English Vocabulary Exam 5

My arthritis always seems to ( ) at this time of year.

The ( ) on transporting fresh fruits and vegetables into our country was enacted to prevent the spread of diseases and harmful insects.

With a ( ) of energy, Lionel was able to cross over the finish line.

The plumber was able to ( ) the pipe from the wall by twisting it violently with the tools.

It is a rare ( ) when an archer hits the center target twenty times in a row.

Although the criminal was being chased by a police officer, he chose to ( ) down the street as if he did not have a care in the world.

For a fresh new look, you can always ( ) a room with colorful pillows, knickknacks, and art.

Before the cruise ship departs, passengers are required to ( ) at a specified station for a safety briefing.

To ( ) him with whippings was one thing, but to plague him with mental torture was far worse.

People tend to ( ) towards the most outgoing person at a party.

Swollen and red, the ( ) of the patient’s nasal cavities was caused by a severe sinus infection.

To make life easy for my math students, I go out of my way to ( ) the complex problems before each test.

George’s ( ) to be an actor led him to move to Hollywood.

Although the hurricane was rapidly coming their way, the townspeople were ( ) and did not leave their homes.

Dr. Michaels is always winning awards because he is the ( ) medical researcher in the country.

Before the painting is placed in the museum, an art expert will evaluate it to make sure it is not a ( ).

Even though everyone told her she was beautiful, the ( ) actress still believed she was ugly.

If the president chooses to ( ) the budget proposal, the new budget will go into effect in January.

The wicked siren ( ) the sailor with her song and lured him into the sea.

By choosing the right stocks, Carlton was able to ( ) a sizable fortune.

Because fits of sneezing ( ) me almost year-round, I never go outside without taking an antihistamine.

The top-notch ( ) school only allows students with the highest potential to join its pilot program.

Everyone knew it would be a/an ( ) to require all students to have class on Saturday in such short notice.

We attended a Business to Business ( ), where exhibitors displayed their products and services to attract other companies.

A ( ) of the state’s best teachers came together at the educational conference to discuss ways to help students learn.