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Read the passage then choose the best answer to each question.

Mars is the fourth planet from the Sun – a dusty, cold, desert world with a very thin atmosphere. It's often called the "Red Planet" because it looks reddish, like rust. Mars is a rocky planet with a thin layer of air. It comes after Earth and is situated further away from the Sun than our planet. Therefore, Mars has colder temperatures compared to Earth.

Scientists are interested in Mars because it might have life. They have constantly sent advanced technology to transmit data from Earth to Mars and vice versa. Many rockets and spaceships have gone to Mars to study its rocks, weather, and if it's habitable or not. They finally found trace of frozen water on Mars' surface recently. Mars has big valleys, tall volcanoes, and a canyon system. It also has two small moons named Phobos and Deimos. While we've yet to instantly discover any living creatures there, the possibility of some forms of life existing on Mars is promising. The discovery of simple life forms would mark a significant point in our understanding of the galaxy.

What is NOT mentioned about Mars in the passage?

The word "they" in the second paragraph refers to _____.

Why do humans send rockets and spaceships to Mars?

The word "instantly" in the second paragraph is closest in meaning to _____.

What is TRUE according to the passage?

The search for _____ planets in our Milky Way is a challenge.

The _____ technology allows us to communicate with people around the world in just a matter of seconds.

Despite the challenges, there's still a _____ of finding a solution to the problem.

The movie streaming service allows you to watch films _____ without waiting.

Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

The weather forecast looks promising for the weekend picnic.

Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

The radio station will transmit the live coverage of the event.

Drag and drop to complete the sentences.

1. The detective found some 12.1 of footprints near the crime scene.

2. The space agency is planning to send a manned 12.2 to the moon.

3. The distance between Earth and 12.3 varies due to their elliptical orbits around the Sun.

4. The forest was alive with the sounds of various 12.4, from birds to insects.

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

The company invested in new to improve its production process. (TECHNOLOGICAL)

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

The telescope enabled astronomers to distant galaxies. (DISCOVERY)

Read the following passage and choose the best answer for each blank.

Video conferencing has become an essential 15.1objectdevicetoolitem for communication. It allows people to connect face-to-face regardless of their physical locations. Through video conference platforms like Zoom, Microsoft Teams, or Skype, individuals can 15.2attenddelaydestroycancel meetings, classes, and events without leaving their homes. From business meetings to virtual family gatherings, it has helped bridge the gap between distances.

Video conferencing offers many benefits. It saves time and money by eliminating the need for 15.3progresstravelhabitsleep. Additionally, it enables people to collaborate on projects, share ideas, and make important decisions in real-time. Participants can 15.4requiremarkseecontrol each other's facial expressions and body language. Despite its advantages, there can be challenges in video conferencing. 15.5DigitalConstantPoorStrong internet connections may lead to disruptions, and some individuals might feel uncomfortable in front of a camera. However, as technology continues to improve, these issues will gradually being addressed.