The Reading Compilation For Un 2020

The correct answer is "Tommy ate so much candy that he got a stomachache." This sentence correctly conveys the cause and effect relationship between Tommy eating a large amount of candy and subsequently experiencing a stomachache.

The correct answer is "The host, Jimmy Fallon, is on the Tonight Show." This is the correct answer because it accurately reflects the original sentence while also providing the necessary information about the host's name (Jimmy Fallon) and the show he is on (the Tonight Show). The other options either omit important details or include incorrect grammar.

The given statement suggests that the person being referred to appears almost every day on TV because he is highly popular. The phrase "so popular" is used to emphasize the extent of his popularity, indicating that it is the reason for his frequent appearances on television.

The correct answer is "Add/get" because when you add the numbers five and six together, you will get the sum of eleven.

The correct answer is "such a very famous designer". This answer fits grammatically and contextually with the sentence. Ahmed is expressing that the person being referred to is extremely well-known as a designer, which is supported by the use of "such" and "very" in the answer choice.

The correct answer is "The desk which is next to you is for your glass of water." This sentence is the only option that uses the correct relative pronoun "which" to introduce the modifying clause "which is next to you." This clause provides additional information about the desk, specifying its location in relation to the person.

Ahmed is expressing his surprise and admiration for the news that George is sharing. He uses the phrase "such a surprising news" to convey that he finds the news unexpected and interesting.

The correct answer is "The man seated beside the host is the guest" because it uses the correct form of the non-finite verb "seated" to describe the man. The other options either use the incorrect form of the verb or include unnecessary words like "who" or "is seating."

The correct answer is "This is such a good tea that I think I'll have another cup." This answer effectively combines both sentences by expressing the speaker's opinion about the tea and their decision to have another cup based on its quality.

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The Quick Text edition of the graphic novel is the correct answer because it presents the story in a simplified style, making it accessible to all readers. It allows readers to get a general understanding of the characters and locations in the story. Additionally, it may encourage readers who don't typically enjoy reading to explore the original book as well.

The conjunctions "Although," "Though," and "Even though" all indicate a contrast or contradiction between two ideas. In this case, the sentence implies that the person didn't pass the exam despite studying hard, which suggests a contradiction. Therefore, these conjunctions cannot fulfill the blank. On the other hand, "However" is a conjunction that introduces a contrasting or unexpected statement and can effectively complete the sentence. "Even" is not a conjunction, but an adverb used to emphasize a surprising result, so it also cannot fulfill the blank.

The original sentence states that the weather was very nice, which is effectively conveyed by the phrase "so nice" in the correct answer choice. Additionally, the correct answer maintains the correct word order and does not include any unnecessary or incorrect words.

The correct answer is "The man whom Jim Carrie knew is also on the tonight show." This is the correct answer because "whom" is the appropriate relative pronoun to use when referring to a person as the object of the verb "knew." Additionally, "is" is the correct verb to use to indicate that the man is currently on the Tonight Show.

The correct answer is "such a talented movie actor" because the speaker is expressing admiration for the person's acting skills. The phrase "such a talented" emphasizes the high level of talent possessed by the actor.

The correct answer is "such a good designer". This is because the conversation is discussing Ivan Gunawan's skills and reputation as a fashion designer. The statements made by George and Ahmed highlight his success and the admiration that many well-known individuals have for his designs. This implies that Ivan Gunawan is highly regarded and considered to be a talented and skilled designer.

The correct answer is "miss / will you stay". This answer is correct because it follows the correct structure for a conditional question. The first part of the sentence is in the past tense ("missed"), indicating a condition that has not occurred yet. The second part of the sentence uses the future tense ("will you stay"), indicating a possible outcome if the condition is met. Therefore, this answer is the most grammatically accurate and logical choice.

The correct answer suggests that the reason why the person walked so quickly was because the speaker couldn't keep up with him. The phrase "for he walked so quickly" indicates the cause and effect relationship between the two actions.

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If your blood pressure is high, it is recommended to eat salt as little as possible. This is because consuming excessive salt can contribute to high blood pressure and increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases.

The correct answer is "It was impossible for me to breath." This suggests that Grandpa held the person so tightly that it restricted their ability to breathe properly.

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The underlined sentence "When you find your brother – say hello to him for me" in the dialogue is a request. Graham is asking Anne to pass along a message to her brother when she finds him.

"How come?" is a question that is used to ask for an explanation or reason for something. It is not related to giving advice or suggesting a course of action, which is the context of the conversation between Graham and Anne. The other options, "Should", "'d better", "Should have", and "Why don't you....?" are all expressions that suggest advice or recommendations.

The correct answer is "would". In this context, Graham is giving advice to Anne about what she should do if he were in her position. The phrase "If I were you" is a hypothetical situation, indicating that Graham is imagining himself in Anne's situation and what he would do. The use of "would" in this sentence is appropriate for expressing a hypothetical or unreal condition.

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The correct answer is "If it rains, we can't go." This statement suggests that the possibility of going somewhere is not feasible if it is raining. It implies that rain would prevent the person or people from going to their intended destination.

Debby is the writer of the letter. The letter is addressed to Aunt Tia and is signed off by Debby.

Debby feels glad because she has passed her final examination, succeeded in joining a senior high school English competition, and her parents have promised to send her to a famous English course and potentially to a foreign university if her English scores are good. She expresses excitement about her future goals and aspirations.

The given correct answer is "Linda’s holiday in Bali". This is the most accurate explanation because the letter is written by Linda and it is about her wonderful holiday in Bali. She mentions various aspects of her holiday such as interesting tourist objects, local art and craft, traditional food, and her desire to stay longer on her next visit. The letter also mentions Linda's plan to show her video to her class, which further supports the explanation that the letter is about Linda's holiday in Bali.

The given correct answer is "a horror novel". This can be inferred from the context where the author mentions having a thing for vampire novels and describes the book as one of the trashiest novels they have ever read. Additionally, the title "Undead and Unwed" suggests a theme of horror or supernatural elements.

The correct answer is "Is it okay if I turn on the radio for a while?" because this option is asking for permission in a different way than the underlined sentence. The underlined sentence asks if the person minds, while the correct answer option asks if it is okay. The other options are all similar in meaning to the underlined sentence because they all ask for agreement or preference.

The best title for the text above is "The poor merchant and the misfortuned moneylender." This title accurately reflects the main characters and their circumstances in the story. The merchant is described as owing a large sum of money, indicating his financial struggles, while the moneylender is described as old and ugly, suggesting his misfortune in appearance.

The correct answer, "I'll be able to afford it," suggests that Sarah's ability to come and see Anne in Singapore depends on the success of their business. If the business goes well, Sarah will have enough money to afford the trip.

The correct answer is "Ring me". Based on the conversation, Sarah is suggesting that she should leave Steve and Anne alone, but she offers her assistance if they need help with packing. The phrase "Ring me" implies that they can call her if they require any assistance.

The correct answer is "Cuts, will peel." This is because the sentence is in the present tense and the verb "cut" should be in the simple present form "cuts" to match with the subject "Sue." The second part of the sentence uses the future tense and the verb "peel" should be in the future form "will peel" to match with the subject "Caroline."

The word "pose" in the passage is closest in meaning to "present". This can be inferred from the context of the sentence, which states that impacts from meteorites continue to present a natural hazard to life on Earth. In this context, "pose" means to present or create a potential threat or danger. The other options, such as "claim," "model," "assume," or "prove," do not accurately capture the meaning of the word in this context.

Geologists knew that there had been an impact before they knew where it had occurred. This can be inferred from the paragraph because it states that scientists first identified the impact in 1980 from the worldwide layer of sediment deposited from the dust cloud that enveloped the planet after the impact. This indicates that they were aware of the impact event before they were able to locate the specific location of the impact site in the Yucat region of Mexico.

The word "excavating" in the passage is closest in meaning to "digging out". This is evident from the context of the sentence which states that the impact of the meteorite excavated a crater about twice as large as the lunar crater Tycho. This implies that the impact of the meteorite dug out or created the crater.

The passage is mainly about the factors that contributed to the growth of Los Angeles. It discusses the agricultural potential of the area, the construction of an aqueduct to provide water for irrigation, the presence of a natural harbor and rail connections, the climate that allowed for year-round film production in Hollywood, and the demand for petroleum and the opening of oil fields. It also mentions the decentralized and sprawling nature of Los Angeles and the role of private automobile ownership in shaping the city's spatial organization.

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Octa asked if Rex had liked his journey to Italy based on Rex's response of "It is hard to say. I suppose I like everything about that country." This indicates that Octa is asking about Rex's opinion and experience of his trip to Italy.

The writer finds it necessary to join a study group because his friends have more knowledge compared to him. This suggests that the writer believes that being in a study group will allow him to learn from his friends who have more knowledge and possibly fill in any gaps in his own understanding.

The correct answer is that Harry Potter's uncle and aunt adopted him. This is mentioned in the passage where it states that Harry Potter is taken in by his aunt and uncle, who are Muggles. This adoption by his aunt and uncle sets the stage for Harry's journey and his eventual enrollment at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.

The first paragraph states that Harry Potter is taken in by his aunt and uncle, who are Muggles, and that he is rather out of place there. However, things improve greatly for him when he goes to the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. This implies that Harry Potter lived in a non-magical place with his aunt and uncle, but then moves to a magical place when he goes to Hogwarts. Therefore, we can conclude from the first paragraph that Harry Potter lived in a magical place.

The original text of Frankenstein graphic story allows readers to understand the style of writing in its era. By staying faithful to Shelley's original text, readers can immerse themselves in the language and writing techniques used during that time period. This can provide insight into the historical context of the story and enhance the overall reading experience.

The text mainly expresses the opinion that the novel being discussed is very bad. The author mentions that they found it to be trashy and one of the worst novels they have ever read. They also feel like a fraud for including it in their list of books read for the year. The author states that they wouldn't recommend it and may only consider reading more in the series if they forget how bad this book was. Therefore, the correct answer is "an opinion on a novel."

The word "sincere" means honest or genuine. In the context of the letter, the writer is expressing their genuine sympathy and condolences to the recipient. They are being honest in their feelings and offering their sincere support.

Not only persuasion attempt and knowledge but also public speaking can improve your critical thinking abilities. This sentence conveys the same meaning as the original sentence, emphasizing that public speaking is not only beneficial for persuasion attempt and knowledge growth, but also for enhancing critical thinking skills.