Read the following passage and choose the option that best fits each blank.
Visiting a new place can be overwhelming. Questions like, "What should I see?" and "Where do I start?" are common. Well, there’s good news! The tourist app, TripBuddy, is transforming how we explore new destinations, as to relying on outdated guidebooks. With just a few taps on your phone, you can plan your entire adventure. TripBuddy offers features like based on your interests. You can select where you want to go, and the app will create a perfect itinerary just for you. When you book your tickets, TripBuddy will also show you many nearby attractions to visit. You can easily follow the app’s suggestions or even chat with tourists who are also using the app. To help you decisions, TripBuddy includes user reviews, ratings, and photos, ensuring you get the best experience. Whether you're a history enthusiast a shopping lover, TripBuddy helps you explore your new destination easily.
Read the following leaflet and choose the option that best fits each blank.
Be a Volunteer for the SEA Games!
What Volunteers Do
What Volunteers Benefit From
How to Register
Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity! being part of a global event, you’ll help make the SEA Games a truly unforgettable experience for everyone.
Choose the best way to rearrange the following sentences in order to make a meaningful conversation.
a. Alex: That sounds great! I should start working out too. Do you have any tips for beginners?
b. Alex: Hi Mia, do you go to the gym regularly? You look really fit.
c. Mia: Yes, I work out three times a week. Exercising makes me feel so energetic.
Choose the best way to rearrange the following sentences in order to make a meaningful conversation.
a. Mia: Hmm, but you can find good quality without paying for the brand name.
b. Tom: Yes, sometimes. High-quality products last longer, so it’s a good investment.
c. Mia: Do you think buying luxury items is worth it, Tom?
d. Tom: That’s true, but luxury brands also offer a better experience.
e. Mia: I suppose it depends on the product. Some things aren’t worth the expensive price.
Choose the best way to rearrange the following sentences in order to make a meaningful letter.
Hi Sarah,
a. There will be food, drinks, music, and even a few fun games planned to keep everyone entertained.
b. Feel free to bring a friend along if you’d like. Let me know if you can join us - your presence would make the celebration more special!
c. I’m thrilled to invite you to my graduation party!
d. The party will be at my house on Friday evening at 7 PM.
e. After years of hard work, I’ve finally completed my degree, and I’d love to celebrate this milestone with you.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Mia
Choose the best way to rearrange the following sentences in order to make a meaningful paragraph.
a. Although occasional online meetings can be challenging, proper planning helps make them manageable.
b. Working remotely has completely changed my daily routine by allowing me to balance work and personal life more effectively, such as avoiding long commutes and spending quality time with my family.
c. Additionally, having a comfortable home office has enhanced my creativity and overall job satisfaction.
d. In conclusion, this setup has not only supported my professional growth but also improved my personal well-being, for which I am truly grateful.
e. With the flexibility to create a schedule tailored to my needs, I’ve been able to stay productive and focused throughout the day.
Choose the best way to rearrange the following sentences in order to make a meaningful paragraph.
a. The World Health Organization reports that 1 in 4 women has experienced abuse in their lifetime, which can have devastating long-term effects.
b. To address this, governments and organizations are working together to raise awareness, provide shelters, support services, and strengthen laws to protect victims and prevent future abuse.
c. Many victims are afraid to seek help due to fear of punishment, shame, or lack of support from family and society.
d. This violence causes physical injuries and also impacts mental health, leading to lasting emotional scars and trauma.
e. Domestic violence is a serious issue affecting millions of people worldwide.
Read the text and choose the best answer to fill in the blanks.
Norwich, located in the east of England, (1) _____. One of its most popular destinations is The Mustard Shop, which sits among the historic streets of the city. This charming shop offers visitors a glimpse into Norwich’s famous mustard-making tradition while providing a nostalgic experience.
(2) _____. The bright yellow fields of mustard plants transformed the local landscape, providing seeds essential for production. By 1854, Colman’s growing business moved to the outskirts of Norwich to meet the increasing demand. The company’s mustard (3) _____. Even today, Colman’s mustard remains a household favorite, often enjoyed with meats, cheeses, and other dishes.
The Mustard Shop, opened in 1973, is designed to resemble a traditional mustard store from the 19th century. The shop features wooden shelves and vintage decorations, creating an authentic and inviting atmosphere. (4) _____, is perfect for anyone looking to try something new. On the second floor, visitors can explore a small museum that displays historical artifacts and old Colman’s advertisements. (5) _____.
More than just a shop, the Mustard Shop is a celebration of Norwich’s culinary heritage. It’s a must-visit spot for anyone exploring the city, offering both historical insight and a taste of tradition.
Choose the phrase or sentence that best fits (1).
Choose the phrase or sentence that best fits (2).
Choose the phrase or sentence that best fits (3).
Choose the phrase or sentence that best fits (4).
Choose the phrase or sentence that best fits (5).
Read the following passage and choose the correct answer to each question.
Cooperation is the joint effort of two or more people to achieve a task or shared goal. Like competition and conflict, there are different forms of cooperation, based on group organization and attitudes. These show how complex and varied cooperative behavior can be in human interactions.
The first type of cooperation is called primary cooperation. In this form, the individual and group are closely connected. The group affects almost every part of a person's life, and the rewards from the group's efforts are shared equally among its members. There is a strong link between a person's identity, the group's identity, and the tasks they do. In primary cooperation, the way things are done and the goals are closely connected because cooperation itself is highly valued. This type of cooperation is most commonly found in societies where the survival and success of the group are important.
Primary cooperation is typically seen in preliterate societies, whereas secondary cooperation is more common in modern societies. In this form, people commit only a portion of their lives to the group, and cooperation is not valued. Instead, individuals work together to separately enjoy the fruits of their cooperation in the form of salary, recognition, or power. Loyalty to the group exists, but it is not the primary focus. Business offices, professional sports teams, and other organized groups are examples of secondary cooperation.
The third type is tertiary cooperation, also known as accommodation. This form involves hidden conflict between the groups or individuals working together. The relationship is based on opportunistic behavior, meaning each group looks for ways to benefit themselves. The structure is usually weak because the groups are not fully united. Tertiary cooperation happens when groups with different goals use the same methods to achieve their own separate goals. However, this type of cooperation is unstable and tends to break down when the shared methods no longer help each person or group reach their goals. For this reason, it is sometimes referred to as antagonistic cooperation.
The word "these" in paragraph 1 refers to _____.
Which of the following is TRUE about primary cooperation according to the passage?
The word "fruits" in paragraph 3 is CLOSEST in meaning to _____.
Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 3?
The word "hidden" in paragraph 4 is OPPOSITE in meaning to _____.
What causes tertiary cooperation to collapse?
In which paragraph does the writer mention two other substitute names for one concept?
In which paragraph does the writer discuss the closest link between group and individual identities?
Read the passage below and answer the following questions.
A Good Night's Sleep
Air pollution might influence our sleep quality, say researchers looking into the impact of toxic air on our sleep. The study explored the proportion of time participants spent asleep in bed at night compared with being awake while trying to sleep - a measure known as sleep efficiency. The results reveal that greater exposure to nitrogen dioxide and small particulates known as PM 2.5s can increase the risk of poor sleep quality. Scientists believe this is linked to air pollution’s effect on our health.
"Your nose, your sinuses and the back of your throat can all be irritated by those pollutants so that can cause some sleep disruption," said Martha Billings, assistant professor of medicine at the University of Washington and co-author of the research. Researchers studied air pollution data for nitrogen dioxide and PM2.5 levels over five years in six US cities, which included data collected close to the homes of the 1,863 people involved. They then used this data to estimate the pollution levels in the participants’ homes.
From the results, the research team divided the participants into groups based on their sleep efficiency. They found that the top quarter of the participants had a sleep efficiency of about 93% or higher, while the bottom quarter had a sleep efficiency of 88% or less. Next, the team split all participants into four groups depending on how much air pollution they were exposed to. They took stock of factors like age, smoking status, and conditions such as obstructive sleep apnea. Then, they discovered that people exposed to the highest levels of air pollution over five years were more likely to be in the lowest sleep efficiency group compared to those exposed to the lowest levels of pollution.
More specifically, high levels of nitrogen dioxide increased the chances of having low sleep efficiency by almost 60%, while high levels of PM2.5s increased the odds by almost 50%. Higher pollution levels were also linked to greater periods of time spent awake after going to sleep. However, it’s not clear if the pollution itself was affecting the participants’ sleep, or if other factors related to pollution, like traffic noise, might be causing the poorer sleep quality. In addition, data from one week's sleep might not reflect an individual's typical sleep pattern.
Scott Weichenthal, an epidemiologist from McGill University in Canada, who did not participate in the study, said the research did not prove that air pollution caused poor sleep. [I] However, he added "There is certainly increasing evidence that air pollution affects our body in ways that we didn't appreciate before." [II] Roy Harrison, professor of environmental health at the University of Birmingham, said a link between pollution and sleep was not unexpected. [III] "Previous research has shown links between nitrogen dioxide exposures and effects upon various physiological and biochemical functions in the body, as well as hospital admissions and death," he said. [IV]
The writer defines sleep efficiency in the first paragraph as _____.
The word "that" in paragraph 2 refers to _____.
What information in paragraph 2 does the writer give us about the foundation of the researchers’ study?
The phrase "took stock of" in paragraph 3 is OPPOSITE in meaning to _____.
Why did the researchers separate the participants into groups twice?
Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 4?
What does the writer imply about the study's conclusions?
According to Roy Harrison, what has previous research found regarding nitrogen dioxide?
The word "appreciate" in paragraph 5 is CLOSEST in meaning to _____.
Where in paragraph 5 does the following sentence best fit?
"It should therefore come as no surprise that such exposures also affect sleep patterns."