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d. Rich people can buy medicine that poor people cannot afford, and this makes a big difference in how long they live. e. In our world today, some people live much longer than others because they have better doctors and healthier food in their countries. A. e-d-b-a-c B. d-b-a-e-c C. a-b-e-d-c D. b-d-a-e-c Question 17: a. When we visit forests that have fewer trees than before, we feel worried because these places are part of our memories and our hearts. b. If we work together to protect these places that we love, we can feel better about the future, and we can teach children why nature is important. c. Many people feel sad when they see their favorite places change, and this feeling is called solastalgia. d. Cities grow bigger, and the weather changes, which makes our special places look different, even though we can still go there. e. The beach where I played as a child is still there, but it is smaller now because the water is higher and there is too much trash. A. c-a-b-e-d B. c-b-d-e-a C. c-e-a-d-b D. c-d-e-a-b Read the following passage about Light Pollution's Unseen Impact and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 18 to 22. Many people don't notice that the night sky is disappearing because of light pollution. Cities and towns use too many bright lights, which make stars harder to see. (18)_________. This problem affects not only humans but also animals and plants that need darkness. Birds that fly at night often get confused by bright city lights, and they sometimes crash into tall buildings. Sea turtles, which have lived on Earth for millions of years, cannot find their way to the ocean when beaches are too bright. Had we understood the consequences earlier, we might have designed better lighting systems. (19)_________. Scientists who study this issue warn that many children growing up today have never seen a truly dark sky. The Milky Way, (20)_________, can now be seen only in remote areas far from cities. Animals that hunt at night cannot find food easily, while plants blooming at strange times create problems for the whole ecosystem. Enjoying the stars and protecting darkness, (21)_________. When communities work together to reduce unnecessary lighting, both wildlife and humans benefit from the natural darkness that has shaped life on our planet for millions of years. Unless we take action soon, (22)_________. Our health is also affected by too much light at night because it disrupts our sleep patterns and can lead to various illnesses. Question 18: A. Wildlife conservation succeeds when communities prioritize economic development first B. Stars become more visible although cities increase their nighttime illumination levels C. Children who grow up in bright cities experience the richest view of galaxies D. Light pollution happens when we use too much artificial light at night
Question 19: A. Rural areas face increasing light pollution but urban regions show improvement annually B. This problem grows worse every year as cities expand and more lights are installed C. This problem diminishes gradually whenever cities implement modern lighting technology D. Light pollution decreases naturally because cities are adopting energy conservation policies Question 20: A. which used to be visible from most places on Earth B. people are seeing more stars than in previous decades C. who will become brighter when observed from rural areas D. has been increasing in visibility across urban centers Question 21: A. causing fewer disturbances to wildlife habitats in urban areas B. having increased the brightness of night skies for better safety C. encouraged to install more powerful lights in residential zones D. people can help solve this growing problem in their communities Question 22: A. which has improved the visibility of stars in urban settings B. having reduced light pollution levels across major cities C. future generations will lose the wonder of stargazing forever D. that will enhance our connection to celestial bodies naturally Read the following passage about Our Afterlives in the Cloud and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions from 23 to 30. In today's digital world, our online presence continues even after we die. Social media accounts, emails, and digital photos remain stored in the cloud, creating what experts call a "digital afterlife." Many people never consider what will happen to these digital assets when they pass away. Without proper planning, family members may struggle to access important accounts or preserve precious memories stored online. Companies like Facebook and Google now offer legacy options for accounts. Facebook allows users to designate a "legacy contact" who can manage their profile after death. This person can write a final post, update profile pictures, and download content, but cannot read private messages. Google's Inactive Account Manager lets users decide what happens to their data after a period of inactivity. These tools help families avoid the complicated process of proving their relationship to the deceased just to access basic account information. Digital inheritance planning is becoming essential in modern estate planning. Legal experts recommend creating a digital will that lists all online accounts with usernames. However, sharing passwords directly may violate terms of service agreements. Instead, people can use password managers or digital