1. Because there was so little precipitation this year, the crops dried up and died, A rain C. fertilizer B. planting D vegetables 2. At a special ceremony, the police chief gave the officer a commendation for bravery A an award for an outstanding achievement Cold; elderly 8. an object designed to bring good luck D. a ceremony 3. One brother is an erudite professor; the other brother, however, has never shown any interest in books or learning A old elderly C. snobbish; stuck up B. well-educated; well-read D terror: talented 4. The waiter was so brusque that we left only a small tip. He was impolite and impatient, and seemed annoyed whenever we asked for something A acting or speaking in a rude, abrupt manner C. frightening looking 8. knowledgeable and skilled D. kind and polite For items 5-6, Choose the letter of the most logical effect of each situation or cause, 5. Everyone wanted A. some cold drinks B. a piece of sandwich It was a very hot day. C. two bottles of hot water D. a cup of tea 6. After some days, Albert was well again. He had regained his Health A. He continued his vacation. C. He started attending his classes. B. He helped his mother at home. D. He stopped attending his classes. For items 7-9 Choose the correct conjunction in each of the following sentences.​