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B. Many young shoppers prefer to visit physical stores for a more personal experience C. These websites offer great discounts and promotions that attract shoppers looking for cheap deals D. Discounts and promotions are available primarily for clothing and accessories on these platforms Question 19: A. many young shoppers prefer to browse in physical stores for better quality and service B. more and more young consumers are choosing to buy their products online instead of in physical stores C. most online shoppers are concerned about shipping costs and delivery times for their online orders D. shopping online is becoming less popular on account of the rise of cheap and local markets and shops Question 20: A. are constantly on the go and rely on digital platforms B. who are constantly on the go and rely on digital platforms C. that being constantly on the go and rely on digital platforms D. whose they are constantly on the go and rely on digital platforms Question 21: A. that are influenced by social media trends and online reviews B. having been influenced by social media trends and online reviews C. are influenced by social media trends and online reviews D. of which influences of social media trends and online reviews are understood Question 22: A. adverts for new items have been seen by young shoppers B. new items are advertised for young shoppers to try C. young shoppers are encouraged to try new items D. encouragement is given for young shoppers to try new items Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions from 23 to 30. For many of us, being able to go to space is a rare and wonderful experience. However, before you can officially join NASA and carry out your first mission in space, the road will definitely not be easy. To begin with, those who want to pursue a career in space exploration must have a master's degree in a relevant field of science and at least two years of relevant professional experience, which amounts to at least 7 to 8 years of preparation in total. The application process, which takes place every four years, is no less challenging. When 18,300 people applied for the class of 2017, for example, only 12 were accepted, which is less than 1% - so your chances of being accepted is definitely slim. Even if NASA approves your application, it will take some time before you can actually leave Earth. First, you need to complete two years of basic training. Astronaut trainees must be fluent in Russian so they'll be able to effectively communicate with their colleagues and other experts at the Russian Mission Control Centre, especially during important missions. Furthermore, they also have to learn everything about how spaceships work and the complicated science involved in space stations. And of course, there is also physical training. Astronauts in training need to earn scuba certification and swim three laps in a pool while wearing a flight suit. They must also undergo military land and water survival training, which is essential for emergencies. Finally, trainees must practise in simulations that allow them to get used to high and low atmospheric pressures, which they may experience when working in space. (Adapted from bestcolleges.com) Question 23: The word slim in paragraph 2 could be best replaced by _______ . A. dim B. small C. rare D. thin Question 24: According to the passage, all of the following are requirements for pursuing a career in space exploration EXCEPT _______ . A. knowledge about how spaceships work B. two years of relevant professional experience C. completion of a specialized training program D. a master's degree in a relevant field of science Question 25: The word they in paragraph 3 refers to _______ . A. trainees B. colleagues C. experts D. missions Question 26: The word approves in paragraph 3 is OPPOSITE in meaning to _______ . A. weakens B. rejects C. prevents D. endorses Question 27: Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 4? A. Astronauts need to complete military land and water training to prepare for emergencies. B. Astronauts have the option to take military survival training for land and water situations if they want to.
C. Undergoing military land and water survival training is required but not necessary for astronauts. D. Military land and water survival training is crucial for astronauts to complete in case of emergencies. Question 28: Which of the following is NOT TRUE according to the passage? A. When you become an astronaut, you have to speak fluent Russian. B. For every astronaut, knowledge of how spaceships work is crucial. C. Astronaut trainees must swim three pool laps every day as part of training. D. Astronauts must be familiar with different levels of atmospheric pressure. Question 29: In which paragraph does the writer discuss the physical training requirements for astronaut trainees? A. Paragraph 1 B. Paragraph 2 C. Paragraph 3 D. Paragraph 4 Question 30: In which paragraph does the writer mention the application process for NASA and the acceptance rate? A. Paragraph 1 B. Paragraph 2 C. Paragraph 3 D. Paragraph 4 Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions from 31 to 40. [I] When trying to memorise new things, it's easy to assume that the more work we put in, the better we will perform. [II] But just try dimming the lights and enjoying 10-15 minutes of silence, and you may find that your memory of what you have learnt is far better. [III] Although it's already well known that we should sometimes rest while studying, new research suggests that we should aim for "minimal interference" during these breaks- avoiding any activity that could interrupt memory formation like checking your emails or surfing the Internet. [VI] The remarkable memory-boosting benefits of undisturbed rest were first documented in 1900 by the German psychologist Georg Elias Muller. In one experiment, Muller first asked their participants to learn a list of meaningless syllables. Following a short study period, half the group were immediately given a second list to learn while the rest were given a short break before continuing. In the end, the participants given the break remembered nearly 50 percent of the 2 lists, compared to an average of 28 percent for the other group. More recent research has also replicated Muller's finding in many different contexts. For example, a study found that these short periods of rest can also improve our spatial memory, for instance - helping people better recall the location of different landmarks. Crucially, this advantage lasts for a week after the original learning task, and seems to benefit participants of all ages. And in all cases, they simply let their minds wander in a quiet room without distraction when they rest. However, we should be careful as we daydream. This is because in another experiment, participants were asked to imagine a past or future event during their break, and this appeared to reduce their later recall of new material. So it may be safest to avoid any concerted mental effort as we rest. How this effect works is still not clearly understood, though some clues come from a growing understanding of memory formation. It is now well accepted that once memories are initially encoded, they pass through a period of consolidation that slowly transfers them into your long-term memory. This was once thought to happen primarily during sleep, with heightened communication between the hippocampus - where memories are first formed - and the cortex, starting a process that quickly builds and strengthens the neural connections needed for later recall. But it seems that comparable brain activity can occur during periods of wakeful rest as well. The next time you need to study a large amount of information for an exam, it's worth remembering that just like your smartphones, your brain also needs a regular period of recharging to work properly. After all, even slight improvements in your memory could make the vital difference between a grade or two. (Adapted from bbc.com) Question 31: Where in paragraphs 1 and 2 does the following sentence best fit? Research shows that short, undisturbed breaks can be just as crucial as study time itself. A. [I] B. [II] C. [III] D. [IV] Question 32: Which of the following best summarizes paragraph 2? A. A study in the 1900s showed that studying for a shorter period is bound to impair memory. B. An experiment demonstrated that breaks improve memory recall for lists of information. C. Research confirmed that distractions during study breaks can harm memory formation. D. Early experiments suggest that studying and resting both contribute equally to memory retention. Question 33: According to the passage, which of the following is NOT mentioned as a benefit of undisturbed rest? A. helping improve recall of spatial locations B. enhancing long-term memory retention C. benefiting individuals across age groups D. providing guidelines on ideal rest duration Question 34: The word concerted in paragraph 3 could be best replaced by _______ . A. exhausted B. forceful C. intense D. enthusiastic