[Теоретически] , of course, that approach might work, but it would be difficult, indeed.

Theoretically In theory

A truly [систематический] approach will soon spot the error.

methodical

Info: The form “methodic” is understandable, but extremely rare.

After the explosion, security issues [приняли] a much more serious nature.

assumed took on

Firewood was easily [доступна] in the early years of the settlement.

available gathered obtained

It was hard to [показать, определять] just what was wrong with the painting, but something was clearly amiss.

specify state indicate

Only one of them turned out to be a serious [ученый, исследователь] .

researcher scholar scientist

Paul was [пожалован, получил звание] a peer, although John died before that could be considered.

created

Several [предположений, гипотез] turned out to be untenable.

Hint: Note that this is an irregular plural!

hypotheses

Several metals are [похожи, такие же как] to gold in color, but none is inert.

similar

She refused to be a mere [мишень] for unfair criticism.

target

That was hardly a very [подходящий] response!

appropriate suitable fitting proper fit

The [важный, многозначительный] breakthrough on the polio front came with the Salk vaccine of the 1950s.

major key important decisive crucial

The [дирижёр] mounted the platform, raised her baton, and began Mahler’s First Symphony.

conductor

The [диапазон] of values was 12.5 to 17.

range distribution

The little [община] was located in a peaceful dale surrounded by forests.

community

Info: This is a more abstract term than “village, hamlet, town”.

The [концепция] of divide and conquer did not die out with the Romans.

Hint: Find a synonym for “principle”!

concept principle

The day after the riots, the Government [обнародовало] a decree forbidding mass demonstrations.

issued proclaimed promulgated announced

The plane was now descending in jerks, as the wind disturbed their final [заход на посадку] .

approach

The rap [состоял] in part of political slogans skillfully interwoven with a new text.

consisted was comprised

The sum of his [покупки] was over £200.

purchases

The shell’s proximity fuse was set to explode upon [ударе] .

impact

This cell phone has some useful handicap-friendly [свойства] .

Hint: Find a synonym for “functions”!

features functions

Those in his immediate [окружении] soon noticed the difference.

environment vicinity proximity

Info: ”surroundings” or “area” don’t work with a social proximity.

We are [обязаны] by law to request your name and address.

Hint: Find a verb in the passive!

required obligated obliged

We have taken numerous steps to [гарантировать, обеспечить] passenger safety on this flight.

ensure guarantee

Info: Note the spelling with en-, not in-.