31.03 Long-distance Relationship

Question 1

to deal successfully with a difficult situation or a person in a difficult situation

Answer 1

cope with something

*Her religious beliefs helped her to cope with the loss of her husband.

Question 2

Adj
Arranged in advance

Answer 2

Pre-arranged

• a prearranged visit

Question 3

happening or existing only some of the time

Answer 3

off and on

*He worked off and on as a bicycle messenger, but he never found permanent work.

• It’s been raining on and off in Ireland

Question 4

to start doing a particular job or activity

Answer 4

Take up

• Take up a new hobby

*He’s taken up the position of supervisor.
*[ + -ing verb ] Have you ever thought of taking up acting?

Question 5

very ordinary and therefore not interesting

Answer 5

Mundane

• Mundane matters such as paying bills and shopping for food do not interest her.

Question 6

relaxed

Answer 6

At ease

• He felt completely at ease.