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Which of the following aspects of glass fiber does the passage mainly discuss?
The major development in its production
Its relationship with pottery making
Important inventors in its long history
Modern applications of glass fibers
The word coarse is closest in meaning to _______
decorative
natural
crude
weak
Why was there nothing written about the making of Renaissance glass fiber until the seventeenth century?
Glassmakers were unhappy with the quality of the fibers they could make.
Glassmakers did not want to reveal the methods they used.
Few people were interested in the Renaissance style of glass fibers.
Production methods had been well known for a long time.
According to the passage, using a hot glass tube rather than a wheel to pull fibers from molten glass made the fibers _______
quicker to cool
harder to bend
shorter and more easily broken
longer and more durable
The phrase this material refers to _______
glass' fibers
decorations
ornaments
novelties for collectors
What does the passage mainly discuss?
The nest-building technique of plovers
How predators search for plovers
The strategies used by plovers to deceive predators
Why plovers are vulnerable to predators
In the deception technique described in paragraph 2 , the plover tries to
stay close to her nest
attract the predator's attention
warn other plovers of danger
frighten the approaching predator
The word flees in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to _______
stays
runs away
sleeps
fights
The word spanning is closest in meaning to _______
covering
selecting
developing
explaining
According to paragraph 4, which of the following aspects of the plover's behaviour gives the appearance that it is frightened?
Abnormal body position
Irregular escape route
Unnatural wing movement
Unusual amount of time away from the nest
According to the passage, a female plover utilizes all the following deception techniques EXCEPT
appearing to be injured
sounding like another animal
pretending to search for prey
pretending to sit on her eggs
Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?
Plovers prefer closed areas.
Plovers do not know how to trick their predators.
The position of the wing or wings reveals nothing about plovers' health.
Calm birds tend to follow regular routes.
What could be the best title for the passage?
Critically endangered Javan rhinos
Javan rhinos and African rhinos
Extinct Javan rhinos
Homes of Javan rhinos
What does them in paragraph 1 refer to?
African rhinos
Asian rainforests
Javan rhinos
Species of rhinos
What is the biggest threat to the Javan rhino?
Plants
Food supply
Other animals
Humans
Which word can best replace choked out in the passage?
brought
reduced
increased
contaminated
Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?
There are only 67 Javan rhinos left in the world.
Javan rhinos are hunted for their horns as they are used in traditional medicine.
The World Wildlife Fund has introduced a second population of Javan rhinos.
The volcano near the park where Javan rhinos are protected can be a threat to them.
What could be the best title for the passage?
TikTok's harm
Social media
How to use TikTok
Users of TikTok
The word constant is CLOSEST in meaning to _______
limited
endless
digital
daily
The word consent is OPPOSITE in meaning to _______ .
advice
permission
rejection
knowledge
What does they in paragraph 4 refer to?
videos
images
individuals
users
Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?
TikTok doesn't have positive impacts.
TikTok uses its users' personal information for advertising.
TikTok's videos of seemingly perfect individuals set unrealistic appearance standards.
TikTok is most popular among young people.
What did TikTok have to do as a result of collecting illegal data from children?
paying a heavy fine
selling personal data to third parties
signing a contract with the U.S. Federal Trade Commission
browsing the internet
What could be inferred from the passage?
Children should talk to their parents about the impacts of TikTok.
Most perfect images of individuals on TikTok are not authentic.
TikTok users know how to balance between schoolwork and time with family and friends.
TikTok only collects information from children under 13.
What is the main topic of the passage?
Kangaroos and their physical characteristics
The habitats and behaviours of kangaroos
The different species of kangaroos
The diet and lifespan of kangaroos
What does the word a pouch in the first paragraph refer to?
a bag
a hole
a core
a ring
What is NOT mentioned about kangaroo locomotion in the text?
Their ability to swim
Their speed while hopping
Their use of front legs for propulsion
Their reliance on hopping as the primary mode of movement
According to the passage, which kangaroo species can be found in large numbers around Perth?
Red kangaroo
Eastern grey kangaroo
Western grey kangaroo
Antilopine kangaroo
What makes up the majority of a kangaroo's diet?
Shrubs and trees
Meat
Grass
Insects
The primary focus of the passage is to _______
provide a comprehensive historical overview of the modern art period.
critically analyse the artistic achievements and limitations of modern art.
explore the key characteristics and developments that defined modern art.
argue for the continued relevance of modern art in the contemporary world.
Which of the following artistic movements is NOT mentioned as an example of the innovations that characterized modern art?
Impressionism
Cubism
Surrealism
Realism
What is the meaning of the word engagement as used in the paragraph 3?
gathering
agreement
involvement or commitment
encounter or confrontation
What does the word This in the second paragraph refer to?
The increase in artists' interest in simply representing the world
The appearance of young artists
The development of a new artistic style
Artists' desire to investigate new perspectives and understandings of the world
According to the text, which of the following is cited as an example of how modern art engaged with contemporary social and political issues?
The use of collage and assemblage techniques
The shift towards mass production and new media
Pablo Picasso's painting "Guernica"
The focus on capturing the natural beauty of the world
What does the word its in the last paragraph refer to?
Modern art
Visual culture
Artwork
A new style of art
What inference can be drawn regarding the relationship between modern art and societal change from the passage?
Modern artists were primarily interested in preserving traditional artistic values.
Modern art movements had little impact on shaping societal perceptions and values.
Modern artists were actively engaged in using their art to reflect and challenge contemporary social norms.
Modern art movements were solely focused on aesthetic experimentation without any regard for social context.
What could be the best title for the passage?
Bullying and body-shaming among teenagers
Teenagers' awareness of social issues
The ways schools use to protect their students
Impact of social media on bullying and body-shaming
What does it in paragraph 2 refer to?
problem
social media
bullying
schoolyard
What are the examples of cyberbullying's negative impact?
smartphones and social media
anti-bullying programs
social distancing
depression and suicide
Which of the following is prevalent in paragraph 3 closest in meaning to?
famous
widespread
dangerous
effective
Which of the following is NOT true about body-shaming?
Seeing pictures of perfect look makes young people lose confidence.
Some young people take up bad habits to look better.
Only teenage girls suffer from body-shaming.
Famous people can set good examples of self-love to prevent body-shaming.
What could be the best title for the passage?
How Shanghai becomes a big city in China
What policies the government has passed
The issues Shanghai is facing
The decline of Shanghai in history
The word extensive in paragraph 3 is CLOSEST in meaning to _______
available
considerable
central
modern
The word foster in paragraph 5 is CLOSEST in meaning to _______
support
permit
promote
adapt
What does These in paragraph 4 refer to?
Special economic zones
Operations
Headquarters
Foreign companies
Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?
Housing cost in Shanghai is the most unaffordable in China.
Shanghai's location enables it to do business with foreign companies more easily.
A lot of money has been spent on public constructions.
International companies set up their business in Shanghai because of the government's policies.
How do multinational corporations' benefit from tax policy introduced by the government?
paying less in tax
paying different kinds of tax
receiving grants from the government
not having to pay certain tax
What could be inferred about Shanghai city?
Shanghai's universities are the top-quality institutions in China.
It is a place where passengers and cargos can be exchanged easily.
All international companies have their offices in Shanghai.
The government has not dealt with traffic problems.
What is the focus of the passage?
Strategies for teenagers to succeed academically
The various issues that teenagers face at school
The importance of extracurricular activities for teenagers
The role of parents and teachers in supporting teenagers
What does the word burnout in paragraph 1 mostly mean?
damage caused by fire
tiredness due to extracurricular activities
exhaustion caused by stress
the action of burning something
What does the word it in paragraph 3 refer to?
bullying
concern
effect
victim
What is one potential lasting effect of bullying on teenagers?
improved self-confidence
increased social connections
worse time management
feelings of depression
Which of the following is NOT stated in the passage as a source of stress for teenagers?
Planning for their future
Dealing with family issues
Pressure from their peers
Struggling with some subjects at school
What would be the best title for the passage?
When to visit the Masai Mara
The Masai Mara - a reserve well worth visiting
What to do in the Masai Mara
The Masai Mara - a great home for wildlife
What is the primary terrain of the Masai Mara Reserve?
Grassland and forest
Thick vegetation
Mountainous
Flat and arid
What does the word it in paragraph 1 refer to?
sea level
rainfall
forest
the reserve
What does the word migratory in the passage mostly mean?
moving
watching
mating
growing
What does the word peak in the passage mostly mean?
least crowded
wettest
most crowded
driest
Which of the following is NOT stated in the passage?
The Masai Mara is home to more than 400 species of birds.
There are more lions in the Masai Mara than anywhere else in Kenya.
You can explore the Masai Mara from a hot air balloon.
There are no tourists in the Masai Mara between November and May.
It can be inferred from the passage that _______
the Masai Mara likely has limited accommodation options due to its remote location.
the Masai Mara probably has well-developed infrastructure to support its tourism industry.
accommodation options in the Masai Mara are limited to luxury lodges only.
the Masai Mara might lack basic facilities for tourists because it is a wilderness area.
What is the main idea of the passage?
Generation gaps are a natural and unavoidable consequence of societal evolution.
Generation gaps are a significant source of misunderstandings and conflicts between age groups.
Respecting authority is the key to bridging the divide between older and younger generations.
Achieving work-life balance is the primary concern driving the values of younger generation.
Which word can best replace prioritise in the passage?
realise
improve
value
consider
According to the passage, which strategy is proposed as the most effective way to bridge the generation gap?
Emphasising shared experiences and common ground
Strictly adhering to traditional hierarchies and authority
Encouraging younger generations to adopt the values of their elders
Dismissing the perspectives of those from different age groups.
What does the pronoun they in paragraph 3 refer to?
other generations
stronger relationships
values and beliefs
ideas and perspectives
Which of the following is NOT identified in the passage as a way to address the generation gap?
Open and respectful communication
Identifying common interests and goals
Highlighting the unique perspectives of each generation
Providing formal training and education programs
Which of the following is the best title of the passage?
Eco-friendly habits for Earth's preservation
Sustainable practices for environmental health
Conservation efforts for future generations
Mindful consumption for ecological responsibility
The word well-being in paragraph 1 is CLOSEST in meaning to _______
life
health
education
work
The passage suggests that green living involves making choices that are _______ for the environment.
economically beneficial
socially responsible
ecologically conscious
politically motivated
What does the pronoun its in paragraph 7 refer to?
green living
making choices
air pollution
our consumption
The word judiciously in paragraph 4 is OPPOSITE in meaning to _______
wisely
prudently
validly
viciously
Which of the following practices is NOT mentioned as a key component of green living in the text?
Repurposing items
Conserving water resources
Purchasing electric or hybrid vehicles
Supporting local and organic food production
It can be inferred from the passage that green living _______
requires significant scientific knowledge and technical skills.
is solely focused on recycling and reducing waste.
includes a variety of practices aimed at reducing environmental impact.
is a government-imposed regulation that individuals must follow.
What is NOT the reason why bicycles are popular in Denmark?
The government wants to reduce pollution.
Cycling is a favourite leisure time activity in Denmark.
Denmark has a flat terrain that is ideal for cycling.
Denmark has a well-developed network of bicycle lanes.
Why does Denmark have a high tax on cars?
To discourage people from going by cars.
To fund the construction of bicycle superhighways.
To encourage the use of public transportation.
To raise money for the government.
What is the primary purpose of the bicycle superhighways in Denmark?
To reduce traffic congestion.
To promote sustainable transportation.
To provide a safer commute for cyclists.
To make Copenhagen the most bicycle-friendly city in the world.
What would be the best title for the passage?
Special roads for cyclists in Denmark
How to make a city more bicycle-friendly
What does Copenhagenization mean?
Denmark loves bicycles.
What does the word this plan in the third paragraph refer to?
Building bicycle "superhighways"
Becoming the most bicycle-friendly city
Having special places for cyclists to rest
Doubling the number of cyclists
What is the primary definition of ecotourism according to the International Ecotourism Society?
Responsible travel to natural areas to make a profit.
Traveling to undisturbed natural areas.
Travelling that preserves nature and benefits local people.
Traveling to educate visitors about the environment.
How can ecotourism benefit local communities?
Ecotourism can create jobs for local people.
Ecotourism can help local people interact with the world.
Ecotourism can attract more tourists to the area.
Ecotourism can protect the natural environment.
What is the main issue with the "brand of ecotourism" mentioned in the passage?
It does not provide enough jobs for the local residents as expected.
It does not generate enough profits for the tourism industry.
It does not attract as many visitors to the natural areas as expected.
It is exploited irresponsibly and has a bad effect on the environment.
How do tour guides help minimise the negative impacts of ecotourism?
They protect visitors from wild animals.
They take visitors to rain forests to see rare animals.
They educate visitors how to interact with wild animals.
They can teach visitors how to protect the environment.
Which statement best summarizes the author's point of view?
Ecotourism is a damaging trend in some countries that must be stopped.
Ecotourism is the best way for countries to make profit from tourists.
Ecotourism generally benefits ecosystems, even though it causes some damage.
Ecotourism will most likely become less popular in the future.
What is the word drive in the second paragraph closest in meaning to?
journey
effort
vehicle
energy
What does the word they in the second paragraph refer to?
Places
Animals
Ecotourists
Plants