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SPORTS IN SOCIETY

The position of sport in today's society has changed out of all recognition. People no longer seem to think of sports as ‘just a game’ - to be watched or played for the (26) _________ of enjoyment. Instead, it has become big business worldwide. It has become accepted practice for leading companies to provide sponsorship. TV companies pay large sums of money to screen important matches or competitions. The result has been huge rewards for athletes, some of (27) _________ are now very wealthy, particularly top footballers, golfers and tennis players.

(28) ________ , it is not unusual for some athletes to receive large fees on top of their salary, for advertising products or making personal appearances.

 

A trend towards shorter working hours means that people generally tend to have more free time, both to watch and to take in sporting activity; sport has become a significant part of the recreation industry that we now rely (29) _________ to fill our leisure hours. Professional sport is a vital part of that industry, providing for millions of (30) _________ people all over the world.

Question 26:

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I'm going on business for a week, so I'll be leaving everything _________.

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My father hit the roof when he found that I'd damaged the car.

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If the prisoners attempt to escape from prison, _________  immediately.

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Archaeologists think that massive floods could have _________  the dinosaurs.

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The Netherlands, with much of its land lying lower than sea level, have a system of dikes and canals for controlling water.

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Fruit and vegetables should be carefully washed whether eaten fresh or cook.

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As an ASEAN member, Vietnam has actively participated in the groups programs and has also created new _________  and cooperation mechanics.

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_______  they've already made their decision, there's nothing much we can do.

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- Peter: "My parents gave me no choice but to study business." 

- Danny: “_______.”

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He was attentive as Betsy and I talked about our charity concert to help the victims of the recent floods.

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_________, the town does not get much of an ocean breeze.

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The symptoms of diabetes in the early stages are too slight that people do not notice them.

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Perhaps, the violence was provoked by the fans of the visiting team.

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Most people indulge _________  harmless fantasies to relieve the boredom of their lives.

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The police have concluded tentatively that the explosion was caused by a bom