Band 7 collocations
Fix the wrong word — the collocation errors that cap Lexical Resource at 6.
Each sentence has one collocation problem. Type the corrected word or phrase only, not the whole sentence.
Need a quick explanation? Vocabulary Bank →- 1
Governments should ______ strict measures to reduce emissions. (do / take / make)
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This policy would ______ a positive effect on families. (have / do / bring up)
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Students need to ______ research before choosing a course. (make / do / take)
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The city has seen a ______ increase in tourism. (big / sharp / high)
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There is ______ evidence that exercise improves memory. (strong / hard / heavy)
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Air pollution ______ a serious threat to public health. (poses / puts / gives)
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Companies should ______ responsibility for their waste. (make / take / carry)
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The figures remained ______ stable throughout the period. (highly / relatively / strongly)
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Online learning offers a ______ range of options. (wide / large / big)
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We must ______ the gap between rich and poor. (close / shut / finish)