WP P.

3,6,7
Cruel Stern Defeat Mental Plough Business Apparent
Assistance Appearance Advanced Vacant

1. The farmer used a sturdy ____________________ to prepare the fields for planting new crops.

2. Her ____________________ warning to the students ensured they stayed focused during the

exam.

3. The company offered ____________________ to employees struggling with the new software

system.

4. Despite their best efforts, the team faced a crushing ____________________ in the

championship game.

5. The ____________________ house on the corner had been abandoned for years, attracting

curious explorers.

6. His ____________________ remarks left everyone in the room feeling hurt and uncomfortable.

7. The manager’s decision to expand the ____________________ into new markets proved highly

profitable.

8. The ____________________ of a rare bird in the park drew crowds of excited birdwatchers.

9. We have ____________________ greatly in our knowledge of the universe.

10. It was ____________________ from his smile that he was thrilled with the surprise party.

11. The therapist helped him overcome his ____________________ barriers to achieve greater

confidence.

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 WP P.8
Retreat Inhabited Invade Invasion Regret Regretful Devote Devotion
Develop Development Regard Regards Reserve Respect

1. The company decided to ____________________ the conference room for the entire afternoon

meeting.

2. She showed great ____________________ to her family by caring for them through difficult

times.

3. With deep ____________________, he apologized for missing the important family gathering.

4. The ancient ruins were once ____________________ by a thriving civilization thousands of years

ago.

5. The general ordered the troops to ____________________ from the battlefield to regroup safely.

6. Her parents always ____________________ her as the smartest of their children.

7. The army planned a surprise ____________________ of the enemy’s territory at dawn.

8. Scientists worked tirelessly to ____________________ a new vaccine for the emerging disease.

9. The rapid ____________________ of the city transformed quiet farmland into bustling

skyscrapers.

10. The aliens seemed poised to ____________________ Earth in the science fiction movie.

11. The monk chose to ____________________ his life entirely to prayer and meditation.

12. She spoke with genuine ____________________ for the traditions of her ancestors during the

ceremony.

13. Years later, he felt ____________________ about not pursuing his passion for music earlier.

14. The board sent their best ____________________ to the retiring CEO in the farewell letter.

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 WP P.9,11
Addresses Crutches Valleys Handcuffs Issue Creature Statue Avenue

1. The new ____________________ in the town square was unveiled during a lively community

ceremony.

2. After spraining her ankle, she relied on ____________________ to move around comfortably.

3. The ____________________ discovered in the ocean depths had glowing tentacles and a strange

shape.

4. The city compiled a list of all residents’ ____________________ to update the voter registration

records.

5. They hiked through the lush ____________________, marveling at the greenery and flowing

streams.

6. The police officer placed ____________________ on the suspect to ensure everyone’s safety.

7. The magazine published a special issue focusing on the climate change ____________________.

8. The bustling ____________________ was lined with shops, cafes, and colorful street performers.

Sequencing

Put the sentences in the correct order.

a. The night before, she had laid out her clothes and set her alarm.
b. After eating breakfast, she packed her bag with everything she needed.
c. She arrived at the park just as the sun was rising, feeling ready for adventure.
d. On the way out, she took one last look at her reflection in the mirror.
e. Cindy woke up early, excited for a big day ahead.
f. Finally, she smiled, knowing it was going to be a perfect day.

_____ → _____ →_____ →_____ →_____ →_____

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 Part of Speech
Complete each blank with the most suitable one.

The country of Japan 1. ____________________ of four main islands, namely Hokkaido, Honshu,

Shikoku, and Kyushu. 2. ____________________ them, Honshu is the largest island, where Tokyo,

the capital city, is located. Tokyo is 3. ____________________ for its Tokyo Tower and the bustling

Shibuya Crossing. Both are popular spots for 4. ____________________ and tourists alike. The

main language spoken in Japan is 5. ____________________. If you are planning to visit Japan, it

is a good idea to learn some basic 6. ____________________ to help with communication.

Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the given words.
Dear Sarah,

How have you been? I am writing to tell you about my recent experiences at school. Last term, I
found the science project quite 1. ____________________ (challenge), especially the part about
conducting experiments accurately. I felt really 2. ____________________ (frustrate) when my
first few attempts failed. However, with help from my teacher and classmates, I gradually became
more 3. ____________________ (confidence).

During the midterm break, my family and I decided to go hiking in the mountains. The journey
was utterly 4. ____________________ (exhaust), but the breathtaking views made it all
worthwhile. I was especially 5. ____________________ (impress) by the diversity of wildlife we
encountered. This trip also made me more 6. ____________________ (appreciate) of nature’s
beauty.

Looking ahead, I hope to become more 7. ____________________ (organize) with my studies so

that I can balance schoolwork and hobbies better. I will keep you updated!

Best wishes,
Emily

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 Proofreading
Proofread the following passage. Each line has one mistake. Mark as follows:
1. Underline wrong word(s) and write the correction.
2. Mark missing word with a ‘^’ and write the missing word.
3. Cross out extra word and write ‘X’.
4. If correct, put a ‘✓’.

Every morning, the city council send 1.____________________

workers to cleaning the streets. Bins 2. ____________________

are placed on every corner for people 3. ____________________

to throw their rubbish in. 4. ____________________

The rubbish is usually collect by 5. ____________________

special trucks who come daily. 6. ____________________

Some citizens does not care about 7. ____________________

keep the streets tidy. They 8. ____________________

sometimes throw their garbage 9. ____________________

careless on the ground. 10. ____________________

This behaviour only makes the 11. ____________________

environment dirty but also cause 12. ____________________

health problems. If everyone did 13. ____________________

their part, the city would much 14. ____________________

cleaner and safer.

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 Indirect speech

Change the following sentences from direct speech into indirect speech.
1. Anna said, "I have finished my homework."
→ ______________________________________________________________________________

2. Peter said, "I am going to visit my grandparents next weekend."

→ ______________________________________________________________________________

3. Lucy said, "I cannot find my keys."

→ ______________________________________________________________________________

4. Mr. Chan said, "You should take the bus to school."

→ ______________________________________________________________________________

5. Jane said, "We will celebrate her birthday tomorrow."

→ ______________________________________________________________________________

6. David said, "I must finish the report by Monday."

→ ______________________________________________________________________________

7. Teacher said to the students, "Please submit your assignments by Friday."

→ ______________________________________________________________________________

8. Mom said, "Don't forget to lock the door before you leave."
→ ______________________________________________________________________________