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TEST 2 Read the following advertisement 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 1 to 6. The Butterfly Effect: How Your Kindness Transforms Communities A single act of (1)_________ can ripple powerfully through our interconnected global world. The community garden project needs your (2)_________ immediately and consistently. People (3)_________ others enthusiastically create stronger and healthier neighbourhoods everywhere. Life sometimes unexpectedly (4)_________ us a curveball without any warning. Your thoughtful donation instills immediate hope (5)_________ struggling families in desperate need. To volunteer regularly is (6)_________ countless lives forever and meaningfully. Question 1:A. kindly B. kindness C. kind D. kindify Question 2:A. generous support volunteer B. volunteer support generous C. support volunteer generous D. generous volunteer support Question 3:A. helping B. are help C. which helped D. was helped Question 4:A. delivers B. sends C. throws D. pitches Question 5:A. on B. in C. into D. for Question 6:A. changing B. change C. to changing D. to change Read of the following leaflet 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 7 to 12. Beyond Boundaries: Creating Inclusive Community Networks Our community project aims to bring people together. Some members focus on organising events, while (7)_________ members work on communication strategies. We need to (8)_________ barriers to connect with diverse groups in our neighbourhood. The (9)_________ between different organisations has strengthened our network. (10)_________ the increasing diversity in our area, we must create more inclusive spaces. The (11)_________ of our programmes ensures everyone can participate. We have helped (12)_________ of families connect with essential resources in their community. Question 7:A. others B. another C. the other D. other Question 8:A. break down B. reach out C. put aside D. carry on Question 9:A. conflict B. distance C. competition D. synergy Question 10:A. Close to B. Due to C. Far from D. Back to Question 11:A. duration B. expense C. inclusivity D. formality Question 12:A. plenty B. much C. few D. little Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best arrangement of utterances or sentences to make a meaningful exchange or text in each of the following questions from 13 to 17. Question 13:
a. Ben: Wow! Can we name it Cookie? b. Lily: Yes! Cookie is our new little friend! c. Lily: I found a tiny kitten under the tree! A. a-b-c B. b-c-a C. a-c-b D. c-a-b Question 14: a. Anna: If you share my crayons, we can draw together. b. Anna: Let’s put it on the wall when we finish, because it looks so pretty! c. Tom: I will help you, so the rainbow can be very big. d. Anna: I want to draw a rainbow because it makes me happy. e. Tom: That is a nice idea, but I don’t have many colors. A. e-a-b-d-c B. d-e-a-c-b C. c-a-e-d-b D. d-b-c-e-a Question 15: Dear Sam, a. The local shops have donated items, which we distribute every weekend. b. My family has started a small project that collects food for those who need it most. c. I think that helping others makes our town better, because people feel happier when they work together. d. We have seen many neighbors join us, although they are busy with their own lives. e. Would you like to join us next Saturday, when we will be at the community center? Best wishes, LK A. c-b-d-a-e B. b-d-a-c-e C. d-b-e-a-c D. a-c-b-d-e Question 16: a. In our town, the school started a program where students visit the senior center. b. Young people can learn from older people, and older people can learn from young people. c. When we listen to people of all ages, we become stronger as a community. d. My grandpa teaches me how to fix things, while I show him how to use his phone. e. Many communities have gardens where old and young people work together. A. a-b-e-d-c B. d-e-a-b-c C. b-d-a-e-c D. e-d-b-a-c Question 17: a. Good listening helps people feel important and respected, and it makes our community stronger than before. When we truly hear each other, we build bridges between different groups and create a better place for everyone to live. b. My teacher always listens carefully to all students in our class, and she helps us when we have different ideas or disagreements. She shows us that listening is more important than talking all the time. c. Our community started a special listening circle where people talk about their problems and hopes while others listen without interrupting or judging. These meetings happen every week at the community center, and more people join each time.
d. Young and old neighbors meet every month in the park because they want to share stories and learn from each other's experiences. The older people tell stories about the past, and the younger people share new ideas about technology. e. When we listen to each other with open hearts, we can understand problems better and find creative solutions together. Good listening is a skill that everyone can learn and practice every day. A. e-d-a-b-c B. e-c-d-b-a C. e-a-d-c-b D. e-b-c-d-a Read the following passage about The Value of Deliberate Connection in a Fast-Paced World 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. In our busy world, many people forget the importance of slow connections. Taking time to talk with neighbors creates stronger communities (18)_________. If we slowed down more often, we would discover the true value of human relationships. The community garden, which was started by elderly residents last year, has become a popular meeting place for people of all ages. Every Saturday morning, families gather to plant vegetables and share stories. (19)_________. Technology makes our lives easier; however, it often separates us from real human contact. Many people now recognize this problem and are finding ways to balance digital life with face-to-face meetings. Some communities have established "tech-free zones" where phones must be put away to encourage genuine interaction. Local festivals (20)_________. These events feature traditional food, music, and games that help preserve cultural heritage and build community pride. Visitors from neighboring towns often join these celebrations, expanding our social networks. (21)_________. This exchange of wisdom and enthusiasm benefits everyone in our neighborhood. Regular mentoring programs connect generations and create lasting bonds. That we live in a slow community and (22)_________. When we prioritize relationships over rushing, our mental health improves, and our sense of belonging grows stronger each day. Despite technological advances that promise connection, nothing replaces the warmth of a genuine smile and conversation shared between neighbors who truly care about one another's well-being. Question 18: A. members contribute ideas but the leader makes all final decisions alone B. where everyone feels welcome and can truly be themselves without judgment C. the company has launched recently and was receiving positive customer feedback D. which students have completed assignments but teachers will grade them next week Question 19: A. Companies invest in technology whereas employees demand better working conditions without proper training B. Tourists visit ancient temples although locals prefer modern shopping centers with international brands C. Children learn about nature while adults enjoy peaceful conversations away from screens and notifications
D. Students complete assignments but teachers prepare difficult exams with complex mathematical equations Question 20: A. are organized every month by volunteer groups to bring people together B. which develop modern technology that destroys natural environments quickly C. who requires special training which costs thousands of dollars annually D. having damaged local ecosystems by releasing harmful chemicals regularly Question 21: A. Companies develop new technology, yet employees resist implementing modern systems B. Tourists explore ancient temples, while locals avoid crowded historical attractions C. Students finish assignments early, but teachers require additional practice exercises D. Children need time with adults, and adults need the energy of children Question 22: A. whether students complete assignments determines their final grades in academic courses B. how companies market products affects consumer decisions about purchasing electronics C. appreciate simple moments leads to our discovery of happiness in unexpected places D. where tourists visit landmarks creates economic opportunities for local business owners Read the following passage about How Connections Generate Community Power 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. Social capital represents invisible bonds holding communities together effectively and sustainably. Like physical systems governed by attraction laws, social networks operate through complex interactions between individuals with varying motivations. When people connect meaningfully, they create resources benefiting everyone involved throughout their community. These connections, whether formal or casual, constitute the foundation of community strength across diverse populations. The accumulation of social capital resembles energy conservation in physics through measurable patterns. Every positive interaction contributes to collective goodwill and trust among community members and organizations. Research shows communities with robust social networks demonstrate greater resilience during crises affecting their infrastructures. For example, neighborhoods where residents regularly engage in communal activities recovered faster after natural disasters destroyed physical resources. This resilience stems from established communication channels and mutual support systems that activate when needed. However, social capital deteriorates without regular maintenance through intentional community- building efforts and activities. Just as entropy increases in closed systems, community bonds weaken when not reinforced through ongoing interaction between diverse groups. Digital connections, while convenient, often lack the depth necessary for building substantial social capital across boundaries. Face-to-face encounters generate stronger emotional resonance and commitment between individuals with different