What is the primary symbolic significance of New Year’s Eve in many cultures?
transition and renewal
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Choose the most accurate definition of “ring in the new year”: A) announce an emergency B) mark the transition with celebration C) begin working after a holiday D) end a formal ceremony
B
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Complete the sentence: New Year’s Eve encourages people to ___ on both successes and failures.
reflect
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True or False: The concept of celebrating the end of the year predates the modern calendar.
True
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Which phrase best replaces “a time of new beginnings” in a formal context? A) a moment of leisure B) a period of renewal C) a festive interruption D) a social obligation
B
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B) People loudly celebrate at midnight. C) People tend to celebrate loudly at midnight. D) People loud celebrate midnight.
C
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What does the expression “to toast the new year” most strongly imply?
expressing goodwill while drinking
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Complete the sentence: Fireworks are often criticised ___ their environmental impact.
for
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True or False: New Year’s Eve celebrations are universally associated with optimism.
False
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Which word best fits the context: “The event was highly anticipated, yet ultimately ___.” A) underwhelming B) crowded C) delayed
A
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Choose the most precise synonym for “resolution”: A) ambition B) intention C) obligation D) regulation
B
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What is the main pragmatic function of saying “Happy New Year” at midnight?
to strengthen social bonds
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Fill in the gap: Many resolutions fail because they are insufficiently ___.
realistic
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“Hardly ___ midnight struck when the celebrations erupted.” A) had B) has C) did D) was
C
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True or False: The custom of making resolutions originated in ancient Rome.
True
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Which phrase has the most formal tone? A) party all night B) have a good time C) celebrate enthusiastically D) let loose