Assignment 3 - Reading Test
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Which is described as one of the most industrialized areas?
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A. Europe
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B. Asia
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C. Middle East
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D. South America
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Directions: In this test, you will read FOUR different passages, each followed by 10 questions about it. For questions 1-40, you are to choose the best answer A, B, C or D, to each question.
Time allowance: 60 minutes
Number of questions: 40
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What does the word 'sensitive' in the phrase 'sensitive to the environment' mean?
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A. cautious
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B. logical
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C. friendly
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D. responding
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A. C. friendlyExplanation
The word "sensitive" in the phrase "sensitive to the environment" means being aware of and responsive to the needs and concerns of the environment. It implies being considerate, caring, and respectful towards the environment, and taking actions to protect and preserve it.Rate this question:
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People can do the following to reduce waste EXCEPT _____.
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A. buy high-quality product
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B. buy simply-wrapped things
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C. reuse cups
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D. buy fewer hamburgers
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A. D. buy fewer hamburgersExplanation
The given question asks for an exception among the given options for reducing waste. Options A, B, and C all suggest ways to reduce waste, such as buying high-quality products that last longer, buying simply-wrapped items to reduce packaging waste, and reusing cups instead of using disposable ones. Option D, however, does not directly relate to waste reduction. While buying fewer hamburgers may have indirect environmental benefits, such as reducing carbon emissions from the meat industry, it does not directly address waste reduction. Therefore, option D is the correct answer as it does not fit the pattern of the other options.Rate this question:
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Why is it a waste and customers buy low-quality products?
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A. Because people will soon throw them away.
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B. Because they have to be repaired many times.
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C. Because customers change their ideas all the time.
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D. Because they produce less energy.
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A. A. Because people will soon throw them away.Explanation
Customers buy low-quality products because they will soon throw them away. This suggests that the products are not durable or long-lasting, leading to a waste of resources and money. If customers know that the products will not last, they may be more inclined to buy cheaper, low-quality items instead of investing in higher-quality, more expensive options.Rate this question:
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The word 'motto' is closest in meaning to_____.
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A. meaning
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B. value
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C. belief
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D. reference
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A. C. beliefExplanation
The word 'motto' refers to a short phrase or statement that expresses a guiding principle or belief. It is a concise expression of a person or organization's values or principles. Therefore, the word 'motto' is closest in meaning to the word 'belief'.Rate this question:
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What best describes the process of "reuse"?
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A. The bottles are collected, washed, returned and filled again.
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B. The bottles are filled again after being returned, collected and washed.
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C. The bottles are washed, retuned, filled again and collected.
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D. The bottles are collected, returned filled again and washed.
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A. B. The bottles are filled again after being returned, collected and washed.Explanation
The correct answer is B. The bottles are filled again after being returned, collected and washed. This answer accurately describes the process of "reuse" by stating that the bottles are first returned, then collected, washed, and finally filled again. This sequence of actions demonstrates the proper order in which the bottles are handled in the reuse process.Rate this question:
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The garbage dumps in some areas have relatively little glass and plastic because_____.
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A. people are ordered to return bottles.
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B. returned bottles are few.
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C. not many bottles are made of glass or plastic.
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D. each returned bottle is paid.
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A. D. each returned bottle is paid.Explanation
The reason why the garbage dumps in some areas have relatively little glass and plastic is because each returned bottle is paid. This means that people are incentivized to return their bottles, resulting in fewer bottles being thrown away and ending up in the garbage dumps.Rate this question:
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What are the two things mentioned as examples of recycling?
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A. Aluminum cans and plastic wrappings
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B. Hamburger wrappings and spent motor oil
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C. Aluminum cans and spent motor oil
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D. TV sets and aluminum cans
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A. C. Aluminum cans and spent motor oilExplanation
The correct answer is C. Aluminum cans and spent motor oil. This is because the question asks for examples of recycling, and aluminum cans and spent motor oil are commonly recycled materials.Rate this question:
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The word “precious” is closest in meaning to_____.
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A. natural
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B. substantial
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C. first
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D. invaluable
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A. D. invaluableExplanation
The word "precious" implies something of great value or importance. "Invaluable" means extremely valuable or priceless, which is the closest in meaning to "precious." Therefore, option D is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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What is the main topic of the passage?
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A. how to reduce garbage disposal
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B. what people often understand about the term 'recycle'
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C. what is involved in the recycling movement
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D. how to live sensitively to the environment.
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A. C. what is involved in the recycling movementExplanation
The passage discusses the topic of the recycling movement and what it entails. It likely provides information on the various aspects of recycling, such as the process, benefits, and challenges associated with it. The passage may also discuss the importance of recycling and its impact on the environment.Rate this question:
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The word “those” in paragraph A refers to______
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A. married Americans
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B. adult Americans
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C. American men
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D. younger generations
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A. B. adult AmericansExplanation
In paragraph A, the word "those" is used to refer to a specific group of people. The paragraph discusses the challenges faced by married Americans who are struggling financially. Since the word "those" is used to refer to the group of people facing these challenges, it can be inferred that "those" refers to adult Americans, as they are the ones mentioned in the paragraph.Rate this question:
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The word “unprecedented” in paragraph A is closest in meaning to______
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A.decreasing
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B. never before seen
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C. unbelievable
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D. impossible to count
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A. B. never before seenExplanation
The word "unprecedented" means something that has never been seen or done before. This is closest in meaning to "never before seen."Rate this question:
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According to the passage, recent demographic patterns suggest that_______
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A. 90 percent of younger generations will marry.
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B. young people prefer to marry in order to have children.
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C. most young people delay marriage for personal reasons.
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D. an increasing number of young people will never marry.
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A. D. an increasing number of young people will never marry.Explanation
The passage mentions "recent demographic patterns" which implies that it is referring to the current trends in society. The correct answer, option D, states that an increasing number of young people will never marry. This can be inferred from the phrase "recent demographic patterns" as it suggests a shift in marriage patterns where more young people are choosing not to get married.Rate this question:
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Which of the following is NOT TRUE according to paragraph B?
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A. More Americans are living together without marrying.
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B. It takes divorced and widowed people fewer years before they get married again than in the past.
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C. There are more and more single mothers in America.
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D. Americans are spending fewer years in their adult lives married.
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A. B. It takes divorced and widowed people fewer years before they get married again than in the past.Explanation
According to the paragraph, it is stated that "Americans are spending fewer years in their adult lives married." This implies that the correct answer (B) is not true, as it contradicts the information provided in the paragraph.Rate this question:
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Between 1890 and the 1950s, the age at which men first married ______
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A. decreased by more than 3 years.
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B. increased by almost 2 years.
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C. remained about the same.
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D. decreased by less than 2 years.
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A. A. decreased by more than 3 years.Explanation
During the period between 1890 and the 1950s, the age at which men first married experienced a significant decrease of over 3 years. This implies that men were getting married at a younger age compared to before, indicating a shift in societal norms and cultural practices surrounding marriage during this time period.Rate this question:
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In paragraph C, the author shows that the median age at first marriage_____
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A. rose between the 1960s and 1990s..
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B. rose then fell between 1890 and 1962
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C. reached a record high for women in the early 1960s.
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D. fell continuously between 1947 and 1962.
Correct Answer
A. A. rose between the 1960s and 1990s..Explanation
In paragraph C, the author provides evidence that the median age at first marriage increased from the 1960s to the 1990s. This indicates that more people were getting married at a later age during this time period.Rate this question:
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The phrase “median age” in paragraph C means ______
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A. youngest age for marrying
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B. most common age for marrying
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C. age by which half have married
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D. half of the marriage age
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A. C. age by which half have marriedExplanation
The phrase "median age" refers to the age at which half of the population has married. It represents the midpoint where half of the population is younger and half is older in terms of marriage.Rate this question:
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A word or phrase in paragraph D that has the same meaning asa the word “interval” is :
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A. 3.5 years
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Option 2
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C. length of time
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D. divorced people
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A. C. length of timeExplanation
In paragraph D, the word "interval" refers to a specific length of time. The phrase "length of time" has the same meaning as "interval" as it also refers to a specific duration or period.Rate this question:
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The word “them” in the last paragraph refers to______.
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A. Americans
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B. single women
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C. divorced women
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D. unmarried couples
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A. D. unmarried couplesExplanation
The word "them" in the last paragraph refers to unmarried couples. This can be inferred from the context of the paragraph, which discusses the challenges faced by unmarried couples when it comes to buying a home. The pronoun "them" is used to refer back to this specific group of individuals.Rate this question:
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The passage supports all of the following statements EXCEPT______
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A. Americans are having fewer children than they did in the past
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B. Divorced Americans are waiting longer to marry.
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C. Americans are spending fewer years married than they did in the past.
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D. Most Americans get married at least once.
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A. A. Americans are having fewer children than they did in the pastExplanation
The passage discusses the decline in marriage rates, the increase in divorce rates, and the decrease in the average duration of marriages in the United States. However, it does not provide any information or evidence about the number of children Americans are having. Therefore, the passage does not support the statement that Americans are having fewer children than they did in the past.Rate this question:
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What does 'it' paragraph 1 refer to?
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A. the accommodation available
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B. finding accommodation
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C. getting advice on accommodation
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D. the shortage of accommodation
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A. B. finding accommodationExplanation
In paragraph 1, the passage discusses the process of finding accommodation. It mentions that the author had to search for a place to stay and ask for recommendations from friends. Therefore, "it" in paragraph 1 refers to the action of finding accommodation.Rate this question:
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What do we learn about Jo's schoolfriends in paragraph 2?
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A. They would have liked to be as independent as Jo was.
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B. They had more self-confidence than Jo had.
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C. They had made Jo feel that she ought to leave her home town.
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D. They were not as happy as Jo was to move to a new town.
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A. C. They had made Jo feel that she ought to leave her home town.Explanation
In paragraph 2, it is implied that Jo's schoolfriends had influenced her decision to leave her hometown. The text states that they "had made Jo feel" a certain way, indicating that their actions or words had an impact on her. This suggests that they had made Jo feel that she should leave her home town, implying that they played a role in her decision to move.Rate this question:
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What impression do we get of Jo's home town?
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A.It was an uninteresting place in the middle of the countryside.
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B. It was a place where people struggled to earn a living.
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C. It was a place where the population had fallen greatly.
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D. It was an unfriendly place, where young people were treated badly.
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A. A.It was an uninteresting place in the middle of the countryside.Explanation
The correct answer suggests that Jo's home town is described as uninteresting and located in the middle of the countryside. This implies that the town lacks excitement or notable features and is situated in a rural area away from urban centers.Rate this question:
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What did Jo think about the flat in Ringsend before she saw it?
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A. that she was likely to be able to afford it
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B. that the advertisement for it was confusing
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C. that it might not be as suitable for her as it first sounded in the advertisement
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D. that it did not really have all the facilities mentioned in the advertisement
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A. C. that it might not be as suitable for her as it first sounded in the advertisementExplanation
Jo's initial thought about the flat in Ringsend was that it might not be as suitable for her as it first sounded in the advertisement.Rate this question:
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What do we learn about the girl who passed Jo on the stairs?
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A. She was upset that she was not going to live in the flat.
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B. She liked neither the flat nor the other girls living there.
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C. She had not been seriously intending to live in the flat before seeing it.
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D.She had not realised that other people were already living in the flat.
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A. B. She liked neither the flat nor the other girls living there.Explanation
The correct answer suggests that the girl who passed Jo on the stairs did not like both the flat and the other girls living there. This can be inferred from the given options, where option B states that she liked neither the flat nor the other girls. The other options do not provide any information about her feelings towards the flat or the other girls. Therefore, option B is the most accurate explanation based on the given information.Rate this question:
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What is meant by 'toffee-nosed' in paragraph 5 ?
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A. feeling superior
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B. being curious about others
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C. strange-looking
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D. appearing nervous
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A. A. feeling superiorExplanation
The term "toffee-nosed" in paragraph 5 refers to someone who feels superior. This means that the person has an attitude of arrogance or snobbery, looking down on others and considering themselves to be better or more important. The term suggests a sense of haughtiness or condescension.Rate this question:
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What did Jo think when she first met Pauline?
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A. She probably wouldn't like Pauline because of her appearance.
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B. Pauline was different from other punks she had met.
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C. Pauline would probably not want to make friends with her.
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D. She knew very little about people who looked like Pauline.
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A. D. She knew very little about people who looked like Pauline.Explanation
Jo's initial thought when she first met Pauline was that she knew very little about people who looked like Pauline. This suggests that Jo did not have any preconceived notions or judgments about Pauline based on her appearance. Instead, Jo recognized her lack of knowledge and understanding about individuals who resembled Pauline, indicating an open-minded and non-judgmental attitude towards her.Rate this question:
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The phrase “ can’t stand” in paragraph 5 is opposite to :
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A. put up with
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B. run out of
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C. come up with
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D. step down
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A. A. put up withExplanation
The phrase "can't stand" expresses a strong dislike or intolerance towards something or someone. On the other hand, the phrase "put up with" means to tolerate or endure something that is unpleasant or undesirable. Therefore, "can't stand" and "put up with" are opposite in meaning, as one implies a lack of tolerance while the other implies acceptance or endurance.Rate this question:
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According to the last paragraph, how many mugs did Nessa produce?
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A. one
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B. two
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C. three
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D. four
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A. C. threeExplanation
According to the last paragraph, it is stated that Nessa produced three mugs.Rate this question:
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By the end of the extract, we learn that:
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A. Nessa and Pauline did not really want anyone to share their flat.
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B. other people had moved out of the flat because they had not enjoyed living there.
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C. Nessa felt that Jo would be more suitable than the previous applicant.
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D. Nessa and Pauline were not expecting anyone to want to share their flat.
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A. C. Nessa felt that Jo would be more suitable than the previous applicant.Explanation
In the extract, Nessa expresses her opinion that Jo would be more suitable as a flatmate compared to the previous applicant. This suggests that Nessa has evaluated both applicants and believes that Jo would be a better fit for the flat. The information provided does not indicate anything about Nessa and Pauline's expectations or desires regarding sharing their flat, or about other people who have moved out. Therefore, options A, B, and D can be ruled out, leaving option C as the correct answer.Rate this question:
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Why did the Malseeds no longer advertise Glencorn Lodge?
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A. It was too expensive.
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B. It was not necessary.
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C. It was too complicated.
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D. It was not effective.
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A. B. It was not necessary.Explanation
The Malseeds no longer advertised Glencorn Lodge because it was not necessary. This suggests that they were able to attract enough customers without the need for advertising. It could be that the lodge had a good reputation and word-of-mouth referrals were enough to keep the business going. Alternatively, they may have had a loyal customer base that regularly returned to stay at the lodge, reducing the need for advertising to attract new customers. Overall, the lack of necessity indicates that their existing methods of attracting guests were sufficient.Rate this question:
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What did Dekko and the writer have in common?
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A. They did not like their names.
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B. People used their surnames when speaking to them.
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C. They chose their own nicknames.
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D. People did not call them by their real names.
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A. D. People did not call them by their real names.Explanation
Dekko and the writer have in common that people did not call them by their real names. This suggests that both of them had nicknames or alternative names that were commonly used by others when addressing them.Rate this question:
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What is the word “this” in paragraph 2 replace for?
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A. Malseeds
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B. Glencorn
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C. friends
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D. summer
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A. B. GlencornExplanation
In paragraph 2, the word "this" is referring to Glencorn.Rate this question:
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The coincidence referred to in paragraph three is that the four friends and the Malseeds
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A. came from the same area.
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B. preferred Ireland to England.
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C. lived close to one another.
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D. were all about the same age.
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A. A. came from the same area.Explanation
The explanation for the correct answer, A. came from the same area, is that the paragraph states that the four friends and the Malseeds "all hailed from the same patch of South Australia." This suggests that they all came from the same area or region in South Australia.Rate this question:
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What was special about the rooms at Glencorn Lodge?
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A. They had been painted by Mrs Malseed herself.
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B. There was no paint on the doors.
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C. They did not have numbers.
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D. There were different flowers in all of them.
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A. C. They did not have numbers.Explanation
The special feature of the rooms at Glencorn Lodge was that they did not have numbers. This implies that the rooms were likely identified or differentiated in some other way, possibly through unique names or symbols. The absence of numbers could add a unique and personalized touch to the lodge's rooms, making them stand out from other accommodations.Rate this question:
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What did the writer particularly like about Mr Malseed?
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A. He had nice brown eyes.
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B. Не always came to welcome them.
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C. Не made guests feel like friends.
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D. He spoke in the Irish way.
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A. C. Не made guests feel like friends.Explanation
The writer particularly liked Mr Malseed because he made guests feel like friends.Rate this question:
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According to the 6th paragraph: after the journey, they felt _____
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A.hopeful
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B.energetic
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C. regret
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D. tired
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A. D. tiredExplanation
In the 6th paragraph, it is mentioned that after the journey, they felt "exhausted and drained." This indicates that they were tired after the journey.Rate this question:
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Why did the writer feel contented after Mr Malseed had spoken?
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A. Everything was as it had always been.
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B. The holiday would start at any moment.
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C. A few things had improved at Glencorn.
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D. Her friends had enjoyed the holiday.
Correct Answer
A. A. Everything was as it had always been.Explanation
The writer felt contented after Mr Malseed had spoken because everything was as it had always been. This suggests that the writer finds comfort in the familiarity and stability of their surroundings, and perhaps finds solace in the fact that nothing has changed or gone wrong.Rate this question:
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What did Kitty do which made the friends laugh?
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A. She told them a joke.
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B. She pretended to insult them.
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C. She laughed when she saw them.
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D. She paid them a compliment.
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A. D. She paid them a compliment.Explanation
Kitty made the friends laugh by paying them a compliment. This suggests that Kitty said something positive or flattering about them, which caused them to find it amusing or funny.Rate this question:
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The next day the friends would walk to Ardbeag because___________
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A. they would be able to walk on the sands.
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B. this was what they always did.
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C. they wanted to do the same as other people.
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D. it was quite a short walk for them.
Correct Answer
A. B. this was what they always did.Explanation
The correct answer is B because it states that the reason the friends would walk to Ardbeag the next day is because it is what they always did. This implies that walking to Ardbeag is a regular activity for them and they have a habit of doing so.Rate this question:
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