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These projects have proved to be very effective in dealing with global climate change, which was considered an insoluble problem in the first 30 years of this century.

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Many city dwellers, especially those in developing countries, still live in poverty.

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I believe the government will use advanced technology to build faster trains and make people's life more comfortable.

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If we have solar panels on our roofs, we'll be able to generate our own electricity.

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The urban planners are working for Eco Infrastructure Network, whose main function is to deal with urban environmental problems to make Super Star City greener, cleaner, and more sustainable.

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Today Islamabad is a thriving city of about 1 million people. It offers a healthy climate, a pollution-free atmosphere, plenty of water, and many green spaces.

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“____” – “That's right. London will be cleaner and more sustainable.”

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“I believe people will have a better life in the future.” - “____ Life will be more enjoyable than it is today, won't it?”

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“What a boring lecture!" - “____”

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They can enjoy the -comfort and elegance of five-star hotels and luxury cruise ships.

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My Son Sanctuary is a large complex of religious relics comprising more than 70 architectural works such as towers, temples, and tombs.

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My Son Sanctuary is a large complex of religious relics comprising more than 70 architectural works such as towers, temples, and tombs.

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The balance and harmonious blending of various elements contribute to Taj Mahal's unique beauty.

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I started writing this essay hours ago and it's still not right.

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It's only her second time in an international conference about further education.

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   GAP YEAR

In the professional or career world, a gap year is a year before going to college or university and after finishing high school or (1) ____ a year off before going into graduate school after completing a bachelor as an undergraduate. (2) ____ this time, students may engage in advanced academic courses, extra-academic courses and non-academic courses, such as yearlong pre-college math courses, language studies, learning a trade, art studies, volunteer work, travel, internships, sports and more. Gap years are sometimes considered a way for students to become independent and learn a great deal of (3) ____ prior to engaging in university life.

Australians and New Zealanders have a tradition of travelling overseas independently (4) ____ a young age. In New Zealand, this is known as “doing an OE” (Overseas Experience). Sometimes, an OE is (5) ____ to one year, but often Australians and New Zealanders will remain overseas for three to five years, with many working short-term in service industry jobs to fund their continuing travels. Europe and Asia are popular destinations for doing an OE. In Australia, through exchange programmes and benefits for youth, there are so many opportunities for a young person to broaden their (6) ____ through travel in a gap year.

6..........................

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   GAP YEAR

In the professional or career world, a gap year is a year before going to college or university and after finishing high school or (1) ____ a year off before going into graduate school after completing a bachelor as an undergraduate. (2) ____ this time, students may engage in advanced academic courses, extra-academic courses and non-academic courses, such as yearlong pre-college math courses, language studies, learning a trade, art studies, volunteer work, travel, internships, sports and more. Gap years are sometimes considered a way for students to become independent and learn a great deal of (3) ____ prior to engaging in university life.

Australians and New Zealanders have a tradition of travelling overseas independently (4) ____ a young age. In New Zealand, this is known as “doing an OE” (Overseas Experience). Sometimes, an OE is (5) ____ to one year, but often Australians and New Zealanders will remain overseas for three to five years, with many working short-term in service industry jobs to fund their continuing travels. Europe and Asia are popular destinations for doing an OE. In Australia, through exchange programmes and benefits for youth, there are so many opportunities for a young person to broaden their (6) ____ through travel in a gap year.

(5)........................

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   GAP YEAR

In the professional or career world, a gap year is a year before going to college or university and after finishing high school or (1) ____ a year off before going into graduate school after completing a bachelor as an undergraduate. (2) ____ this time, students may engage in advanced academic courses, extra-academic courses and non-academic courses, such as yearlong pre-college math courses, language studies, learning a trade, art studies, volunteer work, travel, internships, sports and more. Gap years are sometimes considered a way for students to become independent and learn a great deal of (3) ____ prior to engaging in university life.

Australians and New Zealanders have a tradition of travelling overseas independently (4) ____ a young age. In New Zealand, this is known as “doing an OE” (Overseas Experience). Sometimes, an OE is (5) ____ to one year, but often Australians and New Zealanders will remain overseas for three to five years, with many working short-term in service industry jobs to fund their continuing travels. Europe and Asia are popular destinations for doing an OE. In Australia, through exchange programmes and benefits for youth, there are so many opportunities for a young person to broaden their (6) ____ through travel in a gap year.

(4).................

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My brother graduated from Hong Kong University of Science and Technology last month and ____ for a job since then.

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Margaret ____ in the school marathon for charity before.

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So far I ____ any of the exams at school.

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So far I ____ any of the exams at school.

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I ____ the latest Harry Potter book all day. I'm dying to know what happens in the end!

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Jimmy can go out when he ____ for the exam.

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I ____ the biography of Robbie Williams, but I'm on page 50.

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Pete ____ at Midfield Secondary School since 2006, but he ____ music in his lessons twice.

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Hugh is quite worried because he hasn't ____ for the end-of-term test.

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It is not easy at all to get a good job without any ____ qualifications.

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These companies were accused on having released a large amount of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.

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Having been warn about the relationship between climate change and the spread of infectious diseases, everyone should get vaccinated.

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Having denied the responsibility for the environmental it caused, the factory was forced to close down.

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Humans now have to suffer the effects of global warming due to having treat the environment irresponsibly.

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With clear evidence, his company couldn't deny having dump a large quantity of toxins into the sea.

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Deforestation is one of the biggest environmental threats to the ecological balance in the world.

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Such unhygienic conditions encourage the spread of diseases.

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Global warming occurs when the greenhouse gases in the atmosphere trap the heat from the sun.

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Global warming has severe impact on water supplies.

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In the polluted environment, infectious diseases can be passed easily from one person to another.

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We must admit that people are heavily polluting the environment.

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Most people admit that they contribute to global warming.

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In the past, a lot of countries denied having contributed to global warming.

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Land erosion is mainly caused by widespread deforestation.

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We need to cut down on the emission of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.

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It's a nice day. Does anyone fancy ____ for a walk?

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I'm in a difficult position. What do you advise me ____?

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She is used ____ to loud music.

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You should give up ____ your sister.

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We are looking forward ____ out at the weekend.

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I have much homework that I ought ____.

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The major shortcoming of ASEAN as an organisation is the inability to go through many declarations, agreements, and instruments that they have proliferated over the years.