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EXERCISE/VOCABULARY PRACTICE TEST
Choose the most natural-sounding answer to complete each sentence.
LIFE-SKILLS ENGLISH EXERCISE FOR NEW IMMIGRANTS: BUYING A CAR
VOCABULARY BUILDER:
Test drive = A quick check to test how the car drives
Extended warranty = A warranty that goes beyond the basic one ("factory warranty")
Lemon = A colloquial (slang) term for a car that's in bad condition, doesn't run well, etc.
Hybrid = A car that has both a regular engine, and which can (partly) be charged electrically
Pick-up (truck) = A small truck with an open storage space in the back
Gas mileage = How many miles (or kilometers) a car gets per gallon (or liter); also referred to as "fuel efficiency"
Test drive = A quick check to test how the car drives
Extended warranty = A warranty that goes beyond the basic one ("factory warranty")
Lemon = A colloquial (slang) term for a car that's in bad condition, doesn't run well, etc.
Hybrid = A car that has both a regular engine, and which can (partly) be charged electrically
Pick-up (truck) = A small truck with an open storage space in the back
Gas mileage = How many miles (or kilometers) a car gets per gallon (or liter); also referred to as "fuel efficiency"
EXERCISE/VOCABULARY PRACTICE TEST
Choose the most natural-sounding answer to complete each sentence.
1. How many miles/kilometers does the car __________ on it?
Correct answer: have
2. Are you the ____________ owner?
Correct answer: original
3. Can you _____________ the price a little?
Correct answer: lower
4. How many miles ______________ gallon does this car get?
Correct answer: to the
5. There seems to be a lot of ______________ on the sides.
Correct answer: rust
6. Can I ________________ you know tomorrow? = Can I have until tomorrow to decide?
Correct answer: let
7. I'd rather buy a new car than a _________________ ( = previously owned) one.
Correct answer: used
8. Is there anything that needs to be _________________ right away?
Correct answer: fixed
9. Do the _____________ ( = stopping mechanism) work well?
Correct answer: brakes
10. I'm looking for a _____________ ( = dependable) car.
Correct answer: reliable
THINGS TO LISTEN FOR:
The sticker price is $22,000. = The price suggested by the manufacturer (the company that makes the car) is $22,000.
This is the most economical car in its class. = This is the most affordable (= least expensive) car of its type.
I'll throw that in free of charge. = I won't charge you for that additional item.
The price isn't negotiable. = I can't/won't lower the price.
The sticker price is $22,000. = The price suggested by the manufacturer (the company that makes the car) is $22,000.
This is the most economical car in its class. = This is the most affordable (= least expensive) car of its type.
I'll throw that in free of charge. = I won't charge you for that additional item.
The price isn't negotiable. = I can't/won't lower the price.
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