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Practice 1 Questions 1 10 are based on the information given. 1. Robert Louise Stevenson was the author of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde. He studied engineering at the University of Edinburgh, but later changed to law. However, he was often sick and thus took up writing.

Based on the information, we know that Stevenson A. Wrote only one book B. Became a great lawyer C. Did not graduate as an engineer D. Had always wanted to be a writer

2. HELP THE TSUNAMI VICTIMS Date : 9 March 2013 Venue : Civic Centre Time : 9 a.m 10 p.m Note : Clothes and electrical goods should be in reasonable good condition. If you want to donate any items, they must A. Be worn out B. Be brand new C. Still be useable D. Not be scratched 3.

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Why are there similar signs used to show the direction? It is the cartoonists way to .. A. B. C. D. 4. DO YOU HAVE PROBLEMS? ARE YOU DEPRESSED? CALL BEFRIENDER 1-800-299-222 The words problems and depressed imply that the person who calls Befriender A. B. C. D. is looking for friends is going through a hard time seeks treatment for his fever wants to join the Befriender Club entertain the readers. distract the readers attention. emphasise that cloning means duplicating. show that there are many cloning labs ahead.

5. STUDENTS SHOULD EAT HEALTHILY

From the headline, we know that students are A. advised to eat nutritious food B. encouraged to watch their diet C. asked to maintained their health D. instructed to eat when they are hungry

6. KOTA KINABALU: Visit Malaysia 2012 is coming up soon. More tourists are coming to Sabah to enjoy the natural beauty that Sabah has to offer. Sabahans are strongly advised to help keep beaches and sea clean. The authorities will not hesitate to fine those found throwing rubbish indiscriminately.

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The report advises Sabahans that they

A. B. C. D. 7.

have to clean the beaches will have to please tourists will be prosecuted if they litter the beaches have to help tourists to enjoy the beauty of Sabah

DEAD SHARK FOUND WITH PLASTIC STUCK IN THROAT

From the headline, we know that the shark died due to A. B. C. D. 8. a dirty item suffocation a sore throat polluted sea

Parrot Hotel Pulau Pinang

RM66 Per room Per night

Facitilies offered - Swimming pool - Seminar rooms - Tennis co0urts - Gymnasium *Set lunch RM26

Additional charges for festive seasons, school holidays and weekends.

For booking during Chinese New Year you will have to pay A. extra B. early C. RM26 D. RM66

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NO OUTSIDE FOOD ALLOWED

The sign above can probably be found at a A. Restaurant B. Bookshop C. Hospital D. School 10. Adults : 2 tablets every 8 hours. Children (7 years and above): 1 tablet every 8 hours. If pain persists for more than 2 days, consult a doctor.

The above instructions can most probably be found on A. The door of a doctors office. B. A bottle of vitamins C. A tin of health drink D. A packet of tablets.

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Practice 2

Questions 1 10 are based on the information given. 100% COTTON WARM HAND WASH DO NOT BLEACH DO NOT TUMBLE DRY

1. From the label above, we know that the shirt A B C D can be whitened using a bleaching agent must be easy to iron as it is made of cotton ought to be hand-washed using warm water can be put into a washing machine but not tumbled dry

Go for a whirl in this great invention

Get great mileage - less fuel Get good emissions - less pollution Get green - environment-friendly

2. A B C D

The advertisement above shows that the car is green in colour emits harmful gases saves on petrol consumption has good long lasting tyres to run on

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3. Study the notice below and answer the question that follows.

The trip is open to A B C D 4. Everyone those who can pay members of the Science Society green Organic Farm members

Read the sign below and answer the question that follows.

When we see this sign, we should A B C D 5 wait to be called stand next to the line wait in line for our turn queue up in front

Read the movie review below and answer the question that follows.

Lost
A group of young adventurers went to look for lost treasure and found more than they bargained for when they lost the treasure map. What kind of movie is Lost? A B C D Cartoon Family drama Adventure thriller Comedy

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6. Read the news report below and answer the question that follow.

Klang Municipal Council has been issuing a RM10 on the spot fine on those who litter the town since November last year. This is part of the councils Clean Township, Beautiful Township programme.

How does the Klang Municipal Council hope to make Klang a clean township? A B C D 7 By cleaning up the town. By forbidding people from littering. By imposing an on-the-spot fine on litterbugs. By making those who litter clean up the area.

Read the notice below and answer the question that follows.

This sign is to inform people that the A B C D 8. cement has not set ground is covered with cement surface will break if stepped on road is slippery with cement

Read the news report below and answer the question that follows.

Kuala Lunpur: If you are sourcing for affordable holiday packages, make the third MAS Travel Fair your first destination. The fair, which promises Great Deals, So Easy To Book is from Feb. 17 to 26. There is no set venue. It is more of a virtual fair. For details, log on to www.malaysiaairlines.com

Which words tell us that we need to make bookings online? A B C D Travel Fair first destination set venue virtual fair

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9 Read the text below and answer the question that follows.

Silat or the traditional Malay art of self-defence resembles an intricate warrior dance. This ancient martial art was used in hand-to-hand combat and involved elaborate hand and body movements.

According to the text, silat is a form of A B C D 10. Dancing Exercise Singing martial art

Read the advertisement below and answer the question that follows.

COIN MUSEUM Bank Negara, Kuala Lumpur This unique museum houses the coins and monies used in Malaysia from the Melaka Sultanate to the present. Take a trip back in time! The statement, Take a trip back in time! means A B C D to travel in the time machine take a trip to Melaka pay a visit to the coin museum look at the coins and recall the history of Malaysian currency

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Practice 3 Questions 1 10 are based on the information given. 1.

Based on the missing person poster above, what should you do if you see the girl? A. Immediately alert the police B. Take the girl to a safe place. C. Try to contact her parents. D. Make her go with you.

2.

1 2
ALARM SOUNDS

MOVE TO EXIT POINTS

3
LEAVE THE BUILDING

4
ARRIVE AT ASSEMBLY POINTS

The chart above shows what people in a building should do when A. They think they are in danger. B. They have finished working C. There is a robbery. D. A fire occurs

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3. Day/Time Monday Tuesday Wednesda y 3-4 p.m English B. Malaysi a History 45 p.m. Maths BREAK Maths Englis h 59 p.m 9 10 p.m Geograph y Living Skills Science 10 11 p.m History Science B. Malaysi a

Based on Lees personal timetable above, we know that A. He stops studying at midnight B. He likes doing revision in the morning. C. He is weak in English and Bahasa Malaysia. D. He takes a break from studying in evening. 4. If you love writing, you are WANTED!! Come join our poetry and short story writing competition. Stand a chance to win massive cash prizes. Drop by www.penmasters.com For full details and to register. Contests ends on 30 June 2013.

The competition mentioned above is open to A. Professional and experienced writers only B. People who enjoy good poems and short stories C. Anybody who likes writing poems and short stories D. People wanting to learn poetry and short story writing

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Johan walks out of Perdana Bank and goes along Jalan Lunas. At the first junction he turns right and keeps going until he comes to a second junction. He turns right again and continues along another road. Which building will he not pass on his journey? A. B. C. D. 6. Building A Building B Building C Building D

The weather forecast shows that A. Having a picnic on Sunday should be all right B. People should probably stay home on Tuesday C. It is definitely going to rain all day on Tuesday D. Going out on Monday is very dangerous.

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SILENCE IS GOLDEN
The sign can most probably be seen A. At a bus station B. At a canteen C. In a bakery D. In a library 8.

Based on the dialogue above, we know that Anantha is A. B. C. D. Angry with Fadli Being rude to Fadli Boasting about his riding skills Endangering himself and breaking the law

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The advertisement tells us that at DELIA Cafe we can A. Buy spices and aromatic lemongrass B. Eat scrumptious chicken C. Sell healthy chicken D. Try lemongrass chicken

10. Sufi, Lunch is on the table. Make sure you finish the vegetables. Dont touch the curly fries and ice-cream! Mom What can we infer from the note? A. B. C. D. Sufis mother forbids him from eating unhealthy food Sufi has to finish all the food mentioned. Sufi can eat curly fries after lunch. Sufi has to cook his own lunch.

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Practice 4

1. Please come to see me when the school ends. Mr Razi

According to the memo, the student has to see the teacher A. Before recess B. During school C. After school D. After recess 2. SWIM AT YOUR OWN RISK No lifeguard on duty
Hotel management

The sign above means that we A. Must take risk B. Cannot swim there C. Have to care for ourselves D. Would be injured 3. CAUTION! WET FLOOR CLEANING IN PROGRESS

When you see the following sign, you are advised to A. Clean the floor B. Walk with care C. Watch your shoes D. Alert other people 4.

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Based on the notice above, which of the following statements is true? A. We must not be wasteful when using things. B. We should reuse, reduce, and recycle things. C. We need to make use of the things we have. D. We have to meet the needs of our loved ones. 5.

No footwear beyond here

The sign above tells us that A. People need to go bare-footed B. There is no footwear sold beyond the sign. C. Footwear must be taken off before going past the sign. D. We are not allowed to walk around the place without shoes.

6. Top Jobs Only for Those Who Know the Language Well By : Hariati Azizan and Lee Yen Mun Petaling Jaya It does not matter if you are top of your class or have a string of degrees. That dream job will not be yours unless you can speak and write well in English.

From the newspaper report above, we know that A. Knowledge in English Language is an asset B. Being top in class is definitely an advantage C. Having a string of degrees can guarantee a secure job D. The ability to write and communicate in English is essential

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LIPIS MALL EXTENDED SHOPPING HOURS 3-6 JULY 2013 OPEN TILL MIDNIGHT Based on the notice above, which of the following statements is true? A. Extended hours are over three days only. B. The mall has extended its business hours. C. The mall is having a sale only at night. D. Shoppers can only buy goods during the extended hours. 8.

Papa Joes Special

How to make Milk Shake (for 1 person) Ingredients: 1. 2 scoops of ice-cream 2. 1 glass of cold milk Steps: 1. Blend ice-cream and milk. 2. Serve cold.

According to Papa Joe, to make a good milkshake, you need A. Hot milk B. Cold water C. Cold milk and ice-cream D. Ice cubes and ice-cream 9.

WE BORROW THE WORLD FROM OUR CHILDREN! SAY NO TO POLLUTION!

From the notice above, we know that we should

A. Protect nature B. Support our children

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C. Borrow the earth D. Encourage pollution

10. Vitalcare vitamin C One (1) tablet a day for children below 12 years For adults and children aged 13 and above take two tablets a day

We are recommended to give a five-year-old child A. One tablet a day B. Two tablets a day C. Twelve tablets a day D. Thirteen tablets a day

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Practice 5 1.

From the comic strip above, we know the man is saying that A. He is too tired to do anything B. His time for relaxing is very important to him C. He is willing to do something special for his wife D. His wife is always asking him to do work around the house

2.

Ameer will be sent to detention class because he A. Likes the class B. Had visited the class before C. Wants to enter the class D. Came late to school

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The pie chart shows that Janet A. Spends most of her allowance on phone calls B. Is most conscious about her appearance C. Likes to hang out at fast food outlets D. Is a very fashionable person

4.

From the advertisement, we understand that A. The more you buy, the higher the discount given B. The fishing rods are branded and worth buying C. You can get a discount of 80% on rods D. You will receive 50% off if you buy two rods. 5.

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The weather forcast shows that it is wet in A. Perak and Selangor B. Perak and Pulau Pinang C. Terengganu and Kelantan D. Negeri Sembilan and Selangor

Questions 6 and 7 are based on the recipe below

6. To make the dough, we need the following except A. Flour B. Yeast C. Sugar D. Butter

7.

Before filling the buns with sardine, we have to A. Steam them B. Bake them C. Fry them D. Cut them

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The message of the exhibition is likely to be A. An environment exhibition B. There must be no pollution C. Keep your environment clean D. Come early to get a free poster

9.

The phrase narrow escape tells us that

A. B. C. D.

The passengers were nearly killed Some passengers had slight injuries Some passengers fell off the bus The bus was a total wreck

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10.

Participants have to A. Win a prize B. Submit an article C. Submit an entry form D. Write a short story

Practice 6 1.

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The special offer is on A. As long as there is stock B. For a whole month C. Till the end of the year D. For an indefinite period 2.

The newspaper headline tells us the A. Causes of the flood B. Result of the flood C. Number of lives lost D. Areas flooded

3.

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The notice above gives _______ on food safety. A. Commands B. Records C. Advice D. Rules 4.

The sign informs motorists to A. Park their cars B. Turn around C. Slow down D. Drive on

5.

On what product is this label likely to be seen? A. Medicine B. Detergent C. Cream D. Food

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6.

What is the function of the thick layer of blubber? A. To help the hippo breathe above the water B. To help keep its heavy body afloat in water C. To scare away predators D. To keep the animal warm 7.

By the phrase looking into, the man means A. Meeting B. Looking at C. Investigating D. Looking for Tom

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What is the purpose of Linas letter? A. To apply for a student visa. B. To tell Jim she is studying overseas. C. To advise Jim on how to prepare for studying overseas D. To ask Jim to buy her winter clothes 9.

Each customer can buy A. Coffee or tea B. Two packets only C. Two cups of coffee only D. As many packets as they want.

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To go to Sims Bakery, I must A. Turn right at Green Lane B. Turn left at the T-junction C. Turn right at the roundabout D. Go to the cinema

Practice 7 Read the letter below and answer the question that follows.
Dear Sir, The park near my house has become an unsafe place to go to. Drug addicts are always seen there. I hope the town council will take action against them. Yours sincerely, Brian

1.

The purpose of the letter is to A make a suggestion B ask for another park C complain about the noise D complain about the drug addicts

Read the sign outside a hall and answer the question that follows.

REMOVE YOUR SHOES BEFORE ENTERING

2.

The message of the sign is that we cannot

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A B C D wear sandals wear shoes into the hall go in if our shoes are outside leave our shoes inside the hall

Look at the picture below and answer the question that follows.

3.

If I want to buy these objects, I will go to a A barber shop B grocery shop C hardware shop D stationery shop

Study the graph below and answer the question that follows.

5
Number of vans (000)

4 3 2 1 0

August September October November

Months
4.

The graph shows that the sale of vans A increased steadily B remained the same C was dropping every month D was the highest in September

Look at the picture below and answer the question that follows.

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5.

To get to the Butterfly Farm from the jetty, I have to A turn left to Pine Lane B pass the Mat Batik shop C stop at Anas chalets first

Read the text below and answer the question that follows.
Start your day with breakfast. Breakfast gets you going after a long night without food. It gives you energy to attend classes. Easy-to-prepare breakfasts are cereal with fruit and toast and eggs.
6.

The main point of this passage is A eating cereal gives you energy B attend classes only after a heavy breakfast C taking breakfast early is highly recommended D breakfast is an important meal

Read the label below and answer the question that follows.

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ORIGINAL TASTE 3-in-1 tea + lime + sugar

7.

The label informs buyers about the A price B expiry date C ingredients D name of manufacturer

Study the table below and answer the question that follows. Year 2003 2004 2005 Percentage 9% 11% 12.5%

Increase in the number of snatch thefts between 2003 and 2005

8.

The table shows that snatch thefts from 2003 to 2005 A dropped B did not drop C involved students D took place in the city

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Read the dialogue below and answer the question that follows.

9.

The girl is saying that Chun Wei A is playing badminton B has failed to get a new racquet C has quit playing badminton D is participating in a tournament

Read the sign below and answer the question that follows.

10.

The sign tells us that A the shop is closed B the shopkeepers go home at 3 p.m. C we can come back after lunch D we have lunch outside

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Practice 8 Read the advertisement below and answer the questions that follow.
COMPUTER ANALYST Requirements: Degree in Computer Studies Minimum 2 years working experience Must be creative and independent Interested applicants must write in with resume and contact number.

1.

Those who wish to apply must A send a fax B apply in writing C phone the office D attend an interview immediately The applicant for the post must A have a degree in Computer Studies B have 2 years of working experience C be a female D be creative

2.

Read the movie review below and answer the question that follows.

After saving a girl who attempted suicide, Jack finds himself falling for her. See the movie to find out what happens next.

3.

The movie seems to be a A romance B war drama C police drama D science fiction

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Read the notice below and answer the question that follows.
GARDEN CLUB

Activity Meetings Places we visit

: : :

Attending to plants Once a month Nurseries, plantations

We are open to new members now!

4.

The notice is seeking A advice B gardens C members D donations

Read the text below and answer the questions that follow.
Two types of bats are found in Malaysia. One is small in size and feeds on flying insects. The other is often called flying squirrels. They range from the smaller dog-faced bat to the red flying fox type. This type has a wingspan of one and a half metres. They feed on fruits and flowers.

5.

From the text above we know that the two types of bats A behave differently B eat different food C make different sounds D live in different habitats

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6.

The word range means A fly B vary C come D watch

Look at the picture below and answer the question that follows.

7.

If I want to buy this item, I have to go to a A estate B park C nursery D plantation

Read the statement below and answer the question that follows.

ALL THAT GLITTERS IS NOT GOLD 8.

This statement warns us not to A buy gold B judge appearances only C be attracted by beauty D wear too much jewellery

Read the notice below and answer the question that follows.

KEEP SCHOOL CLEAN CAMPAIGN 10 August 17 August

9.

This notice emphasises the need for A more windows B bigger classrooms C more notice boards D cleanliness in school

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Look at the picture below and answer the question that follows.

10.

The tool which can be used to remove wooden splinters is a pair of A knives B cutters C scissors D tweezers

Practice 9 Read the notice below and answer the question that follows.

1.

The notice concerns only those A in Form Two B serving drinks C watching the concert D taking part in the contest

Read the dialogue below and answer the questions that follow.

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2.

The two people in the picture are A crying B arguing C discussing D whispering To have had enough is not being able to A continue B read anymore C talk anymore D bear it anymore

3.

Study the statement below and answer the questions that follow.
Saving 20% Rent 17% Food 33% Entertainment 30%

4.

If Shamsul earns RM 2 500 per month, how much does he save each month? A RM 300 B RM 400 C RM 500 If he spends 3% less on food, how much can he save? A RM 60 B RM 70 C RM 75
Number of siblings of Form 3 students

5.

No sibling, 18% 4 or more siblings, 19% 1 sibling, 45%

3 siblings, 4%

2 siblings, 14%

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Study the pie chart below and answer the questions that follow. 6. Based on the pie chart, how many children are there in most family? A One B Two C Three D Four

Study the table below and answer the question that follow.
Places where friends are made Places Number of friends made Sports field 459 School Library Neighbourhood

608

123

87

7.

Where are the least number of friends made? A. School B. Library C. Sports field D. Neighborhood

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Study the memo below carefully and answer the questions that follows.

Peter, Im sorry I forgot to bring your scouts log book today. Will ask Ramli to deliver it to your house tomorrow evening.

John
8. Who has written this memo? A. Peter B. John Peter is a member of a A. uniformed boy B. sports club John is most probably a

C. D.

Not mentioned Ramli

9.

C. society D. music club

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A. B. C. D. careful boy thrifty boy forgetful boy caring boy

Practice 10 Read the diary entry below and answer the question that follow.
AISHAHS DIARY 17 May 3.00 p.m. leave for tuitions class must be there 3.30 p.m. sharp 3.30 to 6.30 p.m. tuition reach home at 7.00 p.m., have a quick dinner and then go for music class

1.

How long is Aishah away from home for her tuition class? A. One hour B. Two hours C. Three hours D. Four hours

Read the report below and answer the questions that follow.
Over the last ten years, the volume of traffic in the city has tripled. This has resulted in more traffic jams, road accidents due to reckless driving and road rage cases. To date, more than 5000 drivers have been punished for carelessly causing accidents and for injuries caused by road rage incidents.

2.

The increase in the number of vehicles has caused an increase in A. car thefts C. car accidents B. car prices D. car hijackings From the report we know that

3.

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A. B. C. D. road distances in the city have increased it takes a longer time to travel by car in the city modern cars are built safer and tougher for city driving more roads in the city have been charged to one-way streets

Study the table below carefully and answer the questions that follow. Products of Countries in ASEAN Region Country Malaysia Thailand Singapore Philippines 4. Rubber Rice Electrical Appliances Coconut Product

Which country produces electrical wares? A. Malaysia B. Thailand

C. Singapore D. Philippines

5. A. B. C. D. 6.

Rubber, rice and coconut are ______________ products. agricultural electrical marine herbal

A conclusion that can be made from the table above is that A. Thailand imports rice from other neighbouring countries B. Malaysia has its own rubber plantation C. Singapore relies on agricultural to survive D. Philippines exports rubber as a by-product

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Read the advertisement below and answer the questions that follow.
PERODUA KANCIL 850 EX (M) 1999. Good condition. Red. Full loan.

Monthly RM 238

7.

What is for sale? A. A mousedeer 012 - 3021223 B. A car

C. D.

A lorry A tractor

8.

What does the advertisement mean by good condition? A. In good shape B. Needs repairs C. Not functioning D. Not working

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9.

Anyone interested can A. e-mail the seller B. call up the seller C. send a mail to the seller D. send fax to the seller

Look at the picture below and answer the question that follows.

10.

You will find these things in a A. tool box B. sewing kit C. first-aid kit

answers 1) C 6)C answers 1)C 6)C answers 1)A 6)A answers 1)C 6)D

Practice 1 2)C 7)B Practice 2 2)C 7)A Practice 3 2)D 7)D Practice 4 2)C 7)A

3)C 8)A

4)B 9)A

5)A 10)D

3)C 8)D

4)C 9)D

5)C 10)D

3)D 8)D

4)C 9)B

5)C 10)A

3)B 8)C

4)A 9)A

5)C 10)A

answers 1)B 6)D

Practice 5 2)D 7)B

3)B 8)C

4)C 9)A

5)D 10)D

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answers 1)A 6)D Practice 7 1 D 2 B 3 C 4 A 5 B 6 D 7 C 8 B 9 C 10 C Practice 6 2)B 7)C Practice 8 1 B 2 A 3 A 4 C 5 B 6 B 7 C 8 B 9 D 10 D 3)C 8)C Practice 9 1 D 2 B 3 D 4 C 5 C 6 A 7 D 8 B 9 A 10 C 4)B 9)B Practice 10 1 D 2 C 3 B 4 C 5 A 6 C 7 B 8 A 9 B 10 A 5)A 10)C