Question 1: The producer defends his film _____________ saying it is based on irrefutable historical documents. A. on B. with C. by D. in Question 2: There are poisonous snakes in the area so it is essential to be on the _____________ for any signs of movement in the undergrowth. A. guard B. outlook C. alert D. alarm Question 3: Good teachers don't _____________ their pupils, but treat them, as far as possible, as equals. A. pin down B. talk down to C. stoop down to D. play down Question 4: It's very foolish to think you can go into any kind of negotiations unprepared and simply play it _____________. A. off the cuff B. hands down C. by ear D. on the wig Question 5: The newspaper was ordered to pay the pop star £150,000 ____________ for printing a libelous story about her. A. refunds B. penalties C. damages D. restitutions