Upper Intermediate Revision

A lot of companies have reduced staff numbers so that they can save money. (in order to)

I’ve talked to you before about your behaviour / behaviours with customers.

Martin’s biggest __________ is that he can’t concentrate for very long. (weak)

One of the main problems facing governments today is ___________ . (terror)

The chemist can warn / advise you which is the best medicine to take.

But I read an / some information on a website which said that sleeping tablets aren’t good for you.

Don’t you think we need to argue / discuss this before we make a decision?

Sorry, I must have ______ the number. I thought it was a ‘3’ and not an ‘8’. (read)

A word which means when, e.g. a newspaper shows favour towards a certain group or opinion.

My mum’s one of the most ________ people I know. She’s always happy! (cheer)

Nick didn’t tell Louisa the truth because he didn’t want to hurt her feelings. (so as)

This kind of journalist can help you with your problems if you write to her.

Although there’s a sauna at my gym, I never use it because I can’t stand extreme ________. (hot)

I know they can sometimes be rude, but we expect our staff / staffs to be polite at all times.

Contrary to popular ________ , drinking coffee can be good for your health. (believe)

Daniel, your trousers look / looks dirty.

I remembered / reminded him that the meeting was at 2 p.m.

Since Jane’s been going to the gym, she’s noticed a definite _________ in the way she looks and feels. (improve)

Be careful you don't scratch the furniture with that / those scissors, Bertha!

The vet picked up the dog carefully and lay / laid it on the bed.

You’re going to give me some advices / advice about reducing stress.

The company has a big market share even though they do very little advertising. (in spite of)

An adjective used to describe an article that tries to get your interest by presenting facts or events as worse or more shocking than they really are.