33. The __________ the athlete, the more skillful they become in their sport.
a) younger
b) older
c) higher
d) lighter
34. The classroom became __________ as the teacher turned off the lights for the presentation.
a) darker
b) colder
c) softer
d) taller
35. The __________ the soil, the more difficult it is to cultivate crops.
a) darker
b) lighter
c) richer
d) older
36. The sun dipped below the horizon, casting a __________ shadow over the landscape.
a) darker
b) lighter
c) taller
d) wider
37. As the plane gained altitude, the air became noticeably __________.
a) colder
b) higher
c) lighter
d) wider
38. The elderly couple lived in a cozy, __________ cottage on the outskirts of town.
a) dark
b) large
c) small
d) rude
39. The riverbank provided a __________ view of the city skyline.
a) nice
b) closer
c) taller
d) softer
40. The marathon runner gradually increased her pace, aiming for a __________ finish.
a) slower
b) faster
c) taller
d) softer
41. The __________ the forest, the more mysterious it seemed to the hikers.
a) dark
b) slower
c) wider
d) ruder
42. The ancient ruins stood on a __________ hill overlooking the valley.
a) high
b) larger
c) lower
d) safer
43. The cat curled up on the __________ rug, enjoying its plush texture.
a) cold
b) soft
c) hard
d) wide
