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  • However, whatever the origins, it seems that now there are many different customs and traditions _____  have been practised for hundreds of years
    that/which
  • What is particularly important is that this sleep happens _____ the right time.
    at
  • One family said they knew they couldn’t get out of the car and so could only watch in horror ______ the monkeys ran ______  with all their holiday clothes.
    as; away
  • In theory recycling seems obvious: however in practice it is _____  always cost-effective. O
    not
  • It is not a new concept: people _____  been recycling for hundreds of years.
    have
  • Miniature dogs that fit _____  your handbag have been popular _____  a long time.
    in, for
  • Complimentary food and drink is often very disappointing and not quite _____  ‘unlimited’ as advertised. A
    as/so
  • Do you find ______  hard to stay awake when confronted with slide after slide and ______ hour-long talk?
    it; an
  • They realised they needed to limit the length of presentations and make them ______ concise. 
    more
  • Visitors to Hampton safari park ______ been warned not to enter the monkey enclosure.
    have
  • If we pay more _____   twice as much as standard class passengers, we expect _____  receive impeccable service.
    than; to
  • According _____  breeder Jane Croft they make fantastic pets _____   they are very low maintenance and don’t make much noise.
    to; because/as/since
  • After Christmas, Valentine's Day is the day of the year _____ the second _____  amount of money is spent on cards and presents.
    when; biggest
  • Unfortunately though it seems we are not always getting _____  money’s worth.
    our
  • The Pecha ‘ Kucha format is now being used in ______ types of settings including business and academia.
    many
  • Even if you have no idea _____ it is (February 14th!) the shops are sure to remind _____ weeks in advance. 
    when; you
  • Each year, whole towns ____ turned into huge outdoor concerts.
    are
  • Typical symptoms _____ a lack of sleep _____ low concentration, poor memory and feeling irritable.
    of; are
  • Recycling points _____   glass, paper etc. can be taken to are now common sights in _____  major towns and cities
    for; most/all
  • One reason _____ this is because _____ the effect sleep has on our immune system.
    for; of
  • ____ American musician, Joel Cohen, who was working for a French radio station, first came up ____ the idea for a music festival that everyone could enjoy
    An, with
  • There are more and _____ e-cards _____ sent each year for Valentine’s
    more; being
  • As a result _____ is common for old people to fall asleep during the day.
    it
  • In addition staff _____ be far from courteous.
    can
  • Do you find the idea ______  sitting through yet another slide show presentation fills you with dread?
    of
  • The _____ common materials which are recycled are paper and glass. 
    most
  • Recycling involves taking used materials and turning them _____  new products.
    into
  • The animals appear to have worked out a way ______ unlocking the cases by jumping on them.
    of
  • In fact, once Christmas and New Year _____ over it is the next big date on the calendar for shops and restaurants to take advantage _____ .
    are; of
  • They need outdoor space though and regular exercise so are _____  ideal for families living in small flats
    not
  • In Japan in 2003 Astrid Klein and Mark Dytham ______  looking for a better way for ambitious young architects to do ______ presentations easily.
    was; their
  • The difference can only _____  in the comfort and service we receive, _____   will make our journey more pleasant.
    be; which
  • One young monkey ______ seen holding onto a child’s teddy, ______ frightened him a lot.
    was; which
  • ______  a result they have now set up an alternative route ______ cars with luggage on the roof.
    as;  for
  • The best thing ____ the festival is that musicians are encouraged ____ perform outside the usual music venues and concert halls.
    about; to
  • However, ___ to energy costs since the 1970s it has become more_____  a necessity and is now common practice.
    due; than
  • It has quickly spread ____ the globe and is now celebrated ____ 21st June in over 120 countries. 
    across; on
  • Research suggests that people _____ sleep between 6 to 7 hours per night are likely to live longer _____ those who sleep less than 6 or more than 8 hours per night.
    who/that; than
  • If you suffer _____ sleepiness or dysfunction during _____ , day then you are probably not getting enough sleep when you most need it.
    from; the
  • How much sleep _____ we really need?
    do
  • Most trains and planes can guarantee more space in first class _____  airlines and train services are sometimes unable to meet _____ expectations of their first class passengers.
    but; the
  • Minature pigs were develped by scientists in ____ 1980's. Since _____  the animals have become popular pets
    the; then
  • For the majority,  _____  is because they want more space,  and above all to be treated _____   royalty.
    it; like
  • However, as a regular first class traveller he acknowledges that _____  they do get it right, first class travel can be a truly wonderful experience.
    when
  • They even seem to ______ working together in groups to do it.
    be
  • They are easy _____  toilet train and once you have bonded with _____,  they are very loving.
    to; them
  • Often the cost of collection and transportation is greater _____  the cost of the energy saved. I
    than
  • They came up with something called Pecha Kucha; a presentation format ______ permits only 20 slides and only 20 seconds to talk about ______  one. 
    that/which; each
  • _____  popular belief, pigs are clean animals and do not smell.
    Contrary
  • The idea ____ World Music Day or Fete de la Musique began in France ____  the 1980s
    of; in
  • They wanted to increase ____ numbers of presenters talking ______ events and raise audience attention.
    the; at
  • Getting the right amount _____  sleep is important to be able _____ function properly on a day to day basis.
    of; to
  • It is now typical to separate household waste into materials _____  can and can’t be recycled.
    that/which
  • Micro pigs could _____  the new pet for the family _____   has everything.
    be; that/which
  • You can hear classical music, jazz bands, rock groups, pop bands, folk music and singer-songwriters all in ____ same place, and all for free.
    the
  • The origins of Valentine’s Day are _____ clear and there are different versions of who the original Saint Valentine _____ .
    not; was
  • The main idea behind the festival is that music is ____ great way to bring people together regardless ____ their nationality, ethnic and cultural background or age.
    a; of
  • Getting enough sleep also _____  an impact _____ your overall health.
    has; on
  • The elderly need _____ much sleep as when they _____ younger.
    as; were
  • ome plastics, metals and textiles _____  also be recycled as well as some electronic equipment. I
    can
  • So perhaps we are really all _____ more romantic than we like to admit.
    much/far
  • Do you get very stressed about your exams? Well, don’t worry, ______  is a solution.
    there
  • It ____ extremely popular, particularly ____ all the events were free.
    because/since/as; was
  • This means the whole presentation lasts exactly 6 minutes ______ 40 seconds. ______ you start with the first slide there is no stopping and no going back.
    and; when/once
  • Miniature pigs are better _____  medical research _____  normal breeds of pigs
    for; than
  • In various surveys and questionnaires _____ majority of people say that they do not believe in celebrating Valentine’s Day _____ the reality is that sales of flowers and other gifts goes up.
    the, but
  • It is impossible_____ escape Valentine’s Day these days.
    to
  • Do not enter the monkey enclosure ______ you have a roof case on your car.
    if
  • This also means there are fewer jobs available in industries _____  as mining.
    such
  • As people grow older, changes to body’s rhythm and health problems might make it more difficult for _____ to sleep _____ the night.
    them; through
  • He suggested ____ all-night music festival ____ celebrate the summer solstice.
    an; to
  • Scientists have used miniature pigs in all sorts _____   studies including organ transplantation.
    of
  • _____ is widely believed that between 6-8 hours sleep _____ healthy.
    It; is
  • At least the economy traveller has _____  choice of what they buy from the trolley or buffet service.
    a
  • he idea of recycling is _____  prevent waste and reduce the consumption of new fresh raw materials.
    to
  • Miniature pigs _____  first developed for medical research in Europe, before being introduced ____ pets in the USA in the 1980s.
    were; as
  • Keepers at the safari park said the monkeys had broken into ______  than ten roof cases ______  the beginning of the summer holidays.
    more; at
  • We are _____  going to reach our destination any quicker by travelling in first class rather ____ in economy.
    not; than
  • The most typical tradition is to send a card or give flowers _____ chocolates to the person you are in a romantic relationship _____ .
    or; with
  • Today the event is celebrated in cities ____ far apart as Potsdam and Osaka, New York and Sydney.
    as
  • Be careful of the monkeys because they ______ likely to open bags and steal the contents. 
    are