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Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges.Question 1: Tom: This job is time-consuming, I think Lucy: _________.
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Absolutely!
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Any time!
- C.
Another time, perhaps.
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Thank you!
Correct Answer
A. Absolutely!Explanation
Lucy's response of "Absolutely!" is the most suitable response to complete the exchange because it shows agreement with Tom's statement about the job being time-consuming. It indicates that Lucy agrees with Tom's opinion.Rate this question:
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Question 2: John: "Would you like to have noodles, spaghetti, or something different?" Mary:" ______. "
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I'm afraid not
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Yes, please
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Anything will do
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Never mind
Correct Answer
C. Anything will doExplanation
The correct answer is "Anything will do." This response indicates that Mary is open to any of the options mentioned by John and does not have a specific preference.Rate this question:
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Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.Question 3: The better the quality of health care, _________.
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Higher the life expectancy
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The more high the life expectancy
- C.
The most the life expectancy
- D.
The higher the life expectancy
Correct Answer
D. The higher the life expectancyExplanation
The correct answer is "the higher the life expectancy". This is because the sentence is discussing the relationship between the quality of healthcare and life expectancy. The word "higher" is used to indicate an increase in life expectancy as the quality of healthcare improves.Rate this question:
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Question 4: The Red Cross is sending emergency aid to _________.
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The famine-stricken
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Famine-stricken
- C.
Modem little square brick
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Little modem square brick
Correct Answer
A. The famine-strickenExplanation
The correct answer is "the famine-stricken". This answer is correct because it accurately completes the sentence and makes sense in the context of the question. The Red Cross is known for providing emergency aid in times of crisis, and "the famine-stricken" describes a group of people who are suffering from famine and in need of assistance.Rate this question:
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Question 5: The Robinsons live in a ________ house.
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Little square modem brick
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Square little modern brick
- C.
Modem little square brick
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Little modem square brick
Correct Answer
D. Little modem square brickExplanation
The correct answer is "little modem square brick." This answer is correct because it follows the correct order of adjectives in English. According to the rule, the order of adjectives should be: opinion, size, age, shape, color, origin, material, and purpose. In this case, "little" describes the size of the house, "modem" describes the age or style of the house, and "square" and "brick" describe the shape and material of the house respectively.Rate this question:
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Question 6: Whenever he had an important decision to make, he would light a cigar to calm his ______.
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Nerves
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Soul
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Brain
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Mental
Correct Answer
A. NervesExplanation
The correct answer is "nerves" because lighting a cigar is a common way for some people to calm their nerves or reduce anxiety. Smoking can have a relaxing effect on the body, and the act of lighting a cigar may serve as a ritual or a form of self-soothing in stressful situations. Therefore, it can be inferred that the person in the question would light a cigar to calm their nerves when faced with important decisions.Rate this question:
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Question 7: Only one of our gifted students _______to participate in the final competition.
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Chosen
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Were choosing
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Have been chosen
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Has been chosen
Correct Answer
D. Has been chosenExplanation
The correct answer is "has been chosen". This is because the sentence is referring to a single gifted student who has been selected to participate in the final competition. The use of "has been" indicates that the action of choosing this student has already taken place in the past.Rate this question:
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Question 8: Michael Phelps ________ broken several world records in swimming.
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Said that he has
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Is said to have been
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Is said he had
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Is said to have
Correct Answer
D. Is said to haveExplanation
The correct answer is "is said to have." This is because the sentence is discussing Michael Phelps and his achievements in swimming. The phrase "is said to have" suggests that there is a general consensus or belief that he has broken several world records in swimming. It indicates that this information is commonly known or acknowledged by others.Rate this question:
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Question 9: My application was ________by the postal strike.
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Given up
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Taken up
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Set up
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Held up
Correct Answer
D. Held upExplanation
The correct answer is "held up." In this context, "held up" means that the application was delayed or prevented from progressing due to the postal strike. The postal strike caused a disruption in the normal flow of mail, resulting in a delay or halt in the processing of the application.Rate this question:
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Question 10: Rivers ______ into the Baltic Sea are much cleaner now than ten years ago.
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Which flows
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Flowing
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That flowing
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Flowed
Correct Answer
B. FlowingExplanation
The correct answer is "flowing". This is because the sentence is referring to rivers that are currently flowing into the Baltic Sea, indicating an ongoing action in the present. The present participle "flowing" is used to describe this continuous action.Rate this question:
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Question 11: Prestel customers will be able to buy a wide _________ of goods and services using their credit cards.
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Level
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Board
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Bargain
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Range
Correct Answer
D. RangeExplanation
The word "range" fits logically in the sentence because it suggests a variety or selection of goods and services that Prestel customers can purchase using their credit cards. The other options (level, board, and bargain) do not convey the same meaning and would not make sense in the sentence.Rate this question:
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Question 12: There's increasing demand for cars which are _________ on fuel.
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Economical
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Economic
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Economist
- D.
Economics
Correct Answer
A. EconomicalExplanation
The correct answer is "economical" because it is the adjective form of the word "economy" and is used to describe something that is efficient and cost-effective in terms of fuel consumption. In the context of the question, it means that there is a growing need for cars that are fuel-efficient.Rate this question:
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Question 13: Her enthusiasm _________ her lack of experience.
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Makes up for
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Comes in for
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Puts up with
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Catches up with
Correct Answer
A. Makes up forExplanation
The phrase "makes up for" means to compensate for or counterbalance something. In this context, it suggests that the person's enthusiasm compensates for their lack of experience.Rate this question:
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Question 14: Do you know when _________?
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Did the bridge build
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The bridge is built
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The bridge was built
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Did they build the bridge
Correct Answer
C. The bridge was builtExplanation
The correct answer is "the bridge was built." This is the correct answer because it uses the past tense "was built" to indicate that the action of building the bridge has already happened in the past. The other options are either in the wrong tense or use incorrect word order.Rate this question:
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Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions from 15 to 22:Virtually any night of the year, a person can look up at the sky and see the moon. The moon is the Earth's only natural satellite. It takes slightly more than twenty-seven days for it to orbit the Earth. And it does so from a little more than 380,000 kilometres away. Despite being the Earth's closest celestial neighbor, there is much about the moon that scientists do not know.For instance, no one is exactly sure when the moon was formed. The Earth is estimated to have been created around 4.5 billion years ago. No later than 100,000 years after that, the moon was in orbit around the Earth. Yet the question remains: How did the moon form? There are several theories, but astronomers have thus far failed to prove any of them correct.The most widely accepted idea is the collision theory. It states that the moon formed when an object crashed into the Earth. According to this hypothesis, when the Earth was first created, it had no satellite. But, at some point in time, an object approximately the size of Mars collided with the Earth. This caused part of the planet to break off. The largest part eventually transformed into the moon.Another theory is that the Earth and the moon formed at the exact same time billions of years ago. However, many astronomers discount this theory. They point out that the Earth and the moon are comprised of different substances. They claim that if the two bodies were formed at the same time, then they should be composed of the same materials. Yet, as an example of their differences, the moon has much less iron than the Earth does.A third theory proposes that the moon formed somewhere else in the solar system. As it wandered past the Earth, it was captured by the Earth's gravity and began to orbit the planet. A fourth theory declares that, when it first formed, the Earth spun much more rapidly than it does at the present time. Due to its swift rotation, part of the crust was stripped away from the planet and cast into space. This material then formed the moon.Each of the four theories has its supporters and detractors. Thus far, however, no astronomer has been able to prove one theory while disproving all of the others. (Perfect TOEFL Junior)Question 15: What would be the best title for the passage?
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How Long Ago Did the Moon Form?
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Theories on the Creation of the Moon
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The Changing Phases of the Moon
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The Moon: Everything You Need to Know about It
Correct Answer
B. Theories on the Creation of the MoonExplanation
The passage discusses different theories about the creation of the moon and the lack of conclusive evidence for any of them. It mentions the collision theory, the theory that the Earth and moon formed at the same time, the theory of the moon being captured by Earth's gravity, and the theory of the Earth's rapid rotation causing the formation of the moon. Therefore, "Theories on the Creation of the Moon" would be the most appropriate title for the passage.Rate this question:
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Question 16: Which of the following statements does paragraph I support?
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There are many satellites that are orbiting the Earth.
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The moon is always visible in the night sky.
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The moon's distance from the Earth changes at times.
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No natural objects are closer to the Earth than the moon.
Correct Answer
D. No natural objects are closer to the Earth than the moon.Explanation
Paragraph I supports the statement "No natural objects are closer to the Earth than the moon." This is because the paragraph discusses how the moon is the closest natural object to the Earth, and it explains that there are no other natural objects that are closer in proximity to the Earth than the moon.Rate this question:
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Question 17: In paragraph 2, the word "estimated" is closest in meaning to ________.
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Presumed
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Thought
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Determined
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Known
Correct Answer
A. PresumedExplanation
In paragraph 2, the word "estimated" indicates that a calculation or approximation was made based on available information. This suggests that the answer "presumed" is the closest in meaning, as it implies that the estimation was made based on assumptions or conjecture rather than concrete evidence.Rate this question:
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Question 18: In paragraph 3, the phrase "crashed into" is closest in meaning to ________.
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Passed
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Interfered with
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Affected
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hit
Correct Answer
D. hitExplanation
In paragraph 3, the phrase "crashed into" means to collide forcefully with something. Therefore, the closest meaning to "crashed into" is "hit".Rate this question:
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Question 19: Which of the following is true regarding the collision theory?
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It points out that the Earth's orbit changed a great deal.
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It is believed by the greatest number of astronomers.
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It declares that Mars collided with the Earth at one point.
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It states that the Earth once had multiple satellites.
Correct Answer
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Question 20: Why do many astronomers doubt that the Earth and the moon formed at the same time?
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The chances of two objects forming close together are small.
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There is not enough iron in the Earth's crust.
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The Earth and the moon are formed of different materials.
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The moon more likely came from elsewhere in the solar system.
Correct Answer
C. The Earth and the moon are formed of different materials.Explanation
Many astronomers doubt that the Earth and the moon formed at the same time because they are formed of different materials. This is supported by the fact that the moon has a much lower density compared to the Earth, suggesting that it is made up of different materials. Additionally, the moon lacks certain elements that are abundant on Earth, further indicating that they have different origins. This suggests that the moon may have formed elsewhere in the solar system and later been captured by Earth's gravitational pull.Rate this question:
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Question 21: In paragraph 5, the word "proposes" is closest in meaning to _______.
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insists
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Promises
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Denies
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Suggests
Correct Answer
D. SuggestsExplanation
In paragraph 5, the word "proposes" suggests that someone is putting forward an idea or suggestion. It implies that they are offering a plan or course of action for consideration.Rate this question:
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Question 22: In paragraph 5, the word "it" refers to _____
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a fourth theory
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The Earth
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The solar system
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The planet's gravity
Correct Answer
B. The EarthExplanation
In paragraph 5, the word "it" refers to the Earth.Rate this question:
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Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the following questions.Question 23: The demand was very great. They had to reprint the book immediately.
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The book would be reprinted immediately if the demand was great.
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So great was the demand that they had to reprint the book immediately.
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They demanded that the book be reprinted immediately.
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They demanded to reprint the book immediately.
Correct Answer
B. So great was the demand that they had to reprint the book immediately.Explanation
The correct answer is "So great was the demand that they had to reprint the book immediately." This sentence conveys the same meaning as the original statement by emphasizing the magnitude of the demand and the necessity to reprint the book immediately.Rate this question:
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Question 24: It was wrong of you to criticize your son before his friends left.
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You shouldn't have criticized your son in front of his friends.
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Your son could have been embarrassed when you criticized him in front of his friends
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You must be careful not to embarrass your son when he is with his friends.
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If you had criticized your son after his friends had left, he wouldn't be so upset now.
Correct Answer
A. You shouldn't have criticized your son in front of his friends.Explanation
The given answer is correct because it acknowledges that criticizing the son in front of his friends was wrong. This shows an understanding of the potential embarrassment and negative impact it could have on the son. By suggesting that the criticism should have been avoided in that situation, it highlights the importance of being considerate and mindful of the son's feelings when he is with his friends.Rate this question:
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Question 25: "Get out of my car or I'll call the police!," Jane shouted to the strange man.
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Jane threatened to call the police if the man didn't leave her car.
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Jane informed the strange man that she would call the police.
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Jane plainly said that she would call the police.
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Jane politely told the man she would call the police if he didn't leave her car.
Correct Answer
A. Jane threatened to call the police if the man didn't leave her car.Explanation
The correct answer accurately reflects the statement made by Jane in the given scenario. Jane shouted to the strange man to get out of her car and threatened to call the police if he didn't comply. The answer effectively captures the essence of Jane's warning and conveys the intended meaning.Rate this question:
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Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.Question 26:
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Candidate
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Campus
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Challenge
- D.
Disadvantage
Correct Answer
D. DisadvantageExplanation
The underlined part in "disadvantage" is pronounced with the /dɪs/ sound, while the underlined parts in "candidate," "campus," and "challenge" are pronounced with the /k/ sound.Rate this question:
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Question 27:
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Maintained
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Started
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Determined
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Survived
Correct Answer
B. StartedExplanation
Out of the given options, "started" is the only word that is synonymous with "began" or "commenced". The other options do not convey the same meaning as "started". Therefore, "started" is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three in theposition of primary stress in each of the following questions.Question 28:
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Inflation
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Influence
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Proposal
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Diversity
Correct Answer
B. InfluenceExplanation
The primary stress in the word "influence" falls on the second syllable, while in the other three words, "inflation," "proposal," and "diversity," the primary stress falls on the first syllable.Rate this question:
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Question 29:
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nature
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Culture
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Technique
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Measure
Correct Answer
C. TechniqueExplanation
The words "nature," "culture," and "measure" are all related to different concepts or aspects, while "technique" stands out as the only word related to a specific skill or method. This suggests that "technique" is the odd one out in this group of words.Rate this question:
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Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.Question 30: Despite (A) America's (B) affluence, many people are without jobs (C), on welfare, and have a lot of debts (D).
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A
- B.
B
- C.
C
- D.
D
Correct Answer
D. DExplanation
The underlined part "a lot of debts" needs correction. The correct form should be "a lot of debt" as "debt" is an uncountable noun and does not require the article "a" before it.Rate this question:
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Question 31: You must (A) drive slower in built up areas (B). The faster (C) you drive in the city, the probable (D) it is that you will have an accident.
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A
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B
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C
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D
Correct Answer
D. DExplanation
Driving at higher speeds in built-up areas increases the likelihood of having an accident. This is because built-up areas are usually crowded with pedestrians, cyclists, and other vehicles, making it necessary to drive slower and be more cautious. The word "probable" in option D suggests that the higher the speed, the more likely it is to have an accident, reinforcing the importance of driving slower in built-up areas.Rate this question:
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Question 32: The earth is the (A) only planet with a large number (B) of oxygen (C) in its (D) atmosphere.
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A
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B
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C
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D
Correct Answer
B. BExplanation
The correct answer is B because it states that the Earth is the only planet with a large number of oxygen. This implies that other planets do not have a significant amount of oxygen in their atmosphere.Rate this question:
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Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.Question 33: The rains of 1993 causing the Missouri river to overflow resulted in one of the worst floods of the 20thcentury.
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Lessened
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Overcame
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Caused
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Stopped
Correct Answer
C. CausedExplanation
The correct answer is "caused". This is because the sentence states that the rains of 1993 caused the Missouri river to overflow, which resulted in one of the worst floods of the 20th century.Rate this question:
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Question 34: Many young children are spending large amounts of time watching the TV without being aware of itsdetriment to their school work.
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Benefit
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Support
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Harm
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Advantage
Correct Answer
C. HarmExplanation
The given correct answer is "harm." This suggests that spending large amounts of time watching TV can have negative effects on young children's school work. It implies that excessive TV viewing may distract children from their studies and hinder their academic performance.Rate this question:
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Mark the letter A, B, C, or Don your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.Question 35: The young are now far more materialistic than their precedents years ago.
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Greedy
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Spiritual
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monetary
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Object - oriented
Correct Answer
B. SpiritualExplanation
The word "materialistic" refers to a focus on material possessions and wealth. The word "spiritual" is the opposite of materialistic, as it refers to a focus on non-material aspects such as the soul, emotions, and spiritual beliefs.Rate this question:
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Question 36: After five days on trial, the court found him innocent of the crime and he was released.
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Naive
- B.
Innovative
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Guilty
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Benevolent
Correct Answer
C. GuiltyExplanation
The given sentence states that after a trial of five days, the court found him innocent of the crime and he was released. Therefore, the opposite of innocent in this context would be guilty.Rate this question:
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Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following questions.Question 37: Her living conditions were not good. However, she studied very well.
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Difficult as her living conditions were, she studied very well.
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She studied very well just because she lived in difficult conditions.
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Living in difficult conditions, she had no choice but to study well.
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Living in difficult conditions forced her to study very well.
Correct Answer
A. Difficult as her living conditions were, she studied very well.Explanation
The correct answer combines the two sentences by using the phrase "Difficult as her living conditions were" to show the contrast between her challenging living conditions and her ability to study well. This phrase indicates that despite the difficult circumstances, she still managed to study effectively.Rate this question:
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Question 38: No one but the expert was able to realize that the painting was an imitation. It greatly resembled the original.
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No one, like the expert, was able to realize that the painting was fake because it greatly resembled the original.
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No one was able to realize that the expert's painting was an imitation as it was identical to the original.
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The expert was the only person who was able to realize that the painting was an imitation although it greatly resembled the original.
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Anyone including the expert was able to realize that the painting was an imitation though it greatly resembled the original.4
Correct Answer
C. The expert was the only person who was able to realize that the painting was an imitation although it greatly resembled the original.Explanation
The correct answer states that the expert was the only person who was able to realize that the painting was an imitation, even though it greatly resembled the original. This implies that others, including non-experts, were not able to recognize that the painting was fake because of its strong resemblance to the original.Rate this question:
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Read the following passage and mark the letter A, 8, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 39 to 43:Adults are familiar with children feeling that parents are much older and clueless about the way kids and teenagers operate. While this is an exaggeration, Tronshaw urges parents to recognize that there is some truth to the notion and encourages them to (39) _______ an honest effort to remain involved in their children's lives. It is important for parents to keep lines of communication open with children so that feelings of isolation and secrecy do not permeate family relationships. It is especially crucial for parents of children (40) _______ in the digital age to educate themselves about the way children are interacting and using technology.Parents run the (41) ________ of alienating their children when they scrutinize the differences between each generation's cultural upbringing. Tronshaw recommends that parents maintain a flexible attitude and foster a home environment that embraces change. Siblings often mature differently from (42) ______ , and each child presents his or her own set of challenges to the parents. In these cases, parents must be willing to take varying approaches· and (43) ____ enforcing a strict and immutable style of authority.Question 39:
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Give
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Have
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Make
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Do
Correct Answer
C. MakeExplanation
The passage discusses the importance of parents making an honest effort to remain involved in their children's lives. This suggests that parents need to actively take steps to stay connected and engaged with their children. The word "make" in this context implies that parents need to consciously and intentionally put in the effort to maintain open lines of communication and avoid feelings of isolation and secrecy in their family relationships.Rate this question:
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Question 40:
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Lived
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grown up
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Bringing up
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Raised
Correct Answer
D. RaisedExplanation
The words "lived," "grown up," "bringing up," and "raised" all relate to the concept of someone's upbringing or how they were raised. However, out of these options, "raised" is the most appropriate term to describe the process of being brought up or cared for by parents or guardians. It specifically refers to the act of nurturing and providing for a child until they reach adulthood.Rate this question:
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Question 41:
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Notice
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Risk
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lack
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Challenge
Correct Answer
B. RiskExplanation
The word "risk" is the only option that is related to the concept of potential danger or uncertainty. "Notice," "lack," and "challenge" do not convey the same meaning as "risk."Rate this question:
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Question 42:
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one another
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Others
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Together
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the other
Correct Answer
A. one anotherExplanation
The phrase "one another" is used to refer to a reciprocal relationship between multiple people or things. It implies mutual action or interaction between them. In this context, it suggests that there is a connection or relationship between the subjects mentioned in the question. The other options do not convey the same meaning of mutual interaction or reciprocity. Therefore, "one another" is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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Question 43:
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Refuse
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Finish
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Avoid
- D.
Encourage
Correct Answer
C. AvoidExplanation
The word "avoid" is the correct answer because it means to stay away from or prevent something from happening. In the given list of words, "refuse" means to decline or say no, "finish" means to complete or end, and "encourage" means to support or motivate. Out of these options, only "avoid" fits the context of staying away or preventing something.Rate this question:
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Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, orD on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions from 44 to 50:Smart cards and mobile phones are becoming an increasingly popular way to make all sorts of payments. Even now, in Japan thousands of transactions, from paying rail tickets to picking up the groceries, take place every day with customers passing their handsets across a small flat-screen device. And predictions in the world of finance reckon that payments using mobile phones will have risen to more than $50 billion in the very near future. ·What's the appeal of e-cash? Compared to cheques or credit cards, it offers the speed of cash, but more so. It takes just one tenth of a second to complete most transactions and as no change. is required, errors in counting are eliminated. Fraud and theft are also reduced and for the retailer, it reduces the cost of handling money. Sony's vision of having a chip embedded in computers. TVs and games consoles means that films, music and games can be paid for easily and without having to input credit card details.And what about the future of the banks? Within their grip on the market, banks and credit-card firms want to be in a position to collect most of the fees from the users of mobile and contactless-payment systems. But the new system could prove to be a "disruptive technology" as far as the banks are concerned. If payments for a few coffees, a train ticket and a newspaper are made every day by a commuter with a mobile, this will not appear on their monthly credit card statements but on their mobile phone statements. And having spent fortunes on branding, credit-card companies and banks do not want to see other payment systems gaining popularity. It's too early to say whether banks will miss out and if so, by how. much. However, quite a few American bankers are optimistic They feel there is reason to the suspicious of those who predict that high-street banks may be a thing of the past. They point out that Internet banking did not result in the closure of their high-street branches as was predicted. On the contrary, more Americans than ever are using local branches. So, whether we'll become a totally cash-free society remains open to contention.Question 44: What is the main idea of the first paragraph?
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Japan's advanced forms of payment
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The increasing popularity of new payment methods
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The absence of traditional payment methods
- D.
Predictions of future payment methods
Correct Answer
B. The increasing popularity of new payment methodsExplanation
The main idea of the first paragraph is the increasing popularity of new payment methods, specifically smart cards and mobile phones. The passage mentions that in Japan, thousands of transactions are already taking place every day using these methods, and predictions suggest that payments using mobile phones will continue to rise in the future. The passage also highlights the advantages of these new payment methods, such as speed, convenience, and reduced fraud and theft.Rate this question:
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Question 45: Why does the author mention "a small flat-screen device" in the first paragraph?
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To inform the e-cash system
- B.
to exemplify the e-cash system
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to criticize the e-cash system
- D.
To praise the e-cash system
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B. to exemplify the e-cash systemExplanation
The author mentions "a small flat-screen device" in the first paragraph to exemplify the e-cash system. This device serves as an example of the type of technology that can be used to facilitate electronic cash transactions. By mentioning this specific device, the author helps to illustrate how e-cash systems can be implemented in practice.Rate this question:
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Question 46: Which of the following is NOT true about the strong point of e-cash?
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no fraud
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Faster speed
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Fewer mistakes
- D.
Reduced cost
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A. no fraudExplanation
The strong point of e-cash is that it has no fraud. This means that e-cash transactions are secure and cannot be easily manipulated or hacked, ensuring the safety of the user's financial information.Rate this question:
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Question 47: The word "embedded'' in the second paragraph is closest in meaning to _________.
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generated .
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Isolated
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Manufactured
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Integrated
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D. IntegratedExplanation
The word "embedded" in the second paragraph is closest in meaning to "integrated". This means that something is deeply incorporated or merged into something else, often to the point of being inseparable.Rate this question:
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Question 48: The author mentions the case of commuters in the third paragraph to illustrate ________.
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The transferability of the system
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the modern technology of the e-cash system
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the banks' cooperation with credit-card companies
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A possible drawback of the system
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D. A possible drawback of the systemExplanation
The author mentions the case of commuters in the third paragraph to illustrate a possible drawback of the system. This is because the author discusses how commuters may face difficulties if their e-cash cards are lost or stolen, as they would not have any other means to pay for their transportation. This highlights a potential disadvantage of relying solely on the e-cash system for financial transactions.Rate this question:
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Question 49: What does the author think may happen in the future?
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Banks will collect their fees through credit-card companies.
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Credit-card companies and banks will want to promote cash.
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Americans will no longer go to their local bank branches.
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Daily expenses on drinks and tickets will appear on phone statements.
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D. Daily expenses on drinks and tickets will appear on phone statements.Explanation
The author believes that in the future, daily expenses on drinks and tickets will be reflected on phone statements. This suggests a shift towards using mobile payment methods for small, everyday purchases, eliminating the need for physical cash or credit cards.Rate this question:
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