Welcome to your Eiken Pre 1 style test.

Despite his ___________ appearance, the teacher created a relaxed atmosphere in his classroom, and he was gentle and kind to his students.

Despite the benefits for humans, many people say medical experiments on animals are not ___________ because they cause too much suffering.

The data-security consultant warned that the company's computers were ___________ to virus attacks and needed to be made safer.

A: I really think the Johnsons ___________ their daughter.
B: Yes, they give her whatever she wants. She never has to work for anything.

The company tried to end the strike by offering a small pay increase, but the union decided to ___________ until workers were also offered more vacation days.

The couple decided not to buy the house in the countryside because it was so ___________. The nearest town was over three hours away by car.

The flowers had very long ___________, so Glenda had to cut them before putting them in a vase.

Shota's boss, Jenny, was angry with him when the client canceled the contract, but his colleagues ___________ him. They told the boss it was not his fault.

Yesterday, many flights to Paris were cancelled because of ___________ weather conditions. Now that the weather has improved, flight schedules have returned to normal.

Lately, more people have been trying to reduce the amount of garbage they create by avoiding ___________ items such as paper plates, plastic knives and forks.

The musician started his career as a traditional bass guitarist, but his music later ___________ and developed into a unique style of blues.

Religious issues have been a ___________ theme in the author's book. His newest book is no different, as it focuses on the role of women in Eastern religions.