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1.

  Despite being the underdog, the team managed to win the championship.
               
    (A) the weaker opponent  
(B) the stronger opponent
    (C) the favorite to win  
    (D) the team with no chance of winning  
               
2.   The repairs to my car cost me an arm and a leg, but at least it's running smoothly again.
               
    (A) an exorbitant amount of money  
(B) a fair price
    (C) a small sum of money  
    (D) nothing at all  
               
3.   My sister and I only get to see each other once in a blue moon since she lives across the country.
               
    (A) frequently  
(B) every day
    (C) occasionally  
    (D) rarely or almost never  
               
4.   Nelson's father sadly kicked the bucket last night.
               
    (A) to go for a walk  
(B) to pass away
    (C) to play a game  
    (D) to take a nap  
               
5.   The punishment for cheating on the exam was just a slap on the wrist, which was not enough to deter the student from doing it agian.
               
    (A) a serious punishment  
(B) a small punishment
    (C) a punishment that involves physical violence  
    (D) a punishment that is given to the hand  
               
6.   My wife is always telling me how to drive, but she's not the one behind the wheel. She's such a backseat driver !
               
    (A) someone who drives recklessly  
    (B) someone who sits in the back of a car
    (C) someone who gives unwanted advice  
    (D) someone who takes control of the car  
         

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    Answers : 1A   2A   3D   4B   5B   6C  
       
 
 

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