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1/30 Advanced Discourse and Coherence (Thematic Organization) C2

The company's initial product launch was met with overwhelming success. This initial success, however, created unforeseen challenges in scaling production to meet demand, leading to supply chain issues.

In addition, this success resulted in difficulties for This initial success, however, created unforeseen challenges in Therefore, this success caused problems with Consequently, this success led to issues regarding

2/30 Pragmatics (Speech Acts, Implicature, Politeness Strategies) C2

What is the pragmatic function of 'back-channel cues' (e.g., 'mm-hmm,' 'uh-huh,' nodding) in conversation?

They are used to interrupt the speaker and take over the turn. They signal active listening, provide feedback, encourage the speaker to continue, and indicate understanding without taking a turn. They are always a sign of disagreement or boredom. They are meaningless sounds with no communicative purpose.

3/30 Lexicogrammar (Collocation and Fixed Expressions) C2

The company will ______ a profit this year.

C: take D: get B: do A

4/30 Lexicogrammar (Collocation and Fixed Expressions) C2

The government decided to ______ drastic measures.

D: apply C: perform B A: make

5/30 Advanced Coordination (Parallel Structure and Correlative Conjunctions) C2

Is the meeting on Monday ______ Tuesday?

but nor and or

6/30 Pragmatics (Speech Acts, Implicature, Politeness Strategies) C2

Discuss the pragmatic concept of 'intertextuality' and its role in shaping meaning in discourse.

Intertextuality is a grammatical rule for combining sentences. Intertextuality means that every text is completely independent of all other texts. Intertextuality refers to the way texts refer to or draw upon other texts, creating layers of meaning that rely on the listener's recognition of these prior texts and their associated contexts. Intertextuality is only relevant for understanding ancient texts, not modern communication.

7/30 Advanced Morphological Patterns C2

Which morphological process is exemplified by the word 'resurrect' being created from 'resurrection'?

Inflection Compounding Back-formation Derivation

8/30 Advanced Subordination (Participial, Absolute, and Infinitival Clauses) C2

It is crucial _______ we address this issue immediately.

that if how what

9/30 Lexicogrammar (Collocation and Fixed Expressions) C2

The project is still in its ______ stages.

C: beginning B: early A: initial D

10/30 Advanced Morphological Patterns C2

Identify the prefix in the word 'autobiography'.

graphy bio auto- biography

11/30 Aspect in Complex Narrative and Discourse C2

In 'He is to be commended for his bravery,' the 'is to be + past participle' construction conveys...

A future prediction. A past action. A casual suggestion. A sense of formal decree or strong obligation.

12/30 Advanced Stylistics and Register C2

A poet crafts a series of sonnets that meticulously adhere to traditional meter, rhyme scheme, and thematic conventions, deliberately eschewing modern free verse. What is the most sophisticated stylistic interpretation of this choice regarding the poet's relationship with literary tradition and the implied reader?

It is a purely arbitrary choice with no deeper stylistic or thematic implications. It signifies a conscious engagement with, and perhaps a reassertion of, classical forms, inviting readers to appreciate mastery within established constraints. It indicates a lack of originality and an inability to innovate beyond existing forms. It aims to simplify poetic expression for a wider, less educated audience.

13/30 Stative vs Dynamic Verbs (Advanced Uses) C2

The music ___ beautiful.

is sounding are sounding sound sounds

14/30 Advanced Subordination (Participial, Absolute, and Infinitival Clauses) C2

I believe _______ he is telling the truth.

how what that if

15/30 Aspect in Complex Narrative and Discourse C2

The perfect aspect connects...

Only the present and future. Only the future. Two different points in time. Only the past.

16/30 Stative vs Dynamic Verbs (Advanced Uses) C2

The evidence ___ to a different conclusion.

point are pointing points is pointing

17/30 Pragmatics (Speech Acts, Implicature, Politeness Strategies) C2

Which concept in pragmatics refers to the speaker's intended meaning?

Lexical meaning. Sentence meaning. Grammatical meaning. Speaker meaning (or utterance meaning).

18/30 Complex Sentence Architecture (Embedded, Absolute, and Verbless Clauses) C2

Which sentence correctly uses a relative pronoun?

This is the house, Jack built. This is the house Jack built it. This is the house and Jack built it. This is the house that Jack built.

19/30 Complex Sentence Architecture (Embedded, Absolute, and Verbless Clauses) C2

Which of the following complex sentences demonstrates the most effective use of an inverted conditional clause to express a strong warning?

If you fail to comply, severe penalties will be imposed. Should you fail to comply, severe penalties will be imposed. Severe penalties will be imposed if you fail to comply. You should fail to comply, and severe penalties will be imposed.

20/30 Stative vs Dynamic Verbs (Advanced Uses) C2

I ___ my friends for dinner tonight.

see am seeing sees is seeing

21/30 Advanced Coordination (Parallel Structure and Correlative Conjunctions) C2

The new project will not only require new equipment ______ also additional training.

and but so or

22/30 Advanced Stylistics and Register C2

Which stylistic device involves the use of a word or phrase that is deliberately ambiguous, allowing for multiple interpretations, often with a humorous or ironic intent?

Pun (or Paronomasia) Allusion Euphemism Hyperbole

23/30 Advanced Discourse and Coherence (Thematic Organization) C2

To make a sandwich, first, get two slices of bread. Next, spread your desired condiments.

However Finally Next Therefore

24/30 Advanced Morphological Patterns C2

The verb 'edit' was formed from the noun 'editor' through which morphological process?

Derivation Back-formation Compounding Blending

25/30 Advanced Discourse and Coherence (Thematic Organization) C2

The speaker presented a detailed analysis of the problem. Their conclusion, however, was met with skepticism by some experts.

Their conclusion The result The finding The summary

26/30 Complex Sentence Architecture (Embedded, Absolute, and Verbless Clauses) C2

Combine the following sentences into a complex sentence, expressing a result: 'He worked very hard. He succeeded.'

He worked very hard, so he succeeded. He worked so hard that he succeeded. He worked hard and succeeded. He worked very hard; he succeeded.

27/30 Aspect in Complex Narrative and Discourse C2

The sentence 'This time next week, I will have been living here for exactly ten years' demonstrates a sophisticated use of aspect to...

Give a command about a future event. Pinpoint a future moment by celebrating the completion of a long duration. Express uncertainty about future plans. Describe a single, short future action.

28/30 Advanced Subordination (Participial, Absolute, and Infinitival Clauses) C2

She behaved _______ she were a queen, demanding respect.

as though even if provided that in case

29/30 Advanced Coordination (Parallel Structure and Correlative Conjunctions) C2

The challenge lies in balancing economic development, social welfare, and ______ environmental protection.

ensure to ensure ensuring ensured

30/30 Advanced Stylistics and Register C2

What is the literary device where an object or idea represents something else?

Metaphor Symbolism Simile Alliteration

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