Use of English Flashcards

Choose the word that best fills the gap: 'The new policy was met with _______ opposition from local residents.'

Answer: fierce

'Fierce opposition' is the most natural collocation in formal English for strong, intense resistance.

Which option correctly completes the sentence using a conditional? 'Had she known about the delay, she _______ the earlier train.'

Answer: would have taken

Third conditional sentences use 'had + past participle' and 'would have + past participle'.

Select the word that correctly completes: 'The _______ of the building made it impossible to heat efficiently.'

Answer: structure

'Structure' refers to the physical construction and arrangement of a building that would affect heating.

Choose the correct connecting adverb: 'He had not studied for the exam; _______, he passed with distinction.'

Answer: nevertheless

'Nevertheless' expresses contrast, appropriate when an unexpected result follows.

Which form is correct? 'The researchers suggested that the government _______ the policy immediately.'

Answer: review

After verbs of suggestion/recommendation, the subjunctive (base form) is used in formal English.

Identify the correct idiom meaning to start fresh: 'After the scandal, the company wanted to _______ and rebuild its reputation.'

Answer: turn over a new leaf

'Turn over a new leaf' means to make a fresh start or change behavior for the better.

Choose the correct word: 'The scientist's findings were _______ by subsequent research conducted worldwide.'

Answer: corroborated

'Corroborated' means confirmed or supported by additional evidence.