Idioms and colloquialisms 2

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                                   Idioms and colloquialisms 2
Idioms and colloquialisms (spoken expressions) are a common feature of the TOEFL Listening Comprehension. There are a lot of them, and each one has to be learnt individually. Often, but not always, it is possible to identify the meaning of an idiom or a colloquialism from the context in which it is being used.
The idioms and colloquialisms exercises in this book focus on some of the most commonly-used expressions.

Exercise 3:Complete these dialogs with an appropriate expression from the box:

  • A little bird told me.
  • Be my guest. 
  • Fire away, I’m all ears.
  •  I’d be glad to
  • I’m having second thoughts. 
  • I’m keeping my fingers crossed. 
  • My lips are sealed.
  • Now you’re talking! 
  • Rather you than me.
  •  That’ll be the day! 
  • That’ll teach you!
  • Who let the cat out of the bag?

1.

A. Would you mind looking after my bag while I go to the rest room?

B. __________________________________________________
2.

A. Do you mind if I sit here?

B. __________________________________________________
3.

A. How do you know the test has been canceled?

B. __________________________________________________
4.

A. I’d be really grateful if you didn’t tell anyone about it.

B. __________________________________________________
5.

A. Do you think you’ll pass the exam?

B. __________________________________________________
6.

A. I’ve signed up for extra sociology classes with Professor Dullman.

B. __________________________________________________
7.

A. I’ve got some really interesting news.

B. __________________________________________________
8.

A. You don’t want to work tonight? OK, let’s go to the theater instead.

B. __________________________________________________
9.

A. I thought you were going to apply for a place on the Theory of Knowledge course.

B. __________________________________________________
10.

A. I promise to work harder from now on.

B. __________________________________________________
11.

A. I hear that you’re going to throw a surprise party for my birthday.

B. __________________________________________________
12.

A. I’ve just eaten six hot dogs, and now I’ve got a terrible stomach ache.

B. __________________________________________________

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Idioms and colloquialisms

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                                                                  Idioms and colloquialisms

Idioms and colloquialisms (spoken expressions) are a common feature of the TOEFL Listening Comprehension. There are a lot of them, and each one has to be learnt individually. Often, but not always, it is possible to identify the meaning of an idiom or a colloquialism from the context in which it is being used.
The idioms and colloquialisms exercises in this book focus on some of the most commonly-used expressions.

Exercise 1: Complete the dialogs with an expression from the list below:

  • I couldn’t agree more.
  • I couldn’t care less. 
  • I really don’t mind.
  • It’s up to you.
  • It does nothing for me. 
  • Let me sleep on it. 
  • Never mind.
  • It can’t be helped.
  • No way!
  • Not a chance! 
  • You’ve got to be kidding! 
  • Why not?
  • Go for it!
  • Wow!
  • Way to go! 
  • You should really get a life.

 You’re welcome, but it was nothing really.
1.

A. Shall we eat out or do you want me to cook something?

B. _____________________________________

A. OK. In that case, let’s eat out.
2.

A. The economics seminar has been canceled yet again.

B. _____________________________________

A. I’m afraid not. Professor Parkhill sure seems to be absent a lot these days.
3.

A. Our history lessons are really boring, aren’t they.

B. _____________________________________

A. Right. Perhaps we shouldn’t have chosen it as an option.
4.

A. We’re going to Mo’s bar tonight. Want to come?

B. _____________________________________

A. Come on, don’t be like that! It’ll be fun!
5.

A. I need a decision as soon as possible.

B. _____________________________________

A. Well, to be honest, I’d rather you told me now.
6.

A. Are you interested in science?

B. _____________________________________

A. Me neither. I find it really boring.
7.

A. I spent most of the weekend lying in bed and watching TV

B. _____________________________________

A. I know! You’re not the first person to say that.
8.

A. If you don’t work harder, you’ll fail your exams.

B. _____________________________________

A. Well, you should. Your whole future might depend on them.
9.

A. I’ve passed all my exams – grade A’s all round!

B. _____________________________________

A. Thanks. I never thought I’d be able to do it.
10.

A. Do you think I should apply to the University of West Virginia?

B. _____________________________________

A. All right, I will. Thanks.
11. A. Thank you so much for all your help. I couldn’t have done it without you.

B. _____________________________________

A. No, really, I really appreciate it.
12.

A. I’m really sorry that I lost your dictionary.

B. _____________________________________

A. Nevertheless, I promise to replace it.

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Vocabulary Practise 2:Comparing and Contrasting, Condition and requirement

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          Vocabulary Practise 2:Comparing and Contrasting

Complete these sentences with the most appropriate word or expression in bold. In one case, all three options are possible:

1. The contrast / compare / comparison in working conditions between our Denver department and our department in Chicago is very noticeable, and employees are now demanding equality in this area.
2. The two engines differentiate / differ / different considerably from each other: one runs on gasoline, and the other is a gasoline-electric hybrid.
3. It is often difficult to differentiate / differ / contrast between students who are absent because they are genuinely sick, and those who are just enjoying a day in bed.
4. The new software program shared some common characters / characterizes / characteristics with those that were already on the market.
5. There’s a clear distinguish / distinctive / distinction between studying at a college and working from home on a correspondence course.
6. Compared / Compare / Comparing with 15 years ago, home PCs are cheaper, faster, and have a much bigger memory.
7. The two courses are different in every way: there’s absolutely no compare / comparison / contrast between them.
8. Our digital photography course is similar to / alike / resemble our traditional photography course, except that it is obviously more computer-oriented.
9. There were several similarities / similarly / similar to between the two novels, except one was aimed at a younger market while the other targeted twenty-somethings.
10. Serious computer hackers can access your personal files and destroy or alter them. Exactly / In the same way / Just as, they can gain access to your Internet banking facility and steal your money.
11. The quality of his work is excellent. Likewise / Alike / Likeness, his attitude and commitment.
12. The TOEFL covers a variety of academic and general English tasks. In contrast to / Although / By way of contrast, the TOEIC focuses more on business and professional issues.
13. Grades have not been good over the last semester. Nevertheless / Even so / However, the college still has one of the best academic records in the state.
14. There currently seems to be a large discrepancy / discrimination / differential between the number of people employed in service industries, and those employed in the primary sector.
15. The Impressionists used light and color to give the general feeling of a scene, unlike / whereas / whereby the pre-Raphaelites used a lot of detail and bright colors, and showed a romanticized view of life.

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Vocabulary Practise 1: Addition, equation, and conclusion

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This exercise will help you to review more of the important words that we use to join ideas in an essay, a verbal presentation or sometimes in everyday speech.
Exercise 1 Put the following words and expressions into their correct place in the table depending on their function.
Exercise 2 Complete these sentences with one of the words or expressions from above. In most cases, more than one answer is possible.

                                                  Addition, equation, and conclusion

Put the following words and expressions into their correct place in the table depending on their function.

  •  to sum up
  • briefly
  •  along with 
  • as well as
  •  it can be concluded that
  • likewise 
  • similarly 
  • also 
  • too 
  • in addition 
  • besides
  •  to conclude in brief
  •  in the same way 
  • thus 
  • what’s more
  •  furthermore
  • moreover 
  • along with 
  • to summarize 
  • therefore 
  • correspondingly

Complete these sentences with one of the words or expressions from above. In most cases, more than one answer is possible.
1. Tourism brings much needed money to developing countries. ______________, it provides employment for the local population.
2. ______________ bringing much needed money to developing countries, tourism provides employment for the local population.
3. Tourists should respect the local environment. ______________ they should respect the local customs.
4. ______________ industrial waste, pollution from car fumes is poisoning the environment.
5. In order to travel, you need a passport. ______________, you might need a visa, immunization shots, and written permission to visit certain areas.
6. Drugs are banned in Britain. ______________ weapons such as guns and knives.
7. All power corrupts. ______________, absolute power corrupts absolutely.
8. You shouldn’t smoke, drink, take drugs, or eat unhealthy food. ______________, you should live a more healthy lifestyle.
9. The ozone layer is becoming depleted, the air in the cities is becoming too dirty to breathe, and our seas and rivers are no longer safe to swim in. ______________ pollution is slowly destroying the planet.
10. Your grades have been very poor all year. ______________ you need to work really hard if you want to pass your exams next month.

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Vocabulary 1: Symbolism and The Age of Majority

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Vocabulary is totally important for you in TOEFL IBT. It does not only help you to express you ideas in writing better but also improve your speaking fluency and reading speed. Learning vocabulary can kill two birds with one stone. Updating your vocabulary resource everyday is the best way to review and gain more quatity of words. Below is the

Vocabulary 1: Symbolism and The Age of Majority

                                         Topic : Symbolism

1. Abstract (adj) : not concrete ; impossible to touch or see in reality.
Ex: Some inattention students consider philosophy abstract that’s hard to understand.

2. Comprehensive (adj): general ; universal
ex: My new house has not only spacious rooms but also comprehensive yard.

3. Implicit (adj): indicated; inferred.
Ex: This therapy is implicit as a miraculous way to cure patients who suffer from heart disease.

4. Condemned (adj): found guilty of some crime or offense and put under punishment.
Ex: due to misbehaving in the class meeting, John was condemned to clean the toilet all weekends.

5. Futility(n): worthlessness
Ex: I thought it would be futility to do that kind of job that paid too low.

                           Topic:The age of majority

1. In the eyes of : under , by
Ex: this problem was solved , you didn’t have to worry about it. Everything’s in the eyes of control.

2. Inalienable(adj): not capable of being taken or given away to another person.
Ex: Both John and Bill are teenage, they have inalienable right that’s why you their mother have responsibility for taking care of them.

3. Precluded (adj): excluded from
Ex: all of the students are exempt from the mid-term test but Joan is precluded as he fizzle at the income exam.

4. Exploit (v): take advantage of
Ex: if you have the discount ticket , you will exploit a half price of the beverage.

5. Penal (adj): related to punishment or prison
Ex: the penal systems in 1960’s were extremely cruel that made everyone shrink from vilolation.

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7 Tips for improving TOEFL Vocabulary

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7 Tips for improving TOEFL Vocabulary

TOEFL tests a test-taker’s ability to use and comprehend the English-language in the academic environment. In the academic environment, English is formal and sophisticated. It means that you can’t speak or expect your teachers to speak using slang.

The new TOEFL does not test your vocabulary objectively. In other words, you don’t have to write meanings, antonyms or synonyms. Your goal then is to build vocabulary in such a way that it would help you to comfortably understand the text passages, extracts, and lectures that are taken from the academic sources. Continue reading

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