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Stress

      Stress is important. We all need a certain amount of it in order to (46) x fulfilling lives. However, if we have too much of it, it can have the opposite effect. Some people can tolerate greater (47) x of stress than others, but most of us will (48) x at some time in our lives. It is, (49) x , a good idea to learn a few stress management techniques. Identifying the cause of the problem we have, so that we can (50) x it more effectively, is one of the first step towards reducing stress.

The second is talking to a person you can trust, who will listen and, if necessary, give you some positive

advice. Not only are smoking and drinking (51) x to our health, they actually increase stress (52) x than reduce it. So, next time you want to relax, instead of reaching for that glass of wine or a cigarette, have a warm bath or go for a walk. Walking has more than health (53) x . It helps you think more clearly, (54) x . Pets have calming influences on us, unless they make noise which irritates us. In fact, unwanted noises should be avoided as far as possible. On the other hand, laughter is one of the best ways to make yourself feel (55) x better.Question 47

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It can be an amazing experience for those who have the x to leave their family and friend and live in a new place

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x TV for the last four hours? Turn it off and get some exercise

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Make sure you x your assignment before you go to bed

A lot needs be done to the house before anyone can start living in

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It took Ted a long time to get x the breakup of his marriage

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Mr. Simkins is the big x in the company as he has just been promoted to the position of Managing Director

It is of great importance that he speaks to the Dean before leaving for his location

There are very large rooms with beautiful decorated walls in her new house

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Some crimes seem to be x in this country than in others

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Of course an encyclopedia is not a book you read x

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The Red Cross all over the world has carried out a lot of x

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“You haven’t been to the bank today, have you?” - “ x .”

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“What was Derek’ s reaction to the accusation?”

“Well, he denied x anywhere near the house at the time.”

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Mary invited her friend, Sarah, to have dinner out that night and Sarah accepted.Mary: “Shall we eat out tonight ?” - Sarah: “ x .”

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