Fill in each blank with the correct form of the word in brackets.

1. Accuracy is a crucial factor in (science) studies.
2. The quick (act) by the policeman saved the little boy from the kidnapper.
3. The (athlete) meeting will commence at 2 o’clock.
4. It is (custom) for Chinese married couples to give red packets during the Chinese New Year.
5. This is not the (solve) to the serious problem.
6. Harold is an (absolute) terrific skater, just a delight to see.
7. The students listen (attention) to the new principal’s speech.
8. Inhaling too much (insect) can be harmful.
9. We waited (expect) for the arrival of the guest-of-honour.
10. The (war) behaviour of the men put everyone off.



  1. Accuracy is a crucial factor in scientific studies.
  2. The quick action by the policeman saved the little boy from the kidnapper.
  3. The athletic meeting will commence at 2 o’clock.
  4. It is customary for Chinese married couples to give red packets during the Chinese New Year.
  5. This is not the solution to the serious problem.
  6. Harold is an absolutely terrific skater, just a delight to see.
  7. The students listen attentively to the new principal’s speech.
  8. Inhaling too much insecticide can be harmful.
  9. We waited expectantly for the arrival of the guest-of-honour.
  10. The warlike behaviour of the men put everyone off.