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The author implies that a migraine
is just a strong headache.
can be treated with regular aspirin.
is caused by the same things that cause a headache
has a specific scientific cause, unlike a headache.
The word “it “ in paragraph 1 refers to
pain
migraine
person
suffering
The prior treatment for migraines included medicine that
eliminated any pain.
tightened blood vessels
eliminated the aura
eliminated stress.
The word enhanced in paragraph 4 is closest in meaning to
hindered
augmented
described
studied
The new research indicates that the neurons in the brain of migraine sufferers
have more electrical charge than those of people who do not suffer migraines.
tend to fire in an unusual pattern when a migraine begins.
do not react.
have no effect on migraines
According to the passage, now that scientists know that unusual neurons in certain people are the cause of migraines, they
know all they need to know about the cause of migraines.
have developed medicine to permanently reverse the neurons' charge.
still do not know exactly what causes the pain.
know that the defective neurons reside in the brain stem.
The best title for this passage would be what?
Imaging As a Means of Studying Migraines
How Migraines and Headaches are Different
New Evidence of How Migraines Are Formed
New Treatments for Migraines
What does the passage mainly discuss?
Different Indian tribes
Types of households among Indians
Types of shelters built by Indians
Different Indian cultures
The word “marginally” is closest in meaning to
markedly
minimally
temporarily
tentatively
The phrase “by and large” is closest in meaning to
mostly
conversely
occasionally
notably
The author of the passage implies that Indians
carried their construction materials to new locations
lived in settlements, similar to the Europeans
liked the climate in the Southwest
constructed shelters every time a tribe moved
The author of the passage implies that Eastern Indians
constructed huts without roofs
planted trees to harvest crops
made fires inside their huts
used sheets and blankets as bedding
The phrase “under one roof” is closest in meaning to
in separate sections
in several shelters
comfortably
together
What was the main difference between the dwelling of Pueblo and Woodland Indians?
The Pueblos lived in permanent structures, but the Woodland Indians lived in transient shelters.
The Pueblos used wood in their constructions, but the Woodland Indians relied mostly on animal hides.
The Woodland Indians lived on flat ground, but the Pueblos lived in canyons.
The Woodland Indians built small shelters, but the Pueblo rooms were large.
It can be inferred from the passage that Pueblo dwellings were designed to protect inhabitants from
attacks by enemies and cold winters
attacks by enemies and against rain water
wind storms and water from rain
wild animals, cold winters, and desert sands.
What does the passage primarily discuss?
Medical treatment of cardiac arrest
Alternative therapies in the treatment of cardiac arrest
The rehabilitation process of cardiac arrest
Alcohol and tobacco consumption in cardiac patients’ diet
All of the following are mentioned as the negative aspects of medical treatment EXCEPT
causing acute pains
costing a lot of money
having side effects on people’s body
prolonging over a long period of time
The word “undue” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to
regular
daily
excessive
severe
Which is one of the main areas focused in the stress management program?
Relaxation
Breathing
Meditation
Weight management
According to the passage, what do people with cardiac arrest need to do to have a stress-free life?
They need to meditate on their problems
They need to talk to others about their problems.
They need to stop worrying about their problems.
They need to deal with their problems.
The author mentions gymnasium in the passage to imply that
gymnasium is an ideal place for doing cardio exercise.
gymnasium is also a good place for doing cardio exercise
gymnasium is the place for doing cardio exercise when it rains.
gymnasium is the only place for doing cardio exercise.
Which of the following is NOT supported by the passage?
It is of vital important that patients of cardiac arrest understand and follow the instructions from doctors and dieticians
Managing stress is considered the most important therapy in rehabilitation programs.
The cardiac rehabilitation carried out at home of the patients is less effective than in the rehabilitation center.
Patients of cardiac arrest perform different forms of physical exercise based on their age and their health condition.
Research studies have shown that pressures put on students nowadays are ______.
much greater than the past
not greater than the past
getting ever greater
more diversified
The study’s conclusion that students’ workload now is not greater than before is based on ______.
how students spend their time
what students achieve with greater load
how students work through college
what college demands from students
Students get higher grades as ______.
students study much harder
academic workload appears less demanding
academic workload appears more attractive
college’s facilities are much better
All factors considered, college now seems ______.
ever more expensive
more costly
much more expensive
less expensive
The word “focus” in the last paragraph can be replaced with ______.
headline
biggest importance
primary theme
central activity
According to the author, the fact that more full-time students are working for pay ______.
shows that students are financially pressured
is not an indication of pressures
does not change students’ campus life
indicates that students are academically pressured
Ạccording to the author, the fact that students have more time for leisure is a proof that ______.
financial pressure on students is not a problem
they cannot find extra jobs
academic work disinterests them
they are active with extra-curricular activities
The word “Academics” in the title mostly means ______.
college students and tutors
professors and research students
students’ workload in college
graduate students’ workload
The word “contest” is closest in meaning to
hearing
concourse
competition
computation
What does the passage imply about the cost of the White House construction?
It was proposed at the meeting of the commissioners.
It did not adhere to the original estimate.
It was not included in the architectural design.
It was considered excessive for the presidential home.
The word “grounds” is closest in meaning to
high ground
several lots
site
hills
It can be inferred from the passage that
George Washington often used the White House steps
George Washington contributed to the White House design
George Washington never lived in the White House
The White House was excluded from the city planning
The author of the passage implies that the construction of the main White House building continued
up to 1800
after 1800
until 1814
until 1792
What can be inferred about the White House from the information in the second paragraph?
Few changes occurred in the structure in the first half of the 20th century.
The building was modernized extensively during one decade.
Running water was installed in the second half of the 19th century.
Each president added new features to the building’s conveniences.
The passage mentions all of the following White House premises EXCEPT
hallways
kitchen
medical offices
storage rooms
What is the main topic of the passage?
Applications of various fuels
Natural resources and fossil fuels
A history of energy use
A historical overview of energy rates
The phrase “per person” is closest in meaning to
per capita
per year
per family
per day
The phrase “in lieu” is closest in meaning to
in spite
in place
in every way
in charge
The author of the passage implies that in the 1700s, sources of energy were
used for commercial purposes
used in various combinations
not derived from mineral deposits
not always easy to locate
The phrase “the latter” refers to
wood
coal
most regions
climate zones
The word “They” refers to
coal and wood
main sources of fuel
natural gas and oil
industrializing countries
According to the passage, what was the greatest advantage of oil as fuel?
It was a concentrated source of energy.
It was lighter and cheaper than coal.
It replaced wood and coal and reduced pollution.
It could be converted to automobile fuel.
According to the passage, the sources of fossil fuels will have to be replaced because
they need to be transported
they are not efficient
their use is centralized
their supply is limited
Who lived in Puerto Rico first?
the Taíno people
the Africans
the Spanish
the Americans
What is the main idea of the second paragraph?
Taíno dishes are important in Puerto Rican cooking.
Puerto Rican cooking has had many influences.
Food that has been imported by foreigners isn’t really Puerto Rican.
American foods have probably had the most influence.
The word it in paragraph 1 refers to _______
immigration
Puerto Rican cuisine
Caribbean history
the island’s natural beauty
Which of the following is NOT true?
Many people think Puerto Rican food is spicy.
Puerto Rican cuisine uses a lot of chili peppers.
Sofrito is an extremely spicy type of food.
Ají caballero is a type of chili pepper.
How is sofrito used?
It is eaten before meals
It is added to other dishes.
It is used when foods are too spicy.
It is eaten as a main dish.
Look at the four numbers (1), (2), (3), and (4) in paragraph 2 that indicate where this sentence can be added to the passage. Where would the sentence fit best? The Spanish extended food choices by bringing cattle, pigs, 15 goats, and sheep to the island.
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
The word "cuisine" in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to _________
kind of cake
kind of food
style of cooking
way of living
The principle underlying all treatment of developmental difficulties in children _________
is in the provision of clockwork toys and trains
is to send them to clinics
is to capture them before they are sufficiently experienced
offers recapture of earlier experiences
Learning to wait for things is successfully taught_________
in spite of excessive demands being made
only if excessive demands are avoided
because excessive demands are not advisable
is achieved successfully by all children
The encouragement of children to achieve new skills_________
should be focused on only at school
can never be taken too far
will always assist their development
should be balanced and moderate
Parental controls and discipline _________
serve a dual purpose
are designed to promote the child's happiness
reflect only the values of the community
should be avoided as far as possible
The practice of the rule "Example is better than precept" ________
only works when the children grow old enough to think for themselves
would help avoid the necessity for ethics and morals
will free a child from disillusion when he grows up
is too difficult for all parents to exercise
In the 1st paragraph, the author lays some emphasis on the role of the_________in helping the child in trouble.
psychiatrists
community
family
nursery
The phrase 'conforming to' in the 2nd paragraph means _________
adapting to
accepting
agreeing with
following
Hypocrisy on the part of the parents may _________
result in their children's wrong behaviour
make their children lose faith in them
disqualify their teachings altogether
impair their children's mind
It can be inferred from the passage that Van Dyck was raised
in a large and wealthy family
in a stable and loving household
by his father alone
without good work habits
The author of the passage implies that Van Dyck
had produced great paintings before he turned nineteen
had a great artistic talent even when he was young
joined other painters when he had little to occupy him
worked very hard in his youth to make a living
It can be inferred from the passage that after Van Dyck left Rubens
he accrued considerable wealth
he became a militant aristocrat
he refined his artistic tastes and skills
he incorporated southern styles in his art
The author of the passage implies that Van Dyck’s fame had largely to do with his
artful portraits
wealthy family
elegance in clothing
religious beliefs
The word “acclaimed” is closest in meaning to
reclaimed
recognized
recommended
rectified
How did Charles I honor Van Dyck?
Van Dyck painted members of the royal court.
Van Dyck received a noble title.
Van Dyck was allowed to travel widely.
Van Dyck displayed his work in the royal palace.
What are the reasons given for Van Dyck’s financial decline?
His employer’s lack of generosity
His ill health and lack of revenue.
His lavish spending
His miserly attitudes
What is the main idea of the passage ?
There is a new particle called calcium nitrate
Factories are polluting the environment
Climate models have to be updated because of the new particle calcium nitrate.
Calcium nitrate has chemical properties different from other dust particles.
Why do climate models need to be updated to reflect the chemistry of calcium nitrate ?
The new particles can absorb water and retain moisture.
The new particles can scatter and absorb sunlight.
To stop acid dust.
Both A and B.
Do the particles react with nitric acid ?
No, but they continue to absorb the sun’s energy.
No, and the particles do not change.
Yes, but the changes are temporary.
Yes, and the changes are permanent .
Which of the following may be true ?
The change of an ice age is increased.
We may see more rainbows.
The greenhouse effects are increased
Calcite dust is common in arid areas.
Why does the passage begin with a description of the properties of calcium nitrate?
To give background information so the reader can understand the topic better.
Because calcium nitrate is the main idea.
They show how elements combine to create calcium nitrate .
To prove the existence of calcium nitrate
The word “those ” in paragraph 1 refers to _____.
Nitrates
Properties
Particles
Models
It can be inferred that the word “retain ” in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to _____.
hold
lose
increase
need
In the third paragraph , what does the term “ wild card ” mean ?
An unknown card in a card game.
An unknown item in the scientists’ calculations
A large amount of acid dust.
A,B and C are incorrect .