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The Segway Human Transporter was invented by Dean Kamen.It is a two-wheeled vehicle designed for a single rider standing upright over its single axle and navigate using a set of handlebars resembling those on a bicycle.Electrically powered, it could travel over 15 miles on a single charge and reach speeds up to twelve miles per hour.Its speed and direction can be controlled by riders' changing their weights. A college dropout and self-taught engineer, Kamen already held over 100 patents for his inventions when he developed the one he hoped would revolutionize short-distance travel.While still in college, Kamen started developing the medical devices that made his name.Later, he changed focus to the challenges faced by wheelchair users.His robotic wheelchair known as IBOT could climb stairs.This robot ended up paving the way for the Segway. Before showing his most recent invention, Kamen had kept it a top secret for months.When it turned out to be little more than a motor scooter, many publicly expressed their disappointment.On closer examination, however, even his critics had to admit that the vehicle was an engineering achievement.It answered the prayers of anyone who is worn out when walking downtown.Not everyone welcomed the Segway's arrival, though.Some complained it was too expensive, while others said it would further weaken the average American ' s fitness.A Japanese inventor even accused Kamen of stealing the idea for the Segway from him. Despite the controversy, the U.S.postal service began using Kamen's invention a month after its appearance, and a factory was built with plans to produce about 40,000 Segways every month.The argument is still on whether the Segway will be remembered as the greatest invention since the light bulb, or just another forgettable electronic device.Anyway, trips to the local supermarket will never be the same again. Which statement best describes the critics' reaction to the Segway?
|
[
"Nothing but an electrical device.",
"A disappointing engineering mistake.",
"An expensive and disappointing invention.",
"Disappointing, but still a successful device."
] | 3
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miscellaneous
|
(3) Disappointing, but still a successful device.
|
(1) Nothing but an electrical device.
(2) A disappointing engineering mistake.
(3) Disappointing, but still a successful device.
(4) An expensive and disappointing invention.
(5) the way of evaluating management work
|
(3)
|
[
"(1)",
"(2)",
"(4)",
"(5)"
] |
[
"(1) Nothing but an electrical device.",
"(2) A disappointing engineering mistake.",
"(4) An expensive and disappointing invention.",
"(5) the way of evaluating management work"
] |
(2) A disappointing engineering mistake.
|
Choose the correct answer from the options below.
|
The Segway Human Transporter was invented by Dean Kamen.It is a two-wheeled vehicle designed for a single rider standing upright over its single axle and navigate using a set of handlebars resembling those on a bicycle.Electrically powered, it could travel over 15 miles on a single charge and reach speeds up to twelve miles per hour.Its speed and direction can be controlled by riders' changing their weights. A college dropout and self-taught engineer, Kamen already held over 100 patents for his inventions when he developed the one he hoped would revolutionize short-distance travel.While still in college, Kamen started developing the medical devices that made his name.Later, he changed focus to the challenges faced by wheelchair users.His robotic wheelchair known as IBOT could climb stairs.This robot ended up paving the way for the Segway. Before showing his most recent invention, Kamen had kept it a top secret for months.When it turned out to be little more than a motor scooter, many publicly expressed their disappointment.On closer examination, however, even his critics had to admit that the vehicle was an engineering achievement.It answered the prayers of anyone who is worn out when walking downtown.Not everyone welcomed the Segway's arrival, though.Some complained it was too expensive, while others said it would further weaken the average American ' s fitness.A Japanese inventor even accused Kamen of stealing the idea for the Segway from him. Despite the controversy, the U.S.postal service began using Kamen's invention a month after its appearance, and a factory was built with plans to produce about 40,000 Segways every month.The argument is still on whether the Segway will be remembered as the greatest invention since the light bulb, or just another forgettable electronic device.Anyway, trips to the local supermarket will never be the same again. Which statement best describes the critics' reaction to the Segway?
(1) Nothing but an electrical device.
(2) A disappointing engineering mistake.
(3) Disappointing, but still a successful device.
(4) An expensive and disappointing invention.
(5) the way of evaluating management work
|
|
Are you a forgetful person? You might be able to blame your genes, a new study in the journal Neuroscience Letters suggests. Researchers from the University of Bonn have identified a variant on the DRD2 gene that seems to be associated with increased forgetfulness. Everyone has one of two variants of the DRD2 gene, the difference is just one letter in the genetic code: Some people have the cytosine (C) variant, while others have the thymine (T) variant. The researchers wanted to see how having one variant over another was associated with forgetfulness. To test this, they analyzed the DRD2 gene of 500 study participants, and also had the participants answer surveys about their forgetfulness (such as how often they misplaced their keys, or forgot names). Most of the study participants--three quarters of them--had the thymine gene variant, while the other quarter had the cytosine gene variant. Researchers found an association between more forgetfulness problems and having the thymine gene variant of DRD2. Meanwhile, the cytosine gene variant seemed to have a protective effect against forgetfulness. However, "there are things you can do to compensate for forgetfulness; writing yourself notes or making more of an effort to put your keys down in a specific location--and not just anywhere," study researcher Dr. Sebastian Markett, of the University of Bonn, said in a statement. Research has also suggested that some age groups are more forgetful than others. A recent national poll showed that millenials, who were born between the early 1980s and the early 2000s, are actually more likely than seniors to be absent-minded with things like what day of the week it is, where they put their keys and remembering to bring their lunch. Meanwhile, another study recently published in the journal BMC Psychology showed that men are more likely than women to experience minor memory problems. Which section of a newspaper is the test most probably taken from?
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[
"Health.",
"Nature.",
"People.",
"Science"
] | 3
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college_medicine
|
[a] Science
|
[a] Science
[b] People.
[c] Health.
[d] Nature.
[e] Isaac"s father
|
[a]
|
[
"[b]",
"[c]",
"[d]",
"[e]"
] |
[
"[b] People.",
"[c] Health.",
"[d] Nature.",
"[e] Isaac\"s father"
] |
[c] Health.
|
Choose the correct answer from the options below.
|
Are you a forgetful person? You might be able to blame your genes, a new study in the journal Neuroscience Letters suggests. Researchers from the University of Bonn have identified a variant on the DRD2 gene that seems to be associated with increased forgetfulness. Everyone has one of two variants of the DRD2 gene, the difference is just one letter in the genetic code: Some people have the cytosine (C) variant, while others have the thymine (T) variant. The researchers wanted to see how having one variant over another was associated with forgetfulness. To test this, they analyzed the DRD2 gene of 500 study participants, and also had the participants answer surveys about their forgetfulness (such as how often they misplaced their keys, or forgot names). Most of the study participants--three quarters of them--had the thymine gene variant, while the other quarter had the cytosine gene variant. Researchers found an association between more forgetfulness problems and having the thymine gene variant of DRD2. Meanwhile, the cytosine gene variant seemed to have a protective effect against forgetfulness. However, "there are things you can do to compensate for forgetfulness; writing yourself notes or making more of an effort to put your keys down in a specific location--and not just anywhere," study researcher Dr. Sebastian Markett, of the University of Bonn, said in a statement. Research has also suggested that some age groups are more forgetful than others. A recent national poll showed that millenials, who were born between the early 1980s and the early 2000s, are actually more likely than seniors to be absent-minded with things like what day of the week it is, where they put their keys and remembering to bring their lunch. Meanwhile, another study recently published in the journal BMC Psychology showed that men are more likely than women to experience minor memory problems. Which section of a newspaper is the test most probably taken from?
[a] Science
[b] People.
[c] Health.
[d] Nature.
[e] Isaac"s father
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|
When light is bounced off a mirror, the light is
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[
"reflected.",
"refracted.",
"absorbed.",
"diffracted."
] | 0
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high_school_physics
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2. reflected.
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1. find potential hosts who want to supply travelers with couches
2. reflected.
3. absorbed.
4. diffracted.
5. refracted.
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2.
|
[
"1.",
"3.",
"4.",
"5."
] |
[
"1. find potential hosts who want to supply travelers with couches",
"3. absorbed.",
"4. diffracted.",
"5. refracted."
] |
1. find potential hosts who want to supply travelers with couches
|
Choose the correct answer from the options below.
|
When light is bounced off a mirror, the light is
1. find potential hosts who want to supply travelers with couches
2. reflected.
3. absorbed.
4. diffracted.
5. refracted.
|
|
A Good Night's Steep Sleep plays a vital role in good health and well-being throughout your life. While you're sleeping, your brain is forming new pathways to help you learn and remember information. Although we all know the importance of getting a good night's sleep, not all of us know the best way of getting it. A sleep expert, Phil Atherton, gave some top tips for getting the most out of the night, which will leave you ready for action in the morning. According to Phil Atherton, not eating a large meal before bedtime is important for getting a good night's sleep. The time difference between eating and sleeping should be at least three hours. So you'd better avoid eating any food three hours before bed, as it will lower your blood sugar during sleep and help minimize damage from too much sugar floating around. It's also important to find ways to prepare your body for sleep. You can follow a routine like trying not to expose yourself to too much artificial light within 1 hour before bed, as your brain uses light to help set internal "body clock". Although it might seem unnatural to schedule your sleep, the purpose is to send a signal to your body and mind that it's time to sleep. Another way to prepare your body for sleep is to get into a relaxed state by taking a bath or listening to soft music. Both of them will help to take the mind off the daytime pressures. Having a suitable bed, especially a suitable mattress , is necessary for a good night's sleep. Sleep is a personalized activity, and we all adopt different sleeping positions. Finding the mattress that suits you will reduce back pains that can result from a poor sleeping position. The bed should be four to six inches longer than its tallest user, allowing for space to move around. The recent research is pretty clear that a good night's sleep in a major component of good health. Since the start of the 21st century, studies have linked a lack of sleep to many diseases, such as diabetes and obesity. Taking action now will lead to long-term benefits for you and those around you. What does the author intend to tell us in the passage?
|
[
"When to start a sound sleep.",
"How to get a good night's sleep.",
"What to do with sleep problems",
"Why to form a good habit of sleeping."
] | 1
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nutrition
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(3) How to get a good night's sleep.
|
(1) When to start a sound sleep.
(2) Why to form a good habit of sleeping.
(3) How to get a good night's sleep.
(4) The local climate conditions.
(5) What to do with sleep problems
|
(3)
|
[
"(1)",
"(2)",
"(4)",
"(5)"
] |
[
"(1) When to start a sound sleep.",
"(2) Why to form a good habit of sleeping.",
"(4) The local climate conditions.",
"(5) What to do with sleep problems"
] |
(5) What to do with sleep problems
|
Choose the correct answer from the options below.
|
A Good Night's Steep Sleep plays a vital role in good health and well-being throughout your life. While you're sleeping, your brain is forming new pathways to help you learn and remember information. Although we all know the importance of getting a good night's sleep, not all of us know the best way of getting it. A sleep expert, Phil Atherton, gave some top tips for getting the most out of the night, which will leave you ready for action in the morning. According to Phil Atherton, not eating a large meal before bedtime is important for getting a good night's sleep. The time difference between eating and sleeping should be at least three hours. So you'd better avoid eating any food three hours before bed, as it will lower your blood sugar during sleep and help minimize damage from too much sugar floating around. It's also important to find ways to prepare your body for sleep. You can follow a routine like trying not to expose yourself to too much artificial light within 1 hour before bed, as your brain uses light to help set internal "body clock". Although it might seem unnatural to schedule your sleep, the purpose is to send a signal to your body and mind that it's time to sleep. Another way to prepare your body for sleep is to get into a relaxed state by taking a bath or listening to soft music. Both of them will help to take the mind off the daytime pressures. Having a suitable bed, especially a suitable mattress , is necessary for a good night's sleep. Sleep is a personalized activity, and we all adopt different sleeping positions. Finding the mattress that suits you will reduce back pains that can result from a poor sleeping position. The bed should be four to six inches longer than its tallest user, allowing for space to move around. The recent research is pretty clear that a good night's sleep in a major component of good health. Since the start of the 21st century, studies have linked a lack of sleep to many diseases, such as diabetes and obesity. Taking action now will lead to long-term benefits for you and those around you. What does the author intend to tell us in the passage?
(1) When to start a sound sleep.
(2) Why to form a good habit of sleeping.
(3) How to get a good night's sleep.
(4) The local climate conditions.
(5) What to do with sleep problems
|
|
It is often assumed that people with parents who lived to be very old are more likely to live to a grand old age themselves. "But that's just not true - our study shows that hereditary factors don't play a major role and that lifestyle has the biggest impact." says professor Lars Wilhelmsen, referring to the 1913 Men Study that formed the basis of the current research. Those who did not smoke, consumed mild amounts of coffee and had a good socio-economic status at the age of 50 (measured in terms of housing costs), as well as good physical working ability at the age of 54 and low cholesterol at 50 had the greatest chance of celebrating their 90th birthday. "We're breaking new ground here." says Wilhelmsen. "Many of these factors have previously been identified as playing a role in cardiovascular( )disease, but here we are showing for the first time that they are important for survival in general," He believes that it is significant that the research illustrates so clearly that it is the sum of our own habits that has the biggest impact. "The study clearly shows that we can influence several of the factors that decide how old we get," says Wilhelmsen. "This is positive not only for the individual, but also for society as it doesn't need any major drug costs," The study has been published in the Journal of Internal Medicine. The 1913 Men study started up in 1963. A third of all male 50-year-olds in Gothenburg were called for a check-up that focused on cardiovascular health. Every ten years since, a new group of 50-year-olds has been called in and those who were already taking part in the study have been given another check-up. This has enabled researchers to follow the development of illnesses in a specific age group, and to compare the health of 50-year-olds in 2003 with that of 50-year-olds in 1963, for example. Women have also been included in the study since 2003. Data have been studied over the years. including BMI , smoking habits, cholesterol, exercise habits and blood pressure, The men born in l913 were examined when they were 50, 54,60, 67, 75 and 80. Of the 855 men who took part in the study from the start, lll (13%) were still alive at the age of 90. Over the years the material has brought out many research articles. An interesting result came in 2008 when researchers were able to show that the drop in the number of smokers, combined with lower cholesterol levels and lower blood pressure, between 1963 and 2003 could offer an explanation for the marked downturn in the number of heart attacks during this 40-year period. The earlier men involved in the 1913 Men Study were examined in _ for the second time.
|
[
"1917",
"1967",
"1923",
"1973"
] | 1
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college_medicine
|
V. 1967
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I. 1973
II. 1917
III. to find out the depth of the lake
IV. 1923
V. 1967
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V.
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[
"I.",
"II.",
"III.",
"IV."
] |
[
"I. 1973",
"II. 1917",
"III. to find out the depth of the lake",
"IV. 1923"
] |
III. to find out the depth of the lake
|
Choose the correct answer from the options below.
|
It is often assumed that people with parents who lived to be very old are more likely to live to a grand old age themselves. "But that's just not true - our study shows that hereditary factors don't play a major role and that lifestyle has the biggest impact." says professor Lars Wilhelmsen, referring to the 1913 Men Study that formed the basis of the current research. Those who did not smoke, consumed mild amounts of coffee and had a good socio-economic status at the age of 50 (measured in terms of housing costs), as well as good physical working ability at the age of 54 and low cholesterol at 50 had the greatest chance of celebrating their 90th birthday. "We're breaking new ground here." says Wilhelmsen. "Many of these factors have previously been identified as playing a role in cardiovascular( )disease, but here we are showing for the first time that they are important for survival in general," He believes that it is significant that the research illustrates so clearly that it is the sum of our own habits that has the biggest impact. "The study clearly shows that we can influence several of the factors that decide how old we get," says Wilhelmsen. "This is positive not only for the individual, but also for society as it doesn't need any major drug costs," The study has been published in the Journal of Internal Medicine. The 1913 Men study started up in 1963. A third of all male 50-year-olds in Gothenburg were called for a check-up that focused on cardiovascular health. Every ten years since, a new group of 50-year-olds has been called in and those who were already taking part in the study have been given another check-up. This has enabled researchers to follow the development of illnesses in a specific age group, and to compare the health of 50-year-olds in 2003 with that of 50-year-olds in 1963, for example. Women have also been included in the study since 2003. Data have been studied over the years. including BMI , smoking habits, cholesterol, exercise habits and blood pressure, The men born in l913 were examined when they were 50, 54,60, 67, 75 and 80. Of the 855 men who took part in the study from the start, lll (13%) were still alive at the age of 90. Over the years the material has brought out many research articles. An interesting result came in 2008 when researchers were able to show that the drop in the number of smokers, combined with lower cholesterol levels and lower blood pressure, between 1963 and 2003 could offer an explanation for the marked downturn in the number of heart attacks during this 40-year period. The earlier men involved in the 1913 Men Study were examined in _ for the second time.
I. 1973
II. 1917
III. to find out the depth of the lake
IV. 1923
V. 1967
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This place was darker than I expected, and, in spite of the rain, dirtier. Used to the life of rural Puerto Rico , I had to adjust to the similarly arranged, aggressive two-dimensionality of New York. Everywhere I looked, my eyes met gray and brown straight-edged buildings with sharp corners and deep shadows. Every few blocks there was a cement playground surrounded by chain-link fence. A girl came out of the building next door, a jump rope in her hand, and she hopped over. "Are you Hispanic?" she asked. "No, I'm Puerto Rican." "Same thing. Puerto Rican, Hispanic. That's what we are here." She skipped a tight circle, stopped abruptly, and shoved the rope in my direction. "Want a turn?" "Sure." I hopped on one leg, then the other. "So, if you're Puerto Rican, they call you Hispanic?" "Yeah. Anybody who speaks Spanish." I jumped a circle, as she had done, but faster. "You mean, if you speak Spanish, you're Hispanic?" "Well, yeah. No . . . I mean your parents have to be Puerto Rican or Cuban or something." "Okay, your parents are Cuban, let's say, and you're born here, but you don't speak Spanish. Are you Hispanic?" "I guess so," she finally said. "It has to do with being from a Spanish country. I mean, you or your parents, like, even if you don't speak Spanish, you're Hispanic, you know?" She looked at me uncertainly. But I didn't know. I'd always been Puerto Rican, and it hadn't occurred to me that in New York I'd be someone else. Later, I asked. "Are we Hispanics, Mami?" "Yes, because we speak Spanish." "But a girl said you don't have to speak the language to be Hispanic." "What girl? Where did you meet a girl?" "Outside. She lives in the next building." "Who said you could go out to the sidewalk? This isn't Puerto Rico. Something could happen to you." I listened to Mami's lecture with depressed eyes and the necessary respect. But inside, I quaked. Two days in New York, and I'd already become someone else. It wasn't hard to imagine that greater dangers lay ahead. For the author, being considered Hispanic represents _ .
|
[
"a restriction to be overcome",
"an opportunity for self-redefinition",
"the loss of her former identity",
"an unavoidable result of movement to a new place"
] | 2
|
sociology
|
A. the loss of her former identity
|
A. the loss of her former identity
B. an unavoidable result of movement to a new place
C. a restriction to be overcome
D. Sound travels fastest in air.
E. an opportunity for self-redefinition
|
A.
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[
"B.",
"C.",
"D.",
"E."
] |
[
"B. an unavoidable result of movement to a new place",
"C. a restriction to be overcome",
"D. Sound travels fastest in air.",
"E. an opportunity for self-redefinition"
] |
B. an unavoidable result of movement to a new place
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
|
This place was darker than I expected, and, in spite of the rain, dirtier. Used to the life of rural Puerto Rico , I had to adjust to the similarly arranged, aggressive two-dimensionality of New York. Everywhere I looked, my eyes met gray and brown straight-edged buildings with sharp corners and deep shadows. Every few blocks there was a cement playground surrounded by chain-link fence. A girl came out of the building next door, a jump rope in her hand, and she hopped over. "Are you Hispanic?" she asked. "No, I'm Puerto Rican." "Same thing. Puerto Rican, Hispanic. That's what we are here." She skipped a tight circle, stopped abruptly, and shoved the rope in my direction. "Want a turn?" "Sure." I hopped on one leg, then the other. "So, if you're Puerto Rican, they call you Hispanic?" "Yeah. Anybody who speaks Spanish." I jumped a circle, as she had done, but faster. "You mean, if you speak Spanish, you're Hispanic?" "Well, yeah. No . . . I mean your parents have to be Puerto Rican or Cuban or something." "Okay, your parents are Cuban, let's say, and you're born here, but you don't speak Spanish. Are you Hispanic?" "I guess so," she finally said. "It has to do with being from a Spanish country. I mean, you or your parents, like, even if you don't speak Spanish, you're Hispanic, you know?" She looked at me uncertainly. But I didn't know. I'd always been Puerto Rican, and it hadn't occurred to me that in New York I'd be someone else. Later, I asked. "Are we Hispanics, Mami?" "Yes, because we speak Spanish." "But a girl said you don't have to speak the language to be Hispanic." "What girl? Where did you meet a girl?" "Outside. She lives in the next building." "Who said you could go out to the sidewalk? This isn't Puerto Rico. Something could happen to you." I listened to Mami's lecture with depressed eyes and the necessary respect. But inside, I quaked. Two days in New York, and I'd already become someone else. It wasn't hard to imagine that greater dangers lay ahead. For the author, being considered Hispanic represents _ .
A. the loss of her former identity
B. an unavoidable result of movement to a new place
C. a restriction to be overcome
D. Sound travels fastest in air.
E. an opportunity for self-redefinition
|
|
The future is coming! All over the world there are many new ideas for new places to live and work in. Some of them will be in the sea! They will be very big and lots of people will live and work in them. The Americans are planning to build a town called Atlantis City. It will be in the sea, about five miles away from the land. But the most exciting idea comes from Japan. It is Aeropolis. Aeropolis will be a _ sea city, with parks, schools, a hospital and an airport ... And it will move ! It will travel slowly around the world. There are just two problems. Aeropolis will cost a lot of money to make. And for people who get seasick, it won't be much fun. Which country will plan to build a town in the sea?
|
[
"America.",
"England.",
"China.",
"Japan."
] | 0
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high_school_geography
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iv. America.
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i. China.
ii. How did blogging get started.
iii. Japan.
iv. America.
v. England.
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iv.
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[
"i.",
"ii.",
"iii.",
"v."
] |
[
"i. China.",
"ii. How did blogging get started.",
"iii. Japan.",
"v. England."
] |
i. China.
|
Choose the correct answer from the options below.
|
The future is coming! All over the world there are many new ideas for new places to live and work in. Some of them will be in the sea! They will be very big and lots of people will live and work in them. The Americans are planning to build a town called Atlantis City. It will be in the sea, about five miles away from the land. But the most exciting idea comes from Japan. It is Aeropolis. Aeropolis will be a _ sea city, with parks, schools, a hospital and an airport ... And it will move ! It will travel slowly around the world. There are just two problems. Aeropolis will cost a lot of money to make. And for people who get seasick, it won't be much fun. Which country will plan to build a town in the sea?
i. China.
ii. How did blogging get started.
iii. Japan.
iv. America.
v. England.
|
|
Nails in the Fence There once was a little boy who had a bad temper . His father gave him a bag of nails and told him that every time he lost his temper, he must hammer a nail into the back of the fence. The first day he had driven 37 nails into the fence. Over the next few weeks, as he learned to control his anger, the number of nails hammered daily gradually _ . He discovered it was easier to hold his temper than to drive those nails into fence. Finally the day came when the boy didn't lose his temper at all. He told his father about it and the father suggested that now pull out one nail for each day that he was able to hold his temper. The days passed and the young boy was finally able to tell his father that all the nails were gone. The father took his son by the hand and led him to the fence. He said," You have done well, my son, but look at the holes in the fence. The fence will never be the same. When you say thing in anger, they have a scar just like these holes. You can put a knife in a man and draw it out. It won't matter how many times you say 'I am sorry ', the wound is still there. A verbal wound is as bad as physical one." The little boy then understood how powerful his words were. He looked at his father and said " I hope you can forgive me ,father, for the holes I put in you." "of course I can," said the father. The father let his son to hammer the nails into the back of the fence and draw out in order to _ .
|
[
"punish him for his losing his temper",
"reward him for his controlling his temper",
"educate him in this way",
"tell him how to control his temper"
] | 2
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human_sexuality
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(1) educate him in this way
|
(1) educate him in this way
(2) punish him for his losing his temper
(3) reward him for his controlling his temper
(4) She started to play the piano at the age of 5.
(5) tell him how to control his temper
|
(1)
|
[
"(2)",
"(3)",
"(4)",
"(5)"
] |
[
"(2) punish him for his losing his temper",
"(3) reward him for his controlling his temper",
"(4) She started to play the piano at the age of 5.",
"(5) tell him how to control his temper"
] |
(4) She started to play the piano at the age of 5.
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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Nails in the Fence There once was a little boy who had a bad temper . His father gave him a bag of nails and told him that every time he lost his temper, he must hammer a nail into the back of the fence. The first day he had driven 37 nails into the fence. Over the next few weeks, as he learned to control his anger, the number of nails hammered daily gradually _ . He discovered it was easier to hold his temper than to drive those nails into fence. Finally the day came when the boy didn't lose his temper at all. He told his father about it and the father suggested that now pull out one nail for each day that he was able to hold his temper. The days passed and the young boy was finally able to tell his father that all the nails were gone. The father took his son by the hand and led him to the fence. He said," You have done well, my son, but look at the holes in the fence. The fence will never be the same. When you say thing in anger, they have a scar just like these holes. You can put a knife in a man and draw it out. It won't matter how many times you say 'I am sorry ', the wound is still there. A verbal wound is as bad as physical one." The little boy then understood how powerful his words were. He looked at his father and said " I hope you can forgive me ,father, for the holes I put in you." "of course I can," said the father. The father let his son to hammer the nails into the back of the fence and draw out in order to _ .
(1) educate him in this way
(2) punish him for his losing his temper
(3) reward him for his controlling his temper
(4) She started to play the piano at the age of 5.
(5) tell him how to control his temper
|
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An example of a change in the Earth is
|
[
"the sands of Mars moving",
"the moon appearing larger in the night sky",
"a volcano erupting in Hawaii burning through a forest",
"a skyscraper being built"
] | 2
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high_school_geography
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III. a volcano erupting in Hawaii burning through a forest
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I. a skyscraper being built
II. the sands of Mars moving
III. a volcano erupting in Hawaii burning through a forest
IV. Because it is comfortable.
V. the moon appearing larger in the night sky
|
III.
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[
"I.",
"II.",
"IV.",
"V."
] |
[
"I. a skyscraper being built",
"II. the sands of Mars moving",
"IV. Because it is comfortable.",
"V. the moon appearing larger in the night sky"
] |
IV. Because it is comfortable.
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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An example of a change in the Earth is
I. a skyscraper being built
II. the sands of Mars moving
III. a volcano erupting in Hawaii burning through a forest
IV. Because it is comfortable.
V. the moon appearing larger in the night sky
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Judie is a good student. She usually gets up at half past six in the morning. She does morning exercises for half an hour. Then she reads English from 7:00 a. m. to 7:30 a. m. She has breakfast at home. She goes to school at 7:45 a. m. She has four classes in the morning. She usually has lunch at school, but on Sundays she has lunch at home with her family. She has three classes in the afternoon. She goes home at 5:00 p.m. She usually has dinner at about 6:00 p.m. Then she does her homework from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. She doesn't like watching TV in the evening. What time does Judie usually get up?
|
[
"At 6:00 a. m.",
"At 6:30 a. m.",
"At 7:00 a. m.",
"At 7:15 a. m."
] | 1
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miscellaneous
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E) At 6:30 a. m.
|
A) At 7:00 a. m.
B) He finds many of its users untrustworthy.
C) At 7:15 a. m.
D) At 6:00 a. m.
E) At 6:30 a. m.
|
E)
|
[
"A)",
"B)",
"C)",
"D)"
] |
[
"A) At 7:00 a. m.",
"B) He finds many of its users untrustworthy.",
"C) At 7:15 a. m.",
"D) At 6:00 a. m."
] |
A) At 7:00 a. m.
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
|
Judie is a good student. She usually gets up at half past six in the morning. She does morning exercises for half an hour. Then she reads English from 7:00 a. m. to 7:30 a. m. She has breakfast at home. She goes to school at 7:45 a. m. She has four classes in the morning. She usually has lunch at school, but on Sundays she has lunch at home with her family. She has three classes in the afternoon. She goes home at 5:00 p.m. She usually has dinner at about 6:00 p.m. Then she does her homework from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. She doesn't like watching TV in the evening. What time does Judie usually get up?
A) At 7:00 a. m.
B) He finds many of its users untrustworthy.
C) At 7:15 a. m.
D) At 6:00 a. m.
E) At 6:30 a. m.
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|
Tom:Good evening, Mum. Mum:Good evening, Tom. Tom:Do we eat chicken for dinner, Mum? Mum:No, we eat fish and carrots, dear. Tom:Mum, I don't like carrots. I like chicken. Mum:But we need more vegetables, not only meat . It's not healthy to eat chicken every day. Tom:OK. But dad likes chicken, too. Mum:Well, let's eat chicken and tomatoes tomorrow . Tom:That sounds great! What do they eat for dinner?
|
[
"Chicken.",
"Carrots.",
"Carrots and fish.",
"Fish."
] | 2
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nutrition
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(1) Carrots and fish.
|
(1) Carrots and fish.
(2) Chicken.
(3) Fish.
(4) tall bush
(5) Carrots.
|
(1)
|
[
"(2)",
"(3)",
"(4)",
"(5)"
] |
[
"(2) Chicken.",
"(3) Fish.",
"(4) tall bush",
"(5) Carrots."
] |
(4) tall bush
|
Choose the correct answer from the options below.
|
Tom:Good evening, Mum. Mum:Good evening, Tom. Tom:Do we eat chicken for dinner, Mum? Mum:No, we eat fish and carrots, dear. Tom:Mum, I don't like carrots. I like chicken. Mum:But we need more vegetables, not only meat . It's not healthy to eat chicken every day. Tom:OK. But dad likes chicken, too. Mum:Well, let's eat chicken and tomatoes tomorrow . Tom:That sounds great! What do they eat for dinner?
(1) Carrots and fish.
(2) Chicken.
(3) Fish.
(4) tall bush
(5) Carrots.
|
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Can we seek simple, effective ways to help kids grow up against the national obesity trend? Here's advice from a new study: --Make sure kids eat healthfully, starting with a good breakfast every day. --Limit kids' sedentary free time. --Promote positive self-esteem in children. --Be a good role model for a healthy life. Those tips come from Ashley Crossman, a graduate student at Arizona State University's sociology department. She looked at data from national surveys of about 6,400 teens and young adults. Crossman presented her findings in Philadelphia at the American Sociological Association's annual meeting. What is Obesity? Healthy Habits Participants who grew up to have a healthy weight had some common traits. As teens, they ate breakfast, had good self-esteem, and were too busy to spend tons of time watching TV or playing computer games. Their parents also had some things in common: healthy weight, more education, and control over their kids' diets. Parents' income and kids' race didn't make a difference, notes Crossman. Food for Thought Many factors affect weight, but "our research suggests that prevention must begin at home," writes Crossman. Healthy eating and active lifestyles are part of the solution she recommends. Physical activity is promoted as part of a healthy life (get a doctor's OK first). In this study, "active" didn't always mean tons of exercise. Teen's part-time jobs, volunteer activities, and hobbies also helped by reducing time with TV or computer games, notes Crossman. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children at risk should be identified by virtue of family history of obesity, and other factors such as environment. Parents and caregivers should be encouraged to promote healthy eating patterns by offering nutritious snack such as fruit and vegetables, low-fat diary products, and whole grains; setting appropriate limits and modeling healthy food choices. They also recommend limiting television and viewing time to a maximum of two hours a day. By mentioning the four pieces of advice from a new study, the author wants to show_.
|
[
"he has benefited from it",
"he shares the same opinion with Ashley Crossman",
"the importance to obey the rules",
"the origin of the advice"
] | 2
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nutrition
|
[b] the importance to obey the rules
|
[a] he shares the same opinion with Ashley Crossman
[b] the importance to obey the rules
[c] the origin of the advice
[d] he has benefited from it
[e] To help reform the spaceflight industry.
|
[b]
|
[
"[a]",
"[c]",
"[d]",
"[e]"
] |
[
"[a] he shares the same opinion with Ashley Crossman",
"[c] the origin of the advice",
"[d] he has benefited from it",
"[e] To help reform the spaceflight industry."
] |
[d] he has benefited from it
|
Choose the correct answer from the options below.
|
Can we seek simple, effective ways to help kids grow up against the national obesity trend? Here's advice from a new study: --Make sure kids eat healthfully, starting with a good breakfast every day. --Limit kids' sedentary free time. --Promote positive self-esteem in children. --Be a good role model for a healthy life. Those tips come from Ashley Crossman, a graduate student at Arizona State University's sociology department. She looked at data from national surveys of about 6,400 teens and young adults. Crossman presented her findings in Philadelphia at the American Sociological Association's annual meeting. What is Obesity? Healthy Habits Participants who grew up to have a healthy weight had some common traits. As teens, they ate breakfast, had good self-esteem, and were too busy to spend tons of time watching TV or playing computer games. Their parents also had some things in common: healthy weight, more education, and control over their kids' diets. Parents' income and kids' race didn't make a difference, notes Crossman. Food for Thought Many factors affect weight, but "our research suggests that prevention must begin at home," writes Crossman. Healthy eating and active lifestyles are part of the solution she recommends. Physical activity is promoted as part of a healthy life (get a doctor's OK first). In this study, "active" didn't always mean tons of exercise. Teen's part-time jobs, volunteer activities, and hobbies also helped by reducing time with TV or computer games, notes Crossman. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children at risk should be identified by virtue of family history of obesity, and other factors such as environment. Parents and caregivers should be encouraged to promote healthy eating patterns by offering nutritious snack such as fruit and vegetables, low-fat diary products, and whole grains; setting appropriate limits and modeling healthy food choices. They also recommend limiting television and viewing time to a maximum of two hours a day. By mentioning the four pieces of advice from a new study, the author wants to show_.
[a] he shares the same opinion with Ashley Crossman
[b] the importance to obey the rules
[c] the origin of the advice
[d] he has benefited from it
[e] To help reform the spaceflight industry.
|
|
The purpose of students who come to school is to study.But studying needs right ways,or we would waste the time or the money.The followings are ways for studying. The best time for reading is morning.Because in the morning,the air is fresh and our minds are clear.For that reason,we can get good results. When we study we must be patient.If we don't understand a text well,we must read it again.We should not read the next until we have learned the first one well. When we are studying,we must put our hearts into the book.We cannot read absent-mindedly ,or we could get nothing from the book while we are reading. We must always ask"why".If we can't understand well,write it down and ask our teachers or parents,brothers or friends,in some possible ways.We must know it completely and then our knowledge can be used well. Though there are many ways for studying,however,the above mentioned will be helpful if we can keep them in heart. The best title of this passage is _ .
|
[
"Right Ways of Studying",
"Don't Waste Time",
"Be Patient",
"Learn to Ask\"Why\""
] | 0
|
miscellaneous
|
[4] Right Ways of Studying
|
[1] Be Patient
[2] biofuel is without flaws
[3] Don't Waste Time
[4] Right Ways of Studying
[5] Learn to Ask"Why"
|
[4]
|
[
"[1]",
"[2]",
"[3]",
"[5]"
] |
[
"[1] Be Patient",
"[2] biofuel is without flaws",
"[3] Don't Waste Time",
"[5] Learn to Ask\"Why\""
] |
[2] biofuel is without flaws
|
Choose the correct answer from the options below.
|
The purpose of students who come to school is to study.But studying needs right ways,or we would waste the time or the money.The followings are ways for studying. The best time for reading is morning.Because in the morning,the air is fresh and our minds are clear.For that reason,we can get good results. When we study we must be patient.If we don't understand a text well,we must read it again.We should not read the next until we have learned the first one well. When we are studying,we must put our hearts into the book.We cannot read absent-mindedly ,or we could get nothing from the book while we are reading. We must always ask"why".If we can't understand well,write it down and ask our teachers or parents,brothers or friends,in some possible ways.We must know it completely and then our knowledge can be used well. Though there are many ways for studying,however,the above mentioned will be helpful if we can keep them in heart. The best title of this passage is _ .
[1] Be Patient
[2] biofuel is without flaws
[3] Don't Waste Time
[4] Right Ways of Studying
[5] Learn to Ask"Why"
|
|
Alibaba started taking the lead in China, simply enough, by connecting big Chinese manufacturers with big buyers across the world. Its business-to-business site, Alibaba.com allowed business to buy almost everything. Alibaba's advantage wasn't hard to identify: size. Alibaba is just big, even by Chinese standards. Its marketplaces attract 231 million active buyers, 8 million sellers, 11.3 billion orders a year--and _ It encourages people to use its markets--not charging small sellers a percentage of the sale. If you want a quick look into the influence of Alibaba on daily Chinese life, take my experience. I moved to Beijing almost a year ago and quickly got tired of visiting small stores across the crowded, polluted city of 20 million people in search of new electronics, bathroom furnishings, and anything else my wife wanted. "You're looking for what exactly? Why not try _ ? " my Chinese teacher asked me one day. With that, my wonderful new relationship with Alibaba began. Alibaba's original business-to-business model now is secondary to consumer buying. Chinese retail buying makes up 80% of Alibaba's profit, and leading that group is Taobao, with 800 million items for sale and the most unbelievable selection of things you'll ever find. TMall.com is Alibaba's other big site, where you can find brand name goods from Nike and Unilever near the lowest prices. What I have a hard time explaining to friends and family back in the U.S. is how China has gone beyond traditional shopping--big-box retailers especially --in favor of online purchases on Taobao and a few other sites. In smaller towns than Beijing, where big retailers have not yet traveled, shopping online is shopping, and shopping is Taobao. I have a list of some of my recent purchases on Taobao for a sense of how extensive the marketplace is. Almost everything arrived a day or two after ordering with free shipping. I'm not even a big buyer, because I need friends to help me search the Chinese-language site. When I was searching my purchase history on my Chinese teacher's iPad, which helps me buy goods, I looked through with great difficulty about 10 of her purchases for every one of mine. Alibaba's advantage mainly lies in _ .
|
[
"its big size",
"its business-to-business service",
"its not charging small sellers",
"its low price"
] | 0
|
management
|
[2] its big size
|
[1] its business-to-business service
[2] its big size
[3] its low price
[4] its not charging small sellers
[5] collect money for homeless people
|
[2]
|
[
"[1]",
"[3]",
"[4]",
"[5]"
] |
[
"[1] its business-to-business service",
"[3] its low price",
"[4] its not charging small sellers",
"[5] collect money for homeless people"
] |
[1] its business-to-business service
|
Choose the correct answer from the options below.
|
Alibaba started taking the lead in China, simply enough, by connecting big Chinese manufacturers with big buyers across the world. Its business-to-business site, Alibaba.com allowed business to buy almost everything. Alibaba's advantage wasn't hard to identify: size. Alibaba is just big, even by Chinese standards. Its marketplaces attract 231 million active buyers, 8 million sellers, 11.3 billion orders a year--and _ It encourages people to use its markets--not charging small sellers a percentage of the sale. If you want a quick look into the influence of Alibaba on daily Chinese life, take my experience. I moved to Beijing almost a year ago and quickly got tired of visiting small stores across the crowded, polluted city of 20 million people in search of new electronics, bathroom furnishings, and anything else my wife wanted. "You're looking for what exactly? Why not try _ ? " my Chinese teacher asked me one day. With that, my wonderful new relationship with Alibaba began. Alibaba's original business-to-business model now is secondary to consumer buying. Chinese retail buying makes up 80% of Alibaba's profit, and leading that group is Taobao, with 800 million items for sale and the most unbelievable selection of things you'll ever find. TMall.com is Alibaba's other big site, where you can find brand name goods from Nike and Unilever near the lowest prices. What I have a hard time explaining to friends and family back in the U.S. is how China has gone beyond traditional shopping--big-box retailers especially --in favor of online purchases on Taobao and a few other sites. In smaller towns than Beijing, where big retailers have not yet traveled, shopping online is shopping, and shopping is Taobao. I have a list of some of my recent purchases on Taobao for a sense of how extensive the marketplace is. Almost everything arrived a day or two after ordering with free shipping. I'm not even a big buyer, because I need friends to help me search the Chinese-language site. When I was searching my purchase history on my Chinese teacher's iPad, which helps me buy goods, I looked through with great difficulty about 10 of her purchases for every one of mine. Alibaba's advantage mainly lies in _ .
[1] its business-to-business service
[2] its big size
[3] its low price
[4] its not charging small sellers
[5] collect money for homeless people
|
|
Bay Village Branch, 502 Cahoon Road, 440-871-6392. The Egyptian Pyramids, 7 p. m. Sept. 17. Join us as Don King, a long-time student of Egyptology, discusses the pyramids and presents the possible theories of the construction, design and mysteries surrounding these ancient wonders. Join us as local Bay Village resident, Tom Bell, discusses his book "My Dad Is a Freak: a Memoir", 7 p.m.Sept. 27. Fairview Park Branch, 21255 Lorain Road, 440-333-4700 or cuyahogalibrary. org. Dress for Success, 7 p. m. Sept. 17. First impressions count. Some job recruiters use appearance to determine self-esteem, respect, confidence and organizational skills. Learn how to dress to emphasize your strengths and improve your employ ability. Registration required. Music Study Groups, 1:15--2:45 p. m. Wednesdays, Sept. 19--Nov. 28. Explore current concert music performed by The Cleveland Orchestra at Severance Hall through informal lectures and listening. Classes are designed for both new and experienced music lovers and are led by Dr. Rose Breckenridge. Practical Herbs, 7 p. m. Oct. 3. Famous doctor Sarah Hurt will talk about growing, drying and storing herbs and how to use them. Registration required. North Olmsted Branch, 27403 Lorain Road. 440-777-6211 or cuyahogalibrary. org. Job Club, 1:30--3 p. m. Tuesdays. Join Jim Hansen for helpful tips on resumes, job search strategies and interviewing. Anyone who is job hunting or looking to change careers is welcome. War of 1812, 7--8:45 p. m. Sept. 17. This year marks the 200thanniversary. Professor Catherine Rokicky From Cuyahoga Community College will give a presentation about the war, and immediately following we'll discuss the book "Mr. and Mrs. Madison's War: America's First Couple and the Second War of Independence" by Hugh Howard. Registration required. Olmsted Falls Library, 7850 Main St. , Olmsted Falls. 440-235-1150 or cuyahogalibrary. org. Family Story-time, 7--7:30 p. m. Wednesdays, through Nov. 27. Join us for rhymes, songs, finger-plays and a story or two. For children ages birth through age 8 with their caregivers. Huntington Practice SAT Test, 10 a. m. to 1 p. m. Sept. 15. Follow up, 4--5 p. m. Sept. 26. Get ready for college by taking a practice SAT exam. Discuss strategies to improve your score, and get tips on preparing for the real exam. Registration required. Imaginative Illustrations, 11 a. m. to noon Sept. 29. A hands-on drawing program where children exercise their imagination while experiencing some basic techniques of cartooning. Grades K-5. Registration required. There are many activities for you to choose on Sept. 17 EXCEPT _ .
|
[
"listening to a speech which is about the war",
"attending a discussion about ancient Egyptian pyramids",
"attending a program about how to reduce exam anxiety",
"learning about how to leave a good first impression on others"
] | 2
|
miscellaneous
|
[D] attending a program about how to reduce exam anxiety
|
[A] learning about how to leave a good first impression on others
[B] everyone needs a Grandma nearby
[C] listening to a speech which is about the war
[D] attending a program about how to reduce exam anxiety
[E] attending a discussion about ancient Egyptian pyramids
|
[D]
|
[
"[A]",
"[B]",
"[C]",
"[E]"
] |
[
"[A] learning about how to leave a good first impression on others",
"[B] everyone needs a Grandma nearby",
"[C] listening to a speech which is about the war",
"[E] attending a discussion about ancient Egyptian pyramids"
] |
[C] listening to a speech which is about the war
|
Choose the correct answer from the options below.
|
Bay Village Branch, 502 Cahoon Road, 440-871-6392. The Egyptian Pyramids, 7 p. m. Sept. 17. Join us as Don King, a long-time student of Egyptology, discusses the pyramids and presents the possible theories of the construction, design and mysteries surrounding these ancient wonders. Join us as local Bay Village resident, Tom Bell, discusses his book "My Dad Is a Freak: a Memoir", 7 p.m.Sept. 27. Fairview Park Branch, 21255 Lorain Road, 440-333-4700 or cuyahogalibrary. org. Dress for Success, 7 p. m. Sept. 17. First impressions count. Some job recruiters use appearance to determine self-esteem, respect, confidence and organizational skills. Learn how to dress to emphasize your strengths and improve your employ ability. Registration required. Music Study Groups, 1:15--2:45 p. m. Wednesdays, Sept. 19--Nov. 28. Explore current concert music performed by The Cleveland Orchestra at Severance Hall through informal lectures and listening. Classes are designed for both new and experienced music lovers and are led by Dr. Rose Breckenridge. Practical Herbs, 7 p. m. Oct. 3. Famous doctor Sarah Hurt will talk about growing, drying and storing herbs and how to use them. Registration required. North Olmsted Branch, 27403 Lorain Road. 440-777-6211 or cuyahogalibrary. org. Job Club, 1:30--3 p. m. Tuesdays. Join Jim Hansen for helpful tips on resumes, job search strategies and interviewing. Anyone who is job hunting or looking to change careers is welcome. War of 1812, 7--8:45 p. m. Sept. 17. This year marks the 200thanniversary. Professor Catherine Rokicky From Cuyahoga Community College will give a presentation about the war, and immediately following we'll discuss the book "Mr. and Mrs. Madison's War: America's First Couple and the Second War of Independence" by Hugh Howard. Registration required. Olmsted Falls Library, 7850 Main St. , Olmsted Falls. 440-235-1150 or cuyahogalibrary. org. Family Story-time, 7--7:30 p. m. Wednesdays, through Nov. 27. Join us for rhymes, songs, finger-plays and a story or two. For children ages birth through age 8 with their caregivers. Huntington Practice SAT Test, 10 a. m. to 1 p. m. Sept. 15. Follow up, 4--5 p. m. Sept. 26. Get ready for college by taking a practice SAT exam. Discuss strategies to improve your score, and get tips on preparing for the real exam. Registration required. Imaginative Illustrations, 11 a. m. to noon Sept. 29. A hands-on drawing program where children exercise their imagination while experiencing some basic techniques of cartooning. Grades K-5. Registration required. There are many activities for you to choose on Sept. 17 EXCEPT _ .
[A] learning about how to leave a good first impression on others
[B] everyone needs a Grandma nearby
[C] listening to a speech which is about the war
[D] attending a program about how to reduce exam anxiety
[E] attending a discussion about ancient Egyptian pyramids
|
|
Preschool-aged children who can focus on a particular task for an extended period of time have a 50 percent greater chance of graduating from college, according to a new study from Oregon State University. Observing 430 preschoolers, researchers asked parents to rate their children based on social and behavioral skills, such as "plays with a single toy for long periods of time" or "child gives up easily when difficulties are encountered." Additionally, in order to find out the changes happening on them, the children's reading and math skills were assessed at age 7 and again at age 21. What researchers discovered was that the ability to pay attention and follow directions may be more critical than academic abilities to overall academic success. "There is a big push now to teach children early academic skills at the preschool level," said Megan McClelland, an early child development researcher at Oregon State and lead author of the study, in a news release. "Our study shows that the biggest predictor of college completion wasn't math or reading skills, but whether or not they were able to pay attention and finish tasks at age 4." Parents whose children rated higher on attention span and persistence at the age of 4 had a nearly 50 percent greater chance of completing their college degree by age 25, according to the study. Fortunately, as McClelland noted in the news release, these social and behavioral skills can be taught, and the earlier adults step in to guide the student, the greater chances a child has to succeed academically. "Academic ability carries you a long way, but these other skills are also important," McClelland said. "Increasingly, we see that the ability to listen, pay attention, and complete important tasks is _ for success later in life." From the passage we know _ .
|
[
"preschool children can focus on things for a long time.",
"preschool children's performance can reflect their future.",
"the more preschoolers play toys, the more likely they are to succeed.",
"hard working preschoolers are more likely to be admitted into college."
] | 1
|
college_medicine
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2) preschool children's performance can reflect their future.
|
1) preschool children can focus on things for a long time.
2) preschool children's performance can reflect their future.
3) the more preschoolers play toys, the more likely they are to succeed.
4) hard working preschoolers are more likely to be admitted into college.
5) Black people don't have enough rent money.
|
2)
|
[
"1)",
"3)",
"4)",
"5)"
] |
[
"1) preschool children can focus on things for a long time.",
"3) the more preschoolers play toys, the more likely they are to succeed.",
"4) hard working preschoolers are more likely to be admitted into college.",
"5) Black people don't have enough rent money."
] |
5) Black people don't have enough rent money.
|
Choose the correct answer from the options below.
|
Preschool-aged children who can focus on a particular task for an extended period of time have a 50 percent greater chance of graduating from college, according to a new study from Oregon State University. Observing 430 preschoolers, researchers asked parents to rate their children based on social and behavioral skills, such as "plays with a single toy for long periods of time" or "child gives up easily when difficulties are encountered." Additionally, in order to find out the changes happening on them, the children's reading and math skills were assessed at age 7 and again at age 21. What researchers discovered was that the ability to pay attention and follow directions may be more critical than academic abilities to overall academic success. "There is a big push now to teach children early academic skills at the preschool level," said Megan McClelland, an early child development researcher at Oregon State and lead author of the study, in a news release. "Our study shows that the biggest predictor of college completion wasn't math or reading skills, but whether or not they were able to pay attention and finish tasks at age 4." Parents whose children rated higher on attention span and persistence at the age of 4 had a nearly 50 percent greater chance of completing their college degree by age 25, according to the study. Fortunately, as McClelland noted in the news release, these social and behavioral skills can be taught, and the earlier adults step in to guide the student, the greater chances a child has to succeed academically. "Academic ability carries you a long way, but these other skills are also important," McClelland said. "Increasingly, we see that the ability to listen, pay attention, and complete important tasks is _ for success later in life." From the passage we know _ .
1) preschool children can focus on things for a long time.
2) preschool children's performance can reflect their future.
3) the more preschoolers play toys, the more likely they are to succeed.
4) hard working preschoolers are more likely to be admitted into college.
5) Black people don't have enough rent money.
|
|
Children love to play and laugh throughout their days at school or at home. Finding the time to laugh with your children may be the best thing you can do for the relationship. Encourage your children to develop a good humor by laughing at the jokes they make up on the spot. This will help them grow confident and build their self-esteem. If you do not get the joke, you can ask why they think the joke is funny. Honest feedback will help your children develop funnier jokes. You can take them to your local library and have them pick up a few joke books. Then you can head back home or out to the park and read it together for a good laugh. You can take turns reading jokes to each other from the book or make up a few yourselves. But if they make a joke at the expense of another person, you may want to discuss the difference between making fun of yourself and making fun of others. In turn try not to make jokes at your children's expense, you need to set an example that they can follow. Learning to laugh at oneself is a great quality to attain. You can set an example by laughing at your own mistakes. This is a great way to help reduce your own stress as well as your children's. Laughing may make the situation seem lighter and easier to work through. By doing this your children will be better prepared to handle any difficulties. Most importantly laughing will bring you closer together as a family. You can have your family find different ways to laugh. You can play games. You can start a staring contest, arm wrestling contest, thumb wars contest and have a prize for the winners. You can all watch your best funny movies and act out the best parts together after enjoying them. You could hold a contest to see who can make the other members of the family laugh more by doing something funny. Kids will be able to enjoy the good time they had with their parents. The family that laughs together stays together! If you often play and laugh with your children, you can _ .
|
[
"develop a good humor",
"become proud and confident",
"make up some funny jokes",
"get along well with each other"
] | 3
|
human_sexuality
|
[d] get along well with each other
|
[a] make up some funny jokes
[b] see a film
[c] become proud and confident
[d] get along well with each other
[e] develop a good humor
|
[d]
|
[
"[a]",
"[b]",
"[c]",
"[e]"
] |
[
"[a] make up some funny jokes",
"[b] see a film",
"[c] become proud and confident",
"[e] develop a good humor"
] |
[b] see a film
|
Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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Children love to play and laugh throughout their days at school or at home. Finding the time to laugh with your children may be the best thing you can do for the relationship. Encourage your children to develop a good humor by laughing at the jokes they make up on the spot. This will help them grow confident and build their self-esteem. If you do not get the joke, you can ask why they think the joke is funny. Honest feedback will help your children develop funnier jokes. You can take them to your local library and have them pick up a few joke books. Then you can head back home or out to the park and read it together for a good laugh. You can take turns reading jokes to each other from the book or make up a few yourselves. But if they make a joke at the expense of another person, you may want to discuss the difference between making fun of yourself and making fun of others. In turn try not to make jokes at your children's expense, you need to set an example that they can follow. Learning to laugh at oneself is a great quality to attain. You can set an example by laughing at your own mistakes. This is a great way to help reduce your own stress as well as your children's. Laughing may make the situation seem lighter and easier to work through. By doing this your children will be better prepared to handle any difficulties. Most importantly laughing will bring you closer together as a family. You can have your family find different ways to laugh. You can play games. You can start a staring contest, arm wrestling contest, thumb wars contest and have a prize for the winners. You can all watch your best funny movies and act out the best parts together after enjoying them. You could hold a contest to see who can make the other members of the family laugh more by doing something funny. Kids will be able to enjoy the good time they had with their parents. The family that laughs together stays together! If you often play and laugh with your children, you can _ .
[a] make up some funny jokes
[b] see a film
[c] become proud and confident
[d] get along well with each other
[e] develop a good humor
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February 28th, 2009 2:54 am GMT I have to say that am shocked at just how bad the new music is. This cannot be the same band that produced great albums such as HTDAAB and ATYCLB! This is awful! They either do not care anymore, or have completely lost it. I never thought U2 would become irrelevant, but they have officially become one of those bands that you will now say, "Remember when they were great?" ----- Posted by Ronald Harris February 28th, 2009 8:29 pm GMT Total drivel, Mr Harris. The new album is great, far better than the safe, cynical HTDAAB and ATYCLB. U2 have become inventive again, like they were in the 1990s. thank goodness! ----- Posted by Dan March 3rd, 2009 12:09 pm GMT Agree, Dan. The new album is the best since Actung Baby. Magnificent is an anthem in the waiting, Breathe is unbelievable, and Stand Up Comedy is absolutely outstanding----- to name just three! Loving the new sound, pure class as usual. ----- Posted by Martin March 4th, 2009 7:43 pm GMT Totally agree with you guys. This album is unbelievable. Breathe is definitely a great song, same with Moment of Surrender. I bet their upcoming tour will be amazing. If you haven't bought the CD yet, you should. I bought mine on Amozon.com for $3.99. I couldn't believe it. ----- Posted by Josh Briggs Which of the following statements is not true according to the passage?
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[
"Most fans felt disappointed at the new album.",
"The new album is available on the Internet.",
"The people who made comments are fans of U2.",
"U2's upcoming tour may be a great success."
] | 0
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miscellaneous
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D) Most fans felt disappointed at the new album.
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A) U2's upcoming tour may be a great success.
B) The new album is available on the Internet.
C) Nancy
D) Most fans felt disappointed at the new album.
E) The people who made comments are fans of U2.
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D)
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[
"A)",
"B)",
"C)",
"E)"
] |
[
"A) U2's upcoming tour may be a great success.",
"B) The new album is available on the Internet.",
"C) Nancy",
"E) The people who made comments are fans of U2."
] |
A) U2's upcoming tour may be a great success.
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February 28th, 2009 2:54 am GMT I have to say that am shocked at just how bad the new music is. This cannot be the same band that produced great albums such as HTDAAB and ATYCLB! This is awful! They either do not care anymore, or have completely lost it. I never thought U2 would become irrelevant, but they have officially become one of those bands that you will now say, "Remember when they were great?" ----- Posted by Ronald Harris February 28th, 2009 8:29 pm GMT Total drivel, Mr Harris. The new album is great, far better than the safe, cynical HTDAAB and ATYCLB. U2 have become inventive again, like they were in the 1990s. thank goodness! ----- Posted by Dan March 3rd, 2009 12:09 pm GMT Agree, Dan. The new album is the best since Actung Baby. Magnificent is an anthem in the waiting, Breathe is unbelievable, and Stand Up Comedy is absolutely outstanding----- to name just three! Loving the new sound, pure class as usual. ----- Posted by Martin March 4th, 2009 7:43 pm GMT Totally agree with you guys. This album is unbelievable. Breathe is definitely a great song, same with Moment of Surrender. I bet their upcoming tour will be amazing. If you haven't bought the CD yet, you should. I bought mine on Amozon.com for $3.99. I couldn't believe it. ----- Posted by Josh Briggs Which of the following statements is not true according to the passage?
A) U2's upcoming tour may be a great success.
B) The new album is available on the Internet.
C) Nancy
D) Most fans felt disappointed at the new album.
E) The people who made comments are fans of U2.
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A third of Britons are overweight, states a report published in January by the Royal College of Physicians, the result of an 18-month study. About five per cent of children weigh too much, and are likely to stay that way for life; in the mid-twenties-age-long group the proportion of the middle-aged population half are overweight. Fat people risk severe health problems, says the report, including high blood pressure, breathlessness and various forms of heart disease. Smoking is particularly risky for overweight people. The safest way to lose weight is to eat cereals, bread, fruit and vegetables, and cut down on fatty meals, butter and sweet foods. Fad diets so far more than good; slimming machines that vibrate muscles have not been proved useful; saunas merely remove a little body water, and health farms, says the report ,serve as expensive holidays. Exercise is most important to health, the report emphasizes; though it doesn't necessarily reduce weight; it keeps the correct proportion of body muscle. And it isn't only for the young ; from middle age a minimum of 20 minutes of gentle physical jerks should be practiced three times a week. The report advocates several public health measures to fight the common existence of overweight in this country. They include an increase of tax on alcohol to reduce its increasing, and dangerously fattening, consumption; and the provision of more sports facilities by local authorities. Britain's doctors, the report concludes, must learn to be more sympathetic and specific in their advice to the overweight, encouraging a change in eating habits on a long-term basis and taking into account the many-often-complex-reasons why fat people are fat. The passage mainly talks about _ .
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"the cause of Britons' overweight.",
"how to avoid getting overweight",
"Britons' overweight problem.",
"the relations between overweight and health problems."
] | 2
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nutrition
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[e] Britons' overweight problem.
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[a] the relations between overweight and health problems.
[b] the cause of Britons' overweight.
[c] They were nervous about their own belongings.
[d] how to avoid getting overweight
[e] Britons' overweight problem.
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[e]
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[
"[a]",
"[b]",
"[c]",
"[d]"
] |
[
"[a] the relations between overweight and health problems.",
"[b] the cause of Britons' overweight.",
"[c] They were nervous about their own belongings.",
"[d] how to avoid getting overweight"
] |
[a] the relations between overweight and health problems.
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A third of Britons are overweight, states a report published in January by the Royal College of Physicians, the result of an 18-month study. About five per cent of children weigh too much, and are likely to stay that way for life; in the mid-twenties-age-long group the proportion of the middle-aged population half are overweight. Fat people risk severe health problems, says the report, including high blood pressure, breathlessness and various forms of heart disease. Smoking is particularly risky for overweight people. The safest way to lose weight is to eat cereals, bread, fruit and vegetables, and cut down on fatty meals, butter and sweet foods. Fad diets so far more than good; slimming machines that vibrate muscles have not been proved useful; saunas merely remove a little body water, and health farms, says the report ,serve as expensive holidays. Exercise is most important to health, the report emphasizes; though it doesn't necessarily reduce weight; it keeps the correct proportion of body muscle. And it isn't only for the young ; from middle age a minimum of 20 minutes of gentle physical jerks should be practiced three times a week. The report advocates several public health measures to fight the common existence of overweight in this country. They include an increase of tax on alcohol to reduce its increasing, and dangerously fattening, consumption; and the provision of more sports facilities by local authorities. Britain's doctors, the report concludes, must learn to be more sympathetic and specific in their advice to the overweight, encouraging a change in eating habits on a long-term basis and taking into account the many-often-complex-reasons why fat people are fat. The passage mainly talks about _ .
[a] the relations between overweight and health problems.
[b] the cause of Britons' overweight.
[c] They were nervous about their own belongings.
[d] how to avoid getting overweight
[e] Britons' overweight problem.
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The heart is the major organ of the circulatory system. Which part of the body is responsible for delivering de-oxygenated blood to the heart?
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"arteries",
"capillaries",
"valves",
"veins"
] | 3
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anatomy
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[C] veins
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[A] arteries
[B] capillaries
[C] veins
[D] valves
[E] Mr. Walker didn't know the author was his student
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[C]
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[
"[A]",
"[B]",
"[D]",
"[E]"
] |
[
"[A] arteries",
"[B] capillaries",
"[D] valves",
"[E] Mr. Walker didn't know the author was his student"
] |
[A] arteries
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The heart is the major organ of the circulatory system. Which part of the body is responsible for delivering de-oxygenated blood to the heart?
[A] arteries
[B] capillaries
[C] veins
[D] valves
[E] Mr. Walker didn't know the author was his student
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One night Mr White left his car outside his house as usual. But when he came down the next morning to go to his office, he found that his car wasn't there. He called the police and told them what had happened. When Mr White came home from his office that evening, his car was back again at his usual place in front of his house. He checked it carefully to see whether it had been broken, but found two tickets and a letter on one of his seats. The letter said, "We're very sorry. We took your car because we had all emergency ." Mr and Mrs White went to the cinema with the tickets that evening and enjoyed themselves very much. When they came back from the cinema, they found that thieves had taken almost everything away from their house. What did Mr White do when he found his car missing?
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[
"He stayed at home and didn't go to his office.",
"He told the police on the phone what had happened.",
"He tried to look for it everywhere.",
"He went to the cinema with his wife."
] | 1
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miscellaneous
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[d] He told the police on the phone what had happened.
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[a] If the tuition is raised, the enrollment goes down.
[b] He went to the cinema with his wife.
[c] He stayed at home and didn't go to his office.
[d] He told the police on the phone what had happened.
[e] He tried to look for it everywhere.
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[d]
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[
"[a]",
"[b]",
"[c]",
"[e]"
] |
[
"[a] If the tuition is raised, the enrollment goes down.",
"[b] He went to the cinema with his wife.",
"[c] He stayed at home and didn't go to his office.",
"[e] He tried to look for it everywhere."
] |
[b] He went to the cinema with his wife.
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One night Mr White left his car outside his house as usual. But when he came down the next morning to go to his office, he found that his car wasn't there. He called the police and told them what had happened. When Mr White came home from his office that evening, his car was back again at his usual place in front of his house. He checked it carefully to see whether it had been broken, but found two tickets and a letter on one of his seats. The letter said, "We're very sorry. We took your car because we had all emergency ." Mr and Mrs White went to the cinema with the tickets that evening and enjoyed themselves very much. When they came back from the cinema, they found that thieves had taken almost everything away from their house. What did Mr White do when he found his car missing?
[a] If the tuition is raised, the enrollment goes down.
[b] He went to the cinema with his wife.
[c] He stayed at home and didn't go to his office.
[d] He told the police on the phone what had happened.
[e] He tried to look for it everywhere.
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Today, the paintings by Vincent van Gogh are world-famous and worth many millions of dollars but while he was alive, Vincent van Gogh sold only one painting. He was a lonely, unhappy man who suffered from mental illness, and he died at the early age of 37. Vincent van Gogh was born in Holland in 1853. His first connection with paintings came in 1869, when he got a job in the Goupil Gallery. He worked for this art dealer in London and Paris for four years before he became a teacher in England for a short time. He moved back to France in 1877 and soon began to paint. Vincent van Gogh was influenced by the famous artists that he met in Paris, where he returned to live in 1886. He did not stay long in the French capital. He was attracted by the vivid color1s of the countryside and, in 1888, he moved to Aries, a small town in the south of France. There, he painted his most famous paintings, using strong brush strokes and bright color1s. Vincent van Gogh mainly painted landscapes, but he also produced portraits of local people, such as the doctor and the postman. It was around this time that Vincent van Gogh began to show signs of mental illness. In 1889, following an argument with another artist, he cut off his own ear. For a time, he lived in a mental hospital in Saint Remy. In 1890, Vincent van Gogh moved to a town called Auvers. For two months, he painted feverishly . Then, one day, he went into the fields with a revolver and shot himself. He died from his wounds the next day. What's the main reason for Vincent van Gogh's death?
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[
"He died by accident.",
"He had mental illness.",
"No one bought his painting.",
"He used up all his inspiration."
] | 1
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high_school_world_history
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5. He had mental illness.
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1. People in our country can fly to Canada from Beijing directly now.
2. He died by accident.
3. No one bought his painting.
4. He used up all his inspiration.
5. He had mental illness.
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5.
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[
"1.",
"2.",
"3.",
"4."
] |
[
"1. People in our country can fly to Canada from Beijing directly now.",
"2. He died by accident.",
"3. No one bought his painting.",
"4. He used up all his inspiration."
] |
2. He died by accident.
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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Today, the paintings by Vincent van Gogh are world-famous and worth many millions of dollars but while he was alive, Vincent van Gogh sold only one painting. He was a lonely, unhappy man who suffered from mental illness, and he died at the early age of 37. Vincent van Gogh was born in Holland in 1853. His first connection with paintings came in 1869, when he got a job in the Goupil Gallery. He worked for this art dealer in London and Paris for four years before he became a teacher in England for a short time. He moved back to France in 1877 and soon began to paint. Vincent van Gogh was influenced by the famous artists that he met in Paris, where he returned to live in 1886. He did not stay long in the French capital. He was attracted by the vivid color1s of the countryside and, in 1888, he moved to Aries, a small town in the south of France. There, he painted his most famous paintings, using strong brush strokes and bright color1s. Vincent van Gogh mainly painted landscapes, but he also produced portraits of local people, such as the doctor and the postman. It was around this time that Vincent van Gogh began to show signs of mental illness. In 1889, following an argument with another artist, he cut off his own ear. For a time, he lived in a mental hospital in Saint Remy. In 1890, Vincent van Gogh moved to a town called Auvers. For two months, he painted feverishly . Then, one day, he went into the fields with a revolver and shot himself. He died from his wounds the next day. What's the main reason for Vincent van Gogh's death?
1. People in our country can fly to Canada from Beijing directly now.
2. He died by accident.
3. No one bought his painting.
4. He used up all his inspiration.
5. He had mental illness.
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Different countries and different people have different manners. We must find out their customs, so that they will not think us ill-mannered. Here are some examples of the things that a well-mannered person does or does not do. If you visit a Chinese family you should knock at the door first. When the door opens, you'll not move before the host says "Come in, please." After you enter the room, you wouldn't sit down until the host asks you to take a seat. When a cup of tea is put on a tea-table before you or sent to your hand, you'll say "Thank you" and receive it with your two hands, not one hand, or they'll think you are ill-mannered. Before entering a house in Japan, it is good manners to take off your shoes.In European countries, even though shoes sometimes become very dirty, this is not done.In a Malay house, a guest never finishes the food on the table. He leaves a little to show that he has had enough. In England, a guest always finishes a drink or the food to show that he has enjoyed it. This will make the host, especially the hostess pleased. In European countries, _ when you get into a house.
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[
"you needn't take off your shoes",
"you must take off your dirty shoes",
"you are not allowed to wear dirty shoes",
"you should put on clean shoes"
] | 0
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business_ethics
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E) you needn't take off your shoes
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A) 27% of the nurses have another job for extra income.
B) you should put on clean shoes
C) you must take off your dirty shoes
D) you are not allowed to wear dirty shoes
E) you needn't take off your shoes
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E)
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[
"A)",
"B)",
"C)",
"D)"
] |
[
"A) 27% of the nurses have another job for extra income.",
"B) you should put on clean shoes",
"C) you must take off your dirty shoes",
"D) you are not allowed to wear dirty shoes"
] |
D) you are not allowed to wear dirty shoes
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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Different countries and different people have different manners. We must find out their customs, so that they will not think us ill-mannered. Here are some examples of the things that a well-mannered person does or does not do. If you visit a Chinese family you should knock at the door first. When the door opens, you'll not move before the host says "Come in, please." After you enter the room, you wouldn't sit down until the host asks you to take a seat. When a cup of tea is put on a tea-table before you or sent to your hand, you'll say "Thank you" and receive it with your two hands, not one hand, or they'll think you are ill-mannered. Before entering a house in Japan, it is good manners to take off your shoes.In European countries, even though shoes sometimes become very dirty, this is not done.In a Malay house, a guest never finishes the food on the table. He leaves a little to show that he has had enough. In England, a guest always finishes a drink or the food to show that he has enjoyed it. This will make the host, especially the hostess pleased. In European countries, _ when you get into a house.
A) 27% of the nurses have another job for extra income.
B) you should put on clean shoes
C) you must take off your dirty shoes
D) you are not allowed to wear dirty shoes
E) you needn't take off your shoes
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Spending hours playing violent video games prevents teenagers from their moral growth, a study has found.It is thought that regular touch to violence and lack of contact with the outside world makes it harder for them to tell right from wrong.They also struggle to trust other people,and see the world from their viewpoints. Researchers from Brock University in Ontario found that those who spend more than three hours each day in front of the screen are particularly unlikely to have developed the ability to empathise . The Canadian researchers surveyed 109 boys and girls,aged 13 and 14,about whether they played video games,which games they liked,and how long they spent playing them.Their findings found that 88 percent of teens said they played games,and more than half admitted to playing games everyday.Violent games were among the most popular. The teenagers also filled in a questionnaire designed to measure their moral development.For example,they were asked how important it is to save the life of a friend. Previous studies have suggested that a person's moral judgement goes through four phases as they grow from children and enter adulthood.By the age of 13 or 14,scientists claim young people should be entering the third stage,and be able to empathise with others and take their viewpoints into account.The research found that this stage appeared to be delayed in teenagers who regularly played violent video games. It is also thought that teenagers who play games regularly did not spend enough time in the real world to learn to take other's thoughts into consideration.Researcher Mirjana Bajovic said:"The present results indicate that some teenagers;who spent three or more hours a day playing violent video games,are deprived of such opportnnities."Writing in the journal Educational Media International.the researchers added:"Touch to violence in video games may influence the development of moral reasoning because violence is not only presented as acceptable but is also justified and rewarded." They concluded that rather than trying to enforce an'unrealistic'ban on the games, parents and teachers should encourage teenagers to do charity work and take up after-school activities. Which of the following would be the best title of the text?
|
[
"Violent video games affect teenagers'moral development",
"Vio1ent video games delay teenagers'physical growth",
"Violent video games should be forbidden among teenagers",
"Violent video games reduce teenagers'chance in the real world"
] | 0
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college_medicine
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(a) Violent video games affect teenagers'moral development
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(a) Violent video games affect teenagers'moral development
(b) Violent video games reduce teenagers'chance in the real world
(c) afraid of the man
(d) Vio1ent video games delay teenagers'physical growth
(e) Violent video games should be forbidden among teenagers
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(a)
|
[
"(b)",
"(c)",
"(d)",
"(e)"
] |
[
"(b) Violent video games reduce teenagers'chance in the real world",
"(c) afraid of the man",
"(d) Vio1ent video games delay teenagers'physical growth",
"(e) Violent video games should be forbidden among teenagers"
] |
(b) Violent video games reduce teenagers'chance in the real world
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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Spending hours playing violent video games prevents teenagers from their moral growth, a study has found.It is thought that regular touch to violence and lack of contact with the outside world makes it harder for them to tell right from wrong.They also struggle to trust other people,and see the world from their viewpoints. Researchers from Brock University in Ontario found that those who spend more than three hours each day in front of the screen are particularly unlikely to have developed the ability to empathise . The Canadian researchers surveyed 109 boys and girls,aged 13 and 14,about whether they played video games,which games they liked,and how long they spent playing them.Their findings found that 88 percent of teens said they played games,and more than half admitted to playing games everyday.Violent games were among the most popular. The teenagers also filled in a questionnaire designed to measure their moral development.For example,they were asked how important it is to save the life of a friend. Previous studies have suggested that a person's moral judgement goes through four phases as they grow from children and enter adulthood.By the age of 13 or 14,scientists claim young people should be entering the third stage,and be able to empathise with others and take their viewpoints into account.The research found that this stage appeared to be delayed in teenagers who regularly played violent video games. It is also thought that teenagers who play games regularly did not spend enough time in the real world to learn to take other's thoughts into consideration.Researcher Mirjana Bajovic said:"The present results indicate that some teenagers;who spent three or more hours a day playing violent video games,are deprived of such opportnnities."Writing in the journal Educational Media International.the researchers added:"Touch to violence in video games may influence the development of moral reasoning because violence is not only presented as acceptable but is also justified and rewarded." They concluded that rather than trying to enforce an'unrealistic'ban on the games, parents and teachers should encourage teenagers to do charity work and take up after-school activities. Which of the following would be the best title of the text?
(a) Violent video games affect teenagers'moral development
(b) Violent video games reduce teenagers'chance in the real world
(c) afraid of the man
(d) Vio1ent video games delay teenagers'physical growth
(e) Violent video games should be forbidden among teenagers
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Wood is generally dried out for
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[
"dogs",
"turtles",
"beds",
"cats"
] | 2
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miscellaneous
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[e] beds
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[a] cats
[b] turtles
[c] dogs
[d] Blaine didn't have any food for 44 days.
[e] beds
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[e]
|
[
"[a]",
"[b]",
"[c]",
"[d]"
] |
[
"[a] cats",
"[b] turtles",
"[c] dogs",
"[d] Blaine didn't have any food for 44 days."
] |
[a] cats
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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Wood is generally dried out for
[a] cats
[b] turtles
[c] dogs
[d] Blaine didn't have any food for 44 days.
[e] beds
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What's this by my door? A handwritten letter from am old university friend. It stands out among the bills and junk mail like gold. Given its rareness, the Government should be praised for announcing that the new secondary school should include lessons that teach students how to write personal and business letters in the correct form. Letter-writing skills have fallen off a lot in the age of eamils and text messages. Many pupils leave school only able to write a letter for a job application, let alone other kinds of letters. You can't turn back the clock, but you can stick to your own rules to protect old-fashioned values. Someone who leaves school unable to write a letter is going into the adult world unprepared. And if teachers don't _ , who else will? Usually, it does not matter whether someone can write a letter or not -- other means of communication will serve. And with computerised spell-checks, people can get by for years without the kind of letter-writing skills. But it is the rare occasion that matters when things can not be made clear with a simple text. When the former England cricket captain Andrew Strauss decided to leave his job, he had sent handwritten letters to his teammates. Many people thought it unbelievable. But among the disbelief there was something else: admiration, even among the Twitter generation . I have been a letter-writing lover all my adult life, and am just about to sit down and pen a reply to my university friend. And I hope the sight of a letter by his door will give him as much pleasure as his did me. How did the author feel when receiving the handwritten letter?
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[
"Disappointed.",
"Excited.",
"Worried.",
"Proud."
] | 1
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miscellaneous
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I. Excited.
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I. Excited.
II. Disappointed.
III. Worried.
IV. mesosphere
V. Proud.
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I.
|
[
"II.",
"III.",
"IV.",
"V."
] |
[
"II. Disappointed.",
"III. Worried.",
"IV. mesosphere",
"V. Proud."
] |
V. Proud.
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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What's this by my door? A handwritten letter from am old university friend. It stands out among the bills and junk mail like gold. Given its rareness, the Government should be praised for announcing that the new secondary school should include lessons that teach students how to write personal and business letters in the correct form. Letter-writing skills have fallen off a lot in the age of eamils and text messages. Many pupils leave school only able to write a letter for a job application, let alone other kinds of letters. You can't turn back the clock, but you can stick to your own rules to protect old-fashioned values. Someone who leaves school unable to write a letter is going into the adult world unprepared. And if teachers don't _ , who else will? Usually, it does not matter whether someone can write a letter or not -- other means of communication will serve. And with computerised spell-checks, people can get by for years without the kind of letter-writing skills. But it is the rare occasion that matters when things can not be made clear with a simple text. When the former England cricket captain Andrew Strauss decided to leave his job, he had sent handwritten letters to his teammates. Many people thought it unbelievable. But among the disbelief there was something else: admiration, even among the Twitter generation . I have been a letter-writing lover all my adult life, and am just about to sit down and pen a reply to my university friend. And I hope the sight of a letter by his door will give him as much pleasure as his did me. How did the author feel when receiving the handwritten letter?
I. Excited.
II. Disappointed.
III. Worried.
IV. mesosphere
V. Proud.
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Germs are everywhere. You can't see them, but they are on your desk, on your computer, and even in the air! Like people, germs move around the world. They fly with us on planes. When food, clothes, and other things travel around the world, germs travel, too. Some germs are safe, but some are dangerous. Germs cause illnesses like colds and the flu. Warmer Weather Brings Germs The world's weather is changing. Cooler countries are getting warmer, so insects from hot countries can move _ . Some of these insects, like mosquitoes, carry dangerous germs. These germs cause headaches, fever, and can even kill people. Under Your Skin Your skin protects you from germs. It stops some germs, but not all. They can enter your body when you eat, or when you have a cut. Germs are on your hands, too. They enter your body when you touch your eyes, nose, or mouth. Fighting Germs Your immune system protects you, too. When germs get inside your body, your immune system finds and kills them. Special cells move around your body and fight germs. They help you stay healthy. Other cells make antibodies. Antibodies help your body find and stop germs. What can you do to fight germs? You should wash your hands with soap and water. Soap kills many germs, and water washes them away. Which of the following is right according to the text?
|
[
"All germs are dangerous.",
"There are more germs in cold places.",
"Soap can kill all germs.",
"Germs can get into your body."
] | 3
|
college_medicine
|
III. Germs can get into your body.
|
I. Soap can kill all germs.
II. All germs are dangerous.
III. Germs can get into your body.
IV. There are more germs in cold places.
V. A fruit-drink bottle.
|
III.
|
[
"I.",
"II.",
"IV.",
"V."
] |
[
"I. Soap can kill all germs.",
"II. All germs are dangerous.",
"IV. There are more germs in cold places.",
"V. A fruit-drink bottle."
] |
IV. There are more germs in cold places.
|
Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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Germs are everywhere. You can't see them, but they are on your desk, on your computer, and even in the air! Like people, germs move around the world. They fly with us on planes. When food, clothes, and other things travel around the world, germs travel, too. Some germs are safe, but some are dangerous. Germs cause illnesses like colds and the flu. Warmer Weather Brings Germs The world's weather is changing. Cooler countries are getting warmer, so insects from hot countries can move _ . Some of these insects, like mosquitoes, carry dangerous germs. These germs cause headaches, fever, and can even kill people. Under Your Skin Your skin protects you from germs. It stops some germs, but not all. They can enter your body when you eat, or when you have a cut. Germs are on your hands, too. They enter your body when you touch your eyes, nose, or mouth. Fighting Germs Your immune system protects you, too. When germs get inside your body, your immune system finds and kills them. Special cells move around your body and fight germs. They help you stay healthy. Other cells make antibodies. Antibodies help your body find and stop germs. What can you do to fight germs? You should wash your hands with soap and water. Soap kills many germs, and water washes them away. Which of the following is right according to the text?
I. Soap can kill all germs.
II. All germs are dangerous.
III. Germs can get into your body.
IV. There are more germs in cold places.
V. A fruit-drink bottle.
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Our company, Eastern Energy, is here to help and provide you with personal advice on any matters connected with your bill or any other questions about your gas and electricity supply. Moving Home Please give us as much notice as possible if you are moving home, but at least 48 hours required for us to make the necessary arrangements for your gas and electricity supply. Please telephone our 24-hour line at 0131 6753 219 with details of your move. In most cases we are happy to accept your meter reading on the day you move. Meter Reading Eastern Energy uses various types of meter ranging from the traditional dial meters to new technology digital display meters. Always read the meter from left to right, ignoring any red dials. If you require assistance, contact our 24-hour line at 0600 7310 310. Energy Efficiency Line If you would like advice on the efficient use of energy, please call our Energy Efficiency Line at 0995 7625 513. Please do not use this number for any other enquiries . Special Services Passwords-you can choose a password so that, whenever we visit you at home, you will know it is us. If you want more information, please ring our helpline at 0995 7290 290. If you need help or advice with any issues, please contact us at 0131 6440 188. Complaints We hope you will never have a problem or cause to complain, but, if you do, please contact our complaints handling team at PO Box, Stanfield, ST55 6GF or telephone us at 0131 6753 270. Supply Failure If you experience any problems with your electricity supply, please call free at 0600 7838 836, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you have any complaints, what should you do?
|
[
"Make a call or send a mail.",
"Contact Help and Advice.",
"Go to the company directly.",
"Ask for special services."
] | 0
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management
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[c] Make a call or send a mail.
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[a] Ask for special services.
[b] Contact Help and Advice.
[c] Make a call or send a mail.
[d] Go to the company directly.
[e] the customers sometimes got angry
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[c]
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[
"[a]",
"[b]",
"[d]",
"[e]"
] |
[
"[a] Ask for special services.",
"[b] Contact Help and Advice.",
"[d] Go to the company directly.",
"[e] the customers sometimes got angry"
] |
[a] Ask for special services.
|
Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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Our company, Eastern Energy, is here to help and provide you with personal advice on any matters connected with your bill or any other questions about your gas and electricity supply. Moving Home Please give us as much notice as possible if you are moving home, but at least 48 hours required for us to make the necessary arrangements for your gas and electricity supply. Please telephone our 24-hour line at 0131 6753 219 with details of your move. In most cases we are happy to accept your meter reading on the day you move. Meter Reading Eastern Energy uses various types of meter ranging from the traditional dial meters to new technology digital display meters. Always read the meter from left to right, ignoring any red dials. If you require assistance, contact our 24-hour line at 0600 7310 310. Energy Efficiency Line If you would like advice on the efficient use of energy, please call our Energy Efficiency Line at 0995 7625 513. Please do not use this number for any other enquiries . Special Services Passwords-you can choose a password so that, whenever we visit you at home, you will know it is us. If you want more information, please ring our helpline at 0995 7290 290. If you need help or advice with any issues, please contact us at 0131 6440 188. Complaints We hope you will never have a problem or cause to complain, but, if you do, please contact our complaints handling team at PO Box, Stanfield, ST55 6GF or telephone us at 0131 6753 270. Supply Failure If you experience any problems with your electricity supply, please call free at 0600 7838 836, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you have any complaints, what should you do?
[a] Ask for special services.
[b] Contact Help and Advice.
[c] Make a call or send a mail.
[d] Go to the company directly.
[e] the customers sometimes got angry
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Mistakes are a part of life. To err is human. Failure is also a part of life, not the end of life. Be happy facing life's challenges. When you make the effort to be happy and to improve your life, you are actually rewarded along the way. Life is like a game and maybe you can award points for every effort that has been a success for you. Try it. Add ten points for every achievement. And when you have reached 50 points, just yell, " Hey, I've won!" and give yourself a reward. If you happen to have missed your points for whatever reason, tell yourself, "Well, I tried!" which is better than not trying at all. Don't let it be said you didn't try. What is it that you want to make yourself happy? Actually happiness means different things to different people. For example, an athlete will be happy winning his first race. For a new mother happiness would be seeing her baby's first steps. Happiness for a poor person would mean having a meal just for today. So happiness for you is really something simple that you want for yourself. It really doesn't have to be big. As a matter of fact you should always have realistic expectations. Make the best out of every given situation. If you expect a certain result from a situation and it does not happen, don't get _ This just means trying harder next time. We all have in us the power to succeed. Don't let " give up " be a part of your vocabulary. By saying "To err is human", the author means that _ .
|
[
"human beings should try to avoid making mistakes",
"no one is perfect and everyone makes mistakes",
"mistakes and failures make up our life",
"human beings make mistakes easily"
] | 1
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high_school_psychology
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C) no one is perfect and everyone makes mistakes
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A) mistakes and failures make up our life
B) human beings make mistakes easily
C) no one is perfect and everyone makes mistakes
D) It provides customers with good food.
E) human beings should try to avoid making mistakes
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C)
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[
"A)",
"B)",
"D)",
"E)"
] |
[
"A) mistakes and failures make up our life",
"B) human beings make mistakes easily",
"D) It provides customers with good food.",
"E) human beings should try to avoid making mistakes"
] |
B) human beings make mistakes easily
|
Choose the correct answer from the options below.
|
Mistakes are a part of life. To err is human. Failure is also a part of life, not the end of life. Be happy facing life's challenges. When you make the effort to be happy and to improve your life, you are actually rewarded along the way. Life is like a game and maybe you can award points for every effort that has been a success for you. Try it. Add ten points for every achievement. And when you have reached 50 points, just yell, " Hey, I've won!" and give yourself a reward. If you happen to have missed your points for whatever reason, tell yourself, "Well, I tried!" which is better than not trying at all. Don't let it be said you didn't try. What is it that you want to make yourself happy? Actually happiness means different things to different people. For example, an athlete will be happy winning his first race. For a new mother happiness would be seeing her baby's first steps. Happiness for a poor person would mean having a meal just for today. So happiness for you is really something simple that you want for yourself. It really doesn't have to be big. As a matter of fact you should always have realistic expectations. Make the best out of every given situation. If you expect a certain result from a situation and it does not happen, don't get _ This just means trying harder next time. We all have in us the power to succeed. Don't let " give up " be a part of your vocabulary. By saying "To err is human", the author means that _ .
A) mistakes and failures make up our life
B) human beings make mistakes easily
C) no one is perfect and everyone makes mistakes
D) It provides customers with good food.
E) human beings should try to avoid making mistakes
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We recently read a report on China's environmental problems, based on reports from Singapore's Straits Times. There was one statistic that shocked us. Environmental experts claim that without some great change, pollution might, within five years, make the Yangtze River just about unsuitable for all forms of life to live in. The baiji, or the Yangtze River dolphin, was only the latest victim. According to the first report, in the 1980s there were 126 forms of life in the river, and by 2002, that figure was already down to 52. Just how bad is the situation? The Yangtze River flows by 186 cities on its way from Qinghai to Shanghai, and in the process picks up 40% of China's polluted waste water. According to another report, in 2006, China produced a total of 53.7 billion tons of waste water. But that's not the worst news. By 2030, China might possibly use up between 89-100% of its sources of drinking water. All of this begs a deeper question: What kind of water are they using when they pump 10 kilos of water into pigs headed for the slaughterhouse ? This is an important question because if its waste water is not fit for human to drink, there's a chance that some of whatever was in that water was in the pork you had for lunch today. And if the water is safe to drink, that's a waste of perfectly good water. Another report we read, related to the Taihu algae blooming that has left 3 million people in the Wuxi area without drinking water, claims(quite believably) that Taihu's environmental problems will never end until all the factories along the lake close down. The algae bloom is so bad there that lots of people have to take the algae out of the lake all day long instead of fishing. Which of the following statements is NOT true about the Yangtze River according to the passage?
|
[
"It goes by 186 cities on its way from the source to the sea.",
"Lots of waste water in the country is poured into the river.",
"The baiji in the river is now in danger of extinction.",
"We can hardly see any forms of life in the river now."
] | 3
|
high_school_geography
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d) We can hardly see any forms of life in the river now.
|
a) The baiji in the river is now in danger of extinction.
b) Lots of waste water in the country is poured into the river.
c) It goes by 186 cities on its way from the source to the sea.
d) We can hardly see any forms of life in the river now.
e) Puzzled
|
d)
|
[
"a)",
"b)",
"c)",
"e)"
] |
[
"a) The baiji in the river is now in danger of extinction.",
"b) Lots of waste water in the country is poured into the river.",
"c) It goes by 186 cities on its way from the source to the sea.",
"e) Puzzled"
] |
b) Lots of waste water in the country is poured into the river.
|
Choose the correct answer from the options below.
|
We recently read a report on China's environmental problems, based on reports from Singapore's Straits Times. There was one statistic that shocked us. Environmental experts claim that without some great change, pollution might, within five years, make the Yangtze River just about unsuitable for all forms of life to live in. The baiji, or the Yangtze River dolphin, was only the latest victim. According to the first report, in the 1980s there were 126 forms of life in the river, and by 2002, that figure was already down to 52. Just how bad is the situation? The Yangtze River flows by 186 cities on its way from Qinghai to Shanghai, and in the process picks up 40% of China's polluted waste water. According to another report, in 2006, China produced a total of 53.7 billion tons of waste water. But that's not the worst news. By 2030, China might possibly use up between 89-100% of its sources of drinking water. All of this begs a deeper question: What kind of water are they using when they pump 10 kilos of water into pigs headed for the slaughterhouse ? This is an important question because if its waste water is not fit for human to drink, there's a chance that some of whatever was in that water was in the pork you had for lunch today. And if the water is safe to drink, that's a waste of perfectly good water. Another report we read, related to the Taihu algae blooming that has left 3 million people in the Wuxi area without drinking water, claims(quite believably) that Taihu's environmental problems will never end until all the factories along the lake close down. The algae bloom is so bad there that lots of people have to take the algae out of the lake all day long instead of fishing. Which of the following statements is NOT true about the Yangtze River according to the passage?
a) The baiji in the river is now in danger of extinction.
b) Lots of waste water in the country is poured into the river.
c) It goes by 186 cities on its way from the source to the sea.
d) We can hardly see any forms of life in the river now.
e) Puzzled
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All students need to have good study habits . When you have good study habits, you can learn things quickly. You also remember them easily. Do you like to study in the living-room? This is not a good place because it is usually too noisy. You need to study in a quiet place, like your bedroom. A quiet place will help you only think about one thing, and you will learn better. Before you begin to study, do not forget to clean your desk. A good desk light is important, too. You are feeling tired easily if there is not enough light. The living-room is not a good place for study because it is too _ .
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[
"quiet",
"noisy",
"clean",
"big"
] | 1
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miscellaneous
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[4] noisy
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[1] quiet
[2] clean
[3] big
[4] noisy
[5] her lunch was various
|
[4]
|
[
"[1]",
"[2]",
"[3]",
"[5]"
] |
[
"[1] quiet",
"[2] clean",
"[3] big",
"[5] her lunch was various"
] |
[3] big
|
Choose the correct answer from the options below.
|
All students need to have good study habits . When you have good study habits, you can learn things quickly. You also remember them easily. Do you like to study in the living-room? This is not a good place because it is usually too noisy. You need to study in a quiet place, like your bedroom. A quiet place will help you only think about one thing, and you will learn better. Before you begin to study, do not forget to clean your desk. A good desk light is important, too. You are feeling tired easily if there is not enough light. The living-room is not a good place for study because it is too _ .
[1] quiet
[2] clean
[3] big
[4] noisy
[5] her lunch was various
|
|
Ladies and gentlemen, I returned to this year in a time machine. In the year 2500, we are able to travel through time to any year in the history of the earth. This year is your last chance your lifestyle to save the earth. Beginning in the middle of the 20th century, a few people were worried about polluting the earth's water and air, but most people did not change their way of life. Instead, they continued to pour dangerous chemical and other waste into lakes and seas, to drive more and more cars and trucks, and to cut down trees. By the year 2200, the earth's water was completely polluted. People could no longer drink water, and they had to use other types of liquids . Scientists said that in the future there might be too many people on the earth. But not enough was done. So by the year 2300, there were so many people that food became scarce. There was no water to grow food and all of the fish in lakes and seas died because of pollution. Terrible wars broke out between the rich and the poor. Scientists were working very hard to find another planet in space where humans could live. By the year 2400, the air was too polluted for humans to breathe. So we had to leave the earth. But only the rich were able to leave. Where did we go? Nowhere. And everywhere. You see scientists did not find another safe planet, so now we must travel around the universe in our space ships. We are still looking for a place to call our home. So it is up to you to change history. There is still hope. You must change your lifestyle now, before it is too late. Which of the following is NOT true?
|
[
"Only a few people changed their lifestyle in the 20th century.",
"There was no clean water for people to drink by the year 2200.",
"All the fish died because of the pollution by the year 2300.",
"We found a new home in another planet by the year 2400."
] | 3
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miscellaneous
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d. We found a new home in another planet by the year 2400.
|
a. school life
b. There was no clean water for people to drink by the year 2200.
c. Only a few people changed their lifestyle in the 20th century.
d. We found a new home in another planet by the year 2400.
e. All the fish died because of the pollution by the year 2300.
|
d.
|
[
"a.",
"b.",
"c.",
"e."
] |
[
"a. school life",
"b. There was no clean water for people to drink by the year 2200.",
"c. Only a few people changed their lifestyle in the 20th century.",
"e. All the fish died because of the pollution by the year 2300."
] |
c. Only a few people changed their lifestyle in the 20th century.
|
Choose the correct answer from the options below.
|
Ladies and gentlemen, I returned to this year in a time machine. In the year 2500, we are able to travel through time to any year in the history of the earth. This year is your last chance your lifestyle to save the earth. Beginning in the middle of the 20th century, a few people were worried about polluting the earth's water and air, but most people did not change their way of life. Instead, they continued to pour dangerous chemical and other waste into lakes and seas, to drive more and more cars and trucks, and to cut down trees. By the year 2200, the earth's water was completely polluted. People could no longer drink water, and they had to use other types of liquids . Scientists said that in the future there might be too many people on the earth. But not enough was done. So by the year 2300, there were so many people that food became scarce. There was no water to grow food and all of the fish in lakes and seas died because of pollution. Terrible wars broke out between the rich and the poor. Scientists were working very hard to find another planet in space where humans could live. By the year 2400, the air was too polluted for humans to breathe. So we had to leave the earth. But only the rich were able to leave. Where did we go? Nowhere. And everywhere. You see scientists did not find another safe planet, so now we must travel around the universe in our space ships. We are still looking for a place to call our home. So it is up to you to change history. There is still hope. You must change your lifestyle now, before it is too late. Which of the following is NOT true?
a. school life
b. There was no clean water for people to drink by the year 2200.
c. Only a few people changed their lifestyle in the 20th century.
d. We found a new home in another planet by the year 2400.
e. All the fish died because of the pollution by the year 2300.
|
|
Most people think of racing when they see greyhounds and believe they need lots of exercise. They can actually be quite lazy! Greyhounds are good at fast races but not long-distance running. They do need regular exercise but they like to run for a short burst and then get back on the bed or a comfortable seat. Another misunderstanding is that greyhounds must be aggressive because they are big in size. In fact greyhounds love people and are gentle with children. Greyhounds can live for 12 - 14 years but usually only race for two or three years, and after that they make great pets. They don't need a lot of space, don't make a lot of noise, and don't eat a lot for their size. Normally, greyhounds can be as tall as 90 cm. There is, however, a small-sized greyhound, which stands only 33 cm. Greyhounds come in a variety of colors. Grey and yellowish-brown are the most common. Others include black, white, blue, red and brown or a mix of these. Greyhounds have smooth body coats, low body fat and are very healthy. Because they're slim they don't have the leg problems like other dogs the same height . But they do feel the cold, especially since they would much rather be at home in bed than walking around outside. It can be inferred that greyhounds _ .
|
[
"love big doghouses",
"like staying in bed all day",
"make the best guard dogs",
"need some exercise outdoors"
] | 3
|
miscellaneous
|
E. need some exercise outdoors
|
A. make the best guard dogs
B. They are thought too highly of.
C. love big doghouses
D. like staying in bed all day
E. need some exercise outdoors
|
E.
|
[
"A.",
"B.",
"C.",
"D."
] |
[
"A. make the best guard dogs",
"B. They are thought too highly of.",
"C. love big doghouses",
"D. like staying in bed all day"
] |
A. make the best guard dogs
|
Choose the correct answer from the options below.
|
Most people think of racing when they see greyhounds and believe they need lots of exercise. They can actually be quite lazy! Greyhounds are good at fast races but not long-distance running. They do need regular exercise but they like to run for a short burst and then get back on the bed or a comfortable seat. Another misunderstanding is that greyhounds must be aggressive because they are big in size. In fact greyhounds love people and are gentle with children. Greyhounds can live for 12 - 14 years but usually only race for two or three years, and after that they make great pets. They don't need a lot of space, don't make a lot of noise, and don't eat a lot for their size. Normally, greyhounds can be as tall as 90 cm. There is, however, a small-sized greyhound, which stands only 33 cm. Greyhounds come in a variety of colors. Grey and yellowish-brown are the most common. Others include black, white, blue, red and brown or a mix of these. Greyhounds have smooth body coats, low body fat and are very healthy. Because they're slim they don't have the leg problems like other dogs the same height . But they do feel the cold, especially since they would much rather be at home in bed than walking around outside. It can be inferred that greyhounds _ .
A. make the best guard dogs
B. They are thought too highly of.
C. love big doghouses
D. like staying in bed all day
E. need some exercise outdoors
|
|
Tom and his best friend Rob were out of school for the summer. They had been swimming, gone to the movies, played video games, and even built a castle out of some old cardboard boxes. But today they were so bored. "At least we would have something to do." Tom thought for a while and suggested, "Let's make some popcorn and lemonade and sell it outside." The boys went to the kitchen and asked Tom's mom if she would help them make some lemonade while they popped the popcorn. Tom's mom got the lemons from the refrigerator and also a small amount of sugar. She mixed up the lemonade while the boys started popping the popcorn. Tom and Rob got a small table from the garage and set it up near the sidewalk. They made a red sign telling everyone that popcorn and lemonade was for sale. The boys sat for about ten minutes before they got their first sale. Mrs. Jenkins, one of their neighbors, was walking her dog. "It's so hot today." "I sure can use a drink," she said. Soon the boys were busy handing out popcorn to Mr. Baker. He was walking down the street sending the mail. "I need a break," he said. "Walking all over the neighborhood gave me an appetite." The boys had only three popcorn bags left and enough lemonade for three more cups. "Wow, I didn't think the popcorn and lemonade would sell that fast. We made six dollars," said Tom. "If we get bored again before school starts, we can try selling more lemonade with cookies next time," laughed Rob. What did Tom and Rob learn from this experience?
|
[
"People might prefer to buy things on sale.",
"They could do something new to have fun.",
"Mr. Baker liked sending mails very much.",
"Mrs. Jenkins needed help to walk the dog."
] | 1
|
miscellaneous
|
(e) They could do something new to have fun.
|
(a) I can't do it myself
(b) People might prefer to buy things on sale.
(c) Mr. Baker liked sending mails very much.
(d) Mrs. Jenkins needed help to walk the dog.
(e) They could do something new to have fun.
|
(e)
|
[
"(a)",
"(b)",
"(c)",
"(d)"
] |
[
"(a) I can't do it myself",
"(b) People might prefer to buy things on sale.",
"(c) Mr. Baker liked sending mails very much.",
"(d) Mrs. Jenkins needed help to walk the dog."
] |
(c) Mr. Baker liked sending mails very much.
|
Choose the correct answer from the options below.
|
Tom and his best friend Rob were out of school for the summer. They had been swimming, gone to the movies, played video games, and even built a castle out of some old cardboard boxes. But today they were so bored. "At least we would have something to do." Tom thought for a while and suggested, "Let's make some popcorn and lemonade and sell it outside." The boys went to the kitchen and asked Tom's mom if she would help them make some lemonade while they popped the popcorn. Tom's mom got the lemons from the refrigerator and also a small amount of sugar. She mixed up the lemonade while the boys started popping the popcorn. Tom and Rob got a small table from the garage and set it up near the sidewalk. They made a red sign telling everyone that popcorn and lemonade was for sale. The boys sat for about ten minutes before they got their first sale. Mrs. Jenkins, one of their neighbors, was walking her dog. "It's so hot today." "I sure can use a drink," she said. Soon the boys were busy handing out popcorn to Mr. Baker. He was walking down the street sending the mail. "I need a break," he said. "Walking all over the neighborhood gave me an appetite." The boys had only three popcorn bags left and enough lemonade for three more cups. "Wow, I didn't think the popcorn and lemonade would sell that fast. We made six dollars," said Tom. "If we get bored again before school starts, we can try selling more lemonade with cookies next time," laughed Rob. What did Tom and Rob learn from this experience?
(a) I can't do it myself
(b) People might prefer to buy things on sale.
(c) Mr. Baker liked sending mails very much.
(d) Mrs. Jenkins needed help to walk the dog.
(e) They could do something new to have fun.
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Here's one number to keep in mind during your next cell phone conversation: 50. A new experiment shows that spending 50 minutes with an active phone pressed up to the ear increases activity in the brain. This brain activity probably doesn't make you smarter. When cell phones are on, they emit energy in the form of radiation that could be harmful, especially after years of cell phone usage. Scientists don't know yet whether cell phones are bad for the brain. Studies like this one are attempting to find it out. The 47 participants in the experiment may have looked a little strange. Each one had two Samsung cell phones attached to his or her head -- one on each ear. The phone on the left ear was off. The phone on the right ear played a message for 50 minutes, but the participants couldn't hear it because the sound was off. With this set-up, the scientists could be sure they were studying brain activity from the phone itself, and not brain activity due to listening and talking during a conversation. After 50 minutes with two phones strapped to their heads, the participants were given PET scans. The PET scan showed that the left side (the side with the phone turned off) of each participant's brain hadn't changed during the experiment. The right side of the brain, however, had used more glucose, which is a type of sugar that provides fuel to brain cells. These right-side brain cells were using almost as much glucose as the brain uses when a person is talking. This suggests that the brain cells there were active -- even without the person hearing anything. That activity, the scientists say, was probably caused by radiation from the phone. Henry Lai, who works at the University of Washington in Seattle, is uncomfortable with the data related to cell phones. Holding a cell phone to your ear during a conversation is "not really safe," Lai told Science News. Lai is a bioengineer at the University of Washington in Seattle. He wrote an article about the new study for a journal, but he did not work on the study. Bioengineers bring together ideas from engineering and biology. For those who don't want to wait to find out for sure whether cell phones are bad for the brain, there are ways to talk more safely. You can have short and sweet conversations, use a speakerphone or keep the phone away from your head. What is glucose?
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[
"A type of sugar that provides vitamin to brain cells.",
"Something that the right side of the brain used.",
"A type of sugar that gives energy to brain cells.",
"Something that makes a human excited."
] | 2
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1. A type of sugar that gives energy to brain cells.
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1. A type of sugar that gives energy to brain cells.
2. all the apples
3. Something that makes a human excited.
4. A type of sugar that provides vitamin to brain cells.
5. Something that the right side of the brain used.
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"2.",
"3.",
"4.",
"5."
] |
[
"2. all the apples",
"3. Something that makes a human excited.",
"4. A type of sugar that provides vitamin to brain cells.",
"5. Something that the right side of the brain used."
] |
5. Something that the right side of the brain used.
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Here's one number to keep in mind during your next cell phone conversation: 50. A new experiment shows that spending 50 minutes with an active phone pressed up to the ear increases activity in the brain. This brain activity probably doesn't make you smarter. When cell phones are on, they emit energy in the form of radiation that could be harmful, especially after years of cell phone usage. Scientists don't know yet whether cell phones are bad for the brain. Studies like this one are attempting to find it out. The 47 participants in the experiment may have looked a little strange. Each one had two Samsung cell phones attached to his or her head -- one on each ear. The phone on the left ear was off. The phone on the right ear played a message for 50 minutes, but the participants couldn't hear it because the sound was off. With this set-up, the scientists could be sure they were studying brain activity from the phone itself, and not brain activity due to listening and talking during a conversation. After 50 minutes with two phones strapped to their heads, the participants were given PET scans. The PET scan showed that the left side (the side with the phone turned off) of each participant's brain hadn't changed during the experiment. The right side of the brain, however, had used more glucose, which is a type of sugar that provides fuel to brain cells. These right-side brain cells were using almost as much glucose as the brain uses when a person is talking. This suggests that the brain cells there were active -- even without the person hearing anything. That activity, the scientists say, was probably caused by radiation from the phone. Henry Lai, who works at the University of Washington in Seattle, is uncomfortable with the data related to cell phones. Holding a cell phone to your ear during a conversation is "not really safe," Lai told Science News. Lai is a bioengineer at the University of Washington in Seattle. He wrote an article about the new study for a journal, but he did not work on the study. Bioengineers bring together ideas from engineering and biology. For those who don't want to wait to find out for sure whether cell phones are bad for the brain, there are ways to talk more safely. You can have short and sweet conversations, use a speakerphone or keep the phone away from your head. What is glucose?
1. A type of sugar that gives energy to brain cells.
2. all the apples
3. Something that makes a human excited.
4. A type of sugar that provides vitamin to brain cells.
5. Something that the right side of the brain used.
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One is not born able to speak a language. One is born able to make a noise. I have heard babies cry in America and in China. I can't tell any difference. But when I hear someone from America speak English and hear someone speak Chinese, I can tell you there are a lot of differences. I believe a common problem with Chinese students' learning English is that they were not taught to think in English. They have an idea spoken in English and want to translate the idea into Chinese, then they think in Chinese of the proper reply and translate it into English. After a long period of speaking the language, one begins to think in the foreign language naturally. You will learn faster if you begin to think in English at the very beginning of your study. Many students ask me: What can I do to improve my spoken English? My reply is : The more English you speak, the better English you will speak. There are many things you can do to improve your spoken English. Of course, the best way is to live where English is spoken as a language of the country. The article mainly tells us _ .
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"American English and Chinese",
"the differences between English and Chinese",
"the English language",
"how to learn English well"
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[A] how to learn English well
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[A] how to learn English well
[B] American English and Chinese
[C] the English language
[D] the differences between English and Chinese
[E] There Is No Limit to Knowledge
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[A]
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[
"[B]",
"[C]",
"[D]",
"[E]"
] |
[
"[B] American English and Chinese",
"[C] the English language",
"[D] the differences between English and Chinese",
"[E] There Is No Limit to Knowledge"
] |
[D] the differences between English and Chinese
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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One is not born able to speak a language. One is born able to make a noise. I have heard babies cry in America and in China. I can't tell any difference. But when I hear someone from America speak English and hear someone speak Chinese, I can tell you there are a lot of differences. I believe a common problem with Chinese students' learning English is that they were not taught to think in English. They have an idea spoken in English and want to translate the idea into Chinese, then they think in Chinese of the proper reply and translate it into English. After a long period of speaking the language, one begins to think in the foreign language naturally. You will learn faster if you begin to think in English at the very beginning of your study. Many students ask me: What can I do to improve my spoken English? My reply is : The more English you speak, the better English you will speak. There are many things you can do to improve your spoken English. Of course, the best way is to live where English is spoken as a language of the country. The article mainly tells us _ .
[A] how to learn English well
[B] American English and Chinese
[C] the English language
[D] the differences between English and Chinese
[E] There Is No Limit to Knowledge
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It is important to learn business English if you are going to be successful in another country where English is the primary language. It will also be a great idea to practice speaking and writing in business English. If a university offers a course on business English, it will be a good idea to take the class. Reading, writing and speaking English is necessary to start a business. Business English is different from asking where to find the nearest hotel. There are classes you can take to help you but there are things that you can learn on your own. Vocabulary and grammar are a good place to start with. You need to know what words mean. Later, try to pronounce the words and then look them up in the dictionary. Try using them in a sentence and ask someone who is good at English to help you. Once you have an understanding of English, you can use it in business English. In business you will have to learn such things as taking messages, answering the phones with proper words and communicating with your co-workers. You may have to learn how to make travel plans. Business English is very different than spoken English. Grammar is the same but you have to learn things like expressing yourself in a proper manner or maybe making a report in your office. If you are working in the customer service sector , you really have to learn business English. Dealing with the public is sometimes more important than asking your boss for a raise . Most businesses offer training classes and some companies offer classes on how to do the job with proper business English. Why do people learn business English?
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[
"They want successful communication.",
"They want to ask the boss for a raise.",
"They want to have their own company.",
"They will have a chance to get a better job."
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D. They want successful communication.
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A. They want to ask the boss for a raise.
B. They want to have their own company.
C. He must be looking for a job.
D. They want successful communication.
E. They will have a chance to get a better job.
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"A.",
"B.",
"C.",
"E."
] |
[
"A. They want to ask the boss for a raise.",
"B. They want to have their own company.",
"C. He must be looking for a job.",
"E. They will have a chance to get a better job."
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C. He must be looking for a job.
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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It is important to learn business English if you are going to be successful in another country where English is the primary language. It will also be a great idea to practice speaking and writing in business English. If a university offers a course on business English, it will be a good idea to take the class. Reading, writing and speaking English is necessary to start a business. Business English is different from asking where to find the nearest hotel. There are classes you can take to help you but there are things that you can learn on your own. Vocabulary and grammar are a good place to start with. You need to know what words mean. Later, try to pronounce the words and then look them up in the dictionary. Try using them in a sentence and ask someone who is good at English to help you. Once you have an understanding of English, you can use it in business English. In business you will have to learn such things as taking messages, answering the phones with proper words and communicating with your co-workers. You may have to learn how to make travel plans. Business English is very different than spoken English. Grammar is the same but you have to learn things like expressing yourself in a proper manner or maybe making a report in your office. If you are working in the customer service sector , you really have to learn business English. Dealing with the public is sometimes more important than asking your boss for a raise . Most businesses offer training classes and some companies offer classes on how to do the job with proper business English. Why do people learn business English?
A. They want to ask the boss for a raise.
B. They want to have their own company.
C. He must be looking for a job.
D. They want successful communication.
E. They will have a chance to get a better job.
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Chinese Jump Rope is a challenging game played by anyone anywhere. The simple rules test the skill and coordination of all players. RULES A jumper jumps until a jumping mistake is made. * A mistake can be made if a jumper jumps "out" instead of "in". * A mistake is also made if a jumper touches the rope incorrectly in the game. * After making a mistake, the jumper trades positions with an ender. The jumper starts from the very beginning of the game on the next turn. Every Chinese Jump Rope game begins with the rope held in basic position. ENDERS * Face each other and step inside the rope. * Place the rope around the ankles. * Step back until the rope is _ * Two parallel jumping lines, about 12 inches (30 cm) apart, are stretched between the enders. * The jumper stands outside the rope, ready to play. "IN" * Jump both feet inside the rope. "ON" Jump both feet on top of the rope. The left foot lands on the left rope;, the right foot lands on the right rope. "OUT" *Jump both feet from the middle to the outside of the rope. Feet land together on one side. "SIDE OUT" *Jump over both ropes from one side. Both feet land together on the other side of the rope. "SIDE-TO-SIDE" Jump quickly side-to-side. Both feet start "out" from one side of the ropes. *Jump side: The left foot lands outside the left rope. The right foot lands inside the rope. *Jump side again quickly: The left foot lands inside the rope. The right foot lands outside the right rope. Jumpers call the steps out loud while jumping. Calling helps the jumpers remember the "pattern" of the jumps! Practice "jumping steps" with these simple jumping games! Why do the jumpers call the steps out loud while jumping?
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[
"To teach the jumpers how to jump rope.",
"To make the jumpers jump as quickly as they can.",
"To help the jumpers to be ready to play.",
"To remind the jumpers of the \"pattern\" of the jumps."
] | 3
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[B] To remind the jumpers of the "pattern" of the jumps.
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[A] provide concrete evidence
[B] To remind the jumpers of the "pattern" of the jumps.
[C] To teach the jumpers how to jump rope.
[D] To help the jumpers to be ready to play.
[E] To make the jumpers jump as quickly as they can.
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[B]
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[
"[A]",
"[C]",
"[D]",
"[E]"
] |
[
"[A] provide concrete evidence",
"[C] To teach the jumpers how to jump rope.",
"[D] To help the jumpers to be ready to play.",
"[E] To make the jumpers jump as quickly as they can."
] |
[D] To help the jumpers to be ready to play.
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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Chinese Jump Rope is a challenging game played by anyone anywhere. The simple rules test the skill and coordination of all players. RULES A jumper jumps until a jumping mistake is made. * A mistake can be made if a jumper jumps "out" instead of "in". * A mistake is also made if a jumper touches the rope incorrectly in the game. * After making a mistake, the jumper trades positions with an ender. The jumper starts from the very beginning of the game on the next turn. Every Chinese Jump Rope game begins with the rope held in basic position. ENDERS * Face each other and step inside the rope. * Place the rope around the ankles. * Step back until the rope is _ * Two parallel jumping lines, about 12 inches (30 cm) apart, are stretched between the enders. * The jumper stands outside the rope, ready to play. "IN" * Jump both feet inside the rope. "ON" Jump both feet on top of the rope. The left foot lands on the left rope;, the right foot lands on the right rope. "OUT" *Jump both feet from the middle to the outside of the rope. Feet land together on one side. "SIDE OUT" *Jump over both ropes from one side. Both feet land together on the other side of the rope. "SIDE-TO-SIDE" Jump quickly side-to-side. Both feet start "out" from one side of the ropes. *Jump side: The left foot lands outside the left rope. The right foot lands inside the rope. *Jump side again quickly: The left foot lands inside the rope. The right foot lands outside the right rope. Jumpers call the steps out loud while jumping. Calling helps the jumpers remember the "pattern" of the jumps! Practice "jumping steps" with these simple jumping games! Why do the jumpers call the steps out loud while jumping?
[A] provide concrete evidence
[B] To remind the jumpers of the "pattern" of the jumps.
[C] To teach the jumpers how to jump rope.
[D] To help the jumpers to be ready to play.
[E] To make the jumpers jump as quickly as they can.
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Paul was a student with a lot of problems.He hated school.He didn't like living with his family in the industrial city of Pittsburgh.Paul wanted to be surrounded by beautiful things.He loved his part--time job as an usher at the concert hall.He helped people find their seats before the concert.Then he could listen to the music and dream of exciting places. Paul also spent a,lot of time at the local theater.He knew many of the actors who worked there. He used to do little jobs for them.And they would let him see plays for free.Paul had little time left for his studies.So he was always in trouble with his teachers.Finally,Paul's teachers complained again to his father.His father took him out of school and made him take a job in a large company.He would not let Paul go near the concert hall or the theater. Paul did not like his job as a messenger boy.He began to plan his escape.A few weeks later,Paul's boss,Mister Denny,gave Paul a large amount of money to take to the bank.He told Paul to hurry because it was Friday afternoon.He said the bank would close soon and would not open again until Monday.At the bank,Paul took the money out of his pocket.It was five thousand dollars.Paul put the money back in his coat pocket.And he walked out of the bank.He went to the train station and bought a one--way ticket for New York City.That afternoon Paul left Pittsburgh forever. Why did Paul love his part-time job as an usher?
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[
"He liked to do part--time jobs.",
"He could learn to be an actor.",
"He could enjoy music and plays.",
"He liked to work for actors."
] | 2
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a) He could enjoy music and plays.
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a) He could enjoy music and plays.
b) He liked to work for actors.
c) A silver spoon
d) He could learn to be an actor.
e) He liked to do part--time jobs.
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a)
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[
"b)",
"c)",
"d)",
"e)"
] |
[
"b) He liked to work for actors.",
"c) A silver spoon",
"d) He could learn to be an actor.",
"e) He liked to do part--time jobs."
] |
c) A silver spoon
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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Paul was a student with a lot of problems.He hated school.He didn't like living with his family in the industrial city of Pittsburgh.Paul wanted to be surrounded by beautiful things.He loved his part--time job as an usher at the concert hall.He helped people find their seats before the concert.Then he could listen to the music and dream of exciting places. Paul also spent a,lot of time at the local theater.He knew many of the actors who worked there. He used to do little jobs for them.And they would let him see plays for free.Paul had little time left for his studies.So he was always in trouble with his teachers.Finally,Paul's teachers complained again to his father.His father took him out of school and made him take a job in a large company.He would not let Paul go near the concert hall or the theater. Paul did not like his job as a messenger boy.He began to plan his escape.A few weeks later,Paul's boss,Mister Denny,gave Paul a large amount of money to take to the bank.He told Paul to hurry because it was Friday afternoon.He said the bank would close soon and would not open again until Monday.At the bank,Paul took the money out of his pocket.It was five thousand dollars.Paul put the money back in his coat pocket.And he walked out of the bank.He went to the train station and bought a one--way ticket for New York City.That afternoon Paul left Pittsburgh forever. Why did Paul love his part-time job as an usher?
a) He could enjoy music and plays.
b) He liked to work for actors.
c) A silver spoon
d) He could learn to be an actor.
e) He liked to do part--time jobs.
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Although we already know a great deal about flu, and although the World Health Organizations is constantly collecting detailed information from its chain of flu reference laboratories throughout the world, it is extremely difficult for epidemiologists, who study infectious diseases, to predict when and where the next flu epidemic will occur, and how serious it will be. There are three kinds of flu virus, known as A, B and C. flu C virus is ly stable and causes mild infections that do not spread far through the population. The A and B types are unstable, and are responsible for the epidemics that cause frequent concern. Following any virus attack, the human body builds up antibodies which can be changed into immunity to that type of virus but a virus with the ability to change its character is able to bypass this protection. Variability is less developed in the flu B virus, which affects only human beings. As flu B virus may cause a widespread epidemic but will have little effect if introduced into the same community soon afterwards, since nearly everyone will have built up antibodies and will be immune. The flu A virus, which affects animals also, is extremely unstable and is responsible for some of the worst outbreaks of the disease, such as the world epidemic, of 1918&1919, when about half the world's population were infected and about twenty million people died, some from pneumonia caused by the virus itself and some from secondary complication caused by bacteria. Accurate prediction is difficult because of the complication of the factors. A particular virus may be related to one to which some of the population have partial involved immunity. The extent to which it will spread will depend on factors such as its own strength, or virulence , the ease with which it can be transmitted and the strength of the opposition it encounters . Scientists, however, have a reliable general picture of the world situation. Which of the following is the most appropriate title for the passage?
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[
"Symptoms of Flu",
"Man Vs Flu Virus",
"WHO: The Major Organization against Flu Virus",
"Variability of Flu Virus"
] | 1
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college_medicine
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[c] Man Vs Flu Virus
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[a] Variability of Flu Virus
[b] Symptoms of Flu
[c] Man Vs Flu Virus
[d] WHO: The Major Organization against Flu Virus
[e] The Lighthouse of Alexandria was in Egypt.
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[c]
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[
"[a]",
"[b]",
"[d]",
"[e]"
] |
[
"[a] Variability of Flu Virus",
"[b] Symptoms of Flu",
"[d] WHO: The Major Organization against Flu Virus",
"[e] The Lighthouse of Alexandria was in Egypt."
] |
[a] Variability of Flu Virus
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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Although we already know a great deal about flu, and although the World Health Organizations is constantly collecting detailed information from its chain of flu reference laboratories throughout the world, it is extremely difficult for epidemiologists, who study infectious diseases, to predict when and where the next flu epidemic will occur, and how serious it will be. There are three kinds of flu virus, known as A, B and C. flu C virus is ly stable and causes mild infections that do not spread far through the population. The A and B types are unstable, and are responsible for the epidemics that cause frequent concern. Following any virus attack, the human body builds up antibodies which can be changed into immunity to that type of virus but a virus with the ability to change its character is able to bypass this protection. Variability is less developed in the flu B virus, which affects only human beings. As flu B virus may cause a widespread epidemic but will have little effect if introduced into the same community soon afterwards, since nearly everyone will have built up antibodies and will be immune. The flu A virus, which affects animals also, is extremely unstable and is responsible for some of the worst outbreaks of the disease, such as the world epidemic, of 1918&1919, when about half the world's population were infected and about twenty million people died, some from pneumonia caused by the virus itself and some from secondary complication caused by bacteria. Accurate prediction is difficult because of the complication of the factors. A particular virus may be related to one to which some of the population have partial involved immunity. The extent to which it will spread will depend on factors such as its own strength, or virulence , the ease with which it can be transmitted and the strength of the opposition it encounters . Scientists, however, have a reliable general picture of the world situation. Which of the following is the most appropriate title for the passage?
[a] Variability of Flu Virus
[b] Symptoms of Flu
[c] Man Vs Flu Virus
[d] WHO: The Major Organization against Flu Virus
[e] The Lighthouse of Alexandria was in Egypt.
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When you're lying on the white sands of the Mexican Rivera, thestresses of the world seem a million miles away. Hey, stop! This is no vacation--you have to finish something. Here lies the problem for travel writer and foodcritic Edie Jarolim. "I always loved traveling and always liked to eat, but it never occurred to me that I could make money doing both of those things," Jarolim said. Now you can read her travel advice everywhere--- inArts and Antiques, inBrides, or in one of her three books,The Complete Idiot Travel Guide to Mexican Beach Resorts. Her job in travel writing began some eight years ago. After getting a PhD in English in Canada, she took a test for Frommer's travel guides, passed it, and got the job. After working at Frommer's, Jarolim worked for a while at Rough Guides in London, then Fodor's where she fell so in love with a description of the Southwest of the U.S. that she moved there. Now as a travel writer, she spends one-third of her year on the road. The rest of the time is spent completing her tasks and writing reviews of restaurants at home in Tucson, Arizona. As adventurous as the job sounds, the hard part is fact-checking all the information. Sure, it's great to write about a tourist attraction, but you'd better get the local museum hours correct or you could really ruin someone's vacation. What would be the best title for the text?
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[
"Adventures in Travel Writing",
"Working as a Food Critic",
"Travel Guides on the Market",
"Vacationing for a Living"
] | 3
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miscellaneous
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b. Vacationing for a Living
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a. Travel Guides on the Market
b. Vacationing for a Living
c. Working as a Food Critic
d. China Telecom brings in more taxes of all the companies
e. Adventures in Travel Writing
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b.
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[
"a.",
"c.",
"d.",
"e."
] |
[
"a. Travel Guides on the Market",
"c. Working as a Food Critic",
"d. China Telecom brings in more taxes of all the companies",
"e. Adventures in Travel Writing"
] |
e. Adventures in Travel Writing
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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When you're lying on the white sands of the Mexican Rivera, thestresses of the world seem a million miles away. Hey, stop! This is no vacation--you have to finish something. Here lies the problem for travel writer and foodcritic Edie Jarolim. "I always loved traveling and always liked to eat, but it never occurred to me that I could make money doing both of those things," Jarolim said. Now you can read her travel advice everywhere--- inArts and Antiques, inBrides, or in one of her three books,The Complete Idiot Travel Guide to Mexican Beach Resorts. Her job in travel writing began some eight years ago. After getting a PhD in English in Canada, she took a test for Frommer's travel guides, passed it, and got the job. After working at Frommer's, Jarolim worked for a while at Rough Guides in London, then Fodor's where she fell so in love with a description of the Southwest of the U.S. that she moved there. Now as a travel writer, she spends one-third of her year on the road. The rest of the time is spent completing her tasks and writing reviews of restaurants at home in Tucson, Arizona. As adventurous as the job sounds, the hard part is fact-checking all the information. Sure, it's great to write about a tourist attraction, but you'd better get the local museum hours correct or you could really ruin someone's vacation. What would be the best title for the text?
a. Travel Guides on the Market
b. Vacationing for a Living
c. Working as a Food Critic
d. China Telecom brings in more taxes of all the companies
e. Adventures in Travel Writing
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What's the meaning of "dark horse"? It's someone who wins when no one expects it. Han Xiaopeng took China's first gold on snow. He became an Olympic "dark horse" by winning the gold medal in men's freestyle aerial skiing at Turin in Italy. He made two almost perfect jumps for the highest score. Han had never won a world gold medal before, let alone in the Olympics! "I never thought this would happen," said the 23-year-old. "I feel like I'm in a dream." It's China's second gold medal at the Turin Olympics. But more important, Han's gold was the country's first ever in a snow sport. In 2002, China's Yang Yang won the gold for speed skating at the winter Olympics in Salt Lake City, US. That Han's win was unexpected doesn't mean that he didn't work hard. Han grew up in Jiangsu Province. Before he started his training on snow, he used to be an acrobat at a circus. In 1995, a coach found his talent . The coach, Yang Er'qi, said Han had the agility and courage to be a ski jumper. When Yang first took the 12-year-old to northern China, the boy couldn't swim, skate or ski. But he wasn't afraid of the high platform and kept on training. Han almost left the sport after hurting his knee months before the Salt Lake Games. In that Olympics he only got 24th. "I was hopeless at that time, but my family and the coach stood firmly behind me, helping me through," he recalled. Han Xiaopeng worked so hard that he won the gold medal in the Olympics at last. Because of his success, more and more people in China are becoming interested in skiing. We are proud of him and we hope he will have another big success in the next winter Olympics. Where did Han Xiaopeng take China's first gold on snow?
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[
"In China",
"In Italy.",
"In America.",
"In Australia."
] | 1
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miscellaneous
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3. In Italy.
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1. One can work best if given full freedom.
2. In Australia.
3. In Italy.
4. In America.
5. In China
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3.
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[
"1.",
"2.",
"4.",
"5."
] |
[
"1. One can work best if given full freedom.",
"2. In Australia.",
"4. In America.",
"5. In China"
] |
1. One can work best if given full freedom.
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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What's the meaning of "dark horse"? It's someone who wins when no one expects it. Han Xiaopeng took China's first gold on snow. He became an Olympic "dark horse" by winning the gold medal in men's freestyle aerial skiing at Turin in Italy. He made two almost perfect jumps for the highest score. Han had never won a world gold medal before, let alone in the Olympics! "I never thought this would happen," said the 23-year-old. "I feel like I'm in a dream." It's China's second gold medal at the Turin Olympics. But more important, Han's gold was the country's first ever in a snow sport. In 2002, China's Yang Yang won the gold for speed skating at the winter Olympics in Salt Lake City, US. That Han's win was unexpected doesn't mean that he didn't work hard. Han grew up in Jiangsu Province. Before he started his training on snow, he used to be an acrobat at a circus. In 1995, a coach found his talent . The coach, Yang Er'qi, said Han had the agility and courage to be a ski jumper. When Yang first took the 12-year-old to northern China, the boy couldn't swim, skate or ski. But he wasn't afraid of the high platform and kept on training. Han almost left the sport after hurting his knee months before the Salt Lake Games. In that Olympics he only got 24th. "I was hopeless at that time, but my family and the coach stood firmly behind me, helping me through," he recalled. Han Xiaopeng worked so hard that he won the gold medal in the Olympics at last. Because of his success, more and more people in China are becoming interested in skiing. We are proud of him and we hope he will have another big success in the next winter Olympics. Where did Han Xiaopeng take China's first gold on snow?
1. One can work best if given full freedom.
2. In Australia.
3. In Italy.
4. In America.
5. In China
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Everyone has heard of the San Andreas fault , which constantly threatens California and the West Coast with earthquakes. But how many people know about the equally serious New Madrid fault in Missouri? Between December of 1811 and February of 1812, three major earthquakes occurred, all centered around the town of New Madrid, Missouri, on the Mississippi River. Property damage was severe. Buildings in the area were almost destroyed. Whole forests fell at once, and huge cracks opened in the ground, releasing some strong smell chemicals. The Mississippi River itself completely changed character, developing sudden rapids and whirlpools . Several times it changed its course, and once, according to some observers, it actually appeared to run backwards. Few people were killed in the New Marid earthquakes, probably simply because few people lived in the area in 1811; but the severity of the earthquakes are shown by the fact that the shock waves rang bells in church towers in Charleston, South Carolina, on the coast. Buildings shook in New York City, and clocks were stopped in Washington, D.C. Scientists now know that America's two major faults are essentially different. The San Andreas is a horizontal boundary between two major land masses that are slowly moving in opposite directions. California earthquakes result when the two masses make a sudden move. The New Madrid fault, on the other hand, is a vertical fault; at some points, possibly hundreds of millions of years ago, rock was pushed up toward the surface, probably by volcanoes under the surface. Suddenly, the volcanoes cooled and the rock collapsed, leaving huge cracks. Even now, the rock continues to settle downwards, and sudden sinking motions cause earthquakes in the region. The fault itself, a large crack in this layer of rock, with dozens of other cracks that split off from it, extends from northeast Arkansas through Missouri and into southern Illinois. Scientists who have studied the New Madrid fault say there have been numerous smaller quakes in the area since 1811; these smaller quakes indicate that larger ones are probably coming, but the scientists say they have no method of predicting when a large earthquake will occur. This passage is mainly about _ .
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[
"current scientific knowledge about faults",
"the San Andreas and the New Madrid faults",
"the causes of faults",
"the New Madrid fault in Missouri"
] | 3
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high_school_geography
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2. the New Madrid fault in Missouri
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1. the causes of faults
2. the New Madrid fault in Missouri
3. We will be happy when we are old.
4. the San Andreas and the New Madrid faults
5. current scientific knowledge about faults
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2.
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[
"1.",
"3.",
"4.",
"5."
] |
[
"1. the causes of faults",
"3. We will be happy when we are old.",
"4. the San Andreas and the New Madrid faults",
"5. current scientific knowledge about faults"
] |
3. We will be happy when we are old.
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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Everyone has heard of the San Andreas fault , which constantly threatens California and the West Coast with earthquakes. But how many people know about the equally serious New Madrid fault in Missouri? Between December of 1811 and February of 1812, three major earthquakes occurred, all centered around the town of New Madrid, Missouri, on the Mississippi River. Property damage was severe. Buildings in the area were almost destroyed. Whole forests fell at once, and huge cracks opened in the ground, releasing some strong smell chemicals. The Mississippi River itself completely changed character, developing sudden rapids and whirlpools . Several times it changed its course, and once, according to some observers, it actually appeared to run backwards. Few people were killed in the New Marid earthquakes, probably simply because few people lived in the area in 1811; but the severity of the earthquakes are shown by the fact that the shock waves rang bells in church towers in Charleston, South Carolina, on the coast. Buildings shook in New York City, and clocks were stopped in Washington, D.C. Scientists now know that America's two major faults are essentially different. The San Andreas is a horizontal boundary between two major land masses that are slowly moving in opposite directions. California earthquakes result when the two masses make a sudden move. The New Madrid fault, on the other hand, is a vertical fault; at some points, possibly hundreds of millions of years ago, rock was pushed up toward the surface, probably by volcanoes under the surface. Suddenly, the volcanoes cooled and the rock collapsed, leaving huge cracks. Even now, the rock continues to settle downwards, and sudden sinking motions cause earthquakes in the region. The fault itself, a large crack in this layer of rock, with dozens of other cracks that split off from it, extends from northeast Arkansas through Missouri and into southern Illinois. Scientists who have studied the New Madrid fault say there have been numerous smaller quakes in the area since 1811; these smaller quakes indicate that larger ones are probably coming, but the scientists say they have no method of predicting when a large earthquake will occur. This passage is mainly about _ .
1. the causes of faults
2. the New Madrid fault in Missouri
3. We will be happy when we are old.
4. the San Andreas and the New Madrid faults
5. current scientific knowledge about faults
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By warranty deed, Marta conveyed Blackacre to Beth and Christine "as joint tenants with right of survivorship." Beth and Christine are not related. Beth conveyed all her interest to Eugenio by warranty deed and subsequently died intestate. Thereafter, Christine conveyed to Darin by warranty deed. There is no applicable statute, and the jurisdiction recognizes the common-law joint tenancy. Title to Blackacre is in
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[
"Darin.",
"Marta.",
"Darin and Eugenio. (C) Darin and Eugenio.",
"Darin and the heirs of Beth."
] | 2
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professional_law
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(b) Darin and Eugenio. (C) Darin and Eugenio.
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(a) Marta.
(b) Darin and Eugenio. (C) Darin and Eugenio.
(c) paper containers
(d) Darin.
(e) Darin and the heirs of Beth.
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(b)
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[
"(a)",
"(c)",
"(d)",
"(e)"
] |
[
"(a) Marta.",
"(c) paper containers",
"(d) Darin.",
"(e) Darin and the heirs of Beth."
] |
(a) Marta.
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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By warranty deed, Marta conveyed Blackacre to Beth and Christine "as joint tenants with right of survivorship." Beth and Christine are not related. Beth conveyed all her interest to Eugenio by warranty deed and subsequently died intestate. Thereafter, Christine conveyed to Darin by warranty deed. There is no applicable statute, and the jurisdiction recognizes the common-law joint tenancy. Title to Blackacre is in
(a) Marta.
(b) Darin and Eugenio. (C) Darin and Eugenio.
(c) paper containers
(d) Darin.
(e) Darin and the heirs of Beth.
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Welcome to Windsor Castle, the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world. Windsor is one of the official residences of the Queen, who sometimes stays here. Audio tours Free audio tours are available on leaving the Admission Centre at the start of your visit. There is a descriptive audio tour for blind and poor sighted visitors. Guided tours Visitors can explore the history of the Castle through a tour of the Precincts with an expert guide. Tours depart at regular intervals throughout the day from the Courtyard and finish at the entrance to the State Apartments. Visitors with children For those visiting with children, a special family tour and various activities are offered during school holidays and at weekends. Please note that, for safety reasons, pushchairs are not permitted in the State Apartments. However, baby carriers are available to borrow. St George's Chapel Visitors arriving at the Castle after 15:00 from March to October are advised to visit St George's Chapel first before it closes. Shopping Shops offer a wide range of souvenirs designed for the Royal Collection, including books, postcards, china, jewellery, and children's toys. Please ask at the Middle Ward shop about our home delivery service. Refreshments Bottled water can be purchased from the Courtyard and Middle Ward shops. From April to September ice cream is also available. Visitors wishing to leave the Castle for refreshments in the town may obtain reentry permits from the castle shops. Eating and drinking are not permitted in the State Apartments of St George's Chapel. Photography and mobile phones Non-commercial photography and filming are welcomed in the Castle. Photography, video recording and filming are not permitted inside the State Apartments of St George's Chapel. Mobile phones must be switched off inside the State Apartments and St George's Chapel in consideration of other visitors. Security As Windsor Castle is a _ , visitors and their belongings should get through airport-style security checks. For safety and security reasons a one-way system operates along the visitor route. Why are visitors required to turn off their mobile phones?
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[
"To ensure the safety of others",
"To ensure the security of the Castle",
"To prevent them from disturbing others",
"To prevent the use of the built-in cameras"
] | 2
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miscellaneous
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IV. To prevent them from disturbing others
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I. To ensure the safety of others
II. to show you how to shop on the Internet
III. To prevent the use of the built-in cameras
IV. To prevent them from disturbing others
V. To ensure the security of the Castle
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IV.
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[
"I.",
"II.",
"III.",
"V."
] |
[
"I. To ensure the safety of others",
"II. to show you how to shop on the Internet",
"III. To prevent the use of the built-in cameras",
"V. To ensure the security of the Castle"
] |
II. to show you how to shop on the Internet
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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Welcome to Windsor Castle, the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world. Windsor is one of the official residences of the Queen, who sometimes stays here. Audio tours Free audio tours are available on leaving the Admission Centre at the start of your visit. There is a descriptive audio tour for blind and poor sighted visitors. Guided tours Visitors can explore the history of the Castle through a tour of the Precincts with an expert guide. Tours depart at regular intervals throughout the day from the Courtyard and finish at the entrance to the State Apartments. Visitors with children For those visiting with children, a special family tour and various activities are offered during school holidays and at weekends. Please note that, for safety reasons, pushchairs are not permitted in the State Apartments. However, baby carriers are available to borrow. St George's Chapel Visitors arriving at the Castle after 15:00 from March to October are advised to visit St George's Chapel first before it closes. Shopping Shops offer a wide range of souvenirs designed for the Royal Collection, including books, postcards, china, jewellery, and children's toys. Please ask at the Middle Ward shop about our home delivery service. Refreshments Bottled water can be purchased from the Courtyard and Middle Ward shops. From April to September ice cream is also available. Visitors wishing to leave the Castle for refreshments in the town may obtain reentry permits from the castle shops. Eating and drinking are not permitted in the State Apartments of St George's Chapel. Photography and mobile phones Non-commercial photography and filming are welcomed in the Castle. Photography, video recording and filming are not permitted inside the State Apartments of St George's Chapel. Mobile phones must be switched off inside the State Apartments and St George's Chapel in consideration of other visitors. Security As Windsor Castle is a _ , visitors and their belongings should get through airport-style security checks. For safety and security reasons a one-way system operates along the visitor route. Why are visitors required to turn off their mobile phones?
I. To ensure the safety of others
II. to show you how to shop on the Internet
III. To prevent the use of the built-in cameras
IV. To prevent them from disturbing others
V. To ensure the security of the Castle
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Joann is testing soils to see which kind is best for growing marigolds. Which of the following should she do?
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[
"Plant the marigolds in the same soil, but water some plants more than others.",
"Plant the marigolds in one kind of soil, radishes in another, and daisies in a third kind.",
"Plant the marigolds three kinds of soil, and give them different amounts of sun.",
"Plant the marigolds in three kinds of soil, and give them the same amounts of water and sun."
] | 3
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college_biology
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[c] Plant the marigolds in three kinds of soil, and give them the same amounts of water and sun.
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[a] Plant the marigolds in one kind of soil, radishes in another, and daisies in a third kind.
[b] was a national hero
[c] Plant the marigolds in three kinds of soil, and give them the same amounts of water and sun.
[d] Plant the marigolds in the same soil, but water some plants more than others.
[e] Plant the marigolds three kinds of soil, and give them different amounts of sun.
|
[c]
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[
"[a]",
"[b]",
"[d]",
"[e]"
] |
[
"[a] Plant the marigolds in one kind of soil, radishes in another, and daisies in a third kind.",
"[b] was a national hero",
"[d] Plant the marigolds in the same soil, but water some plants more than others.",
"[e] Plant the marigolds three kinds of soil, and give them different amounts of sun."
] |
[a] Plant the marigolds in one kind of soil, radishes in another, and daisies in a third kind.
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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Joann is testing soils to see which kind is best for growing marigolds. Which of the following should she do?
[a] Plant the marigolds in one kind of soil, radishes in another, and daisies in a third kind.
[b] was a national hero
[c] Plant the marigolds in three kinds of soil, and give them the same amounts of water and sun.
[d] Plant the marigolds in the same soil, but water some plants more than others.
[e] Plant the marigolds three kinds of soil, and give them different amounts of sun.
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Dryden is on trial on a charge of driving while intoxicated. When Dryden was booked at the police station, a videotape was made that showed him unsteady, abusive, and speaking in a slurred manner. If the prosecutor lays a foundation properly identifying the tape, should the court admit it in evidence and permit it to be shown to the jury?
|
[
"Yes, because it is an admission. ",
"Yes, because its value is not substantially outweighed by unfair prejudice. ",
"No, because the privilege against selfincrimination is applicable. ",
"No, because specific instances of conduct cannot be proved by extrinsic evidence"
] | 1
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jurisprudence
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a. Yes, because its value is not substantially outweighed by unfair prejudice.
|
a. Yes, because its value is not substantially outweighed by unfair prejudice.
b. At a quarter past five in the afternoon,July 23rd.
c. Yes, because it is an admission.
d. No, because the privilege against selfincrimination is applicable.
e. No, because specific instances of conduct cannot be proved by extrinsic evidence
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a.
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[
"b.",
"c.",
"d.",
"e."
] |
[
"b. At a quarter past five in the afternoon,July 23rd.",
"c. Yes, because it is an admission. ",
"d. No, because the privilege against selfincrimination is applicable. ",
"e. No, because specific instances of conduct cannot be proved by extrinsic evidence"
] |
e. No, because specific instances of conduct cannot be proved by extrinsic evidence
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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Dryden is on trial on a charge of driving while intoxicated. When Dryden was booked at the police station, a videotape was made that showed him unsteady, abusive, and speaking in a slurred manner. If the prosecutor lays a foundation properly identifying the tape, should the court admit it in evidence and permit it to be shown to the jury?
a. Yes, because its value is not substantially outweighed by unfair prejudice.
b. At a quarter past five in the afternoon,July 23rd.
c. Yes, because it is an admission.
d. No, because the privilege against selfincrimination is applicable.
e. No, because specific instances of conduct cannot be proved by extrinsic evidence
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Americans have used colours to create many expressions they use every day. We say we're "in the pink" when we are in good health. It is easy to understand how this expression was born. When my face has a nice fresh, pink colour, it is a sign which shows my health is good. The colour green is natural for trees, it is an unnatural colour for humans. When someone doesn't feel well, for example, we say he looks green. When someone is angry because he doesn't have what someone else has, we say he is "green with envy". Some people are "green with envy" because someone else has more dollars, or "greenbacks". Dollars are called "greenback" because that's the colour of the backside of the money. Blue is a cool colour. The traditional blue music of American blacks is the opposite of red hot music. It is slow, sad and soulful . To be blue, of course, is to be sad. The colour black is often used in expressions. People describe a day in which everything goes wrong as a "black day". A "black sheep" is the member of a family or group who always seems to be in trouble. If someone meets a "black cat", something unlucky might happen to him. Not all the "black" expressions have bad meanings. A company "in the red" is losing money. If someone tells you to put someone "in black and white", they want you to write it down. After reading the passage, we can infer if someone "looks gray", he _ .
|
[
"looks well",
"may need a doctor",
"is healthy",
"is \"in the pink\""
] | 1
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miscellaneous
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[B] may need a doctor
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[A] is healthy
[B] may need a doctor
[C] looks well
[D] I succeeded at last
[E] is "in the pink"
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[B]
|
[
"[A]",
"[C]",
"[D]",
"[E]"
] |
[
"[A] is healthy",
"[C] looks well",
"[D] I succeeded at last",
"[E] is \"in the pink\""
] |
[C] looks well
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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Americans have used colours to create many expressions they use every day. We say we're "in the pink" when we are in good health. It is easy to understand how this expression was born. When my face has a nice fresh, pink colour, it is a sign which shows my health is good. The colour green is natural for trees, it is an unnatural colour for humans. When someone doesn't feel well, for example, we say he looks green. When someone is angry because he doesn't have what someone else has, we say he is "green with envy". Some people are "green with envy" because someone else has more dollars, or "greenbacks". Dollars are called "greenback" because that's the colour of the backside of the money. Blue is a cool colour. The traditional blue music of American blacks is the opposite of red hot music. It is slow, sad and soulful . To be blue, of course, is to be sad. The colour black is often used in expressions. People describe a day in which everything goes wrong as a "black day". A "black sheep" is the member of a family or group who always seems to be in trouble. If someone meets a "black cat", something unlucky might happen to him. Not all the "black" expressions have bad meanings. A company "in the red" is losing money. If someone tells you to put someone "in black and white", they want you to write it down. After reading the passage, we can infer if someone "looks gray", he _ .
[A] is healthy
[B] may need a doctor
[C] looks well
[D] I succeeded at last
[E] is "in the pink"
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The producer makes its own:
|
[
"body",
"sustenance",
"air",
"grass"
] | 1
|
management
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a) sustenance
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a) sustenance
b) Visiting sick people of the hospital.
c) grass
d) air
e) body
|
a)
|
[
"b)",
"c)",
"d)",
"e)"
] |
[
"b) Visiting sick people of the hospital.",
"c) grass",
"d) air",
"e) body"
] |
d) air
|
Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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The producer makes its own:
a) sustenance
b) Visiting sick people of the hospital.
c) grass
d) air
e) body
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A 51-year-old lawyer has moved back in with his mother-after giving up his Los Angeles home to a family of strangers for a year. Tony Tolbert looked for a family in need after his father set a glowing example when he was growing up by always welcoming people to stay in their spare room. "You don't have to be Bill Gates or Warren Buffet or Oprah," Tolbert told CBS. "We can do it wherever we are, with whatever we have, and for me, I have a home that I can make available. " His mother, Marie Tolbert, added, " He is go giving, and he's always been that way. " Tolbert went to Alexandria House, a shelter for homeless women and children, and came across Felicia Dukes, who lived in a single bedroom with three of her children. Her family had been separated as the shelter was just for children and her eldest son was unable to join them. Tolbert told the staff he wanted to bring the. family back together, and offered his home. The family has now moved into the three-bedroom, two-bathroom home - with Duke's oldest son. It is worth nearly $400,000, according to online estimates. "My heart just fills up with appreciation, " Dukes said, as she wiped away her tears. The heartwarming story comes after the report that l0-year-old Gracie McNulty, from England, served Christmas dinners t0 50 homeless people, achieving her fathers last Christmas wish. Her father Craig, 38, was a regular charity volunteer who had served breakfast to the homeless on Boxing Day. But as a roofer, he suffered serious head injuries when he fell while working. And 'he died soon after the accident in August. "It's been the best Christmas ever, " Cracie said. "I was just at school feeling sad and so I decided I wanted to do something to make him proud and this felt like the perfect thing. " What's the author's purpose of writing this passage?
|
[
"To explain some puzzling events.",
"To introduce two inspiring stories.",
"To call on people to help others in need.",
"To show there are still poor people."
] | 1
|
miscellaneous
|
[a] To introduce two inspiring stories.
|
[a] To introduce two inspiring stories.
[b] all official has nothing to do but cycle there
[c] To explain some puzzling events.
[d] To show there are still poor people.
[e] To call on people to help others in need.
|
[a]
|
[
"[b]",
"[c]",
"[d]",
"[e]"
] |
[
"[b] all official has nothing to do but cycle there",
"[c] To explain some puzzling events.",
"[d] To show there are still poor people.",
"[e] To call on people to help others in need."
] |
[c] To explain some puzzling events.
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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A 51-year-old lawyer has moved back in with his mother-after giving up his Los Angeles home to a family of strangers for a year. Tony Tolbert looked for a family in need after his father set a glowing example when he was growing up by always welcoming people to stay in their spare room. "You don't have to be Bill Gates or Warren Buffet or Oprah," Tolbert told CBS. "We can do it wherever we are, with whatever we have, and for me, I have a home that I can make available. " His mother, Marie Tolbert, added, " He is go giving, and he's always been that way. " Tolbert went to Alexandria House, a shelter for homeless women and children, and came across Felicia Dukes, who lived in a single bedroom with three of her children. Her family had been separated as the shelter was just for children and her eldest son was unable to join them. Tolbert told the staff he wanted to bring the. family back together, and offered his home. The family has now moved into the three-bedroom, two-bathroom home - with Duke's oldest son. It is worth nearly $400,000, according to online estimates. "My heart just fills up with appreciation, " Dukes said, as she wiped away her tears. The heartwarming story comes after the report that l0-year-old Gracie McNulty, from England, served Christmas dinners t0 50 homeless people, achieving her fathers last Christmas wish. Her father Craig, 38, was a regular charity volunteer who had served breakfast to the homeless on Boxing Day. But as a roofer, he suffered serious head injuries when he fell while working. And 'he died soon after the accident in August. "It's been the best Christmas ever, " Cracie said. "I was just at school feeling sad and so I decided I wanted to do something to make him proud and this felt like the perfect thing. " What's the author's purpose of writing this passage?
[a] To introduce two inspiring stories.
[b] all official has nothing to do but cycle there
[c] To explain some puzzling events.
[d] To show there are still poor people.
[e] To call on people to help others in need.
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Qian Xuesen is one of the pioneers of China's space science. As a world-famous expert on aerospace rockets and aerodynamics, he obtained great achievements in the areas of applied mechanics, engineering cybernetics and system engineering and made distinguished contributions to the foundation and development of Chinese aerospace undertaking . He graduated from Shanghai Jiaotong University in 1934, and Qian Xuesen went to the United States to study in MIT, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, one year later. After receiving master's degree in MIT, he went to study in California Institute of Technology and received PhD degrees in both aerospace and mathematics. In 1955, six years after the founding of People's Republic of China, Qian Xuesen returned to his motherland. His return brought China the hope of developing space science and its own missiles. In 1956, Qian Xuesen put forward "Proposal on the Development of China's Aviation Industry for National Defense". With the support from Zhou Enlai, the premier, and marshal Nie Rongzheng, Qian Xuesen began to prepare for the establishment of China's first missile and rocket research and development structure, the Fifth Research Institute of State Ministry of Defense. Henceforth , he has long been in charge of the chief technological research and development of China's missile, rocket and spacecraft. Due to research and development led by Qian Xuesen, China successfully exploded its first atom bomb in 1964. Later, China launched its first man-made satellite, Dong Fang Hong I, to the earth orbit on April 24, 1970, becoming the fifth country in the world to independently launch satellite following the former Union of Soviet Socialist Republics, the USA, France and Japan. The satellite floated around the earth, blaring the song Dong Fang Hong, which has the same name as the satellite. As a _ leading the development of China's aerospace science and technology, Qian Xuesen also provided chances for young scientists. Wang Yongzhi, former chief designer of China's manned-space project, has benefited a lot from Qian Xuesen. "He suggested that rocket of the second generation should be developed by our second generation scientists. This suggestion gave us chances to be general designers." Recalling the experience working with Qian Xuesen, Sun Jiadong, general designer of China's lunar orbiter project, is very grateful. "He put great expectation on us and trusted us a lot. Whenever we made mistakes, he seldom blamed us, but helped us to find out the reason so we could avoid it in the future." Honored as Father of China's Missile and King of Rockets, Qian Xuesen never stopped his work on scientific research after he retired. He said he had no time to review the past, but looked forward to the future. When did Qian xuesen begin to study in Massachusetts Institute of Technology?
|
[
"In 1955.",
"In 1935.",
"In 1936.",
"In 1934."
] | 1
|
college_computer_science
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b) In 1935.
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a) Overspeeding from Drunk Driving
b) In 1935.
c) In 1936.
d) In 1955.
e) In 1934.
|
b)
|
[
"a)",
"c)",
"d)",
"e)"
] |
[
"a) Overspeeding from Drunk Driving",
"c) In 1936.",
"d) In 1955.",
"e) In 1934."
] |
e) In 1934.
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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Qian Xuesen is one of the pioneers of China's space science. As a world-famous expert on aerospace rockets and aerodynamics, he obtained great achievements in the areas of applied mechanics, engineering cybernetics and system engineering and made distinguished contributions to the foundation and development of Chinese aerospace undertaking . He graduated from Shanghai Jiaotong University in 1934, and Qian Xuesen went to the United States to study in MIT, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, one year later. After receiving master's degree in MIT, he went to study in California Institute of Technology and received PhD degrees in both aerospace and mathematics. In 1955, six years after the founding of People's Republic of China, Qian Xuesen returned to his motherland. His return brought China the hope of developing space science and its own missiles. In 1956, Qian Xuesen put forward "Proposal on the Development of China's Aviation Industry for National Defense". With the support from Zhou Enlai, the premier, and marshal Nie Rongzheng, Qian Xuesen began to prepare for the establishment of China's first missile and rocket research and development structure, the Fifth Research Institute of State Ministry of Defense. Henceforth , he has long been in charge of the chief technological research and development of China's missile, rocket and spacecraft. Due to research and development led by Qian Xuesen, China successfully exploded its first atom bomb in 1964. Later, China launched its first man-made satellite, Dong Fang Hong I, to the earth orbit on April 24, 1970, becoming the fifth country in the world to independently launch satellite following the former Union of Soviet Socialist Republics, the USA, France and Japan. The satellite floated around the earth, blaring the song Dong Fang Hong, which has the same name as the satellite. As a _ leading the development of China's aerospace science and technology, Qian Xuesen also provided chances for young scientists. Wang Yongzhi, former chief designer of China's manned-space project, has benefited a lot from Qian Xuesen. "He suggested that rocket of the second generation should be developed by our second generation scientists. This suggestion gave us chances to be general designers." Recalling the experience working with Qian Xuesen, Sun Jiadong, general designer of China's lunar orbiter project, is very grateful. "He put great expectation on us and trusted us a lot. Whenever we made mistakes, he seldom blamed us, but helped us to find out the reason so we could avoid it in the future." Honored as Father of China's Missile and King of Rockets, Qian Xuesen never stopped his work on scientific research after he retired. He said he had no time to review the past, but looked forward to the future. When did Qian xuesen begin to study in Massachusetts Institute of Technology?
a) Overspeeding from Drunk Driving
b) In 1935.
c) In 1936.
d) In 1955.
e) In 1934.
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Karen Finley was born in the U.S. in 1956. When she was only fourteen, she became interested in performing. She graduated from a performing arts school in 1981 and then began to perform in theaters. In her performances, she showed people some of the problems in the world. Karen's The Constant State of Desire was first performed at The Kitchen in New York City in 1986. In this performance she wanted people to notice some of the difficult experienced women have because of men. It soon because controversial . Many people did not feel comfortable with the performance. They thought that Karen hated men to much and was out of control. She was strongly criticized by the newspapers. But some other people thought differently and spoke for her. They said that they felt the experiences Karen showed in this performance were true to life. Karen hoped that people would think about the sad stories that happen every day. She believed people would understand her and learn some lessons if they could "read"her performances more carefully. What did Karen Finley want to do by performing?
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[
"To make more friends.",
"To become a superstar.",
"To show people her ideas.",
"To make money for poor women."
] | 2
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a. To show people her ideas.
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a. To show people her ideas.
b. 10:00
c. To make money for poor women.
d. To become a superstar.
e. To make more friends.
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[
"b.",
"c.",
"d.",
"e."
] |
[
"b. 10:00",
"c. To make money for poor women.",
"d. To become a superstar.",
"e. To make more friends."
] |
c. To make money for poor women.
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Karen Finley was born in the U.S. in 1956. When she was only fourteen, she became interested in performing. She graduated from a performing arts school in 1981 and then began to perform in theaters. In her performances, she showed people some of the problems in the world. Karen's The Constant State of Desire was first performed at The Kitchen in New York City in 1986. In this performance she wanted people to notice some of the difficult experienced women have because of men. It soon because controversial . Many people did not feel comfortable with the performance. They thought that Karen hated men to much and was out of control. She was strongly criticized by the newspapers. But some other people thought differently and spoke for her. They said that they felt the experiences Karen showed in this performance were true to life. Karen hoped that people would think about the sad stories that happen every day. She believed people would understand her and learn some lessons if they could "read"her performances more carefully. What did Karen Finley want to do by performing?
a. To show people her ideas.
b. 10:00
c. To make money for poor women.
d. To become a superstar.
e. To make more friends.
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The summer vacation is over. It's true that time flies. In the vacation, the weather was very hot, but I enjoyed myself. I did my homework in the morning. I got up at 6:30a.m. and took a walk in the garden for half an hour. After breakfast I began reading English and Chinese and did some math exercises. It usually took me three hours or more. I worked quite hard and I made great progress . I spent the afternoon outside. I went swimming and it was fun. I would not go home until it was about five or six o'clock. Sometimes my friends came to see me and we spent some time listening to music. In this way I spent my vacation happily. I not only studied hard, but also became a good swimmer. Now I'm in good health and high spirits . The writer spent most of the afternoon _ .
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[
"listening to music",
"visiting his friends",
"walking in the garden",
"swimming"
] | 3
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miscellaneous
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c. swimming
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a. The importance of learning English.
b. visiting his friends
c. swimming
d. listening to music
e. walking in the garden
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c.
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[
"a.",
"b.",
"d.",
"e."
] |
[
"a. The importance of learning English.",
"b. visiting his friends",
"d. listening to music",
"e. walking in the garden"
] |
b. visiting his friends
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The summer vacation is over. It's true that time flies. In the vacation, the weather was very hot, but I enjoyed myself. I did my homework in the morning. I got up at 6:30a.m. and took a walk in the garden for half an hour. After breakfast I began reading English and Chinese and did some math exercises. It usually took me three hours or more. I worked quite hard and I made great progress . I spent the afternoon outside. I went swimming and it was fun. I would not go home until it was about five or six o'clock. Sometimes my friends came to see me and we spent some time listening to music. In this way I spent my vacation happily. I not only studied hard, but also became a good swimmer. Now I'm in good health and high spirits . The writer spent most of the afternoon _ .
a. The importance of learning English.
b. visiting his friends
c. swimming
d. listening to music
e. walking in the garden
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How do you know if your home is an easy aim for thefts ? Around the holidays, many families don' t consider taking proper measures to prevent t heir homes from suffering holiday thefts. With just a few simple steps, you can better make sure of the safety of your home during all of the holiday celebrations. Here are a few tips for making it difficult to tell you are away from home. * Either have a trusted neighbor pick up your mail and newspapers, or tell your mailperson to hold your mail until you return. Nothing says"Hey, we are not home! "like when your postbox is filled with all kinds of mails and you have many different newspapers in your driveway. * Set several different lights in your house on random timers .Don' t leave your outdoor lights on all the time. Instead, put your outside lights on timers to be on during the nights. If an outdoor light remains on for days at a time, it means that nobody is home to turn it off. * If you have pets that you are not taking with you on vacation, leave them with a friend, rather than having someo ne come into your house every day to take care of them. When thefts see a neighbor or friend entering your house every day, they will know you are not home. * Close all your curtains when you leave town. This is effective to deter possible thefts, as no one can see what is in your house. If they don' t know what there is to take, then the risk is even greater for them to break in. * This article just has suggested a few tips to help you keep your house safe while you are on holiday. Nothing can truly protect your home unless you have it monitore d by a professional home security system. If you are on holiday in other places, the lights in your house should _ .
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[
"be lit in an irregular way",
"be kept on all the night",
"be replaced by random timers",
"be turned on only once one day"
] | 0
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computer_security
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4) be lit in an irregular way
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1) They will be forbidden from visiting the bookstore again.
2) be replaced by random timers
3) be kept on all the night
4) be lit in an irregular way
5) be turned on only once one day
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4)
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[
"1)",
"2)",
"3)",
"5)"
] |
[
"1) They will be forbidden from visiting the bookstore again.",
"2) be replaced by random timers",
"3) be kept on all the night",
"5) be turned on only once one day"
] |
2) be replaced by random timers
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How do you know if your home is an easy aim for thefts ? Around the holidays, many families don' t consider taking proper measures to prevent t heir homes from suffering holiday thefts. With just a few simple steps, you can better make sure of the safety of your home during all of the holiday celebrations. Here are a few tips for making it difficult to tell you are away from home. * Either have a trusted neighbor pick up your mail and newspapers, or tell your mailperson to hold your mail until you return. Nothing says"Hey, we are not home! "like when your postbox is filled with all kinds of mails and you have many different newspapers in your driveway. * Set several different lights in your house on random timers .Don' t leave your outdoor lights on all the time. Instead, put your outside lights on timers to be on during the nights. If an outdoor light remains on for days at a time, it means that nobody is home to turn it off. * If you have pets that you are not taking with you on vacation, leave them with a friend, rather than having someo ne come into your house every day to take care of them. When thefts see a neighbor or friend entering your house every day, they will know you are not home. * Close all your curtains when you leave town. This is effective to deter possible thefts, as no one can see what is in your house. If they don' t know what there is to take, then the risk is even greater for them to break in. * This article just has suggested a few tips to help you keep your house safe while you are on holiday. Nothing can truly protect your home unless you have it monitore d by a professional home security system. If you are on holiday in other places, the lights in your house should _ .
1) They will be forbidden from visiting the bookstore again.
2) be replaced by random timers
3) be kept on all the night
4) be lit in an irregular way
5) be turned on only once one day
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When you're surfing the Internet on your laptop from your dorm or home, do you know your personal details are being gathered secretly? And would you be surprised to know the information may be sold cheaply to advertisers and marketers? According to an investigation by The Wall Street Journal, all it takes is a tiny file in a computer-a single code consisting of a long series of numbers and letters to record the computer user's age, gender, location, favorite movies and hobbies. The newspaper reports that Lotame Solutions Inc., a New York company, uses sophisticated software called a " beacon" to capture what people are typing on a website. Lotame packages that data into profiles about individuals, only without their names, and sells the profiles to companies seeking customers. Batches of such data may be sold for a few dollars. The Wall Street Journal survey discovered that spying on Internet users is one of the fastest-growing businesses on the World Wide Web. The "cookie" a tiny text file put on your PC by websites or marketing firms which might be used to remember your. preferences for one site, or to track you across many sites is already old news. There are new and more complex tools such as "beacons " which scan in real time what people are doing on a webpage. These beacons instantly assess the Internet user's location, income, shopping interests and even medical conditions. Millions of Internet users around the world also face unprecedented threats. Private, sensitive, personal and business information is being gathered and sold without their knowledge. Companies insist the information they gather is anonymous and the data is used harmlessly. But the technology has grown so powerful that even some of the biggest websites in the US don't know that they were installing intrusive files on visitors' computers. These include MSN. com and Yahoo. com. Next time you visit a webpage and find an ad banner advertising something you've been planning to buy, don't be amazed that your computer can read your mind. The purpose of the passage is to _ .
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[
"introduce a tiny file in a computer-a single code",
"show how your individual information was let out when you surf the Internet",
"show how to protect your privacy",
"introduce a sophisticated software called a \" beacon\""
] | 1
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computer_security
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4. show how your individual information was let out when you surf the Internet
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1. introduce a tiny file in a computer-a single code
2. show how to protect your privacy
3. oceans
4. show how your individual information was let out when you surf the Internet
5. introduce a sophisticated software called a " beacon"
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4.
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[
"1.",
"2.",
"3.",
"5."
] |
[
"1. introduce a tiny file in a computer-a single code",
"2. show how to protect your privacy",
"3. oceans",
"5. introduce a sophisticated software called a \" beacon\""
] |
3. oceans
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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When you're surfing the Internet on your laptop from your dorm or home, do you know your personal details are being gathered secretly? And would you be surprised to know the information may be sold cheaply to advertisers and marketers? According to an investigation by The Wall Street Journal, all it takes is a tiny file in a computer-a single code consisting of a long series of numbers and letters to record the computer user's age, gender, location, favorite movies and hobbies. The newspaper reports that Lotame Solutions Inc., a New York company, uses sophisticated software called a " beacon" to capture what people are typing on a website. Lotame packages that data into profiles about individuals, only without their names, and sells the profiles to companies seeking customers. Batches of such data may be sold for a few dollars. The Wall Street Journal survey discovered that spying on Internet users is one of the fastest-growing businesses on the World Wide Web. The "cookie" a tiny text file put on your PC by websites or marketing firms which might be used to remember your. preferences for one site, or to track you across many sites is already old news. There are new and more complex tools such as "beacons " which scan in real time what people are doing on a webpage. These beacons instantly assess the Internet user's location, income, shopping interests and even medical conditions. Millions of Internet users around the world also face unprecedented threats. Private, sensitive, personal and business information is being gathered and sold without their knowledge. Companies insist the information they gather is anonymous and the data is used harmlessly. But the technology has grown so powerful that even some of the biggest websites in the US don't know that they were installing intrusive files on visitors' computers. These include MSN. com and Yahoo. com. Next time you visit a webpage and find an ad banner advertising something you've been planning to buy, don't be amazed that your computer can read your mind. The purpose of the passage is to _ .
1. introduce a tiny file in a computer-a single code
2. show how to protect your privacy
3. oceans
4. show how your individual information was let out when you surf the Internet
5. introduce a sophisticated software called a " beacon"
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Drinking a lot of water does not do any good to the body, according to two experts in the United States. In fact, they warn, drinking too much water could be, in certain cases, harmful. In a study, Dr Stanly Goldfarb and Dr Dan Negoianu, both of the Renal, Electrolyte and Hypertension Division at the University of Pensylvania, the United States, have denied the popular belief that drinking a lot of water clears body toxins better, improves skin, and helps reduce weight. Dr Goldfarb and Dr Negoianu say that they found little proof to back the public opinion that drinking 8 glasses of water every day benefits health. At the same time, they fond little proof of harm in drinking 8 glasses of water every day. It is widely believed that in some cases-such as athletes, people who live in hot, dry environments, and those with certain medical conditions-drinking a lot of water indeed helps, but no studies have been done to prove the benefits of this practice in average, healthy people, the website medheadlines.com reports. The study at the University of Pennsylvania also examined reports that some people experienced increased headaches when their consumption of water was low. In one small study, which the doctors reviewed, the group drinking the most water reported fewer headaches than the control group, "but the difference in the number of headaches was o small between the two groups as to be considered unimportant." The researchers concluded that there is no scientific proof to support that average, healthy people need to drink at least 8 glasses of water each each day. The website medheadines.com says that, according to an Indian doctor, drinking too much water is harmful. If water enters the body more quickly than it can be removed, problems can occur. According to the passage, we know that _ .
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[
"the website medheadlnes.com is developed by an Indian doctor",
"the study was carried out by two experts with an Indian doctor",
"the two experts performed the study at the University of Pennsylvania",
"drinking 8 glasses of water every day can cure certain diseases"
] | 2
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college_medicine
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(d) the two experts performed the study at the University of Pennsylvania
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(a) drinking 8 glasses of water every day can cure certain diseases
(b) how to search for business chanses on the internet
(c) the website medheadlnes.com is developed by an Indian doctor
(d) the two experts performed the study at the University of Pennsylvania
(e) the study was carried out by two experts with an Indian doctor
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(d)
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[
"(a)",
"(b)",
"(c)",
"(e)"
] |
[
"(a) drinking 8 glasses of water every day can cure certain diseases",
"(b) how to search for business chanses on the internet",
"(c) the website medheadlnes.com is developed by an Indian doctor",
"(e) the study was carried out by two experts with an Indian doctor"
] |
(e) the study was carried out by two experts with an Indian doctor
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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Drinking a lot of water does not do any good to the body, according to two experts in the United States. In fact, they warn, drinking too much water could be, in certain cases, harmful. In a study, Dr Stanly Goldfarb and Dr Dan Negoianu, both of the Renal, Electrolyte and Hypertension Division at the University of Pensylvania, the United States, have denied the popular belief that drinking a lot of water clears body toxins better, improves skin, and helps reduce weight. Dr Goldfarb and Dr Negoianu say that they found little proof to back the public opinion that drinking 8 glasses of water every day benefits health. At the same time, they fond little proof of harm in drinking 8 glasses of water every day. It is widely believed that in some cases-such as athletes, people who live in hot, dry environments, and those with certain medical conditions-drinking a lot of water indeed helps, but no studies have been done to prove the benefits of this practice in average, healthy people, the website medheadlines.com reports. The study at the University of Pennsylvania also examined reports that some people experienced increased headaches when their consumption of water was low. In one small study, which the doctors reviewed, the group drinking the most water reported fewer headaches than the control group, "but the difference in the number of headaches was o small between the two groups as to be considered unimportant." The researchers concluded that there is no scientific proof to support that average, healthy people need to drink at least 8 glasses of water each each day. The website medheadines.com says that, according to an Indian doctor, drinking too much water is harmful. If water enters the body more quickly than it can be removed, problems can occur. According to the passage, we know that _ .
(a) drinking 8 glasses of water every day can cure certain diseases
(b) how to search for business chanses on the internet
(c) the website medheadlnes.com is developed by an Indian doctor
(d) the two experts performed the study at the University of Pennsylvania
(e) the study was carried out by two experts with an Indian doctor
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What happens to mother-daughter relationships when girls become teenagers. It seems that girls go from playing "dress up", to arguing with their mothers about how they should dress. When a girl is 3-4 years old they love to "dress up" in their mothers' clothes, put on their mothers' makeup, cook, and do whatever else their mother does. This is the time when she can be classified as being a mama's girl. How come girls change so much from childhood to the teenage years? Many parents seek the answer when their daughter becomes a teen. Often when a girl enters high school her behavior changes as well as her physical appearance. When I was young I always liked playing "dress up". It made me feel older and more like my mother. Even when I entered middle school, I still depended a lot on my mother to choose and buy my clothes. Once I entered high school there was a big change. To me, my mother's clothes were no longer "in fashion", and neither was her opinion. I started becoming interested in boys and tried to improve the way I looked. It was not that I wanted to look cool, I just wanted to look my age. This is the time that the mother-daughter relationship can take a turn. It's difficult for a mother to know that her daughter is no longer totally dependent on her. When the daughter starts wearing revealing clothing, dating, and just wanting to be more independent, a mother starts to feel left out, or not needed. The number of arguments increases, and the number of times when the mother and daughter get along happily decreases. When these things start to happen, it is a sign that the daughter wants her independence and the freedom to grow up. When you notice how much your relationship had changed, try to believe positive things come out of the change. Put all the negatives aside and concentrate on what your mother is feeling instead of just on what you're feeling. When it seems too hard to handle, take some quiet time and write out your feelings. Maybe at another time, you can share them with your mother and try to find a way to better your relationship as mother and daughter. If you don't feel comfortable sharing your feelings, at least write them down so you can get them out. It's better than keeping them bottled up inside. The girls would argue with their mothers because _ .
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[
"they need more independence",
"mothers want daughters to be mama's girls again",
"they think their mothers' clothes are no longer in fashion",
"all of the above"
] | 3
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human_sexuality
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iii. all of the above
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i. mothers want daughters to be mama's girls again
ii. they think their mothers' clothes are no longer in fashion
iii. all of the above
iv. they need more independence
v. many scientists argue that high technology is something but not everything.
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iii.
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[
"i.",
"ii.",
"iv.",
"v."
] |
[
"i. mothers want daughters to be mama's girls again",
"ii. they think their mothers' clothes are no longer in fashion",
"iv. they need more independence",
"v. many scientists argue that high technology is something but not everything."
] |
ii. they think their mothers' clothes are no longer in fashion
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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What happens to mother-daughter relationships when girls become teenagers. It seems that girls go from playing "dress up", to arguing with their mothers about how they should dress. When a girl is 3-4 years old they love to "dress up" in their mothers' clothes, put on their mothers' makeup, cook, and do whatever else their mother does. This is the time when she can be classified as being a mama's girl. How come girls change so much from childhood to the teenage years? Many parents seek the answer when their daughter becomes a teen. Often when a girl enters high school her behavior changes as well as her physical appearance. When I was young I always liked playing "dress up". It made me feel older and more like my mother. Even when I entered middle school, I still depended a lot on my mother to choose and buy my clothes. Once I entered high school there was a big change. To me, my mother's clothes were no longer "in fashion", and neither was her opinion. I started becoming interested in boys and tried to improve the way I looked. It was not that I wanted to look cool, I just wanted to look my age. This is the time that the mother-daughter relationship can take a turn. It's difficult for a mother to know that her daughter is no longer totally dependent on her. When the daughter starts wearing revealing clothing, dating, and just wanting to be more independent, a mother starts to feel left out, or not needed. The number of arguments increases, and the number of times when the mother and daughter get along happily decreases. When these things start to happen, it is a sign that the daughter wants her independence and the freedom to grow up. When you notice how much your relationship had changed, try to believe positive things come out of the change. Put all the negatives aside and concentrate on what your mother is feeling instead of just on what you're feeling. When it seems too hard to handle, take some quiet time and write out your feelings. Maybe at another time, you can share them with your mother and try to find a way to better your relationship as mother and daughter. If you don't feel comfortable sharing your feelings, at least write them down so you can get them out. It's better than keeping them bottled up inside. The girls would argue with their mothers because _ .
i. mothers want daughters to be mama's girls again
ii. they think their mothers' clothes are no longer in fashion
iii. all of the above
iv. they need more independence
v. many scientists argue that high technology is something but not everything.
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I often dreamed about Pisa when I was a boy .I read about the famous building called the Leaning Tower of Pisa. But when I read the word Pisa, I was thinking of pizza. I thought this tower was a place to buy pizza. It must be the best place to buy pizza in the world, I thought. Many years later finally saw the Leaning Tower . I knew then that it was Pisa and no pizza. But there was still something special about it for me. The tower got its name because it really does lean to one side. Some people want to try to fix it. They are afraid it may fall over and they don't like it leans over city. I do not think it's a good idea to try to fix it. The tower probably will not fall down. It is 600 years old. Why should anything happen to it now? And , if you ask me, I like what it looks like. To me it is a very human kind of leaning. Nothing is perfect, it seems to say. And who cares? Why do people want things to be perfect? Imperfect things may be more interesting. Let's take the tower in Pisa. Why is it so famous? There are many other older, more beautiful towers in Italy. But Pisa tower is the most famous. People come all over the world to see it. The writer _
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[
"doesn't like what the tower looks like",
"likes what the tower looks like",
"thinks it's the most beautiful tower in Italy",
"doesn't like towers"
] | 1
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high_school_world_history
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e. likes what the tower looks like
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a. thinks it's the most beautiful tower in Italy
b. Different beaches have different colors.
c. doesn't like what the tower looks like
d. doesn't like towers
e. likes what the tower looks like
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e.
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[
"a.",
"b.",
"c.",
"d."
] |
[
"a. thinks it's the most beautiful tower in Italy",
"b. Different beaches have different colors.",
"c. doesn't like what the tower looks like",
"d. doesn't like towers"
] |
d. doesn't like towers
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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I often dreamed about Pisa when I was a boy .I read about the famous building called the Leaning Tower of Pisa. But when I read the word Pisa, I was thinking of pizza. I thought this tower was a place to buy pizza. It must be the best place to buy pizza in the world, I thought. Many years later finally saw the Leaning Tower . I knew then that it was Pisa and no pizza. But there was still something special about it for me. The tower got its name because it really does lean to one side. Some people want to try to fix it. They are afraid it may fall over and they don't like it leans over city. I do not think it's a good idea to try to fix it. The tower probably will not fall down. It is 600 years old. Why should anything happen to it now? And , if you ask me, I like what it looks like. To me it is a very human kind of leaning. Nothing is perfect, it seems to say. And who cares? Why do people want things to be perfect? Imperfect things may be more interesting. Let's take the tower in Pisa. Why is it so famous? There are many other older, more beautiful towers in Italy. But Pisa tower is the most famous. People come all over the world to see it. The writer _
a. thinks it's the most beautiful tower in Italy
b. Different beaches have different colors.
c. doesn't like what the tower looks like
d. doesn't like towers
e. likes what the tower looks like
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Thirty years ago not many people would have dreamed of doing the repairs and decorations in their own homes. In those days labor was fairly cheap and most people would have thought it worthwhile to employ a professional painter and decorator, unless of course they were either very hand up or were in the trade themselves. Today, however, it is quite a different story. Men and women in all walks of life turn their hands to all sorts of jobs round the house including painting, papering, putting up shelves and wall units, and tiling walls and floors. Some people with no professional training of any kind have even successfully built their own houses. These jobs have been made easier today by the introduction of prepared materials, which require the minimum amount of skill to use. In every high street throughout Britain nowadays there is at least one "Do-It-Yourself" shop containing a vast range of timber, tiles, paints, wallpapers and floor coverings besides tools of every description including power drills and many accessories. "Do-It-Yourself" is a booming business; all these shops do a roaring trade and look like continuing to do so. Probably the main reason for the craze is the high cost of present-day labor and the shortage of building firms willing to do small jobs. What caused the DIY craze?
|
[
"Young people liked to follow the fashion.",
"\"Do-It-Yourself\" is a booming business.",
"There were fewer building companies.",
"High cost of professional workers."
] | 3
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sociology
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V. High cost of professional workers.
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I. Young people liked to follow the fashion.
II. "Do-It-Yourself" is a booming business.
III. There were fewer building companies.
IV. The standing desks can't be used at all.
V. High cost of professional workers.
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V.
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[
"I.",
"II.",
"III.",
"IV."
] |
[
"I. Young people liked to follow the fashion.",
"II. \"Do-It-Yourself\" is a booming business.",
"III. There were fewer building companies.",
"IV. The standing desks can't be used at all."
] |
III. There were fewer building companies.
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Thirty years ago not many people would have dreamed of doing the repairs and decorations in their own homes. In those days labor was fairly cheap and most people would have thought it worthwhile to employ a professional painter and decorator, unless of course they were either very hand up or were in the trade themselves. Today, however, it is quite a different story. Men and women in all walks of life turn their hands to all sorts of jobs round the house including painting, papering, putting up shelves and wall units, and tiling walls and floors. Some people with no professional training of any kind have even successfully built their own houses. These jobs have been made easier today by the introduction of prepared materials, which require the minimum amount of skill to use. In every high street throughout Britain nowadays there is at least one "Do-It-Yourself" shop containing a vast range of timber, tiles, paints, wallpapers and floor coverings besides tools of every description including power drills and many accessories. "Do-It-Yourself" is a booming business; all these shops do a roaring trade and look like continuing to do so. Probably the main reason for the craze is the high cost of present-day labor and the shortage of building firms willing to do small jobs. What caused the DIY craze?
I. Young people liked to follow the fashion.
II. "Do-It-Yourself" is a booming business.
III. There were fewer building companies.
IV. The standing desks can't be used at all.
V. High cost of professional workers.
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Is getting a black belt on your life's to-do list? Then this elderly woman in San Francisco just might be your hero. Just two years before her 100th birthday, Sensei Keiko Fukuda has become the first woman to achieve a tenth-degree black belt --- the highest rank in Judo . Fukuda is now one of only four living people who have earned the tenth-degree black belt. Throughout history, only 16 people have ever achieved this honor. Fukuda began practicing Judo in 1935 and is the only surviving student of its founder, Kano Jiguro. At her teacher's requirement, she learned English to help spread Judo internationally. During a time when getting married, building a family and becoming a housewife were the norms ,Fukuda broke from tradition, continuing Judo instead of getting married. "All I did was Judo ... This was my marriage," Fukuda replied tearfully to the San Francisco Chronicle. "This is when my destiny was set. I just imagined how long the road would be." She described the Jiguro's school as "old-fashioned and sexist about belts and ranks". In fact, an edict that prevented women from achieving any higher than a fifth-degree black belt kept Fukuda at that level for 30 years. She finally got the sixth degree in 1972 when a women's division was created. Fukuda thinks Judo and her life to be "gentle, kind and beautiful, yet firm and strong, both mentally and physically". Fukuda says this kind of beauty is not external . She explained. "I believe this inner beauty is true beauty... All my life this has been my dream." Her dream was turned into reality, and the 98-year-old Sensei Keiko Fukuda continues to teach Judo three times a week at a women's Judo training center. Which of the following is NOT TRUE according to the article?
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[
"She is the first woman to achieve the highest rank in Judo.",
"It took her 30 years to get a tenth-degree black belt.",
"Her teacher wanted her to help spread Judo to other parts of the world.",
"Only one woman and fifteen men have ever earned the tenth-degree black belt in the history."
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ii. It took her 30 years to get a tenth-degree black belt.
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i. Her teacher wanted her to help spread Judo to other parts of the world.
ii. It took her 30 years to get a tenth-degree black belt.
iii. Only one woman and fifteen men have ever earned the tenth-degree black belt in the history.
iv. She is the first woman to achieve the highest rank in Judo.
v. moved
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ii.
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[
"i.",
"iii.",
"iv.",
"v."
] |
[
"i. Her teacher wanted her to help spread Judo to other parts of the world.",
"iii. Only one woman and fifteen men have ever earned the tenth-degree black belt in the history.",
"iv. She is the first woman to achieve the highest rank in Judo.",
"v. moved"
] |
iv. She is the first woman to achieve the highest rank in Judo.
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Is getting a black belt on your life's to-do list? Then this elderly woman in San Francisco just might be your hero. Just two years before her 100th birthday, Sensei Keiko Fukuda has become the first woman to achieve a tenth-degree black belt --- the highest rank in Judo . Fukuda is now one of only four living people who have earned the tenth-degree black belt. Throughout history, only 16 people have ever achieved this honor. Fukuda began practicing Judo in 1935 and is the only surviving student of its founder, Kano Jiguro. At her teacher's requirement, she learned English to help spread Judo internationally. During a time when getting married, building a family and becoming a housewife were the norms ,Fukuda broke from tradition, continuing Judo instead of getting married. "All I did was Judo ... This was my marriage," Fukuda replied tearfully to the San Francisco Chronicle. "This is when my destiny was set. I just imagined how long the road would be." She described the Jiguro's school as "old-fashioned and sexist about belts and ranks". In fact, an edict that prevented women from achieving any higher than a fifth-degree black belt kept Fukuda at that level for 30 years. She finally got the sixth degree in 1972 when a women's division was created. Fukuda thinks Judo and her life to be "gentle, kind and beautiful, yet firm and strong, both mentally and physically". Fukuda says this kind of beauty is not external . She explained. "I believe this inner beauty is true beauty... All my life this has been my dream." Her dream was turned into reality, and the 98-year-old Sensei Keiko Fukuda continues to teach Judo three times a week at a women's Judo training center. Which of the following is NOT TRUE according to the article?
i. Her teacher wanted her to help spread Judo to other parts of the world.
ii. It took her 30 years to get a tenth-degree black belt.
iii. Only one woman and fifteen men have ever earned the tenth-degree black belt in the history.
iv. She is the first woman to achieve the highest rank in Judo.
v. moved
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It was a cold night. The taxi driver didn't take even one passenger all day. When he went by the railwaystation, he saw a young man coming out with two bags in his hands. So he drove to him and asked, " whereare you going ,sir? "To the Red Hotel," the young man answered. When the taxi driver heard this, he didn't feel happy anymore. The young man would give him only three dollars because the hotel was near the railway station. Butsuddenly, he had an idea. He took the young man through many streets of the big city. After a long time, they arrived at the hotel. "Here we are! You should pay me fifteen dollars, please."the taxi driver said to the young man. "What? Fifteen dollars! Do you think I'm a fool? Only last week, Itook a taxi from the railway station to this hotel and I only gave the driver thirteen dollars. I know how muchI have to pay for the trip." The driver was not happy any more because _ .
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[
"the young man didn't want to take the taxi",
"the young man wouldn't give him money",
"the young man was carrying two big bags",
"the hotel was near the railway station and the young man would give him only three dollars."
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[d] the hotel was near the railway station and the young man would give him only three dollars.
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[a] the young man wouldn't give him money
[b] the young man was carrying two big bags
[c] Sleep restrictions may contribute to disease like diabetes, insomnia, and heart disease.
[d] the hotel was near the railway station and the young man would give him only three dollars.
[e] the young man didn't want to take the taxi
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[d]
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[
"[a]",
"[b]",
"[c]",
"[e]"
] |
[
"[a] the young man wouldn't give him money",
"[b] the young man was carrying two big bags",
"[c] Sleep restrictions may contribute to disease like diabetes, insomnia, and heart disease.",
"[e] the young man didn't want to take the taxi"
] |
[c] Sleep restrictions may contribute to disease like diabetes, insomnia, and heart disease.
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It was a cold night. The taxi driver didn't take even one passenger all day. When he went by the railwaystation, he saw a young man coming out with two bags in his hands. So he drove to him and asked, " whereare you going ,sir? "To the Red Hotel," the young man answered. When the taxi driver heard this, he didn't feel happy anymore. The young man would give him only three dollars because the hotel was near the railway station. Butsuddenly, he had an idea. He took the young man through many streets of the big city. After a long time, they arrived at the hotel. "Here we are! You should pay me fifteen dollars, please."the taxi driver said to the young man. "What? Fifteen dollars! Do you think I'm a fool? Only last week, Itook a taxi from the railway station to this hotel and I only gave the driver thirteen dollars. I know how muchI have to pay for the trip." The driver was not happy any more because _ .
[a] the young man wouldn't give him money
[b] the young man was carrying two big bags
[c] Sleep restrictions may contribute to disease like diabetes, insomnia, and heart disease.
[d] the hotel was near the railway station and the young man would give him only three dollars.
[e] the young man didn't want to take the taxi
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"In the online world you don't need to fill buildings or lecture theatres with people and you don't need to be trapped into a lecture timetable," says Peter Scott, director of the Open University's Knowledge Media Institute. The Open University, the UK's open access university, which allows people to study from home in their own time, has been an international pioneer of degree courses online. The university, with more than 263,000 students in 23 countries, has become a record breaker on the iTunes U service, which provides a digital library of materials for university students and staff.Instead of music or movies, Apple's iTunes U provides a download service for lectures and resources from universities around the world.Top universities from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Harvard in the US to Oxford and Cambridge in the UK have been making their materials available, with no charge to the users. There have been 31 million downloads of OU materials, more than any other university, representing roughly 10% of all iTunes U downloads.Nearly 90% of these users are from outside the UK.In this online era, the OU student is also getting younger.A quarter of students are aged under-25 and only 10% are aged 50 or over.That change can only be accelerated as the cost of going to university increases in many countries.The prospect of learning from Harvard from your own bedroom is getting closer. "We have a belief that a degree and an opportunity are rights for all citizens.And we have got to enable the population of students attending higher education to scale up.What I am most excited about is that the privilege of going for higher education is not something only for the wealthy or for the smartest or for the most well-equipped students in the future," an American educator says.Online education will be a way of opening up more choices and getting beyond the big brand names of the most exclusive universities. At the Open University, Peter Scott says they are trying to develop services that give students exactly what they want, from face-to-face learning to the fully online experience."We can produce brilliant televisual material and get it to you on YouTube, on iTunes U or even on the web. What made the American educator most excited was that _ .
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[
"only the rich or the cleverest students can get the higher education",
"more chances of attending the higher education will be offered to common people",
"common people are given the privilege to go to famous universities",
"the number of OU students will increase in the future"
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(B) more chances of attending the higher education will be offered to common people
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(A) the number of OU students will increase in the future
(B) more chances of attending the higher education will be offered to common people
(C) common people are given the privilege to go to famous universities
(D) Wearing very wide trousers and a moustache, with an image of an actor.
(E) only the rich or the cleverest students can get the higher education
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(B)
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[
"(A)",
"(C)",
"(D)",
"(E)"
] |
[
"(A) the number of OU students will increase in the future",
"(C) common people are given the privilege to go to famous universities",
"(D) Wearing very wide trousers and a moustache, with an image of an actor.",
"(E) only the rich or the cleverest students can get the higher education"
] |
(E) only the rich or the cleverest students can get the higher education
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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"In the online world you don't need to fill buildings or lecture theatres with people and you don't need to be trapped into a lecture timetable," says Peter Scott, director of the Open University's Knowledge Media Institute. The Open University, the UK's open access university, which allows people to study from home in their own time, has been an international pioneer of degree courses online. The university, with more than 263,000 students in 23 countries, has become a record breaker on the iTunes U service, which provides a digital library of materials for university students and staff.Instead of music or movies, Apple's iTunes U provides a download service for lectures and resources from universities around the world.Top universities from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Harvard in the US to Oxford and Cambridge in the UK have been making their materials available, with no charge to the users. There have been 31 million downloads of OU materials, more than any other university, representing roughly 10% of all iTunes U downloads.Nearly 90% of these users are from outside the UK.In this online era, the OU student is also getting younger.A quarter of students are aged under-25 and only 10% are aged 50 or over.That change can only be accelerated as the cost of going to university increases in many countries.The prospect of learning from Harvard from your own bedroom is getting closer. "We have a belief that a degree and an opportunity are rights for all citizens.And we have got to enable the population of students attending higher education to scale up.What I am most excited about is that the privilege of going for higher education is not something only for the wealthy or for the smartest or for the most well-equipped students in the future," an American educator says.Online education will be a way of opening up more choices and getting beyond the big brand names of the most exclusive universities. At the Open University, Peter Scott says they are trying to develop services that give students exactly what they want, from face-to-face learning to the fully online experience."We can produce brilliant televisual material and get it to you on YouTube, on iTunes U or even on the web. What made the American educator most excited was that _ .
(A) the number of OU students will increase in the future
(B) more chances of attending the higher education will be offered to common people
(C) common people are given the privilege to go to famous universities
(D) Wearing very wide trousers and a moustache, with an image of an actor.
(E) only the rich or the cleverest students can get the higher education
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Book 1Elixirwritten by Eric Walters Twelve-year-old Roth becomes a friend of Dr. Banting and his assistant, Mr. Best, who are doing research on a cure for diabetes . She finds herself torn between her sympathy for the animals being experimented on and her friendship with Banting and Best. Book 2George Washington Carver written by Elizabeth Macleod Meet the "Peanut Specialist", George Washington Carver, the inventor and professor who made over 325 products out of peanuts. Through his agricultural research, he also greatly improved the lives of countless black farmers in the southern United States. See also Macleod's Albert Einstein: A Life of Genius. Book 3The Inuit Thought of It: Amazing Arctic Innovations written by Alootook Ipellie & David MacDonald Explore more than 40 ideas necessary to Inuit survival. From ideas familiar to us today to inventive concepts that shaped their lives, celebrate the creativity of a remarkably intelligent people. Also see other books: The Chinese Thought of It by Tingxing Ye and A Native American Thought of It by Rocky Landon and David MacDonald. Book 4 Made in Canada: 101 Amazing Achievements written by Bev Spencer What things do we use daily that have a Canadian connection? Here are 101 common things that were invented in Canada or by a Canadian, including the Blackberry, alkaline batteries and the Blue Box recycling program. Book 5Newton and the Time Machinewritten by Michael McGowan Ten-year-old boy Newton has invented a time machine to see dinosaurs up close. But it disappears on a test run with his two huge friends, King Herbert and Queen Certrude, can he save them before time runs out? In Book 5, King Herbert and Queen Gertrude are _ .
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[
"Newton's human friends",
"the names of the time machine",
"two dinosaurs",
"the inventions of the time machine"
] | 2
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5) two dinosaurs
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1) the names of the time machine
2) Newton's human friends
3) the military and economy
4) the inventions of the time machine
5) two dinosaurs
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5)
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[
"1)",
"2)",
"3)",
"4)"
] |
[
"1) the names of the time machine",
"2) Newton's human friends",
"3) the military and economy",
"4) the inventions of the time machine"
] |
4) the inventions of the time machine
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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Book 1Elixirwritten by Eric Walters Twelve-year-old Roth becomes a friend of Dr. Banting and his assistant, Mr. Best, who are doing research on a cure for diabetes . She finds herself torn between her sympathy for the animals being experimented on and her friendship with Banting and Best. Book 2George Washington Carver written by Elizabeth Macleod Meet the "Peanut Specialist", George Washington Carver, the inventor and professor who made over 325 products out of peanuts. Through his agricultural research, he also greatly improved the lives of countless black farmers in the southern United States. See also Macleod's Albert Einstein: A Life of Genius. Book 3The Inuit Thought of It: Amazing Arctic Innovations written by Alootook Ipellie & David MacDonald Explore more than 40 ideas necessary to Inuit survival. From ideas familiar to us today to inventive concepts that shaped their lives, celebrate the creativity of a remarkably intelligent people. Also see other books: The Chinese Thought of It by Tingxing Ye and A Native American Thought of It by Rocky Landon and David MacDonald. Book 4 Made in Canada: 101 Amazing Achievements written by Bev Spencer What things do we use daily that have a Canadian connection? Here are 101 common things that were invented in Canada or by a Canadian, including the Blackberry, alkaline batteries and the Blue Box recycling program. Book 5Newton and the Time Machinewritten by Michael McGowan Ten-year-old boy Newton has invented a time machine to see dinosaurs up close. But it disappears on a test run with his two huge friends, King Herbert and Queen Certrude, can he save them before time runs out? In Book 5, King Herbert and Queen Gertrude are _ .
1) the names of the time machine
2) Newton's human friends
3) the military and economy
4) the inventions of the time machine
5) two dinosaurs
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Hello! I'm Jane. I'm thirteen . I have a sister, but I don't have a brother. I like games. I often play soccer with her. I have 2 volleyballs. I like ping-pong, too. I play ping-pong with my friends after school. Do you like games ? Do you play sports every day ? Who does Jane play soccer with ?
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"Her sister.",
"Her brother.",
"Her friends.",
"Her classmates."
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B) Her sister.
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A) it teaches Indian languages at different levels
B) Her sister.
C) Her classmates.
D) Her friends.
E) Her brother.
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B)
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[
"A)",
"C)",
"D)",
"E)"
] |
[
"A) it teaches Indian languages at different levels",
"C) Her classmates.",
"D) Her friends.",
"E) Her brother."
] |
E) Her brother.
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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Hello! I'm Jane. I'm thirteen . I have a sister, but I don't have a brother. I like games. I often play soccer with her. I have 2 volleyballs. I like ping-pong, too. I play ping-pong with my friends after school. Do you like games ? Do you play sports every day ? Who does Jane play soccer with ?
A) it teaches Indian languages at different levels
B) Her sister.
C) Her classmates.
D) Her friends.
E) Her brother.
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Very old people do raise moral problems for almost everyone who comes in contact with them. Their values--this can't be repeated too often--are not necessarily our values. Physical comfort, cleanness and order are not necessarily the most important things. The social services from time to time find themselves faced with a flat with decaying food covered by small worms , and an old person lying alone in bed, taking no notice of the worms. But is it interfering with personal freedom to insist that they go to live with some of their relatives so that they might be taken better care of? Some social workers, the ones who clear up the worms, think we are in danger of carrying this concept of personal freedom to the point where serious risks are being taken with the health and safety of the old. Indeed, the old can be easily hurt or harmed. The body is like a car, it needs more mechanical maintenance as it gets older. You can carry this comparison right through to the provision of spare parts. But never forget that such operations are painful experiences, however good the results. And at what point should you stop treating the old body? Is it morally right to try to push off death by pursuing the development of drugs to excite the forgetful old mind and to activate the old body, knowing that it is designed to die? You cannot ask doctors or scientists to decide, because so long as they can see the technical opportunities, they will feel bound to give them a try, on the principle that while there's life, there's hope. When you talk to the old people, however, you are forced to the conclusion that whether age is happy or unpleasant depends less on money or on health than it does on your ability to have fun. In the author's opinion, _ .
|
[
"the human body can't be compared to a car",
"the older a person, the more care he needs",
"too much emphasis has been put on old people's values",
"it is easy to provide spare parts for old people"
] | 1
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business_ethics
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B. the older a person, the more care he needs
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A. too much emphasis has been put on old people's values
B. the older a person, the more care he needs
C. it is easy to provide spare parts for old people
D. the human body can't be compared to a car
E. very few amount of minutes
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B.
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[
"A.",
"C.",
"D.",
"E."
] |
[
"A. too much emphasis has been put on old people's values",
"C. it is easy to provide spare parts for old people",
"D. the human body can't be compared to a car",
"E. very few amount of minutes"
] |
D. the human body can't be compared to a car
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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Very old people do raise moral problems for almost everyone who comes in contact with them. Their values--this can't be repeated too often--are not necessarily our values. Physical comfort, cleanness and order are not necessarily the most important things. The social services from time to time find themselves faced with a flat with decaying food covered by small worms , and an old person lying alone in bed, taking no notice of the worms. But is it interfering with personal freedom to insist that they go to live with some of their relatives so that they might be taken better care of? Some social workers, the ones who clear up the worms, think we are in danger of carrying this concept of personal freedom to the point where serious risks are being taken with the health and safety of the old. Indeed, the old can be easily hurt or harmed. The body is like a car, it needs more mechanical maintenance as it gets older. You can carry this comparison right through to the provision of spare parts. But never forget that such operations are painful experiences, however good the results. And at what point should you stop treating the old body? Is it morally right to try to push off death by pursuing the development of drugs to excite the forgetful old mind and to activate the old body, knowing that it is designed to die? You cannot ask doctors or scientists to decide, because so long as they can see the technical opportunities, they will feel bound to give them a try, on the principle that while there's life, there's hope. When you talk to the old people, however, you are forced to the conclusion that whether age is happy or unpleasant depends less on money or on health than it does on your ability to have fun. In the author's opinion, _ .
A. too much emphasis has been put on old people's values
B. the older a person, the more care he needs
C. it is easy to provide spare parts for old people
D. the human body can't be compared to a car
E. very few amount of minutes
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Tokyo is one of those places that you can love and hate at the same time. In Tokyo there are always too many people in the places where I want to be. Of course there are too many cars. The Japanese drive very fast, but in Tokyo they often spend a long time in traffic jams . Tokyo is not different from London, Paris and New York in that. It is different when one wants to walk. At certain times of the day there are a lot of people on foot in London Oxford Street. But the streets near the Ginze in Tokyo always have a lot of people on foot; and sometimes it is really difficult to walk. People are very polite; there are just too many of them. The worst time to be in the street is at 11: 30 at night. That is when the night-clubs are closing and everybody wants to go home. There are 35,000 night-clubs in Tokyo, and you do not often see one that is empty. During the day, most people travel to and from work by train. Tokyo people buy six million train tickets every day. At most stations, trains arrive every two or three minutes, but at certain hours there do not seem to be enough trains. Although they are usually crowded, Japanese trains are very good. They always leave and arrive on time. On a London train you would see everybody reading a newspaper. In Tokyo trains everybody in a seat seems to be asleep, whether his journey is long or short. In Tokyo, I stood outside the station for five minutes. Three fire-engines race past on the way to one of the many fires that Tokyo has every day. Tokyo has so many surprises that none of them can really surprise me now. Which of the following is NOT true about Tokyo?
|
[
"The streets become more crowded at 11 : 30 at night.",
"There are more trains than cars.",
"Fire-engines are very busy in the city.",
"Tokyo people are friendly."
] | 1
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high_school_geography
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[4] There are more trains than cars.
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[1] Tokyo people are friendly.
[2] The streets become more crowded at 11 : 30 at night.
[3] They carry many genes that keep tumors from developing
[4] There are more trains than cars.
[5] Fire-engines are very busy in the city.
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[4]
|
[
"[1]",
"[2]",
"[3]",
"[5]"
] |
[
"[1] Tokyo people are friendly.",
"[2] The streets become more crowded at 11 : 30 at night.",
"[3] They carry many genes that keep tumors from developing",
"[5] Fire-engines are very busy in the city."
] |
[2] The streets become more crowded at 11 : 30 at night.
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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Tokyo is one of those places that you can love and hate at the same time. In Tokyo there are always too many people in the places where I want to be. Of course there are too many cars. The Japanese drive very fast, but in Tokyo they often spend a long time in traffic jams . Tokyo is not different from London, Paris and New York in that. It is different when one wants to walk. At certain times of the day there are a lot of people on foot in London Oxford Street. But the streets near the Ginze in Tokyo always have a lot of people on foot; and sometimes it is really difficult to walk. People are very polite; there are just too many of them. The worst time to be in the street is at 11: 30 at night. That is when the night-clubs are closing and everybody wants to go home. There are 35,000 night-clubs in Tokyo, and you do not often see one that is empty. During the day, most people travel to and from work by train. Tokyo people buy six million train tickets every day. At most stations, trains arrive every two or three minutes, but at certain hours there do not seem to be enough trains. Although they are usually crowded, Japanese trains are very good. They always leave and arrive on time. On a London train you would see everybody reading a newspaper. In Tokyo trains everybody in a seat seems to be asleep, whether his journey is long or short. In Tokyo, I stood outside the station for five minutes. Three fire-engines race past on the way to one of the many fires that Tokyo has every day. Tokyo has so many surprises that none of them can really surprise me now. Which of the following is NOT true about Tokyo?
[1] Tokyo people are friendly.
[2] The streets become more crowded at 11 : 30 at night.
[3] They carry many genes that keep tumors from developing
[4] There are more trains than cars.
[5] Fire-engines are very busy in the city.
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April 22 is Earth Day. Everyone on Earth should care about and protect the earth! The earth has warmed by about 1degF over the past 100 years, but why and how? Well, scientists are not quite sure. Maybe the earth gets warmer and warmer on its own. But many scientists say that people are doing many things which makes the earth warmer. First, greenhouse effect is a very important reason for the change of the earth. People give out too much energy into the air every year. It makes the earth warmer. Climate change is another important reason. Sometimes it becomes too hot and sometimes too cold. Sometimes there is too much rain and sometimes too little. The change of the climate makes the earth warmer. In turn, the warmth of the earth changes the climate, too. When the earth becomes warmer, there may be more rain and a rise in sea level. It will affect the growth of plants, animals and people. On a Pacific island, 100 people have to move to higher ground because the sea is rising. These people can no longer live on the coast. Before that, two islands without people went underwater in 1999. Scientists say that the seas can rise by nearly one metre by 2100. People can affect the earth's air, land and water. As for us, we can do many things to protect the earth. For example, we can use fridges less. We can tell more people about protecting the earth. The passage mainly tells us that _ .
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[
"there is more rain now",
"we should protect the earth",
"we must stop pollution",
"sea level is getting higher"
] | 1
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high_school_geography
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5) we should protect the earth
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1) sea level is getting higher
2) we must stop pollution
3) there is more rain now
4) support for music programs was unavailable
5) we should protect the earth
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5)
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[
"1)",
"2)",
"3)",
"4)"
] |
[
"1) sea level is getting higher",
"2) we must stop pollution",
"3) there is more rain now",
"4) support for music programs was unavailable"
] |
2) we must stop pollution
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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April 22 is Earth Day. Everyone on Earth should care about and protect the earth! The earth has warmed by about 1degF over the past 100 years, but why and how? Well, scientists are not quite sure. Maybe the earth gets warmer and warmer on its own. But many scientists say that people are doing many things which makes the earth warmer. First, greenhouse effect is a very important reason for the change of the earth. People give out too much energy into the air every year. It makes the earth warmer. Climate change is another important reason. Sometimes it becomes too hot and sometimes too cold. Sometimes there is too much rain and sometimes too little. The change of the climate makes the earth warmer. In turn, the warmth of the earth changes the climate, too. When the earth becomes warmer, there may be more rain and a rise in sea level. It will affect the growth of plants, animals and people. On a Pacific island, 100 people have to move to higher ground because the sea is rising. These people can no longer live on the coast. Before that, two islands without people went underwater in 1999. Scientists say that the seas can rise by nearly one metre by 2100. People can affect the earth's air, land and water. As for us, we can do many things to protect the earth. For example, we can use fridges less. We can tell more people about protecting the earth. The passage mainly tells us that _ .
1) sea level is getting higher
2) we must stop pollution
3) there is more rain now
4) support for music programs was unavailable
5) we should protect the earth
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According to a national study, in the summer of 2013, the long-term warm weather in the UK has made the number of butterflies increase. Around 46,000 volunteers took part in the year's Big Butterfly Count , and they found 830,000 butterflies.Volunteers were asked to make a record.They would record how many times they found one of 21 different kinds of butterflies. Later, the scientists used the records to find out how many butterflies of different kinds were found across the country.Then, they compared the results to the year before.They found that there was a rise in the number of 15 kinds of butterflies, and some of them went up by 50% compared to recent years.They said the increase in butterfly numbers was a result of warm weather. However, scientists also said that the number of butterflies was in decline as a whole, and that we might not see _ the next year. Richard Fox, who works for Butterfly Conservation, said, "UK butterflies are in long-term decline.Studies have been done since the 1970s.They show that UK butterflies have declined in type and number." He added, "We must _ the long-term decline of these beautiful creatures .The only way is by stopping the damage that has been done to the butterflies' habitats across the UK." What can we learn from the study?
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[
"There were 20 kinds of UK butterflies.",
"50% more UK butterflies were found in 2013.",
"The number of 15 kinds of UK butterflies increased.",
"There was a long-term increase in UK butterfly number."
] | 2
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college_biology
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2. The number of 15 kinds of UK butterflies increased.
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1. There was a long-term increase in UK butterfly number.
2. The number of 15 kinds of UK butterflies increased.
3. There were 20 kinds of UK butterflies.
4. 50% more UK butterflies were found in 2013.
5. He saw a young woman trying to steal his father's new car.
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2.
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[
"1.",
"3.",
"4.",
"5."
] |
[
"1. There was a long-term increase in UK butterfly number.",
"3. There were 20 kinds of UK butterflies.",
"4. 50% more UK butterflies were found in 2013.",
"5. He saw a young woman trying to steal his father's new car."
] |
4. 50% more UK butterflies were found in 2013.
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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According to a national study, in the summer of 2013, the long-term warm weather in the UK has made the number of butterflies increase. Around 46,000 volunteers took part in the year's Big Butterfly Count , and they found 830,000 butterflies.Volunteers were asked to make a record.They would record how many times they found one of 21 different kinds of butterflies. Later, the scientists used the records to find out how many butterflies of different kinds were found across the country.Then, they compared the results to the year before.They found that there was a rise in the number of 15 kinds of butterflies, and some of them went up by 50% compared to recent years.They said the increase in butterfly numbers was a result of warm weather. However, scientists also said that the number of butterflies was in decline as a whole, and that we might not see _ the next year. Richard Fox, who works for Butterfly Conservation, said, "UK butterflies are in long-term decline.Studies have been done since the 1970s.They show that UK butterflies have declined in type and number." He added, "We must _ the long-term decline of these beautiful creatures .The only way is by stopping the damage that has been done to the butterflies' habitats across the UK." What can we learn from the study?
1. There was a long-term increase in UK butterfly number.
2. The number of 15 kinds of UK butterflies increased.
3. There were 20 kinds of UK butterflies.
4. 50% more UK butterflies were found in 2013.
5. He saw a young woman trying to steal his father's new car.
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If you are going to Europe, you might consider taking some time to visit Provence. Whether you are interested in beautiful places, ancient history, good food, or music and theater, Provence has something to offer to you. Provence once was a Roman province and is in the southeast of France now. You will be attracted by its green hills, olive trees, and old towns with pretty houses. Visitors can find forests, colorful flowers, horses, and people with smiles there. Provence is also "the city of dream in Europe." Some people say it is Provence that makes France so romantic. The place should play an important part in the romantic stories. The Flowers: Provence is the hometown of lavenders and sunflowers. Lavender means "waiting for love". It also means beautiful. The mountains of Lubero is the most beautiful area across France. And there are also many kinds of lavenders. Compared with the fantastic flowers Lavender, sunflower is a lot warmer. Under the sunlight, thousands of yellow sunflowers are smiling at the sun. The Food: The people there are well-known for keeping their traditional lifestyles. And in the restaurant, you will have the experience of eating the food that has the too much use of olive oil. The food is fresh and healthy. All the things make Provence become the heaven to those who like delicious food. The other activities: Provence is the Kingdom of city. They hold many parties, dance, and festivals. You can even see a bullfight in the towns of Arles and Nimes, or enjoy great shows with the famous stars. May to July are the best tourist months. Not only the red sky, the sweet smell of olive, but also the wonderful lavenders, make Provence send out the breath of romantic. According to the passage, which following statement is RIGHT?
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[
"Provence has green hills, olive trees, and new towns with pretty houses.",
"Lavender is warmer than sunflower.",
"If a person likes food, Provence is a wonderful place for him.",
"June is not a good time to visit Provence."
] | 2
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1) If a person likes food, Provence is a wonderful place for him.
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1) If a person likes food, Provence is a wonderful place for him.
2) It is designed for a full two-way dog communication experience.
3) Lavender is warmer than sunflower.
4) June is not a good time to visit Provence.
5) Provence has green hills, olive trees, and new towns with pretty houses.
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1)
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[
"2)",
"3)",
"4)",
"5)"
] |
[
"2) It is designed for a full two-way dog communication experience.",
"3) Lavender is warmer than sunflower.",
"4) June is not a good time to visit Provence.",
"5) Provence has green hills, olive trees, and new towns with pretty houses."
] |
2) It is designed for a full two-way dog communication experience.
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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If you are going to Europe, you might consider taking some time to visit Provence. Whether you are interested in beautiful places, ancient history, good food, or music and theater, Provence has something to offer to you. Provence once was a Roman province and is in the southeast of France now. You will be attracted by its green hills, olive trees, and old towns with pretty houses. Visitors can find forests, colorful flowers, horses, and people with smiles there. Provence is also "the city of dream in Europe." Some people say it is Provence that makes France so romantic. The place should play an important part in the romantic stories. The Flowers: Provence is the hometown of lavenders and sunflowers. Lavender means "waiting for love". It also means beautiful. The mountains of Lubero is the most beautiful area across France. And there are also many kinds of lavenders. Compared with the fantastic flowers Lavender, sunflower is a lot warmer. Under the sunlight, thousands of yellow sunflowers are smiling at the sun. The Food: The people there are well-known for keeping their traditional lifestyles. And in the restaurant, you will have the experience of eating the food that has the too much use of olive oil. The food is fresh and healthy. All the things make Provence become the heaven to those who like delicious food. The other activities: Provence is the Kingdom of city. They hold many parties, dance, and festivals. You can even see a bullfight in the towns of Arles and Nimes, or enjoy great shows with the famous stars. May to July are the best tourist months. Not only the red sky, the sweet smell of olive, but also the wonderful lavenders, make Provence send out the breath of romantic. According to the passage, which following statement is RIGHT?
1) If a person likes food, Provence is a wonderful place for him.
2) It is designed for a full two-way dog communication experience.
3) Lavender is warmer than sunflower.
4) June is not a good time to visit Provence.
5) Provence has green hills, olive trees, and new towns with pretty houses.
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You may never think a documentary film could have aroused so much public enthusiasm in Chinese history. Nowadays everybody is talking about a new 7-part documentary called A Bite of China which was recently broadcast late at night on CCTV I. The documentary describes various _ across the vast Chinese culinary landscape. According to Taobao, China's biggest online retail website, just five days after the series began to air, nearly 6 million people went to the site in search of various local specialties, particularly those mentioned in the documentary. More than 7.2 million deals were concluded. A ham producer from Yunnan Province saw his sales grow 17-fold in five days. However, one can't help but believe that the documentary's popularity is probably linked to the endless stream of terrible food security issues that have emerged in recent years. In one well-received article, a netizen wrote, "I wonder how many felt so empty-hearted and sighed after watching the film. Blue-vitriol watered chive, formaldehyde sprayed cabbage, Sudan Red colored salty eggs, restaurants using gutter oil. The list is long..." How will a varied and ancient food culture that is famous worldwide and which should have made the Chinese proud end? Food is the most vital thing in people's lives. Yet China's food industry has made people a little worried due to some severe food safety crisis. The market is huge while the cost of faking and cheating is so low for immoral businessmen; and the punishment is too light. Take the milk industry as an example. Although Sanlu, the company that sold the melamine-adulterated milk powder, was punished, thousands of other dairies didn't work hard to improve the quality. Therefore, food safety problems should be an important concern of Chinese government so that our ancient food culture can be preserved. As the documentary shows, people are attracted not to gourmet items like matsutake, a species of rare mushroom grown naturally in remote forests, but to common Chinese dishes like barley, lotus root or tofu. They are what meet our basic needs. This explains why people are so excited about A Bite of China---it is a reminder that there is still a world out there where food is excellent and safe. According to the passage, China's food industry has a problem of faking and cheating because _ .
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[
"there are still so many poor people at the present time",
"the punishment for unscrupulous businessmen isn't serious enough",
"the Chinese government encourages it to do so",
"the food technology is not so advanced as in developing countries"
] | 1
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nutrition
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e) the punishment for unscrupulous businessmen isn't serious enough
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a) there are still so many poor people at the present time
b) the food technology is not so advanced as in developing countries
c) 32%.
d) the Chinese government encourages it to do so
e) the punishment for unscrupulous businessmen isn't serious enough
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e)
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[
"a)",
"b)",
"c)",
"d)"
] |
[
"a) there are still so many poor people at the present time",
"b) the food technology is not so advanced as in developing countries",
"c) 32%.",
"d) the Chinese government encourages it to do so"
] |
c) 32%.
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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You may never think a documentary film could have aroused so much public enthusiasm in Chinese history. Nowadays everybody is talking about a new 7-part documentary called A Bite of China which was recently broadcast late at night on CCTV I. The documentary describes various _ across the vast Chinese culinary landscape. According to Taobao, China's biggest online retail website, just five days after the series began to air, nearly 6 million people went to the site in search of various local specialties, particularly those mentioned in the documentary. More than 7.2 million deals were concluded. A ham producer from Yunnan Province saw his sales grow 17-fold in five days. However, one can't help but believe that the documentary's popularity is probably linked to the endless stream of terrible food security issues that have emerged in recent years. In one well-received article, a netizen wrote, "I wonder how many felt so empty-hearted and sighed after watching the film. Blue-vitriol watered chive, formaldehyde sprayed cabbage, Sudan Red colored salty eggs, restaurants using gutter oil. The list is long..." How will a varied and ancient food culture that is famous worldwide and which should have made the Chinese proud end? Food is the most vital thing in people's lives. Yet China's food industry has made people a little worried due to some severe food safety crisis. The market is huge while the cost of faking and cheating is so low for immoral businessmen; and the punishment is too light. Take the milk industry as an example. Although Sanlu, the company that sold the melamine-adulterated milk powder, was punished, thousands of other dairies didn't work hard to improve the quality. Therefore, food safety problems should be an important concern of Chinese government so that our ancient food culture can be preserved. As the documentary shows, people are attracted not to gourmet items like matsutake, a species of rare mushroom grown naturally in remote forests, but to common Chinese dishes like barley, lotus root or tofu. They are what meet our basic needs. This explains why people are so excited about A Bite of China---it is a reminder that there is still a world out there where food is excellent and safe. According to the passage, China's food industry has a problem of faking and cheating because _ .
a) there are still so many poor people at the present time
b) the food technology is not so advanced as in developing countries
c) 32%.
d) the Chinese government encourages it to do so
e) the punishment for unscrupulous businessmen isn't serious enough
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Everyone wants to achieve true happiness in life. But the biggest factor holding most of us back is actually our ownselves. The Huffington Post released a list of seven mistakes we need to let go of in order to become happier people. Let's take a look. 1.Placing too much emphasis on fulfillment Those who put a lot of pressure on themselves to be happy feel more lonely on a daily basis than those who do not, according to research conducted at the University of Denver, US. 2. Keeping it all in Keeping it all together during tough times can hurt you. Crying is the body's emotional response to outside triggers .By _ it, you may be damaging your mental and physical health. 3. Looking at your smart phone all the time Connecting with others may be the key to happiness, but a recent University of Michigan study found that the more time participants spent on social networking sites, the less happy they felt. 4. Not moving It's no secret that a healthy lifestyle is a big part of happiness. Something as simple as a walk can help you increase your creativity and expose you to essential vitamins. 5. Not reflecting on the past In a 2013 study on nostalgia and emotion, participants reported a higher sense of physiological comfort when they looked back on the past. Affection for heartwarming memories helps people relate their past experiences to the present in order to create a greater sense of meaning. 6. Resisting change A study on the psychology of choices shows that the human brain naturally tries to avoid loss--but that resistance can cause stress. Whether it's fear of the unknown or fear of losing what you currently have, the pressure to hold on to the present can harm your future life satisfaction. 7. Not being mindful Setting aside time for meditation allows your body to relax, cultivates an attitude of gratitude and lowers your stress level, according to researchers at University of California, Los Angeles, US. According to the article, to be a happy person, it is important for us to _ .
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[
"set goals and achieve as much as we can",
"avoid recalling the past",
"do exercise in our spare time",
"spend more time on social networking sites"
] | 2
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human_sexuality
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5) do exercise in our spare time
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1) avoid recalling the past
2) set goals and achieve as much as we can
3) Friends should learn from each other.
4) spend more time on social networking sites
5) do exercise in our spare time
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5)
|
[
"1)",
"2)",
"3)",
"4)"
] |
[
"1) avoid recalling the past",
"2) set goals and achieve as much as we can",
"3) Friends should learn from each other.",
"4) spend more time on social networking sites"
] |
3) Friends should learn from each other.
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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Everyone wants to achieve true happiness in life. But the biggest factor holding most of us back is actually our ownselves. The Huffington Post released a list of seven mistakes we need to let go of in order to become happier people. Let's take a look. 1.Placing too much emphasis on fulfillment Those who put a lot of pressure on themselves to be happy feel more lonely on a daily basis than those who do not, according to research conducted at the University of Denver, US. 2. Keeping it all in Keeping it all together during tough times can hurt you. Crying is the body's emotional response to outside triggers .By _ it, you may be damaging your mental and physical health. 3. Looking at your smart phone all the time Connecting with others may be the key to happiness, but a recent University of Michigan study found that the more time participants spent on social networking sites, the less happy they felt. 4. Not moving It's no secret that a healthy lifestyle is a big part of happiness. Something as simple as a walk can help you increase your creativity and expose you to essential vitamins. 5. Not reflecting on the past In a 2013 study on nostalgia and emotion, participants reported a higher sense of physiological comfort when they looked back on the past. Affection for heartwarming memories helps people relate their past experiences to the present in order to create a greater sense of meaning. 6. Resisting change A study on the psychology of choices shows that the human brain naturally tries to avoid loss--but that resistance can cause stress. Whether it's fear of the unknown or fear of losing what you currently have, the pressure to hold on to the present can harm your future life satisfaction. 7. Not being mindful Setting aside time for meditation allows your body to relax, cultivates an attitude of gratitude and lowers your stress level, according to researchers at University of California, Los Angeles, US. According to the article, to be a happy person, it is important for us to _ .
1) avoid recalling the past
2) set goals and achieve as much as we can
3) Friends should learn from each other.
4) spend more time on social networking sites
5) do exercise in our spare time
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I've loved my mother's desk since I was just tall enough to sit above the top of it. Mother sat writing letters. Standing by her chair, looking at the ink bottle, pens, and white paper, I decided that the act of writing must be a most wonderful thing in the world. Years later, during her final illness, Mother kept different things for my sister and brother. "But the desk," she said again, "is for Elizabeth." I never saw her angry, never saw her cry. I knew she loved me; she showed in action. But as a young girl. I wanted to have heart-to-heart talks between mother and daughter. They never happened. And a gulf opened between us. I was "too emotional ". But she lived "on the surface ". As years passed and I had my own family. I loved my mother and thanked her for our happy family. I wrote to her in careful words and asked her to let me know in any way she chose that she did forgive me. My hope turned to disappointment, then little interest and, finally, peace - it seemed that nothing happened. I couldn't be sure that the letter had even got to Mother. I only knew that I had written it, and I could stop trying to make her into someone she was not. But the present of her desk told me, as she'd never been able to, that she was pleased that writing was my chosen work. I cleaned the desk carefully and found some papers inside - a photo of my father and a one-paper letter, folded and refolded many times. It was my letter. "In any way you choose, Mother, you always chose the act that speaks louder than words." The writer began to love her mother's desk _ .
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[
"after Mother died",
"after she wrote the letter",
"when she was a child",
"when Mother gave it to her"
] | 2
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miscellaneous
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4. when she was a child
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1. after she wrote the letter
2. when Mother gave it to her
3. after Mother died
4. when she was a child
5. love,hatred and nevousness
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4.
|
[
"1.",
"2.",
"3.",
"5."
] |
[
"1. after she wrote the letter",
"2. when Mother gave it to her",
"3. after Mother died",
"5. love,hatred and nevousness"
] |
5. love,hatred and nevousness
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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I've loved my mother's desk since I was just tall enough to sit above the top of it. Mother sat writing letters. Standing by her chair, looking at the ink bottle, pens, and white paper, I decided that the act of writing must be a most wonderful thing in the world. Years later, during her final illness, Mother kept different things for my sister and brother. "But the desk," she said again, "is for Elizabeth." I never saw her angry, never saw her cry. I knew she loved me; she showed in action. But as a young girl. I wanted to have heart-to-heart talks between mother and daughter. They never happened. And a gulf opened between us. I was "too emotional ". But she lived "on the surface ". As years passed and I had my own family. I loved my mother and thanked her for our happy family. I wrote to her in careful words and asked her to let me know in any way she chose that she did forgive me. My hope turned to disappointment, then little interest and, finally, peace - it seemed that nothing happened. I couldn't be sure that the letter had even got to Mother. I only knew that I had written it, and I could stop trying to make her into someone she was not. But the present of her desk told me, as she'd never been able to, that she was pleased that writing was my chosen work. I cleaned the desk carefully and found some papers inside - a photo of my father and a one-paper letter, folded and refolded many times. It was my letter. "In any way you choose, Mother, you always chose the act that speaks louder than words." The writer began to love her mother's desk _ .
1. after she wrote the letter
2. when Mother gave it to her
3. after Mother died
4. when she was a child
5. love,hatred and nevousness
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A man walked into a small Irish pub and ordered three beers. Bartender was surprised, but he served that man three beers. One hour later the man ordered three beers again. The very next day that man ordered three beers again and drank quietly at a table. This repeated several times and shortly after the people of the town were whispering about the man, who was ordering three beers at once. A couple of weeks later, the bartender decided to clear this out and inquired: "I do not want to pry, but could you explain, why do you order three beers all the time?" The man replied: "It seems strange, isn't it? You see, my two brothers live abroad at the moment, one - in France and another - in Italy. We have made an agreement, that every time we go to pub each of us will order extra two beers and it will help keeping up the family bond ". Soon all the town have heard about the man's answer and liked it a lot. The man became a local celebrity. Residents of the town were telling this story to newcomers or tourists and even invited them to that pub to look at Three Beer Man. However, one day the man came to pub and ordered only two beers, not three as usual. The bartender served him with bad feeling. All that evening the man ordered and drank only two beers. The very next day all the town was talking about this news, some people pray for the soul of one of the brothers, others quietly grieve. When the man came to pub the next time and ordered two beers again, the bartender asked him: "I would like to offer _ to you, due to the death of your dear brother". The man considered this for a moment and then replied: "Oh, you are probably surprised that I order only two beers now? Well, my two brothers are alive and well. It's just because of my decision. I promised myself to give up drinking." The bartender served the man with bad feeling because _ .
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[
"he thought the man should order three beers",
"he thought one of the man's brothers had passed away",
"he would earn less money",
"the man decided to drink two beers"
] | 1
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miscellaneous
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5. he thought one of the man's brothers had passed away
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1. carrying extra pounds is a risk factor for many types of cancer and other diseases
2. he thought the man should order three beers
3. the man decided to drink two beers
4. he would earn less money
5. he thought one of the man's brothers had passed away
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5.
|
[
"1.",
"2.",
"3.",
"4."
] |
[
"1. carrying extra pounds is a risk factor for many types of cancer and other diseases",
"2. he thought the man should order three beers",
"3. the man decided to drink two beers",
"4. he would earn less money"
] |
4. he would earn less money
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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A man walked into a small Irish pub and ordered three beers. Bartender was surprised, but he served that man three beers. One hour later the man ordered three beers again. The very next day that man ordered three beers again and drank quietly at a table. This repeated several times and shortly after the people of the town were whispering about the man, who was ordering three beers at once. A couple of weeks later, the bartender decided to clear this out and inquired: "I do not want to pry, but could you explain, why do you order three beers all the time?" The man replied: "It seems strange, isn't it? You see, my two brothers live abroad at the moment, one - in France and another - in Italy. We have made an agreement, that every time we go to pub each of us will order extra two beers and it will help keeping up the family bond ". Soon all the town have heard about the man's answer and liked it a lot. The man became a local celebrity. Residents of the town were telling this story to newcomers or tourists and even invited them to that pub to look at Three Beer Man. However, one day the man came to pub and ordered only two beers, not three as usual. The bartender served him with bad feeling. All that evening the man ordered and drank only two beers. The very next day all the town was talking about this news, some people pray for the soul of one of the brothers, others quietly grieve. When the man came to pub the next time and ordered two beers again, the bartender asked him: "I would like to offer _ to you, due to the death of your dear brother". The man considered this for a moment and then replied: "Oh, you are probably surprised that I order only two beers now? Well, my two brothers are alive and well. It's just because of my decision. I promised myself to give up drinking." The bartender served the man with bad feeling because _ .
1. carrying extra pounds is a risk factor for many types of cancer and other diseases
2. he thought the man should order three beers
3. the man decided to drink two beers
4. he would earn less money
5. he thought one of the man's brothers had passed away
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"Before you fall in love, you'd better get a job" As told by Lee Joon-ho, 20, a senior in law at Seoul National University Korean TV dramas have shown a lot of rebellious youth, but in fact most students still live a traditional life. Confucianism has a great influence on us. For instance, Confucius said that we should be dutiful to our parents and value the family. Thus we prefer a school that's close to home so we can go back every day. Also as a result of Confucianism, teachers enjoy a high status in Korea. The other day, my professor was flying to Vienna on a business trip. Instead of waiting for hours in the queue, he was told to check in first and didn't have any problem with overweight luggage. When it comes to important decision-making, such as choosing a university, a job, and a wife, we listen to our parents' suggestions. Most parents seem _ in study decisions, but they take a firmer attitude towards their children's love and marriage choices. Often, a man has to have his own business or a solid career before he's allowed to pursue romance. Male chauvinism is popular among our parents' generation, since they had to support the whole family through hard work. We need to shoulder the same responsibility, but we've also learned to respect women, as they're doing outstanding work in lots of areas. But to be honest, my friends and I still prefer a traditional woman as a girlfriend and future wife. We want her to be elegant and thoughtful in taking care of a family. Our sense of tradition is also reflected in our buying habits. In my house, you see only Korean appliances. Although European cell phones are available in ROK, we favor LG and Samsung, which are suited more to our tastes and widely promoted in TV dramas and films. What is the passage mainly about?
|
[
"Korean youth are rebellious.",
"Korean youth will not love anyone until they find a job.",
"Most Korea students live a traditional life.",
"Confucius has a great influence on the Korean people."
] | 2
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sociology
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I. Most Korea students live a traditional life.
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I. Most Korea students live a traditional life.
II. websites are designed quite well
III. Confucius has a great influence on the Korean people.
IV. Korean youth will not love anyone until they find a job.
V. Korean youth are rebellious.
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I.
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[
"II.",
"III.",
"IV.",
"V."
] |
[
"II. websites are designed quite well",
"III. Confucius has a great influence on the Korean people.",
"IV. Korean youth will not love anyone until they find a job.",
"V. Korean youth are rebellious."
] |
IV. Korean youth will not love anyone until they find a job.
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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"Before you fall in love, you'd better get a job" As told by Lee Joon-ho, 20, a senior in law at Seoul National University Korean TV dramas have shown a lot of rebellious youth, but in fact most students still live a traditional life. Confucianism has a great influence on us. For instance, Confucius said that we should be dutiful to our parents and value the family. Thus we prefer a school that's close to home so we can go back every day. Also as a result of Confucianism, teachers enjoy a high status in Korea. The other day, my professor was flying to Vienna on a business trip. Instead of waiting for hours in the queue, he was told to check in first and didn't have any problem with overweight luggage. When it comes to important decision-making, such as choosing a university, a job, and a wife, we listen to our parents' suggestions. Most parents seem _ in study decisions, but they take a firmer attitude towards their children's love and marriage choices. Often, a man has to have his own business or a solid career before he's allowed to pursue romance. Male chauvinism is popular among our parents' generation, since they had to support the whole family through hard work. We need to shoulder the same responsibility, but we've also learned to respect women, as they're doing outstanding work in lots of areas. But to be honest, my friends and I still prefer a traditional woman as a girlfriend and future wife. We want her to be elegant and thoughtful in taking care of a family. Our sense of tradition is also reflected in our buying habits. In my house, you see only Korean appliances. Although European cell phones are available in ROK, we favor LG and Samsung, which are suited more to our tastes and widely promoted in TV dramas and films. What is the passage mainly about?
I. Most Korea students live a traditional life.
II. websites are designed quite well
III. Confucius has a great influence on the Korean people.
IV. Korean youth will not love anyone until they find a job.
V. Korean youth are rebellious.
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I really love this job because I enjoy working with small children. I also think my work is very important. But there was a time when I thought I would never have a job like this. I wasn't the best student because I didn't do much schoolwork. Just before I left school, I started thinking what I might do and found that there's not much I could do. I thought I wasn't that kind of person to have a career. I then found myself a job, looking after two little girls for a family. It wasn't difficult at first. But problems began when I agreed to live in, so that my boss could go out to work in the evenings. I got very tired because I had too many late nights and early mornings with the children. One Sunday, I was in the park with the children, and met Mary who used to go to school with me. I told her about my job. She said that I should get a qualification if I wanted to work with children. And it would help me learn more skills to look after children better without feeling too tired. _ . I decided to take part-time lessons. In that way, I had to leave the family. But all the lessons I took helped me look after children better and helped me get a job at a kindergarten . Now I have a job as a professional teacher at a kindergarten. I should be thankful to Mary. I would never have a career if it wasn't for her. The writer's first job was to _ .
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"teach part-time lessons",
"look after children for a family",
"help children with their schoolwork",
"look after children at a kindergarten"
] | 1
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miscellaneous
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3) look after children for a family
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1) three million a year
2) look after children at a kindergarten
3) look after children for a family
4) help children with their schoolwork
5) teach part-time lessons
|
3)
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[
"1)",
"2)",
"4)",
"5)"
] |
[
"1) three million a year",
"2) look after children at a kindergarten",
"4) help children with their schoolwork",
"5) teach part-time lessons"
] |
1) three million a year
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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I really love this job because I enjoy working with small children. I also think my work is very important. But there was a time when I thought I would never have a job like this. I wasn't the best student because I didn't do much schoolwork. Just before I left school, I started thinking what I might do and found that there's not much I could do. I thought I wasn't that kind of person to have a career. I then found myself a job, looking after two little girls for a family. It wasn't difficult at first. But problems began when I agreed to live in, so that my boss could go out to work in the evenings. I got very tired because I had too many late nights and early mornings with the children. One Sunday, I was in the park with the children, and met Mary who used to go to school with me. I told her about my job. She said that I should get a qualification if I wanted to work with children. And it would help me learn more skills to look after children better without feeling too tired. _ . I decided to take part-time lessons. In that way, I had to leave the family. But all the lessons I took helped me look after children better and helped me get a job at a kindergarten . Now I have a job as a professional teacher at a kindergarten. I should be thankful to Mary. I would never have a career if it wasn't for her. The writer's first job was to _ .
1) three million a year
2) look after children at a kindergarten
3) look after children for a family
4) help children with their schoolwork
5) teach part-time lessons
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Passage 4 How dangerous it would be if there was a fire! Today is in winter. It's time for us to learn a lot more about fire, especially what to do if we are caught in a fire: 1. Shout out If you smell smoke or see fire, shout out "Fire!" Shout as loudly as you can, because people may be asleep. 2. Call 119 Never try to put the fire yourself, even if it is a very small one! Get help from your parents or call 119. 3. Keep down close to the floor If there is a lot of smoke in your room, keep down close to the floor. 4. Test the door Test the door before you open it. If the door is cool, open it carefully. If the door is hot, do not open it! Try to find a different way out. 5. Get out If you can, get out of your home as soon as possible. 6. Don't use the lift Never use the lift during the fire. It may also go wrong. 7. Don't go back Never go back into a burning building! If you realize you have left an expensive thing at home in a fire, you should _ .
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"not go back for it",
"keep down close to the door",
"not get out",
"get it back"
] | 0
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computer_security
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a) not go back for it
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a) not go back for it
b) keep down close to the door
c) became very strong
d) not get out
e) get it back
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a)
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[
"b)",
"c)",
"d)",
"e)"
] |
[
"b) keep down close to the door",
"c) became very strong",
"d) not get out",
"e) get it back"
] |
b) keep down close to the door
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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Passage 4 How dangerous it would be if there was a fire! Today is in winter. It's time for us to learn a lot more about fire, especially what to do if we are caught in a fire: 1. Shout out If you smell smoke or see fire, shout out "Fire!" Shout as loudly as you can, because people may be asleep. 2. Call 119 Never try to put the fire yourself, even if it is a very small one! Get help from your parents or call 119. 3. Keep down close to the floor If there is a lot of smoke in your room, keep down close to the floor. 4. Test the door Test the door before you open it. If the door is cool, open it carefully. If the door is hot, do not open it! Try to find a different way out. 5. Get out If you can, get out of your home as soon as possible. 6. Don't use the lift Never use the lift during the fire. It may also go wrong. 7. Don't go back Never go back into a burning building! If you realize you have left an expensive thing at home in a fire, you should _ .
a) not go back for it
b) keep down close to the door
c) became very strong
d) not get out
e) get it back
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Ever thought of moving to a new country? How about starting a new country? Patri Friedman is planning to do just that. He left Google years ago to set up the Seasteading Institute. And his dream is to build seasteads-----floating micro-nations in the middle of the ocean. So, what will life on a seastead be like? Probably a bit like life on a cruise liner , but much larger, with shops, gyms, swimming pools, schools and other areas. In fact, the early seasteads may actually be specially-rebuilt cruise liners. But as science advances, Friedman believes they'll become more like floating cities, with several hundred people. Seasteading raises a lot of questions. First of all, how will the new countries make money? The Seasteading Institute has suggested several money-making ideas, including ocean-based theme parks, casinos and fish farming. There's also the questions of safety. With storms, typhoons and pirates , the high seas are a dangerous place. However, the Institute says that it can stand bad weather and prevent crimes with its well-designed systems. So, is this just a day dream? Well, maybe not. One of the people behind the project is Peter Thiel. He founded PayPal and was one of the first investors in Facebook. So far, he's donated $ 500,000 to the project. And Friedman isn't wasting any time. He recently announced the creation of the Poseidon Award. This will be given to the first seastead with fifty people. Friedman is hoping to hand out the award in 2015. What can we infer from the passage?
|
[
"Friedman is planning to move to a new country.",
"Friedman is worried about the safety of seasteads.",
"Friedman has got some supporters for his project.",
"Friedman has already won the Poseidon Award."
] | 2
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miscellaneous
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5) Friedman has got some supporters for his project.
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1) Friedman is planning to move to a new country.
2) Friedman is worried about the safety of seasteads.
3) A popular movie.
4) Friedman has already won the Poseidon Award.
5) Friedman has got some supporters for his project.
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5)
|
[
"1)",
"2)",
"3)",
"4)"
] |
[
"1) Friedman is planning to move to a new country.",
"2) Friedman is worried about the safety of seasteads.",
"3) A popular movie.",
"4) Friedman has already won the Poseidon Award."
] |
3) A popular movie.
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Ever thought of moving to a new country? How about starting a new country? Patri Friedman is planning to do just that. He left Google years ago to set up the Seasteading Institute. And his dream is to build seasteads-----floating micro-nations in the middle of the ocean. So, what will life on a seastead be like? Probably a bit like life on a cruise liner , but much larger, with shops, gyms, swimming pools, schools and other areas. In fact, the early seasteads may actually be specially-rebuilt cruise liners. But as science advances, Friedman believes they'll become more like floating cities, with several hundred people. Seasteading raises a lot of questions. First of all, how will the new countries make money? The Seasteading Institute has suggested several money-making ideas, including ocean-based theme parks, casinos and fish farming. There's also the questions of safety. With storms, typhoons and pirates , the high seas are a dangerous place. However, the Institute says that it can stand bad weather and prevent crimes with its well-designed systems. So, is this just a day dream? Well, maybe not. One of the people behind the project is Peter Thiel. He founded PayPal and was one of the first investors in Facebook. So far, he's donated $ 500,000 to the project. And Friedman isn't wasting any time. He recently announced the creation of the Poseidon Award. This will be given to the first seastead with fifty people. Friedman is hoping to hand out the award in 2015. What can we infer from the passage?
1) Friedman is planning to move to a new country.
2) Friedman is worried about the safety of seasteads.
3) A popular movie.
4) Friedman has already won the Poseidon Award.
5) Friedman has got some supporters for his project.
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Close your eyes for a minute and imagine what life would be like if you couldn't see. Imagine having to read this page, not with your eyes but with your fingers. How do you feel, then? With medical knowledge and skills today, two-thirds of the world's 42 million blind people should not have to suffer. Unluckily, rich countries have this knowledge, but developing countries do not. ORBIS is an international charitable organization. Its goal is to help fight blindness all over the world. Inside a DC-8 airplane, there is a teaching hospital with television room and classroom. Doctors are taught the latest technology of helping the blind get sight again here. ORBIS is always trying to keep a closer relation among countries. ORBIS helps those developing countries by providing sight-saving training. It has taught over 35,000 doctors and nurses. They continue to treat thousands of blind people every year. They have traveled around the earth 3 times, visited 76 countries and treated over 20,000 blind people. They need your help to continue their work and free people from blindness. For just $ 38, you can help one person see; for $ 380 10 people can see; $ 1,300 helps train a doctor new skills; and for $ 13,000 you can provide a training program for a group of doctors who can make thousands of blind people see again. Your love can help them open their eyes to the world. How many blind people should not have to suffer with medical knowledge and skills today?
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[
"14 million.",
"42 million.",
"28 million.",
"200 million."
] | 2
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(3) 28 million.
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(1) 42 million.
(2) 14 million.
(3) 28 million.
(4) the student would practice more carefully on the best paper
(5) 200 million.
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(3)
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[
"(1)",
"(2)",
"(4)",
"(5)"
] |
[
"(1) 42 million.",
"(2) 14 million.",
"(4) the student would practice more carefully on the best paper",
"(5) 200 million."
] |
(2) 14 million.
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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Close your eyes for a minute and imagine what life would be like if you couldn't see. Imagine having to read this page, not with your eyes but with your fingers. How do you feel, then? With medical knowledge and skills today, two-thirds of the world's 42 million blind people should not have to suffer. Unluckily, rich countries have this knowledge, but developing countries do not. ORBIS is an international charitable organization. Its goal is to help fight blindness all over the world. Inside a DC-8 airplane, there is a teaching hospital with television room and classroom. Doctors are taught the latest technology of helping the blind get sight again here. ORBIS is always trying to keep a closer relation among countries. ORBIS helps those developing countries by providing sight-saving training. It has taught over 35,000 doctors and nurses. They continue to treat thousands of blind people every year. They have traveled around the earth 3 times, visited 76 countries and treated over 20,000 blind people. They need your help to continue their work and free people from blindness. For just $ 38, you can help one person see; for $ 380 10 people can see; $ 1,300 helps train a doctor new skills; and for $ 13,000 you can provide a training program for a group of doctors who can make thousands of blind people see again. Your love can help them open their eyes to the world. How many blind people should not have to suffer with medical knowledge and skills today?
(1) 42 million.
(2) 14 million.
(3) 28 million.
(4) the student would practice more carefully on the best paper
(5) 200 million.
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Young people and older people do not always agree.They sometimes have different ideas about living,working and playing.But in one special programme in New York State,adults and teenagers live together in a friendly way. Each summer 200 teenagers and 50 adults live together for eight weeks as members of a special work group.Everyone works several hours each day.They do so not just to keep busy but to find meaning and fun in work.Some teenagers work in the forests or on the farms near the village.Some learn to make things like tables and chairs and to build houses.The adults teach them these skills. There are several free hours each day.Weekends are free,too.During the free hours some of the teenagers learn photo-taking or drawing.Others sit around and talk or sing.Each teenager chooses his own way to pass his free time. When people live together,they should have rules.In this programme the teenagers and the adults make the rules together.If someone breaks a rule,the problem goes before the whole group.They talk about it and ask,"Why did it happen?What should we do about it?" One of the teenagers has said something about it,"You have to stop thinking only about yourself.You learn how to think about the group." Living together, .
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[
"the teenagers don't have to obey the rules",
"the members have to obey the rules the adults make",
"the members have no free time but on weekends",
"the members should not break the rules they make together"
] | 3
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sociology
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a. the members should not break the rules they make together
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a. the members should not break the rules they make together
b. the teenagers don't have to obey the rules
c. Americans are in greater danger of getting cancer.
d. the members have to obey the rules the adults make
e. the members have no free time but on weekends
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a.
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[
"b.",
"c.",
"d.",
"e."
] |
[
"b. the teenagers don't have to obey the rules",
"c. Americans are in greater danger of getting cancer.",
"d. the members have to obey the rules the adults make",
"e. the members have no free time but on weekends"
] |
c. Americans are in greater danger of getting cancer.
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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Young people and older people do not always agree.They sometimes have different ideas about living,working and playing.But in one special programme in New York State,adults and teenagers live together in a friendly way. Each summer 200 teenagers and 50 adults live together for eight weeks as members of a special work group.Everyone works several hours each day.They do so not just to keep busy but to find meaning and fun in work.Some teenagers work in the forests or on the farms near the village.Some learn to make things like tables and chairs and to build houses.The adults teach them these skills. There are several free hours each day.Weekends are free,too.During the free hours some of the teenagers learn photo-taking or drawing.Others sit around and talk or sing.Each teenager chooses his own way to pass his free time. When people live together,they should have rules.In this programme the teenagers and the adults make the rules together.If someone breaks a rule,the problem goes before the whole group.They talk about it and ask,"Why did it happen?What should we do about it?" One of the teenagers has said something about it,"You have to stop thinking only about yourself.You learn how to think about the group." Living together, .
a. the members should not break the rules they make together
b. the teenagers don't have to obey the rules
c. Americans are in greater danger of getting cancer.
d. the members have to obey the rules the adults make
e. the members have no free time but on weekends
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Can people change their skin colour without suffering like pop king Michael Jackson? Perhaps yes. Scientists have found the gene that determines skin colour. The gene comes in two versions, one of which is found in 99 per cent of Europeans. The other is found in 93 to 100 per cent of Africans, researchers at Pennsylvania State University report in the latest issue of Science. Scientists have changed the colour of a dark-striped zebra fish to uniform gold by inserting a version of the pigment gene into a young fish. As with humans, zebra fish skin colour is determined by pigment cells, which contain melanosomes . The number, size and darkness of melanosomes per pigment cell determines skin colour. It appears that, like the golden zebra fish, light-skinned Europeans also have a mutation in the gene for melanosome production. This results in less pigmented skin. However, Keith Cheng, leader of the research team, points out that the mutation is different in human and zebra fish genes. Humans acquired dark skin in Africa about 1.5 million years ago to protect bodies from ultra-violet rays of the sun, which can cause skin cancer. But when modern humans leave Africa to live in northern latitudes, they need more sunlight on their skin to produce vitamin D. So the related gene changes, according to Cheng. Asians have the same version of the gene as Africans, so they probably acquired their light skin through the action of some other gene that affects skin colours, said Cheng. The new discovery could lead to medical treatments for skin cancer. It also could lead to research into ways to change skin colour without damaging it like chemical treatment done on Michael Jackson. We can infer from the passage that _ .
|
[
"people like to change their skin colour",
"a mutation in the gene for melanosome production is different in human and zebra fish gene",
"people will be able to change their skin colour without chemical treatment in the future",
"skin cancer can be cured now"
] | 2
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college_medicine
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[B] people will be able to change their skin colour without chemical treatment in the future
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[A] air pressure
[B] people will be able to change their skin colour without chemical treatment in the future
[C] a mutation in the gene for melanosome production is different in human and zebra fish gene
[D] people like to change their skin colour
[E] skin cancer can be cured now
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[B]
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[
"[A]",
"[C]",
"[D]",
"[E]"
] |
[
"[A] air pressure",
"[C] a mutation in the gene for melanosome production is different in human and zebra fish gene",
"[D] people like to change their skin colour",
"[E] skin cancer can be cured now"
] |
[A] air pressure
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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Can people change their skin colour without suffering like pop king Michael Jackson? Perhaps yes. Scientists have found the gene that determines skin colour. The gene comes in two versions, one of which is found in 99 per cent of Europeans. The other is found in 93 to 100 per cent of Africans, researchers at Pennsylvania State University report in the latest issue of Science. Scientists have changed the colour of a dark-striped zebra fish to uniform gold by inserting a version of the pigment gene into a young fish. As with humans, zebra fish skin colour is determined by pigment cells, which contain melanosomes . The number, size and darkness of melanosomes per pigment cell determines skin colour. It appears that, like the golden zebra fish, light-skinned Europeans also have a mutation in the gene for melanosome production. This results in less pigmented skin. However, Keith Cheng, leader of the research team, points out that the mutation is different in human and zebra fish genes. Humans acquired dark skin in Africa about 1.5 million years ago to protect bodies from ultra-violet rays of the sun, which can cause skin cancer. But when modern humans leave Africa to live in northern latitudes, they need more sunlight on their skin to produce vitamin D. So the related gene changes, according to Cheng. Asians have the same version of the gene as Africans, so they probably acquired their light skin through the action of some other gene that affects skin colours, said Cheng. The new discovery could lead to medical treatments for skin cancer. It also could lead to research into ways to change skin colour without damaging it like chemical treatment done on Michael Jackson. We can infer from the passage that _ .
[A] air pressure
[B] people will be able to change their skin colour without chemical treatment in the future
[C] a mutation in the gene for melanosome production is different in human and zebra fish gene
[D] people like to change their skin colour
[E] skin cancer can be cured now
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Once upon a time there were a zebra and a monkey in a zoo. The zebra and the monkey had many napkins. What did the zebra and the monkey do with all the napkins? They didn't know. They ate the napkins. The zebra felt good. The monkey got a stomach ache. Why did the monkey get a stomach ache? The napkins were make out of straw. Straw is good for zebras. Straw is not good for monkeys. The monkey did not like eating the napkins. The zoo worker came and gave the monkey a pill. The pill made the monkey feel better. Now the monkey does not eat napkins. The monkey eats bananas instead of napkins. Now the monkey is always happy and feels good. The zebra does not like to eat bananas. The zebra eats all the napkins and feels good. The zebra and the monkey are both very happy. What does the monkey eat instead of napkins?
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[
"zebra steak",
"bananas",
"a cheese sandwich",
"a pill"
] | 1
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miscellaneous
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A. bananas
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A. bananas
B. a pill
C. zebra steak
D. she is a cold-blooded killer
E. a cheese sandwich
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A.
|
[
"B.",
"C.",
"D.",
"E."
] |
[
"B. a pill",
"C. zebra steak",
"D. she is a cold-blooded killer",
"E. a cheese sandwich"
] |
D. she is a cold-blooded killer
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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Once upon a time there were a zebra and a monkey in a zoo. The zebra and the monkey had many napkins. What did the zebra and the monkey do with all the napkins? They didn't know. They ate the napkins. The zebra felt good. The monkey got a stomach ache. Why did the monkey get a stomach ache? The napkins were make out of straw. Straw is good for zebras. Straw is not good for monkeys. The monkey did not like eating the napkins. The zoo worker came and gave the monkey a pill. The pill made the monkey feel better. Now the monkey does not eat napkins. The monkey eats bananas instead of napkins. Now the monkey is always happy and feels good. The zebra does not like to eat bananas. The zebra eats all the napkins and feels good. The zebra and the monkey are both very happy. What does the monkey eat instead of napkins?
A. bananas
B. a pill
C. zebra steak
D. she is a cold-blooded killer
E. a cheese sandwich
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Drawing is a universal language. It was probably our first form of self-expression when we were babies: long before we start writing, we're painting and scribbling , both in order to make sense of the world and because we enjoy it. In the history of human culture, too, painting and image making came before writing or even simple mathematics: 30,000 years ago compared to 5,000. Yet after we leave school most of us never pick up a pencil again--willingly. If asked to draw something, most adults and many older children will shake their heads and say, " Not me! I can't draw. I'm hopeless at it." When you think about it, this is very strange. Drawing involves coordinating the hand and the eye with the pencil. It's a basic skill, no more difficult to learn than other amazing things that humans do, such as hitting a tennis ball over the net or writing our own name. there's no special talent involved. Anybody who can learn to write can learn to draw. So, there you are - no excuse not to get out your pencil, pencil sharpener and rubber and take part in the Big Draw, a nationwide series of free art events taking place all over Britain next October. Everyone's welcome: all you need is a willingness to express yourself through drawing. The Big Draw, now in its fifth year, has already achieved two world records: one for the longest drawing in the world (1km) and the other for the greatest number of people drawing at the same time (7,000). This year, there will be an attempt to create a new Guinness World Record for the longest visitors'book: people will be invited to leave their name and a drawing on a three-kilometer piece of paper. The theme this year is Inside\Outside--People, Structure( ) and Spaces, and other events planned include drawing on a three-kilometer piece of paper. The Big Draw is not about turning the nation into artists, it is about helping people to acquire this universal language of communication. Its greatest achievement next October will be to bring hundreds of thousands of people together to look, imagine, draw and have fun. What is the writer's main purpose in this text?
|
[
"To call on people to join a cultural event.",
"To describe the history of drawing.",
"To advise us to take drawing lessons.",
"To explain how children develop."
] | 0
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miscellaneous
|
C. To call on people to join a cultural event.
|
A. To describe the history of drawing.
B. To explain how children develop.
C. To call on people to join a cultural event.
D. They become more patient.
E. To advise us to take drawing lessons.
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C.
|
[
"A.",
"B.",
"D.",
"E."
] |
[
"A. To describe the history of drawing.",
"B. To explain how children develop.",
"D. They become more patient.",
"E. To advise us to take drawing lessons."
] |
E. To advise us to take drawing lessons.
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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Drawing is a universal language. It was probably our first form of self-expression when we were babies: long before we start writing, we're painting and scribbling , both in order to make sense of the world and because we enjoy it. In the history of human culture, too, painting and image making came before writing or even simple mathematics: 30,000 years ago compared to 5,000. Yet after we leave school most of us never pick up a pencil again--willingly. If asked to draw something, most adults and many older children will shake their heads and say, " Not me! I can't draw. I'm hopeless at it." When you think about it, this is very strange. Drawing involves coordinating the hand and the eye with the pencil. It's a basic skill, no more difficult to learn than other amazing things that humans do, such as hitting a tennis ball over the net or writing our own name. there's no special talent involved. Anybody who can learn to write can learn to draw. So, there you are - no excuse not to get out your pencil, pencil sharpener and rubber and take part in the Big Draw, a nationwide series of free art events taking place all over Britain next October. Everyone's welcome: all you need is a willingness to express yourself through drawing. The Big Draw, now in its fifth year, has already achieved two world records: one for the longest drawing in the world (1km) and the other for the greatest number of people drawing at the same time (7,000). This year, there will be an attempt to create a new Guinness World Record for the longest visitors'book: people will be invited to leave their name and a drawing on a three-kilometer piece of paper. The theme this year is Inside\Outside--People, Structure( ) and Spaces, and other events planned include drawing on a three-kilometer piece of paper. The Big Draw is not about turning the nation into artists, it is about helping people to acquire this universal language of communication. Its greatest achievement next October will be to bring hundreds of thousands of people together to look, imagine, draw and have fun. What is the writer's main purpose in this text?
A. To describe the history of drawing.
B. To explain how children develop.
C. To call on people to join a cultural event.
D. They become more patient.
E. To advise us to take drawing lessons.
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There are many fun, free activities that you can do as a family. All that is required is a bit of imagination and some time set aside for fun. And the best part is that these are the kind of memories a child will remember for a lifetime. Family game night Find out any of the games that are already around the house. Kids often get computer games for Christmas or birthdays, and would love to have a chance to play with their family. Or, make up some games of your own. " _ " is a fun game to play that will challenge a child to use his/her imagination. Divide the family into teams and let each team come up with words that the other has to act out. _ Pick some time for the family to sit down and come up with their own masterpiece. It doesn't need to be just a drawing -- take some old magazines sitting around the house, let the kids cut out pictures and paste them into their own montage. Or, use items from nature. Let them use leaves, pine cones, twigs and whatever else they can find to create something from their imaginations. Family Picnic Taking the family for a picnic is a great way for some fun that doesn't cost any money. If the weather is nice, take them to a park or playground and let the kids have a day of playing. Or, if it is the middle of winter and a foot of snow is on the ground, set up a picnic in the living room. Family Field Trip A family field trip doesn't have to cost a dime. Ask a nearby farm if it would be alright to bring your kids out for a tour and to see some of the animals. Or take them to a park and make a scavenger hunt where they need to find certain items from nature. Ask a local business if you could bring the family for a tour to see how things work -- you might be surprised at the number of people who would be thrilled to share what they do with others, and it could be an interesting lesson for the kids. The writer wrote this passage mainly to _ .
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"encourage children to use imagination.",
"share precious family memories",
"discuss young children's interests",
"suggest fun activities to families"
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B) suggest fun activities to families
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A) share precious family memories
B) suggest fun activities to families
C) discuss young children's interests
D) encourage children to use imagination.
E) on Singles Day many attend parties where blind people were present
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[
"A)",
"C)",
"D)",
"E)"
] |
[
"A) share precious family memories",
"C) discuss young children's interests",
"D) encourage children to use imagination.",
"E) on Singles Day many attend parties where blind people were present"
] |
A) share precious family memories
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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There are many fun, free activities that you can do as a family. All that is required is a bit of imagination and some time set aside for fun. And the best part is that these are the kind of memories a child will remember for a lifetime. Family game night Find out any of the games that are already around the house. Kids often get computer games for Christmas or birthdays, and would love to have a chance to play with their family. Or, make up some games of your own. " _ " is a fun game to play that will challenge a child to use his/her imagination. Divide the family into teams and let each team come up with words that the other has to act out. _ Pick some time for the family to sit down and come up with their own masterpiece. It doesn't need to be just a drawing -- take some old magazines sitting around the house, let the kids cut out pictures and paste them into their own montage. Or, use items from nature. Let them use leaves, pine cones, twigs and whatever else they can find to create something from their imaginations. Family Picnic Taking the family for a picnic is a great way for some fun that doesn't cost any money. If the weather is nice, take them to a park or playground and let the kids have a day of playing. Or, if it is the middle of winter and a foot of snow is on the ground, set up a picnic in the living room. Family Field Trip A family field trip doesn't have to cost a dime. Ask a nearby farm if it would be alright to bring your kids out for a tour and to see some of the animals. Or take them to a park and make a scavenger hunt where they need to find certain items from nature. Ask a local business if you could bring the family for a tour to see how things work -- you might be surprised at the number of people who would be thrilled to share what they do with others, and it could be an interesting lesson for the kids. The writer wrote this passage mainly to _ .
A) share precious family memories
B) suggest fun activities to families
C) discuss young children's interests
D) encourage children to use imagination.
E) on Singles Day many attend parties where blind people were present
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Five teens from Sarasota, Florida, are making music from garbage. The Garbage-Men band's instruments are made from recycled objects. The guitars are boxes. A horn is made from pipes. The keyboard is formed from old bottles. The band started about two years ago. Jack Berry decided to make a playable, homemade guitar. After some trial-and-error, he ended up building it from a cereal box, a yardstick and toothpicks. After Jack showed his creation to his friend Ollie Gray, Ollie had the idea to form a band using other homemade instruments as a way to promote recycling. "We want to show people there is more to recycling than throwing things away in the bin ," Jack, 16, said, "You can actually reuse materials." Ollie, 15, plays drums made from trash cans. Evan Tucker, 15 (bass guitar); Harrison Paparatto, 15 (horns and violin); and Austin Siegel, 15, (keyboard), round out the band. The Garbage-Men plays at local events around Sarasota, including festivals, farmer's markets and community fundraisers. Typically, the teens will set up on the street and perform popular songs from the 1960s, including classic Beatles tunes and people's favorite "Wipe Out," by The Surfaris. In between sets, they talk about recycling the offer tips for how to help the environment. while they perform, Jack's little brother Trent, 11, gives out flyers about recycling and helps sell the band's CD and other merchandise. The band donates the money from sales to charity. They have raised more than $2,500 for Heifer International. The organization gives farm animals, seeds and agricultural training to people in poor countries to help end poverty and hunger. The band--all tenth graders--tries to play a gig for America's Got Talent. The teens hope to eventually take their show on the road by touring in other states. "Music is a really good way to get a good message across to people because it's really accessible," Jack says. Their instruments may be garbage, but their message isn't. What's the best title of the passage?
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[
"Five teens make music from garbage.",
"Heifer International, a charity becomes sustainable.",
"Recycling, a tip on how to protect the environment.",
"Donating animals, helping poor countries."
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[e] Five teens make music from garbage.
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[a] Heifer International, a charity becomes sustainable.
[b] Everything about Bond himself.
[c] Recycling, a tip on how to protect the environment.
[d] Donating animals, helping poor countries.
[e] Five teens make music from garbage.
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[e]
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[
"[a]",
"[b]",
"[c]",
"[d]"
] |
[
"[a] Heifer International, a charity becomes sustainable.",
"[b] Everything about Bond himself.",
"[c] Recycling, a tip on how to protect the environment.",
"[d] Donating animals, helping poor countries."
] |
[a] Heifer International, a charity becomes sustainable.
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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Five teens from Sarasota, Florida, are making music from garbage. The Garbage-Men band's instruments are made from recycled objects. The guitars are boxes. A horn is made from pipes. The keyboard is formed from old bottles. The band started about two years ago. Jack Berry decided to make a playable, homemade guitar. After some trial-and-error, he ended up building it from a cereal box, a yardstick and toothpicks. After Jack showed his creation to his friend Ollie Gray, Ollie had the idea to form a band using other homemade instruments as a way to promote recycling. "We want to show people there is more to recycling than throwing things away in the bin ," Jack, 16, said, "You can actually reuse materials." Ollie, 15, plays drums made from trash cans. Evan Tucker, 15 (bass guitar); Harrison Paparatto, 15 (horns and violin); and Austin Siegel, 15, (keyboard), round out the band. The Garbage-Men plays at local events around Sarasota, including festivals, farmer's markets and community fundraisers. Typically, the teens will set up on the street and perform popular songs from the 1960s, including classic Beatles tunes and people's favorite "Wipe Out," by The Surfaris. In between sets, they talk about recycling the offer tips for how to help the environment. while they perform, Jack's little brother Trent, 11, gives out flyers about recycling and helps sell the band's CD and other merchandise. The band donates the money from sales to charity. They have raised more than $2,500 for Heifer International. The organization gives farm animals, seeds and agricultural training to people in poor countries to help end poverty and hunger. The band--all tenth graders--tries to play a gig for America's Got Talent. The teens hope to eventually take their show on the road by touring in other states. "Music is a really good way to get a good message across to people because it's really accessible," Jack says. Their instruments may be garbage, but their message isn't. What's the best title of the passage?
[a] Heifer International, a charity becomes sustainable.
[b] Everything about Bond himself.
[c] Recycling, a tip on how to protect the environment.
[d] Donating animals, helping poor countries.
[e] Five teens make music from garbage.
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Seven years ago I was 13 years old. I still remember to this day where I was and how it all came down. I was in my social studies classroom, when a teacher came back and told us that the first building of the World Trade Center was hit by a plane. We immediately stopped our work and turned on the television. Throughout half the day we watched TV until the school was forced to let all of us home early. I walked home and immediately turned on the television and watched until my bedtime. I remember always seeing the towers walking to my Tae Kwon Do school; to me, a boy teenager, it was a great thing because at that time I have never seen any other building that caught my eye as much as _ did. And walking to my school that day was just a horrifying dream. Crossing the busy road of the Bell Pike was a big cloud of smoke and dust. It was very upsetting. Every day after that horrific day I looked up to the once stood Twin Towers just to see nothing there. To my eyes, that day will always be in my mind and in my heart, even though I didn't lose any loved ones, I still feel the pain as if I did. September 11th, 2001 will never be forgotten. What was the writer's purpose to write this passage?
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[
"To report an accident.",
"To warn people of the accident.",
"To teach people a moral lesson.",
"To share one of his life stories with others."
] | 3
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E) To share one of his life stories with others.
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A) To warn people of the accident.
B) Americans ate no more than 5 grams of salt per day in the 1970s
C) To teach people a moral lesson.
D) To report an accident.
E) To share one of his life stories with others.
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E)
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[
"A)",
"B)",
"C)",
"D)"
] |
[
"A) To warn people of the accident.",
"B) Americans ate no more than 5 grams of salt per day in the 1970s",
"C) To teach people a moral lesson.",
"D) To report an accident."
] |
D) To report an accident.
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Seven years ago I was 13 years old. I still remember to this day where I was and how it all came down. I was in my social studies classroom, when a teacher came back and told us that the first building of the World Trade Center was hit by a plane. We immediately stopped our work and turned on the television. Throughout half the day we watched TV until the school was forced to let all of us home early. I walked home and immediately turned on the television and watched until my bedtime. I remember always seeing the towers walking to my Tae Kwon Do school; to me, a boy teenager, it was a great thing because at that time I have never seen any other building that caught my eye as much as _ did. And walking to my school that day was just a horrifying dream. Crossing the busy road of the Bell Pike was a big cloud of smoke and dust. It was very upsetting. Every day after that horrific day I looked up to the once stood Twin Towers just to see nothing there. To my eyes, that day will always be in my mind and in my heart, even though I didn't lose any loved ones, I still feel the pain as if I did. September 11th, 2001 will never be forgotten. What was the writer's purpose to write this passage?
A) To warn people of the accident.
B) Americans ate no more than 5 grams of salt per day in the 1970s
C) To teach people a moral lesson.
D) To report an accident.
E) To share one of his life stories with others.
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I paid a visit to Cambridge last January. Though the trip took me 5 hours and it rained the whole day with strong winds there, the town deserved a visit. The bus started at 6:10 a. m. It stopped at 4 airports before we finally arrived,which wasted more time than we expected. Tired with long sitting,one passenger stood up to relax his numbed legs. The driver asked him to sit down but in vain. So he pulled up and said seriously, "Either you get off or sit down." To him, safety is the first policy. Cambridge consists of over thirty colleges. The oldest part of the university was built in the 13th century while the newest was founded in the mid 1960s.The number of the students is so great that many students live in lodgings and move into college for their final year. Cambridge is called a university town because there is no clear separation between the university buildings and the rest of the city. The university is not just one part of the town;it is all over the town. The heart of Cambridge has shops,pubs,and supermarkets,but most of it is university-colleges,departments,libraries,clubs and other places for university staff and students. Students fill the shops,cafes,banks and churches,making these as well part of the university. With over 10,000 undergraduates and postgraduates, the town is a busy place indeed. Students here are not allowed to keep cars. If you happen to be walking in the street during a break,better stop a moment to avoid the boiling sea of bicycles hurrying in all directions,carrying students from one college or lecture room to another. Why is Cambridge called a university town?
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[
"It has 10,000 undergraduates and postgraduates.",
"There are over thirty colleges in the town.",
"All the students and staff live in the town.",
"The university and town are fully combined."
] | 3
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iv. The university and town are fully combined.
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i. The Japanese students love to study under pressure.
ii. All the students and staff live in the town.
iii. It has 10,000 undergraduates and postgraduates.
iv. The university and town are fully combined.
v. There are over thirty colleges in the town.
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iv.
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[
"i.",
"ii.",
"iii.",
"v."
] |
[
"i. The Japanese students love to study under pressure.",
"ii. All the students and staff live in the town.",
"iii. It has 10,000 undergraduates and postgraduates.",
"v. There are over thirty colleges in the town."
] |
ii. All the students and staff live in the town.
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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I paid a visit to Cambridge last January. Though the trip took me 5 hours and it rained the whole day with strong winds there, the town deserved a visit. The bus started at 6:10 a. m. It stopped at 4 airports before we finally arrived,which wasted more time than we expected. Tired with long sitting,one passenger stood up to relax his numbed legs. The driver asked him to sit down but in vain. So he pulled up and said seriously, "Either you get off or sit down." To him, safety is the first policy. Cambridge consists of over thirty colleges. The oldest part of the university was built in the 13th century while the newest was founded in the mid 1960s.The number of the students is so great that many students live in lodgings and move into college for their final year. Cambridge is called a university town because there is no clear separation between the university buildings and the rest of the city. The university is not just one part of the town;it is all over the town. The heart of Cambridge has shops,pubs,and supermarkets,but most of it is university-colleges,departments,libraries,clubs and other places for university staff and students. Students fill the shops,cafes,banks and churches,making these as well part of the university. With over 10,000 undergraduates and postgraduates, the town is a busy place indeed. Students here are not allowed to keep cars. If you happen to be walking in the street during a break,better stop a moment to avoid the boiling sea of bicycles hurrying in all directions,carrying students from one college or lecture room to another. Why is Cambridge called a university town?
i. The Japanese students love to study under pressure.
ii. All the students and staff live in the town.
iii. It has 10,000 undergraduates and postgraduates.
iv. The university and town are fully combined.
v. There are over thirty colleges in the town.
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A crisis is on the way.Global warming? The world economy? No,the decline of reading.People are just not doing it anymore,especially the young.Who's responsible? What is responsible? The Internet,of course,and everything that comes with it--Facebook,Twitter,etc.. There's been a warning about the coming death of literate civilization for a long time.In the 20th century,first it was the movies,then radio,then television that seemed to end the written world.None did.Reading survived;in fact it not only survived,it has developed better.The world is more literate than ever before -- there are more and more readers.and more and more books. The fact that we often get our reading material online today is not something we should worry over.The electronic and digital revolution of the last two decades has arguably shown the way forward for reading and for writing.Interconnectivity allows for the possibility of a reading experience that was barely imaginable before.Where traditional books had to make do with photographs and illustrations,an e-book can provide readers with an unlimited number of links:to texts,pictures,and videos. On the other hand,there is the danger of trivialization .One Twitter group is offering its followers single-sentence-long"digests"of the great novels.War and Peace in a sentence? You must be joking.We should fear the fragmentation of reading.There is the danger that the high-speed connectivity of the Internet will reduce our attention span--that we will be incapable of reading anything of length or which requires deep concentration. In such a fast-changing world,in which reality seems to be remade each day,we need the ability to focus and understand what is happening to us.This has always been the function of literature and we should be careful not to let it disappear.Our society needs to be able to imagine the possibility of someone entirely in pace with modern technology but able to make sense of a dynamic,confusing world. What is the main idea of the passage?
|
[
"Technology is an opportunity and a challenge for traditional reading.",
"Technology pushes the way forward for reading and writing.",
"Interconnectivity is a feature of new reading experience.",
"Technology offers a greater variety of reading practice."
] | 0
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miscellaneous
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2. Technology is an opportunity and a challenge for traditional reading.
|
1. To analyze how two Christmas traditions grew in popularity.
2. Technology is an opportunity and a challenge for traditional reading.
3. Technology offers a greater variety of reading practice.
4. Interconnectivity is a feature of new reading experience.
5. Technology pushes the way forward for reading and writing.
|
2.
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[
"1.",
"3.",
"4.",
"5."
] |
[
"1. To analyze how two Christmas traditions grew in popularity.",
"3. Technology offers a greater variety of reading practice.",
"4. Interconnectivity is a feature of new reading experience.",
"5. Technology pushes the way forward for reading and writing."
] |
3. Technology offers a greater variety of reading practice.
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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A crisis is on the way.Global warming? The world economy? No,the decline of reading.People are just not doing it anymore,especially the young.Who's responsible? What is responsible? The Internet,of course,and everything that comes with it--Facebook,Twitter,etc.. There's been a warning about the coming death of literate civilization for a long time.In the 20th century,first it was the movies,then radio,then television that seemed to end the written world.None did.Reading survived;in fact it not only survived,it has developed better.The world is more literate than ever before -- there are more and more readers.and more and more books. The fact that we often get our reading material online today is not something we should worry over.The electronic and digital revolution of the last two decades has arguably shown the way forward for reading and for writing.Interconnectivity allows for the possibility of a reading experience that was barely imaginable before.Where traditional books had to make do with photographs and illustrations,an e-book can provide readers with an unlimited number of links:to texts,pictures,and videos. On the other hand,there is the danger of trivialization .One Twitter group is offering its followers single-sentence-long"digests"of the great novels.War and Peace in a sentence? You must be joking.We should fear the fragmentation of reading.There is the danger that the high-speed connectivity of the Internet will reduce our attention span--that we will be incapable of reading anything of length or which requires deep concentration. In such a fast-changing world,in which reality seems to be remade each day,we need the ability to focus and understand what is happening to us.This has always been the function of literature and we should be careful not to let it disappear.Our society needs to be able to imagine the possibility of someone entirely in pace with modern technology but able to make sense of a dynamic,confusing world. What is the main idea of the passage?
1. To analyze how two Christmas traditions grew in popularity.
2. Technology is an opportunity and a challenge for traditional reading.
3. Technology offers a greater variety of reading practice.
4. Interconnectivity is a feature of new reading experience.
5. Technology pushes the way forward for reading and writing.
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A 16-year-old boy finds himself on a boat in the Pacific Ocean after escaping a shipwreck . Even worse, he is left with a huge tiger for company. But he manages to survive after 227 days of fighting against all the hardships of the sea. Pi, the lead character in Oscar-winning Ang Lee's new movie Life of Pi, went through an inspiring journey of growth and self-discovery. So did 19-year-old Suraj Sharma, the Indian actor who plays him. But it was a lucky chance that opened up the opportunity for the new star. Sharma was a regular student who lived with his mathematician parents in Delhi, India. As the director traveled to Mumbai to find his Pi, the teenager went along with his younger brother, who had acted in a couple of movies, to audition . But little did Sharma know that he would end up winning the role from 3, 000 hopefuls. Lee said he saw Pi in Sharma: "Not only does he have a compelling and wise look. He has this rare talent." The director said that in the final round, Sharma gave one of the "most compelling readings we had. In the end, he was in tears." Understandably, Sharma didn't want to _ . "He (Lee) had given me this opportunity. I had to give it my best," Sharma told the Philippine Daily Inquirer. Sharma swam for four or five hours a day until he was completely comfortable with the water. He also worked on his body because he had to first gain weight and then quickly lose weight as the story developed. He even had rats run all over him to prepare for his role. Lee was impressed by the teenager, especially his endurance and patience in staying in a water tank for many hours each day. Sharma was only 16 when Lee signed him. After three years of shooting, Sharma said he had matured with Pi's journey. We can know from the passage that _ .
|
[
"Sharma wanted to become a mathematician",
"Sharma had acted in a couple of movies",
"Sharma was sure to win in the audition",
"Many teenagers wanted to act the role Pi"
] | 3
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(D) Many teenagers wanted to act the role Pi
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(A) $26,000
(B) Sharma had acted in a couple of movies
(C) Sharma was sure to win in the audition
(D) Many teenagers wanted to act the role Pi
(E) Sharma wanted to become a mathematician
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(D)
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[
"(A)",
"(B)",
"(C)",
"(E)"
] |
[
"(A) $26,000",
"(B) Sharma had acted in a couple of movies",
"(C) Sharma was sure to win in the audition",
"(E) Sharma wanted to become a mathematician"
] |
(E) Sharma wanted to become a mathematician
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Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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A 16-year-old boy finds himself on a boat in the Pacific Ocean after escaping a shipwreck . Even worse, he is left with a huge tiger for company. But he manages to survive after 227 days of fighting against all the hardships of the sea. Pi, the lead character in Oscar-winning Ang Lee's new movie Life of Pi, went through an inspiring journey of growth and self-discovery. So did 19-year-old Suraj Sharma, the Indian actor who plays him. But it was a lucky chance that opened up the opportunity for the new star. Sharma was a regular student who lived with his mathematician parents in Delhi, India. As the director traveled to Mumbai to find his Pi, the teenager went along with his younger brother, who had acted in a couple of movies, to audition . But little did Sharma know that he would end up winning the role from 3, 000 hopefuls. Lee said he saw Pi in Sharma: "Not only does he have a compelling and wise look. He has this rare talent." The director said that in the final round, Sharma gave one of the "most compelling readings we had. In the end, he was in tears." Understandably, Sharma didn't want to _ . "He (Lee) had given me this opportunity. I had to give it my best," Sharma told the Philippine Daily Inquirer. Sharma swam for four or five hours a day until he was completely comfortable with the water. He also worked on his body because he had to first gain weight and then quickly lose weight as the story developed. He even had rats run all over him to prepare for his role. Lee was impressed by the teenager, especially his endurance and patience in staying in a water tank for many hours each day. Sharma was only 16 when Lee signed him. After three years of shooting, Sharma said he had matured with Pi's journey. We can know from the passage that _ .
(A) $26,000
(B) Sharma had acted in a couple of movies
(C) Sharma was sure to win in the audition
(D) Many teenagers wanted to act the role Pi
(E) Sharma wanted to become a mathematician
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When Susan White went back to high school a couple of years ago, she never had any thought about actually getting a high school diploma. "I just wanted to learn more," she said. But when she found out that many of her classmates were planning to graduate, Mrs. White recalled , "I said my young friends can graduate from high school, so can I." She seems to have been right. As soon as she finishes a history course, Mrs. White will graduate next month. And when she does, she will enter the record books as the oldest person ever to graduate from high school in the United States. Mrs. White is 98 years old and nobody has finished high school at an older age. Mrs. White dropped out of school in the 10thgrade, but her ability to learn has clearly not been reduced after she left school for 80 years. Since going back to her studies, she has kept up a straight record that is the highest possible. Now that she is about to get a diploma, Mrs. White has become a strong believer in getting a good education. "I don't like anyone dropping out of school," she said. "It makes me mad when a person decides to leave school, because future generations will have to know even more than we do in order to survive ".Mrs. White sets a good example of lifelong study! How many other students older than Mrs. White have got a school diploma?
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"None",
"One",
"Two",
"A few"
] | 0
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college_medicine
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(c) None
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(a) One
(b) Two
(c) None
(d) A few
(e) our eyes are in front of our ears
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(c)
|
[
"(a)",
"(b)",
"(d)",
"(e)"
] |
[
"(a) One",
"(b) Two",
"(d) A few",
"(e) our eyes are in front of our ears"
] |
(e) our eyes are in front of our ears
|
Choose the correct answer from the options below.
|
When Susan White went back to high school a couple of years ago, she never had any thought about actually getting a high school diploma. "I just wanted to learn more," she said. But when she found out that many of her classmates were planning to graduate, Mrs. White recalled , "I said my young friends can graduate from high school, so can I." She seems to have been right. As soon as she finishes a history course, Mrs. White will graduate next month. And when she does, she will enter the record books as the oldest person ever to graduate from high school in the United States. Mrs. White is 98 years old and nobody has finished high school at an older age. Mrs. White dropped out of school in the 10thgrade, but her ability to learn has clearly not been reduced after she left school for 80 years. Since going back to her studies, she has kept up a straight record that is the highest possible. Now that she is about to get a diploma, Mrs. White has become a strong believer in getting a good education. "I don't like anyone dropping out of school," she said. "It makes me mad when a person decides to leave school, because future generations will have to know even more than we do in order to survive ".Mrs. White sets a good example of lifelong study! How many other students older than Mrs. White have got a school diploma?
(a) One
(b) Two
(c) None
(d) A few
(e) our eyes are in front of our ears
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Who hasn't enjoyed eating peanuts? Did you know that although peanuts look like nuts and taste like nuts, they aren't nuts at all? They belong to the pea family, so they are called peanuts. The peanut grows flowers above ground, but its "fruit" grows underground. It grows in more countries than most other "nuts". The peanut is a native South American plant. Scientists believe that it grew wild in Brazil long ago. They think that for several thousand years the early peoples of South America made it a part of their diet. These peoples were nomads who moved on when a natural food could no longer be found in one area. Along the way they probably let fall some peanuts, which got into the ground and grew. This is believed to be the way the plant reached the place where the Incas lived. The Incas, from about 1100 to 1532, thought highly of peanuts. The peanuts were eaten in several forms and used as sacrificial offerings to the Incan Sun God. Later in the 16thcentury, European soldiers had brought peanuts to other parts of the world, including North America, Africa, Asia, Europe, and Pacific Islands. Although peanuts were found native in South America, they are now grown in almost every country that has warm weather. India produces the most peanuts. China's production is next, followed by the United States. The peanut is special in more ways than one. It can be eaten raw, boiled, roasted, or fried. Hundreds of widely different products have been made from it. Carver, an American scientist, set himself the task of discovering new uses for eating and for many other products. Peanuts are very highly _ and are also high in protein . Americans use about seven-tenths of their protein in the form of meat. In India, where the poor can't pay for meat or milk, peanut meal and peanut milk have been produced. These have been a great help to the poor. New products are continually being made from peanuts, among them peanut cheese and a powder that becomes peanut butter when water is added. The fact is that peanuts are so healthy that they were used by astronauts. The unusual nut that isn't a nut is one of nature's most amazing gifts. Although we like eating peanuts, many of us don't know peanuts belong to _ family.
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"the pea",
"the nut",
"both the pea and the nut",
"neither the pea nor the nut"
] | 0
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nutrition
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[a] the pea
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[a] the pea
[b] the nut
[c] neither the pea nor the nut
[d] be a singer or an artist
[e] both the pea and the nut
|
[a]
|
[
"[b]",
"[c]",
"[d]",
"[e]"
] |
[
"[b] the nut",
"[c] neither the pea nor the nut",
"[d] be a singer or an artist",
"[e] both the pea and the nut"
] |
[e] both the pea and the nut
|
Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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Who hasn't enjoyed eating peanuts? Did you know that although peanuts look like nuts and taste like nuts, they aren't nuts at all? They belong to the pea family, so they are called peanuts. The peanut grows flowers above ground, but its "fruit" grows underground. It grows in more countries than most other "nuts". The peanut is a native South American plant. Scientists believe that it grew wild in Brazil long ago. They think that for several thousand years the early peoples of South America made it a part of their diet. These peoples were nomads who moved on when a natural food could no longer be found in one area. Along the way they probably let fall some peanuts, which got into the ground and grew. This is believed to be the way the plant reached the place where the Incas lived. The Incas, from about 1100 to 1532, thought highly of peanuts. The peanuts were eaten in several forms and used as sacrificial offerings to the Incan Sun God. Later in the 16thcentury, European soldiers had brought peanuts to other parts of the world, including North America, Africa, Asia, Europe, and Pacific Islands. Although peanuts were found native in South America, they are now grown in almost every country that has warm weather. India produces the most peanuts. China's production is next, followed by the United States. The peanut is special in more ways than one. It can be eaten raw, boiled, roasted, or fried. Hundreds of widely different products have been made from it. Carver, an American scientist, set himself the task of discovering new uses for eating and for many other products. Peanuts are very highly _ and are also high in protein . Americans use about seven-tenths of their protein in the form of meat. In India, where the poor can't pay for meat or milk, peanut meal and peanut milk have been produced. These have been a great help to the poor. New products are continually being made from peanuts, among them peanut cheese and a powder that becomes peanut butter when water is added. The fact is that peanuts are so healthy that they were used by astronauts. The unusual nut that isn't a nut is one of nature's most amazing gifts. Although we like eating peanuts, many of us don't know peanuts belong to _ family.
[a] the pea
[b] the nut
[c] neither the pea nor the nut
[d] be a singer or an artist
[e] both the pea and the nut
|
|
The seas and rivers are being poisoned by radioactive wastes, by chemical discharges and by the dumping of dangerous raw swage . The air we breathe is polluted by smoke and fumes from factories and motor vehicles; even the rain is poisoned. It's little wonder forests and lakes are being destroyed and everywhere wildlife is disappearing, and yet the destruction continues. Governments and industries throughout the world are intensifying their efforts to extract the earth's mineral riches and to destroy its living resources. The great rain-forest and the frozen continents alike are seriously threatened, despite the warnings of the scientific community and the deep concern of millions of ordinary people. In fact, we can create environmentally clean industries, use the power of the sun, wind and waves for our energy needs and manage the finite resources of the earth in a way that will safeguard our future and protect all the rich variety of life-forms which share this planet with us. The main idea of the passage is that .
|
[
"the seas and rivers are being poisoned",
"we can protect natural environments",
"the natural world is under violent attack from man",
"governments and industries should be responsible for the destruction of the natural world"
] | 2
|
global_facts
|
(4) the natural world is under violent attack from man
|
(1) we can protect natural environments
(2) Roosevelt University
(3) the seas and rivers are being poisoned
(4) the natural world is under violent attack from man
(5) governments and industries should be responsible for the destruction of the natural world
|
(4)
|
[
"(1)",
"(2)",
"(3)",
"(5)"
] |
[
"(1) we can protect natural environments",
"(2) Roosevelt University",
"(3) the seas and rivers are being poisoned",
"(5) governments and industries should be responsible for the destruction of the natural world"
] |
(2) Roosevelt University
|
Choose the correct answer from the options below.
|
The seas and rivers are being poisoned by radioactive wastes, by chemical discharges and by the dumping of dangerous raw swage . The air we breathe is polluted by smoke and fumes from factories and motor vehicles; even the rain is poisoned. It's little wonder forests and lakes are being destroyed and everywhere wildlife is disappearing, and yet the destruction continues. Governments and industries throughout the world are intensifying their efforts to extract the earth's mineral riches and to destroy its living resources. The great rain-forest and the frozen continents alike are seriously threatened, despite the warnings of the scientific community and the deep concern of millions of ordinary people. In fact, we can create environmentally clean industries, use the power of the sun, wind and waves for our energy needs and manage the finite resources of the earth in a way that will safeguard our future and protect all the rich variety of life-forms which share this planet with us. The main idea of the passage is that .
(1) we can protect natural environments
(2) Roosevelt University
(3) the seas and rivers are being poisoned
(4) the natural world is under violent attack from man
(5) governments and industries should be responsible for the destruction of the natural world
|
|
Gauri Nanda sees a wearable computer as a handbag -- one that's built out of four-inch squares and triangles of fiber, with tiny computer chips embedded in it. It looks, feels and weighs like your typical leather purse. That's where similarities end: This bag can wirelessly keep track of your belongings and remind you, just as you're about to leave the house, to take your wallet. It can review the weather report and suggest that you grab an umbrella. This purse can even upload your favorite songs onto your scarf. Sure, a computing purse and scarf set may seem like the stuff of science fiction. But these devices, part of next generation of wearable computers, could become commonplace within a few years. DuPont created new super strong fibers that can conduct electricity and can be woven into ordinary-looking clothes. And the chipmaker developed chip packaging allowing wearable computers to be washed, even in the heavy-duty cycle. As a result, these new wearable devices are different from the heavy and downright silly versions of the recent past, which often required users to be wrapped in wires and type on their stomachs. Unlike their predecessors, these new wearable computers also make economic sense. When her bag becomes commercially available in two to three years, Nanda expects it will cost around $150, which is the price of an average leather purse. Here's how the bag works: You place a special radio-signal-transmitting chip on to your wallet. A similar radio in your purse picks up the signal and notifies you that you've forgotten to take your wallet. In turn, sensors on your purse's handles will notify the computer that you've picked up the purse and are ready to go. _ Indeed, more people will want to cross that bridge in the coming years -- making for a booming market for wearable computers that don't like something out of science fiction. According to the passage, these new wearable computers _ .
|
[
"require users to operate on the stomach",
"pick up the signals through wires and chip",
"are being applied in some different areas now",
"are smarter but more expensive than the old ones"
] | 2
|
college_computer_science
|
D. are being applied in some different areas now
|
A. pick up the signals through wires and chip
B. require users to operate on the stomach
C. http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1099.
D. are being applied in some different areas now
E. are smarter but more expensive than the old ones
|
D.
|
[
"A.",
"B.",
"C.",
"E."
] |
[
"A. pick up the signals through wires and chip",
"B. require users to operate on the stomach",
"C. http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1099.",
"E. are smarter but more expensive than the old ones"
] |
E. are smarter but more expensive than the old ones
|
Choose the correct answer from the options below.
|
Gauri Nanda sees a wearable computer as a handbag -- one that's built out of four-inch squares and triangles of fiber, with tiny computer chips embedded in it. It looks, feels and weighs like your typical leather purse. That's where similarities end: This bag can wirelessly keep track of your belongings and remind you, just as you're about to leave the house, to take your wallet. It can review the weather report and suggest that you grab an umbrella. This purse can even upload your favorite songs onto your scarf. Sure, a computing purse and scarf set may seem like the stuff of science fiction. But these devices, part of next generation of wearable computers, could become commonplace within a few years. DuPont created new super strong fibers that can conduct electricity and can be woven into ordinary-looking clothes. And the chipmaker developed chip packaging allowing wearable computers to be washed, even in the heavy-duty cycle. As a result, these new wearable devices are different from the heavy and downright silly versions of the recent past, which often required users to be wrapped in wires and type on their stomachs. Unlike their predecessors, these new wearable computers also make economic sense. When her bag becomes commercially available in two to three years, Nanda expects it will cost around $150, which is the price of an average leather purse. Here's how the bag works: You place a special radio-signal-transmitting chip on to your wallet. A similar radio in your purse picks up the signal and notifies you that you've forgotten to take your wallet. In turn, sensors on your purse's handles will notify the computer that you've picked up the purse and are ready to go. _ Indeed, more people will want to cross that bridge in the coming years -- making for a booming market for wearable computers that don't like something out of science fiction. According to the passage, these new wearable computers _ .
A. pick up the signals through wires and chip
B. require users to operate on the stomach
C. http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1099.
D. are being applied in some different areas now
E. are smarter but more expensive than the old ones
|
|
It was an early September day, cool and bright and just right for running, and I was in the first few miles of a lO-knownmile race over a course with a few high hills. Still, I felt energetic; despite the hills it was going to be a fine run. Just ahead of me was Peggy Mimno, a teacher from Mount Kiseo, New York. She too was running easily, moving along at my speed. The pace felt comfortable, so I decided to stay where I was; why pay attention to pace when she was setting such a nice one? I'd overtake her later on when she tired. So I ran behind her. The course headed north for miles, wandered west for a hilly mile, then turned south again along a winding road. The race was getting harder. We had four miles left and already it was beginning to be real work. Peggy overtook a young runner. She seemed to know him, for they exchanged a few cheerful words as she passed him. Their exchange worried me. You don't chat during a race unless you feeling good, and Peggy plainly was. Still, I was close enough to overtake her if she tired, so I didn't give up hope completely. We were getting nearer to a long, punishing hill now and it would be the test. We were a mile from the finish line, so whatever happened on the hill would almost determine who crossed it first. As I moved up the hill, my attention wandered for a few minutes. When I looked up, Peggy was moving away--first five yards, then ten, then more. Finally it was clear that there was no help of catching her. She beat me soundly. There is an important lesson in that race. Women are thought to be weaker, slower and not nearly as skilled in sport. Yet as Peggy Mimno so clearly showed, the similarities between men and women runners are more important than differences. I have run with a number of women, and I can say it is often hard work. What did the writer think of the race in the beginning?
|
[
"It would be hard work.",
"It would be an easy race.",
"It would be a test of his strength.",
"It would be a good learning experience."
] | 1
|
miscellaneous
|
V. It would be an easy race.
|
I. there would be Easter baskets for children.
II. It would be a test of his strength.
III. It would be hard work.
IV. It would be a good learning experience.
V. It would be an easy race.
|
V.
|
[
"I.",
"II.",
"III.",
"IV."
] |
[
"I. there would be Easter baskets for children.",
"II. It would be a test of his strength.",
"III. It would be hard work.",
"IV. It would be a good learning experience."
] |
IV. It would be a good learning experience.
|
Choose the correct answer from the options below.
|
It was an early September day, cool and bright and just right for running, and I was in the first few miles of a lO-knownmile race over a course with a few high hills. Still, I felt energetic; despite the hills it was going to be a fine run. Just ahead of me was Peggy Mimno, a teacher from Mount Kiseo, New York. She too was running easily, moving along at my speed. The pace felt comfortable, so I decided to stay where I was; why pay attention to pace when she was setting such a nice one? I'd overtake her later on when she tired. So I ran behind her. The course headed north for miles, wandered west for a hilly mile, then turned south again along a winding road. The race was getting harder. We had four miles left and already it was beginning to be real work. Peggy overtook a young runner. She seemed to know him, for they exchanged a few cheerful words as she passed him. Their exchange worried me. You don't chat during a race unless you feeling good, and Peggy plainly was. Still, I was close enough to overtake her if she tired, so I didn't give up hope completely. We were getting nearer to a long, punishing hill now and it would be the test. We were a mile from the finish line, so whatever happened on the hill would almost determine who crossed it first. As I moved up the hill, my attention wandered for a few minutes. When I looked up, Peggy was moving away--first five yards, then ten, then more. Finally it was clear that there was no help of catching her. She beat me soundly. There is an important lesson in that race. Women are thought to be weaker, slower and not nearly as skilled in sport. Yet as Peggy Mimno so clearly showed, the similarities between men and women runners are more important than differences. I have run with a number of women, and I can say it is often hard work. What did the writer think of the race in the beginning?
I. there would be Easter baskets for children.
II. It would be a test of his strength.
III. It would be hard work.
IV. It would be a good learning experience.
V. It would be an easy race.
|
|
Due to the increasing average temperature of the atmosphere, polar ice sheets melt at a greater rate than they form. Which of these will be an effect of the continued melting of polar ice?
|
[
"A major reservoir of fresh water will decrease.",
"Plant life will increase due to higher sea levels.",
"Water runoff will cause an increase in ocean salinity.",
"Ocean temperature will decrease with the addition of cold water."
] | 0
|
high_school_geography
|
b) A major reservoir of fresh water will decrease.
|
a) Ocean temperature will decrease with the addition of cold water.
b) A major reservoir of fresh water will decrease.
c) can merely reconstruct Asian-Pacific "protolanguages"
d) Plant life will increase due to higher sea levels.
e) Water runoff will cause an increase in ocean salinity.
|
b)
|
[
"a)",
"c)",
"d)",
"e)"
] |
[
"a) Ocean temperature will decrease with the addition of cold water.",
"c) can merely reconstruct Asian-Pacific \"protolanguages\"",
"d) Plant life will increase due to higher sea levels.",
"e) Water runoff will cause an increase in ocean salinity."
] |
a) Ocean temperature will decrease with the addition of cold water.
|
Choose the correct answer from the options below.
|
Due to the increasing average temperature of the atmosphere, polar ice sheets melt at a greater rate than they form. Which of these will be an effect of the continued melting of polar ice?
a) Ocean temperature will decrease with the addition of cold water.
b) A major reservoir of fresh water will decrease.
c) can merely reconstruct Asian-Pacific "protolanguages"
d) Plant life will increase due to higher sea levels.
e) Water runoff will cause an increase in ocean salinity.
|
|
Now I'd like to talk to you about your final exam. The exam will be held next Thursday, the last day of the exam week. Remember to bring two of three pens in case you run out of ink. And unlike the midterm exam, this test will not include multiple --- choice questions; it will consist entirely of essays . You'll have to answer three of the five essay questions. The exam will be comprehensive , which means you'll be responsible for all of the subject matters we covered in class this term, I would suggest you review your midterm exam as well as textbooks and your class notes. The final exam will count as 50 percent of your grade of the course. The research project will count as 20 percent and the midterm exam 30 percent. I'll be in my office almost all day next Tuesday. If you run into any problems, please drop in. Good luck to you and I'll see you on Tuesday. When will the final exam take place?
|
[
"On Tuesday",
"On a Wednesday",
"On a Thursday",
"On a Friday"
] | 2
|
college_medicine
|
(B) On a Thursday
|
(A) On a Friday
(B) On a Thursday
(C) There is no strict law for this kind of behaviors.
(D) On Tuesday
(E) On a Wednesday
|
(B)
|
[
"(A)",
"(C)",
"(D)",
"(E)"
] |
[
"(A) On a Friday",
"(C) There is no strict law for this kind of behaviors.",
"(D) On Tuesday",
"(E) On a Wednesday"
] |
(E) On a Wednesday
|
Choose the correct answer from the options below.
|
Now I'd like to talk to you about your final exam. The exam will be held next Thursday, the last day of the exam week. Remember to bring two of three pens in case you run out of ink. And unlike the midterm exam, this test will not include multiple --- choice questions; it will consist entirely of essays . You'll have to answer three of the five essay questions. The exam will be comprehensive , which means you'll be responsible for all of the subject matters we covered in class this term, I would suggest you review your midterm exam as well as textbooks and your class notes. The final exam will count as 50 percent of your grade of the course. The research project will count as 20 percent and the midterm exam 30 percent. I'll be in my office almost all day next Tuesday. If you run into any problems, please drop in. Good luck to you and I'll see you on Tuesday. When will the final exam take place?
(A) On a Friday
(B) On a Thursday
(C) There is no strict law for this kind of behaviors.
(D) On Tuesday
(E) On a Wednesday
|
|
Do you like shopping? Or does the thought of wandering round the shops fill you with terror? For some of us,shopping is an enjoyable way of spending our spare time and our money. For me.it's something I would rather avoid.Thank goodness for the Internet! It's more convenient to buy CDs,electrical items,even food,from the comfort of your sofa.But that's not the only reason:price is an important factor.We can buy goods and services cheaper online. But sometimes the problem is knowing what to buy.This has led to a type of shopping called "show rooming". Show rooming is something I've done.I will go to a shop to see,touch and try out products but then go home and buy them online at a knock--down price.I'm not alone in doing this.Research by a company called Foolproof,found 24%of people show roomed while Christmas shopping in 2013. Amy Cashman,Head of Technology at TNS UK,says the reasons for this new shopping habit are that"people are lacking time,lacking money and they want security about the products they are buying."She explains that consumers are not only shopping online at home but they are using the Internet in store or on their smartphones to shop around. But does this mean technology will kill shops? Certainly shops will change.They will have to offer more competitive prices or encourage people to buy more by giving in--store discounts or free girls. We mustn't forget that buying in a shop means you can get expert advice from the sales assistant and you can get good aftercare.It's good to speak to a real human rather than look at a faceless computer screen but at least by show rooming,you get the best of both worlds! The author's attitude towards show rooming is _
|
[
"critical",
"neutral",
"supportive",
"casual"
] | 2
|
miscellaneous
|
[2] supportive
|
[1] critical
[2] supportive
[3] Northern cities applied more blacks during World War I.
[4] neutral
[5] casual
|
[2]
|
[
"[1]",
"[3]",
"[4]",
"[5]"
] |
[
"[1] critical",
"[3] Northern cities applied more blacks during World War I.",
"[4] neutral",
"[5] casual"
] |
[1] critical
|
Choose the correct answer from the options below.
|
Do you like shopping? Or does the thought of wandering round the shops fill you with terror? For some of us,shopping is an enjoyable way of spending our spare time and our money. For me.it's something I would rather avoid.Thank goodness for the Internet! It's more convenient to buy CDs,electrical items,even food,from the comfort of your sofa.But that's not the only reason:price is an important factor.We can buy goods and services cheaper online. But sometimes the problem is knowing what to buy.This has led to a type of shopping called "show rooming". Show rooming is something I've done.I will go to a shop to see,touch and try out products but then go home and buy them online at a knock--down price.I'm not alone in doing this.Research by a company called Foolproof,found 24%of people show roomed while Christmas shopping in 2013. Amy Cashman,Head of Technology at TNS UK,says the reasons for this new shopping habit are that"people are lacking time,lacking money and they want security about the products they are buying."She explains that consumers are not only shopping online at home but they are using the Internet in store or on their smartphones to shop around. But does this mean technology will kill shops? Certainly shops will change.They will have to offer more competitive prices or encourage people to buy more by giving in--store discounts or free girls. We mustn't forget that buying in a shop means you can get expert advice from the sales assistant and you can get good aftercare.It's good to speak to a real human rather than look at a faceless computer screen but at least by show rooming,you get the best of both worlds! The author's attitude towards show rooming is _
[1] critical
[2] supportive
[3] Northern cities applied more blacks during World War I.
[4] neutral
[5] casual
|
|
What dissolves in water when combined?
|
[
"crystal carbohydrates",
"iron",
"oil",
"plastic"
] | 0
|
college_chemistry
|
[d] crystal carbohydrates
|
[a] iron
[b] plastic
[c] oil
[d] crystal carbohydrates
[e] It was a book that told you how to get a good job and a good future.
|
[d]
|
[
"[a]",
"[b]",
"[c]",
"[e]"
] |
[
"[a] iron",
"[b] plastic",
"[c] oil",
"[e] It was a book that told you how to get a good job and a good future."
] |
[c] oil
|
Choose the correct answer from the options below.
|
What dissolves in water when combined?
[a] iron
[b] plastic
[c] oil
[d] crystal carbohydrates
[e] It was a book that told you how to get a good job and a good future.
|
|
One in five American families will move every year. Moving is one of the most stress-producing events a family has to go through. Experts say it can be harder for children. How do you help your child adjust to the changes? The Ricardos moved from their old house to a new home. Same family, same dog-but it was harder for 9-year-old Elena. She hated the room, the house and everything. She hated leaving her friends the most. " I was so emotional. I mean, saying goodbye to all my friends.....my very close friends, who was my neighbor, made me so sad," says Elena. For some children, the emotional stress of moving is not much more different from the emotions when someone has died. "There's that sense that, 'I've lost my friends, my friends, my base, my school, my teachers-everything I knew that made me feel safe is all gone now. I have to start over," says Dr. Tim Jordan. Starting over is exactly Dr. Tim Jordan's advice. Make new friends, enter the new school and enter the new neighborhood. And here are some other pieces of advice. * Explain clearly to the children why the move is necessary. * Familiarize the children as much as possible with the new area with maps, photographs or the daily newspaper. * After the move, got the children to join in activities in the place. * Help the children keep in touch with friends from the neighborhood before through telephone, letters, e-mail, and personal visits. Which of the following is useful to reduce the children's stress before the move?
|
[
"Let doctors give children some advice.",
"Try letting children accept the fact of moving.",
"Let children keep in touch with their former friends.",
"Copy the new environment in the old home."
] | 1
|
high_school_psychology
|
E) Try letting children accept the fact of moving.
|
A) Copy the new environment in the old home.
B) Let children keep in touch with their former friends.
C) To meet the challenge from Marcy's restaurants.
D) Let doctors give children some advice.
E) Try letting children accept the fact of moving.
|
E)
|
[
"A)",
"B)",
"C)",
"D)"
] |
[
"A) Copy the new environment in the old home.",
"B) Let children keep in touch with their former friends.",
"C) To meet the challenge from Marcy's restaurants.",
"D) Let doctors give children some advice."
] |
B) Let children keep in touch with their former friends.
|
Choose the correct answer from the options below.
|
One in five American families will move every year. Moving is one of the most stress-producing events a family has to go through. Experts say it can be harder for children. How do you help your child adjust to the changes? The Ricardos moved from their old house to a new home. Same family, same dog-but it was harder for 9-year-old Elena. She hated the room, the house and everything. She hated leaving her friends the most. " I was so emotional. I mean, saying goodbye to all my friends.....my very close friends, who was my neighbor, made me so sad," says Elena. For some children, the emotional stress of moving is not much more different from the emotions when someone has died. "There's that sense that, 'I've lost my friends, my friends, my base, my school, my teachers-everything I knew that made me feel safe is all gone now. I have to start over," says Dr. Tim Jordan. Starting over is exactly Dr. Tim Jordan's advice. Make new friends, enter the new school and enter the new neighborhood. And here are some other pieces of advice. * Explain clearly to the children why the move is necessary. * Familiarize the children as much as possible with the new area with maps, photographs or the daily newspaper. * After the move, got the children to join in activities in the place. * Help the children keep in touch with friends from the neighborhood before through telephone, letters, e-mail, and personal visits. Which of the following is useful to reduce the children's stress before the move?
A) Copy the new environment in the old home.
B) Let children keep in touch with their former friends.
C) To meet the challenge from Marcy's restaurants.
D) Let doctors give children some advice.
E) Try letting children accept the fact of moving.
|
|
Whether you prefer burning the midnight oil or going to bed early so you can get up at the break of dawn depends on your genes , according to experts. I jump out of bed each morning, eager to start an active day. But I can hear my neighbour's alarm clock ringing non-stop every morning and I doubt he gets to work on time. A lot of noise comes from his flat in the evening. He's happy to stay up watching TV till after midnight, while I go to bed early and try to sleep. Well, it might not be his fault after all. I'm called 'a lark ' and my neighbour 'an owl '. We all have inside 'clocks' in the brain to control all kinds of bodily functions and it is reset every day by light. These inside clocks run to a different schedule in 'larks' and 'owls'. If you have a fast clock, you like to do things early, and if you have a slow clock, you like to do things late. Because we live in a 24/7 world, scientists believe it's important to understand a person's 'chronotype' - the time of the day when they function the best. It could help us lead a healthier life. A US professor has studied sleeping patterns and thinks work times should be changed and made more individual to fit in with our chronotypes. And he has advice for those who can't choose their working hours: "If that's not possible, we should be more careful about light exposure", says the professor. "You should try to go to work not in a covered vehicle but on a bike. The minute the sun sets we should use things that have no blue light, like computer screens and other electronic devices." Things with blue light are not recommended after sunset because blue light _ .
|
[
"will make you nervous",
"may cause sleep problems",
"will reduce your work effect",
"may make you sleepy"
] | 1
|
nutrition
|
[E] may cause sleep problems
|
[A] may make you sleepy
[B] will reduce your work effect
[C] will make you nervous
[D] thankfulness
[E] may cause sleep problems
|
[E]
|
[
"[A]",
"[B]",
"[C]",
"[D]"
] |
[
"[A] may make you sleepy",
"[B] will reduce your work effect",
"[C] will make you nervous",
"[D] thankfulness"
] |
[D] thankfulness
|
Choose the correct answer from the options below.
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Whether you prefer burning the midnight oil or going to bed early so you can get up at the break of dawn depends on your genes , according to experts. I jump out of bed each morning, eager to start an active day. But I can hear my neighbour's alarm clock ringing non-stop every morning and I doubt he gets to work on time. A lot of noise comes from his flat in the evening. He's happy to stay up watching TV till after midnight, while I go to bed early and try to sleep. Well, it might not be his fault after all. I'm called 'a lark ' and my neighbour 'an owl '. We all have inside 'clocks' in the brain to control all kinds of bodily functions and it is reset every day by light. These inside clocks run to a different schedule in 'larks' and 'owls'. If you have a fast clock, you like to do things early, and if you have a slow clock, you like to do things late. Because we live in a 24/7 world, scientists believe it's important to understand a person's 'chronotype' - the time of the day when they function the best. It could help us lead a healthier life. A US professor has studied sleeping patterns and thinks work times should be changed and made more individual to fit in with our chronotypes. And he has advice for those who can't choose their working hours: "If that's not possible, we should be more careful about light exposure", says the professor. "You should try to go to work not in a covered vehicle but on a bike. The minute the sun sets we should use things that have no blue light, like computer screens and other electronic devices." Things with blue light are not recommended after sunset because blue light _ .
[A] may make you sleepy
[B] will reduce your work effect
[C] will make you nervous
[D] thankfulness
[E] may cause sleep problems
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It was the last day of final exams in a university. On the steps of one building, a group of engineering students were discussing the exam. On their faces was confidence . This was their last exam and then they would graduate. With all these four years of college behind them, they felt ready to go into the world. The professor had said they could bring any book or note they wanted, but they could not talk to each other. They went into the classroom happily. The professor gave them the papers. They smiled when they found that there were only five questions. Three hours passed and the professor began to collect the papers. The students no longer looked so confident . The professor faced the class. No one spoke. They just held papers in their hands. The professor then asked, "How many of you finished all five questions?" Not a hand was raised. "How many answered four?" Still no hand. "Three? Two?" The students looked worried in their seats. "One, then?" Certainly somebody finished one. However, nobody replied. The professor put down the papers. "That is just what I thought," he said. "I just want to tell you that, even though you have finished four years of engineering, there are still many things about the subject you don't know. These questions you could not answer are quite common in everyday practice." Then he added with a smile, "You will all pass this course, but remember----even though you are now college graduates, your education has just begun." Which is the best title for the passage?
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"Confident Students",
"A Common professor",
"An Easy Exam",
"So Much to Learn"
] | 3
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[D] So Much to Learn
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[A] it expected for better help on its website
[B] A Common professor
[C] Confident Students
[D] So Much to Learn
[E] An Easy Exam
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"[A]",
"[B]",
"[C]",
"[E]"
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"[A] it expected for better help on its website",
"[B] A Common professor",
"[C] Confident Students",
"[E] An Easy Exam"
] |
[C] Confident Students
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It was the last day of final exams in a university. On the steps of one building, a group of engineering students were discussing the exam. On their faces was confidence . This was their last exam and then they would graduate. With all these four years of college behind them, they felt ready to go into the world. The professor had said they could bring any book or note they wanted, but they could not talk to each other. They went into the classroom happily. The professor gave them the papers. They smiled when they found that there were only five questions. Three hours passed and the professor began to collect the papers. The students no longer looked so confident . The professor faced the class. No one spoke. They just held papers in their hands. The professor then asked, "How many of you finished all five questions?" Not a hand was raised. "How many answered four?" Still no hand. "Three? Two?" The students looked worried in their seats. "One, then?" Certainly somebody finished one. However, nobody replied. The professor put down the papers. "That is just what I thought," he said. "I just want to tell you that, even though you have finished four years of engineering, there are still many things about the subject you don't know. These questions you could not answer are quite common in everyday practice." Then he added with a smile, "You will all pass this course, but remember----even though you are now college graduates, your education has just begun." Which is the best title for the passage?
[A] it expected for better help on its website
[B] A Common professor
[C] Confident Students
[D] So Much to Learn
[E] An Easy Exam
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