16. After his brother abandoned the family, Tom became his nephew’s__________ , providing legal and financial support in such a difficult time.
(A) librarian
(B) guardian
(C) companion
(D) instructor

12. The protesters carefully devised a strategic plan to__________ the government and took control of the city.(A) underline (B) manipulate (C) boredom (D) accelerate

13. The newly elected__________ , who won the recent election, is scheduled to officially assume office next Monday.(A) citizen (B) pilot (C) mayor (D) beggar

14. In today’s competitive job market, skilled workers who possess specialized knowledge, technical expertise, and practical experience are in __________.(A) tension (B) defense (C) guidance (D) demand

15. Whether you agree or not has no impact on the__________ . Your opinion does not change the course of events in any meaningful way.(A) outcome (B) orchestra (C) obstacle (D) oxygen

17. One notable__________ of dolphins is their high intelligence which is evident in their advanced problem-solving skills and sophisticated ways of communication.(A) habit (B) trait (C) guilt (D) logic

18. A successful leader has to continuously develop the ability to manage and __________ his team to achieve the goal efficiently.(A) coordinate (B) confront (C) colonize (D) constrain

19. After much thought, she made the decision to finally__________ out the old magazines that were cluttering the living room.(A) wrap (B) rush (C) toss (D) grab

20. Please share your perspective on the recently implemented new policy. What is your __________ on the new policy?(A) essence (B) stance (C) domain (D) entity

21. Mary: I’m really sorry, but I can’t make it to the party. I have too much work.Tom: Oh, that’s too bad. I was hoping you’d come.Mary: I was really looking forward to it, __________Tom: I understand. Maybe we can hang out another time.(A) but I just can’t leave everything unfinished.(B) but the party doesn’t really interest me.(C) but I’m glad I can finally take a break.(D) but the party is just getting started.

22. Student A: Can you help me with this report? I’m having trouble with the tables.Student B: Sure, I’ll take a look. When do you need it by?Student A: That would be great! I need it by tomorrow.Student B: __________(A) I’m sorry. I don’t know how to make tables.(B) Sure, how about we finish it next week?(C) No problem, I’m going on vacation.(D) Don’t worry, leave it to me.