
- D.
Did
- E.
Liked to
Correct Answer
C. Used toExplanation
The correct answer is "used to." This is because the sentence is referring to a past habit or behavior of watching comedies during childhood. "Used to" is a common phrase used to talk about repeated actions or habits in the past.Rate this question:
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- 14.
I have only _______ money with me.
- A.
Two or three
- B.
A little
- C.
A few
- D.
A
- E.
Many
Correct Answer
B. A littleExplanation
The correct answer is "a little" because it indicates a small amount of money. The phrase "a little" is used to describe an uncountable noun, such as money, when the quantity is not specified but is understood to be small.Rate this question:
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- 15.
The secretary asked me ________ I wanted to meet with.
- A.
Who
- B.
How
- C.
Why
- D.
When
- E.
Whom
Correct Answer
A. WhoExplanation
The correct answer is "who". In this sentence, the secretary is asking about the person the speaker wants to meet with. "Who" is the correct pronoun to use when asking about a person's identity or name.Rate this question:
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- 16.
If I __________ more people, I'd invite them.
- A.
Would know
- B.
have known
- C.
Know
- D.
Knew
- E.
Did know
Correct Answer
D. KnewExplanation
The correct answer is "knew". This is because the sentence is in the conditional form, expressing a hypothetical situation. The verb "knew" is in the past tense, indicating that the speaker is referring to a past hypothetical scenario.Rate this question:
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- 17.
"I made an apple pie yesterday." "Really? ________ one before?
- A.
Were you ever made
- B.
Did you ever been making
- C.
Have you ever made?
- D.
Had you ever made
- E.
Have you ever made
Correct Answer
D. Had you ever madeExplanation
The correct answer is "Had you ever made." This is the correct answer because it is the past perfect tense and is used to ask about a past action that occurred before another past action. In this case, the speaker is asking if the person had ever made an apple pie before the day they made it yesterday.Rate this question:
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- 18.
I had _____ soup and a sandwich for lunch.
- A.
A few
- B.
A lot of
- C.
Many
- D.
Much
- E.
Some
Correct Answer
B. A lot ofExplanation
The phrase "a lot of" is the correct answer because it indicates a large quantity or amount. It suggests that the person had a substantial amount of soup and a sandwich for lunch, implying that they had more than just a small or average portion.Rate this question:
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"Iforgot my keys on the desk. _________ giving me a lift home?
- A.
Could you
- B.
Can you
- C.
Will you
- D.
Would you
- E.
Would you mind
Correct Answer
E. Would you mindExplanation
The correct answer is "Would you mind". This is because the phrase "Would you mind" is commonly used to politely ask someone to do something for you. In this context, the speaker is asking if the person could give them a lift home, implying that it would be a favor to them.Rate this question:
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She always gets good evaluations. She must be ________ employee in the company.
- A.
The most valuable
- B.
More valuable
- C.
The valuable
- D.
Valuable
- E.
Best
Correct Answer
A. The most valuableExplanation
The correct answer is "the most valuable" because it is comparing the employee's value to all the other employees in the company. It implies that she is the employee with the highest value or worth compared to others.Rate this question:
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- 21.
The movie was over before we had time _________ the plot
- A.
For understand
- B.
For understanding
- C.
to understand
- D.
Understanding
- E.
Understand
Correct Answer
C. to understandExplanation
The correct answer is "to understand" because the phrase "had time" indicates that there was a lack of time to do something. In this case, the sentence is saying that the movie ended before there was enough time to understand the plot. The infinitive form "to understand" is used to express the purpose or intention of having time.Rate this question:
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I'm glad you called me. If you __________, I would have worried about you.
- A.
Wouldn't call
- B.
Haven't called
- C.
Aren't calling
- D.
Hadn't called
- E.
Didn't call
Correct Answer
D. Hadn't calledExplanation
The correct answer is "hadn't called". This is because the sentence is in the past tense and uses the third conditional structure. The speaker is expressing relief that the person called them, indicating that they were worried before the call. The use of "hadn't called" implies that the person did call, which alleviated the speaker's worry.Rate this question:
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"What did Rebecca say?" " She said she _________ everyone.
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have invited
- B.
Was invited
- C.
Isn't invited
- D.
Had invited
- E.
Invited
Correct Answer
D. Had invitedExplanation
Rebecca said she had invited everyone. This suggests that Rebecca had extended invitations to all individuals, indicating that she had taken the action of inviting them in the past. The use of the past perfect tense "had invited" indicates that the invitation occurred before the time of speaking.Rate this question:
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Before __________ a decision on what to order, John asked the waiter for his recommendation.
- A.
Make
- B.
Made
- C.
Making
- D.
Being made
- E.
Any answer is right
Correct Answer
C. MakingExplanation
The correct answer is "making" because it is the present participle form of the verb "make" and is used to indicate an ongoing action. In this sentence, John is in the process of making a decision on what to order, so the present participle form is the most appropriate.Rate this question:
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There isn't ______ milk left. I need to go out and get some.
- A.
Many
- B.
Some
- C.
No
- D.
A
- E.
Any
Correct Answer
E. AnyExplanation
The word "any" is the correct answer because it is used in negative sentences to indicate the absence or lack of something. In this case, it implies that there is no milk left. The phrase "I need to go out and get some" further supports this, as it suggests that the speaker needs to acquire milk because there is none currently available.Rate this question:
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That student passed in her oral exams ______ speaking English at every opportunity.
- A.
By
- B.
Because
- C.
From
- D.
With
- E.
To
Correct Answer
A. ByExplanation
The correct answer is "by". This preposition is used to indicate the means or method by which something is done. In this case, the student passed her oral exams by speaking English at every opportunity.Rate this question:
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If you don't slow down, you _______ have a heart attack.
- A.
Would
- B.
Will
- C.
Can
- D.
Must
- E.
May
Correct Answer
B. WillExplanation
The correct answer is "will" because it indicates a future possibility or likelihood. The sentence suggests that if someone continues to not slow down, they are likely to have a heart attack in the future. "Will" is used to express future events or actions.Rate this question:
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If you ________ eating so much junk food, you'll lose weight.
- A.
Stopped
- B.
Stop
- C.
Might stop
- D.
Are stopping
- E.
Will stop
Correct Answer
B. StopExplanation
If you stop eating so much junk food, you'll lose weight. This sentence is a conditional statement, indicating that if the action of stopping eating junk food is performed, the result of losing weight will occur. The verb "stop" is the correct answer as it matches the verb tense used in the sentence and conveys the intended meaning.Rate this question:
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"Sorry I can't go swimming today". "_____________________ "
- A.
How about swimming?
- B.
Let's go swimming.
- C.
OK. Maybe some other time
- D.
Why don't you ask Richard?
- E.
OK. thanks.
Correct Answer
C. OK. Maybe some other timeExplanation
The response "OK. Maybe some other time" suggests that the person is unable to go swimming at the moment but is open to the possibility of going swimming at a different time. This response indicates a willingness to consider swimming in the future while acknowledging the current unavailability.Rate this question:
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"____________________________" " Sure. Right over there".
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Can I help you?
- B.
Excuse me.
- C.
Do you have any bathing suits?
- D.
Do you need any help?
- E.
What do you need?
Correct Answer
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" Do you have a minute?" " _________________"
- A.
Sure. What's up?
- B.
It's a quarter past six.
- C.
Why don't you ask Roger?
- D.
Sorry. I can't.
- E.
Just a little.
Correct Answer
A. Sure. What's up?Explanation
The correct answer is "Sure. What's up?" because it is a polite and conversational response to the question "Do you have a minute?" It indicates that the person is willing to take the time to listen or help with whatever the speaker needs.Rate this question:
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" _________________ " "OK. I'll take it."
- A.
These running shoes are really comfortable.
- B.
Do you have any windbreakers?
- C.
How much is it?
- D.
It's fifteen dollars
- E.
How many would you like?
Correct Answer
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" How's it going?" "____________________"
- A.
Not too well.
- B.
Not really
- C.
I never go anywhere.
- D.
To Washington, DC.
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"Could you do me a favor?" "______________________"
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Sure. What do you need?
- B.
Sure you can.
- C.
Sure I do
- D.
So what?
- E.
What do you want to do?
Correct Answer
A. Sure. What do you need?Explanation
The correct answer is "Sure. What do you need?" because it directly responds to the question and shows willingness to help the person asking for a favor. The other options either do not address the question or do not convey a willingness to assist.Rate this question:
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"How do you feel about fast food?" "________________"
- A.
Not at all
- B.
I'd rather not
- C.
Fine, thanks.
- D.
It depends on the food.
- E.
Well, that's one way to look at it.
Correct Answer
D. It depends on the food.Explanation
The given answer "It depends on the food" suggests that the person's opinion on fast food varies based on the specific type of food being referred to. This implies that they do not have a blanket opinion about fast food and their feelings towards it can be positive or negative depending on the specific items or brands they are considering.Rate this question:
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"How was your dinner?" "_________________"
- A.
It was great! I'm swamped.
- B.
It's on the tip of my tongue.
- C.
A piece of cake.
- D.
Out of this world.
- E.
I know what you mean.
Correct Answer
D. Out of this world.Explanation
The phrase "Out of this world" is used to describe something that is exceptionally good or amazing. In this context, the person is saying that their dinner was great and exceeded their expectations.Rate this question:
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"I'm really sleepy." "____________________"
- A.
Calm down
- B.
Why don't you take a nap?
- C.
Well, don't jump to conclusions.
- D.
I see what you mean.
- E.
I'd rather not.
Correct Answer
B. Why don't you take a nap?Explanation
The correct answer suggests that the person who is feeling sleepy should consider taking a nap as a solution to their sleepiness. This response acknowledges the person's statement about being sleepy and offers a practical suggestion to address their fatigue.Rate this question:
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"Promiss me you won't do that again". "____________________"
- A.
I'll say.
- B.
You can say that again.
- C.
I give you my word.
- D.
I know what you mean.
Correct Answer
C. I give you my word.Explanation
The phrase "I give you my word" is a common expression used to assure someone that you are making a sincere promise or commitment. In this context, the speaker is asking the other person to promise not to do something again, and the appropriate response would be "I give you my word" to indicate their sincerity and commitment to not repeat the action.Rate this question:
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"Want to see a movie?" "___________________"
- A.
Well, I'm supposed to do my homework.
- B.
Sorry. I'm drawing a blank.
- C.
No wonder.
- D.
Not offhand.
Correct Answer
A. Well, I'm supposed to do my homework.Explanation
The correct answer is "Well, I'm supposed to do my homework." This response indicates that the person is unable to go see a movie because they have homework to do. It implies that they have a responsibility or obligation to complete their homework and prioritize it over going to the movies.Rate this question:
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Reading Test The lives of Dorothy and Patrick have improved immesureably since they both got new jobs. Dorothy got a position as a proofreader and editor for a publishing company that is pioneering new workplace methods. Patrick was hired as a full-time consultant for an engineering firm. The difference between their new jobs and their old ones can be summed up in one word: flextime. Until they secured these new positions, Dorothy and Patrick had a very difficult time raising their two small children. Their lives were extremely stressful because they were at the mercy of nine-to-five schedules and had to pay a lot for day care. In order to get to work on time, they had to have the children at the day care center by 7:30 every morning. Both their new companies, however, offer a flextime schedule. As long as Dorothy and Patrick put in their forty hours a week, they are free to work when it is convienient for them. Now they can take turns staying home with the children, and day care is just a memory. Best of all, the children are much happier because they are getting the attention they need._____________________________________________________________________________Writing:- Do you agree about working womens or mothers? why? Write a small paragraph explaining your point-of-view.
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First read the sentences. Then, read the paragraphs and mark the correct answer.1. Dorothy and Patrick are ___________.
- A.
Day care workers
- B.
Friends
- C.
Parents
- D.
Engineers
Correct Answer
C. ParentsExplanation
The correct answer is parents because the question states that Dorothy and Patrick are something, and out of the given options, parents is the only one that fits the context of the sentence. The other options, such as day care workers, friends, and engineers, do not make sense in relation to the sentence. Therefore, parents is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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2. Their new jobs _____________.
- A.
Are more interesting
- B.
Are near home
- C.
Have day care
- D.
Have flexible schedules
Correct Answer
D. Have flexible schedulesExplanation
The correct answer is "have flexible schedules". This answer suggests that their new jobs offer the benefit of having flexible schedules, allowing them to have more control over their work hours and potentially have a better work-life balance.Rate this question:
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3. Their lives used to be _____________.
- A.
More stressful
- B.
Busier
- C.
Less exciting
- D.
More convenient
Correct Answer
A. More stressfulExplanation
The correct answer is "more stressful" because the phrase "used to be" implies a comparison between the past and the present. Since the given options are "busier," "less exciting," and "more convenient," the only option that suggests an increase in stress is "more stressful." This implies that their lives were less stressful in the past compared to the present.Rate this question:
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4. Now Dorothy and Patrick ___________.
- A.
Go to work at 7:30
- B.
Don't have to work every day
- C.
Make more money
- D.
Don't have to work fourty hours a week
Correct Answer
B. Don't have to work every dayExplanation
The correct answer is "don't have to work every day." This answer suggests that Dorothy and Patrick no longer have the obligation or requirement to work on a daily basis. It implies that they have a more flexible work schedule or that they may have found a job that allows them to have days off during the week.Rate this question:
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5. The two paragraphs are the beginning of an article. The article is probably about ________.
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How to find child care
- B.
How to find better jobs
- C.
Working mothers
- D.
The advantages of flexible work schedules
Correct Answer
D. The advantages of flexible work schedulesExplanation
The correct answer is "The advantages of flexible work schedules." This can be inferred from the given information that the two paragraphs are the beginning of an article, and the article is probably about the advantages of flexible work schedules.Rate this question:
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Read the text below and decide which answer A, B or C best fits each space. MY CAREER My name is Helena. Although I did well at school and managed to (1) ............ all my exams when I was 18, I decided not to go to university. I wanted to make lot of money instead. I (2) ........... for three jobs with large international companies and (3) ............ an interview with one of them the following week. They offered me the job. I was now Helena Roberts - Assistant Marketing Manager! For the first two years I (4) ............ very little money, but I worked conscientously. As a result, I soon (5) ............ promoted. My dream was to become Managing Director. That was my first big mistake. The company closed down a month later and I was (6) .......... redundant! In my next job, the working conditions were awful. I wanred to (7) ............ and look for something else. My colleagues, however, persuaded me to (8) ............ on strike with them for better pay. That, of course, was my second big mistake. The boss immediately (9) ........... us the sack! It was six months before I found another job. I've been with my present company for five years now. I am extremely happy and intend to stay here until I (10) .............. at 65. I no longer dream of being Managing Director. Having a job is enough for me. 1 A pass B take C succeed 2 A looked B applied C offered 3 A went B attended C made 4 A gained B won C earned 5 A became B got C took 6 A made B become C told 7 A resign B dismiss C release 8 A make B go C put 9 A put B showed C gave10 A retire B graduate C withdraw
Correct Answer
pass applied attended earned got made resign go gave retireExplanation
Write the right answers directly, words are separated by space (don't include the letters A, B and C in the answers) just write the correct word referent to each number from 1 to 10.Rate this question:
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