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189. intermediate-104
English Grammar / Incomplete Sentences / Intermediate level # 104 (Answer Keys)
Compound words: aftermath, afterthought, afterbirth
 
A1
After experiencing too many late afternoon "sinking spells", The Duchess of Bedford arrived upon the idea of
having tea and finger food at about 5 p.m.
answer: (c) afternoon
A2
In the aftermath of World War I the political, cultural, and social order of the world was drastically changed in
many places, even outside the areas directly involved in the war.
answer: (d) aftermath
A3
I'm not convinced that the Christian afterlife would mean much to me if I had to lie and cheat in order to attain
it.
answer: (c) afterlife
A4
It is better to halt mass murder than to clean it up afterwards.
answer: (c) afterwards
A5
The afterbirth is delivered during the third stage of labour.
answer: (d) afterbirth
A6
The fruity tones of this mild balanced brew produce a delightful aftertaste.
answer: (c) aftertaste
A7
Contrary to popular opinion, Judaism does believe in an afterlife, but it is not the primary focus of the religion.
answer: (d) afterlife
A8
We enjoyed the rest of our lunch afterwards, but I think we were both pretty taken aback by the encounter we
had when we first entered the restaurant.
answer: (a) afterwards
A9
Childcare is currently available for Kindergarten children on a Tuesday and a Thursday afternoon from 1.00
p.m. to 3.00 p.m.
answer: (b) afternoon
A10
The Emergency Response and Transitional Recovery Programme commenced activities in January 2005 in
the immediate aftermath of the Tsunami disaster of 26 December 2004.
answer: (d) aftermath

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