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With price increases on most necessities, many people have to tighten their belt for fear of getting into financial difficulties.

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You shouldn’t lose heart; success often comes to those who are not _______ by failure.s

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Only after she _______ from a severe illness did she realise the importance of good health

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Mary left home to start an independent life. She realised how much her family meant to her

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It is advisable that the apprentice should be _______ to learn the ins and outs of the new job

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best completes each of the following exchanges.

Silas is talking to his roommate, Salah, about the Olympic Games.

- Silas: “Do you think our country can host the Olympic Games some day in the future?”

- Salah: “_______. We can’t afford such a big event.”

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“Would you like to go to the show with me?” Anna said to Bella

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It is firmly believed that books are a primary means for disseminating knowledge and information