1 These are the motives for doing it. A reasons B excuses C answers D replies 2 The river widens considerably as it begins to turn west A extends B stretches C broadens D bends 3 Many economists have given in to the fatal lure of mathematics. A error B puzzle C attraction D contradiction 4 With immense relief I stopped running A no B 1ittle C scarce D enormous 5 A great deal has been done to remedy the situation A maintain B improve C preserve D protect 6 We can no longer tolerate his actions. A put up with B accept C take D receive 7 Loud noises can be irritating. A hateful B painful C stimulating D annoying 8 In the background was that eternal hum A long B never-ending C boring D extensive 9 The Constitutions vague nature has given it the flexibility to be adapted when circumstances change A imprecise B apparent C clear D easy |