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CAE Booster Test 3

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  • Except, of course, for the fact that many will _______ in to them on their computer or tablet instead of turning their radio dial.
    start
    switch
    tune
    turn
  • My poor sister was not a _____________ brilliant linguist and found the whole process a considerable strain. PARTICULAR
    PARTICULARLY
  • My parents encouraged my sister and me to keep records of our _______ in journals and to put together scrapbooks with souvenirs of our adventures. REFLECT
    REFLECTIONS
  • I travel like a ________ explorer, absorbing the details of art and architecture. REST
    RESTLESS
  • With the _______ of radio, the way we communicated changed completely.
    approach
    arrival
    starting
    entrance
  • Fortunately, a considerable number of natural gems have been designated as national parks and _________ are also World Heritage sites.
    some / many
  • KEY WORD TRANSFORMATION - The environmentalist supported his claims with scientific evidence. BACKED - The enviromentalist's ______________________ with scientific evidence.
    CLAIMS WERE : BACKED UP
  • Margaret didn't understand the ______________ of the letter, thinking it a joke. IMPLY
    IMPLICATION
  • Even today, when TV sets occupy a prime ________ in the most used rooms in our house, some listeners remain faithful to their radio stations.
    site
    position
    point
    area
  • This is a long way from the estimated 11 million tours ________ flock to the Great Smoky Mountains of North Carolina and Tennessee in the United States.
    who / that
  • Centuries ago, news was obtained either by word of mouth, with town criers __________ citizens of news and by-laws, or from print, with notices posted on doors of the local inn.
    noting
    explaining
    informing
    communicating
  • After climbing all day, we were rewarded with a ______________ view at the top. BREATH
    BREATHTAKING
  • My wanderlust was __________ when, straight out of school, I had the opportunity to spend periods in India, Eastern Europe, Africa and Asia. FORCE
    REINFORCED
  • The ______________ scenery of Suffolk was the inspiration for the painter John Constable. PICTURE
    PICTURESQUE
  • These postcard-worthy destinations ___________ definitely be on your list of places to visit.
    should / could
  • Increased internet access enables individuals to share photos, opinions and even live videos with one sharp ________ on the screen.
    tap
    nudge
    stroke
    squeeze
  • The largest national park the world isn't easily accessible, being in a remote area of Greenland and boasting a permanent population of zero. It's also ________ used to receiving visitors (around 500 a year).
    not
  • I am constantly reading, researching and __________ my knowledge. BROAD
    BROADENING
  • Today I travel all around the world as a jewellery designer, but travel was also central to my _________. CHILD
    CHILDHOOD
  • I enjoy going into the local history and traditions in __________. DEEP
    DEPTH
  • KEY WORD TRANSFORMATION - I was totally amazed at how spectacularly beautiful the coastline was. UTTERLY - What I found _________________ beauty of the coastline.
    UTTERLY AMAZING : WAS THE (SPECTACULAR)
  • From hot springs _______ snowy peaks, there are many options.
    to
  • KEY WORD TRANSFORMATION - If nothing is done to combat climate change, one tenth of the area will soon be under water. STEPS - One tenth of the area will soon be underwater _____________________ conteract climate change.
    UNLESS / IF NO STEPS : ARE TAKEN TO --- UNLESS WE TAKE : STEPS TO
  • You realise ________ truly incredible the natural environment is when you take a trip to one of the world's national parks.
    how
  • Not _________, every jewellery collection I work on is an utterly unique representation of a part of my life's voyage. SUPRISE
    SUPRISINGLY
  • Before departure, a private tutor was hired to equip us with the ________ of our desination's native tongue. BASE
    BASICS
  • The parks are enjoyed outdoor enthusiasts, who can indulge in their favourite activities like hiking or rafting, surrounded ________ nature.
    by
  • Your uncle seems a very ______________ man when it comes to talking about the sea. KNOWLEDGE
    KNOWLEDGEABLE
  • KEY WORD TRANSFORMATION - Before last Friday, representatives had not been able to reach an agreement. UNTIL - It wasn't _________________________ able to reach an agreement.
    UNTIL LAST FRIDAY THAT : REPRESENTATIVES WERE
  • With the ________ use of social media, news travels faster than ever before.
    widespread
    absolute
    sweeping
    large
  • KEY WORD TRANSFORMATION - Some experts query the introduction of water restrictions during droughts. SCEPTICAL - Some experts ____________________ introducing water restictions during droughts.
    ARE SCEPTICAL : ABOUT
  • The way we obtain our news is always _________.
    evolving
    moving
    rising
    growing
  • KEY WORD TRANSFORMATION - Solar panels and wind turbines are far more commonplace now. SIGHT - Solar panels and wind turbines used to ______________________________ before.
    BE A MUCH/FAR : LESS COMMON SIGHT
  • The Presidents incompetence during the recession only ______________ his party's resolve to get rid of him. QUICK
    QUICKENED
  • KEY WORD TRANSFORMATION - As long as you explain your proposal clearly, they will agree. ACROSS If __________________________, they will agree.
    YOU PUT / GET YOUR PROPOSAL : ACROSS CLEARLY
  • With radio, whole families could ________ together in the living room to listen to the daily news bulletin.
    gather
    unite
    gang
    team
  • The public can gain information from a wide variety of __________.
    sources
    opportunities
    ways
    causes
  • The parks are extremely popular ________ outdoor enthusiasts.
    with
  • To be eligible for natural park status, a place must possess a unique natural, cultural or recreational resource and be considered in need _______ protection.
    of