Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that bestfits each of the numbered blanks from 25 to 29. Fill in the appropriate word in question 28

WOMEN TAKING THE HUSBAND’S NAME

        Many women in Western society, aware of the power of names to influence identity, are aware that choosing how to identify themselves after marriage can be a significant decision. They may follow the tradition of taking their husband's last name, hyphenate their (25)_____ name and their husband's, or keep their birth name. One fascinating survey reveals that a woman's choice is (26)_____ to reveal a great deal about herself and her relationship with her husband. Women who take their husband's name place the most importance (27)_____ relationships. On the other hand, women who keep their birth names put their personal concerns ahead of relationships and social expectations. Female forms of address influence others'

perceptions as well. Research (28)_____ in the late 1980s showed that women who choose the title Ms. give the impression of being more achievement oriented, socially self-confident, and dynamic but less interpersonally warm than counterparts (29)_____ prefer the more traditional forms Miss or Mrs.

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We decided not to travel, _____ the terrible weather forecast.

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The new supermarket is so much cheaper than the one in John Street. _____, they do free

home deliveries.

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Richard Byrd was ____ first person in history to fly over ____ North Pole.

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Ninety-seven percent of the world’s water are salt water found in the oceans.

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As John _____ enjoyed doing research, he never could imagine himself pursuing other careers.

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The widened _____ will help keep traffic flowing during rush hours.

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She is so attractive. Many boys run after her.

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Doctors and nurses of this hospital have worked round the clock to help those injured in the recent earthquake.

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Everyone will tell you that becoming a parent is challenging, but you never really know what that means until you learn about it the _____ way.

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_____ you happen to visit him, give him my best wishes.

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Tim is thinking of leaving his present job because his manager is always getting at him.

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Today, some students tend to _____ the importance of soft skills as they solely focus on academic subjects at school.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges.

Anne is seeing Mary off at the airport.

Anne: “Don’t fail to look after yourself, Mary!”

Marry: “_____”

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Fred Astaire is said to have been the most popular dancer of his time, but he was also a talented actor, a singer, and choreographer.

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You can use a microwave or cook this kind of food in a conventional oven.