TOEFL Mock Test 72: Short Talks
Read the conversations below and choose the best answers for the following questions.
- 1.
Narrator: Who do you think of when Science is mentioned, Sir Albert Einstein as the father of modern physics or Isaac Newton on the law of gravity? Those people you mentioned made some notable works in the evolution of science. Now, Newton is more of a physicist and a mathematician. He founded calculus, studied on the mechanics of planetary motion, extended the understanding of color and light and lastly, discovered the law of gravitation. Well, Einstein is a theoretical physicist too; I mean he developed the theory of relativity. Einstein’s theory of relativity became one of the two pillars of modern physics. These two people founded solid evidences and understandings of the world. They are undeniably geniuses but Newton is the chief figure of the scientific revolution of the 17th century right? So, Einstein became the father of modern physics in the 20th when he outdated the formulas done by Newton. Alright so moving on… Question: What can be inferred about Einstein?
- A.
He corrected Newton’s findings.
- B.
He came late in discovering Science.
- C.
He based most of his works from Newton’s.
- D.
He denied all Newton’s findings.
Correct Answer
A. He corrected Newton’s findings. -
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What can you infer about the lecture?
- A.
Newton and Einstein are both genuises
- B.
Physics and Math are important components of Science
- C.
Newton and Einstein both served as the backbone of science
- D.
Newton's study is better than Einsten
Correct Answer
C. Newton and Einstein both served as the backbone of science -
- 3.
What will happen next in the lecture?
- A.
They will talk about Newton and Einstein
- B.
They will learn another topic
- C.
They will move to another place
- D.
They will be answering some questions
Correct Answer
B. They will learn another topic -
- 4.
Narrator: Before we proceed to the gymnasium and play, let us discuss and appreciate this game first. Basketball game has emerged as one of the most popular sports in the whole world. From the United States of America to the Great Wall of China, this sport has invaded every country and crossed every border. There are many fans and supporters for this game too because the people cannot seem to get enough of the knee twisting dribbles, acrobatic and electrifying dunks, and précised shootings. This game though unspeakably exciting to watch is very emotional too. Teams and supporters who would be experiencing defeat are likely to feel bitter. It is like a movie that is full of tragedy, action, fun and drama. Although we have other exciting games worldwide, basketball really dominates. It has the ability to inspire and entertain people yet it can break the heart too. It can actually transform a person not likely to watch or appreciate sport be a loyal fan. Question: What differs basketball from other sports according to the passage?
- A.
It can make us cry
- B.
It is being played worldwide
- C.
It is a very exciting game
- D.
It can make everyone like it
Correct Answer
B. It is being played worldwide -
- 5.
The word dominates is closest in meaning to
- A.
Overshadow
- B.
Rule over
- C.
To occupy
- D.
Outstanding
Correct Answer
B. Rule over -
- 6.
The word emerge is closest in meaning to
- A.
To rise
- B.
To occupy
- C.
To summon
- D.
To come
Correct Answer
A. To rise -
- 7.
Narrator: When it comes to Industrial Revolution, we are always reminded of how it started during the 18th century in Britain. It was the population growth and the technological change that initialized the massive social transformations. Now, it was those two factors that made great impact including vast political and financial support, investors and of course the new inventions. Trading and extensive geographic exploration were also done that formed a more liberalized community. At that moment the government supported and encouraged researches and other developments. They sold the goods to their colonies too. Well, if you can remember, Britain was the most powerful and influential country before, colonizing 90% of the world. Now we call the system as captive market. For example, they will produce cottons in India (as one of their colonies) but they’ll have to export them in Britain where they’ll have to process these into fabrics then those clothes will be sold to India.That is the only cloth to be sold in India. Question: What can be inferred about the Industrialized Revolution in Britain?
- A.
Britain colonized and controlled its colony tightly
- B.
They are the most influential country
- C.
Without the factors, natural resources and innovation will go nowhere
- D.
Liberty was more honored than ever
Correct Answer
C. Without the factors, natural resources and innovation will go nowhere -
- 8.
The word initialized in the passage is closest in meaning to
- A.
To set
- B.
To clear
- C.
To start
- D.
To support
Correct Answer
C. To start -
- 9.
The word extensive in this passage is closest in meaning to
- A.
Large
- B.
Comprehensive
- C.
Extended
- D.
Narrow
Correct Answer
B. Comprehensive -
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