Word formation

Choose the correct answer. The beginning of spring is a __ time to start a new year.

Choose the correct answer. Christmas is a sacred __ holiday.

Choose the correct answer. A person who receives a(an) __ to a costume party has the per­fect opportunity to find an outfit that will be the hit of the occasion.

Choose the correct answer. Memorial Day is an American holiday observed __ on the last Monday of May.

Choose the correct answer. Many people visit cemeteries and memorials __ to honor those who died in military service.

Choose the correct answer. People prefer to dress up __ strange and unexpected.

Choose the correct answer. Going for a walk is the most popular leisure activity in Britain. Despite its high _ density and widespread, the UK has many un­spoilt rural and coastal areas.

Choose the correct answer. Most of England, Scotland and Wales are on the island of Great Britain, as are their _ capital cities: London, Edin­burgh and Cardiff.

Choose the correct answer. The United States of America is a federal __ republic.

Choose the correct answer. Great Britain lies to the north west of __ Europe, with Ire­land to the west, and makes up the larger part of the territory of the United Kingdom.