C1 Open Word SB page 177 Adjective + Noun Colloc ...

Say one word that can collocate with 'pointless'.

Which adjective means: serious, important, the greatest and can collocate with 'respect'?

I have nothing but the _____ respect for anyone prepared to risk their life for someone else. a) false b) vain c) utmost d) pointless

Her ______ MOMENT was when she led the team onto the pitch as captain in the final of the World Cup. a) utmost b) burning c) crowning

Say one word that can collocate with 'burning'.

I made a _____ ATTEMPT to change her mind, but she has set her heart on moving to Hollywood to pursue the career of an actor.

I´m in fairly good shape, but doing a triathlon will be the _____ TEST of my endurance.

He could have been the best in the world, but he lacked the dedication and drive necessary to make it to the top. To my mind, his career represents a _____WASTE of talent.

What has been the C_____ achievement of your life so far?

Apart from your career, do you have any other _____ ambitions? a) burning b) overwhelming c) pointless

Which word cannot collocate with 'false'? a) start b) hope c) achievement

Which adjective means: difficult to fight against or resist and can collocate with 'respect'

I love hearing about people who have overcome _____ ODDS to succeed in life.

Which adjective means: failing to achieve a purpose; well-intentioned but destined to be unsuccessful. This word can collocate with 'hope', 'effort', 'bid'