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TEST 2 Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions. Question 1: A. girls B. works C. degrees D. opportunities Question 2: A. eliminated B. forced C. worked D. missed Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of the primary stress in each of the following questions. Question 3: A. suitable B. physical C. fantastic D. popular Question 4: A. organize B. educate C. isolate D. abandon Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. Question 5: Organizations are working hard to __________ gender equality in the workplace. A. establish B. prevent C. ignore D. challenge Question 6: Many activists are committed to __________ equal pay for women. A. advocate B. advocating C. advocated D. advocates Question 7: Women in leadership positions are generally __________ likely to face gender biases compared to men. A. less B. equally C. more D. most Question 8: Gender equality has improved over the years, __________? A. hasn’t it B. did it C. doesn’t it D. wasn’t it Question 9: The new policy is designed to __________ gender discrimination in the workplace. A. bring up B. bring out C. bring about D. bring in Read the following advertisement/announcement and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks. Take Action for Gender Equality! Gender equality is an important issue in modern society. Gender discrimination is due to (10) _____ outdated attitudes and beliefs about the roles of men and women in (11) ______ society. We need to (12) ______ change to ensure that everyone has equal opportunities, regardless of gender. Question 10: A. by B. to C. with D. from Question 11: A. a B. an C. the D. Ø (no article) Question 12: A. the action B. action C. act D. active Take Action for Women's Rights! Did you know that supporting women's rights can (13) _____ many positive changes in society? (14) _____ everyone works together to promote gender equality, we can make a significant difference. Programs to support women (15) _____ at the community center this month. Let’s work together to build a more equal future! Question 13: A. create B. reject C. ignore D. refuse Question 14: A. Although B. If C. Because D. Unless Question 15: A. have organized B. organizing C. will be organized D. organized
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to make a meaningful paragraph/letter in each of the following questions. Question 16: Respecting Each Other's Gender: An Important Goal a. Respecting each other's gender is very important for creating a fair and welcoming community. b. However, not respecting gender can cause serious problems in our society. c. Schools and community groups are starting programs to teach about gender respect and encourage positive actions. d. When everyone is treated fairly, it not only makes people happier but also helps them grow personally and professionally. e. We need to focus on this issue to create a more just society. A. b-a-d-c-e B. a-b-d-c-e C. b-a-d-c-e D. a-b-c-d-e Question 17: Dear Alex, a. I hope you are well. I’ve been thinking about how we can make education more equal for everyone. b. One important step is to make sure that all students have access to good education, no matter their background. c. Also, we need to support rules and policies that promote fair opportunities in schools and deal with any inequalities. d. Talking openly and raising awareness about education inequality can help us create a fairer system. e. I’d love to hear your thoughts on these ideas. Looking forward to your reply. f. Best wishes, A. a-b-c-d-e-f B. a-c-b-d-e-f C. a-b-d-c-e-f D. a-b-c-e-d-f Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks. Report on Student Equality in Oakwood Here is a report about the current state of student equality in Oakwood. This report will start by highlighting the main issues affecting student equality and will then suggest several potential solutions that the city can consider and (18) ______. Main Issues Affecting Student Equality One major issue is the unequal access to quality education. Many students in Oakwood face disparities in educational resources and opportunities. According to a report by Johnson (2023), schools in lower-income areas often have outdated materials and lack sufficient funding. The gap in educational resources has grown by about 25% over the past decade (Johnson, 2023). For instance, the shortage of resources increased by 15% from 2015 to 2020 and has continued to widen since then (Johnson, 2023). Another significant problem is the lack of extracurricular opportunities. Many students from less wealthy backgrounds cannot participate in after-school programs and activities. This is likely because of insufficient funding and resources in their schools (Johnson, 2023). Since the introduction of new programs aimed at reducing this gap, participation in extracurricular activities remains much lower in schools with less funding (Johnson, 2023).
Potential Solutions I believe the best solutions are improving school funding and (22) ______. Investing in equal access to extracurricular activities and providing more support for disadvantaged students would also help greatly (Johnson, 2023). Addressing these issues and improving equality in (23) ______ will be essential for ensuring that all students have fair opportunities to succeed (Johnson, 2023). Johnson, A. (2023). Educational Inequality and Its Impact. Journal of Education and Development. Question 18: A. to be put into action B. putting into action C. put into action D. putting into practice Question 19: A. provide equal opportunities B. providing equal opportunities C. ensure equal opportunities D. have provided equal opportunities Question 20: A. This is likely due to the lack of funding B. It is likely due to the lack of funding C. Which is likely due to the lack of funding D. Being likely due to the lack of funding Question 21: A. Since these programs were introduced B. When these programs were introduced C. Before these programs were introduced D. To these programs be introduced Question 22: A. increasing support for disadvantaged students B. to increase support for disadvantaged students C. increased support for disadvantaged students D. increase support for disadvantaged students Question 23: A. this district B. our district C. their district D. its district Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to choose the word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks. Gender equality is crucial in modern society. When individuals (24) ______ equal opportunities, they can significantly impact their communities. Despite the progress made, there are still many areas (25) ______ gender inequality is evident. For example, women often encounter (26) ______ in terms of equal pay and job opportunities. One of the most important aspects (27) ______ gender equality is that it ensures a fair environment for all. By promoting equal rights, we help build a more inclusive society. Many organizations are striving to (28) ______ these objectives, which is essential for creating a just world. Question 24: A. who B. where C. that D. when Question 25: A. some B. much C. any D. none Question 26: A. difficulties B. benefits C. opportunities D. solutions Question 27: A. if B. and C. because D. although Question 28: A. ignore B. achieve C. complicate D. avoid Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions. Gender equality is very important, but many women still face big problems today. Even though things have gotten better, there are still serious issues to solve.
First, in some places, girls don’t have the same chances to go to school as boys. In these areas, people might think boys should get more education. This difference can limit what girls can do in the future. Second, women often earn less money than men for the same job. This happens because women may not have the same chances for good jobs and because of unfair treatment. Women are also not often seen in important jobs, which makes the problem worse. Finally, violence against women is still a big problem in many places. Problems like abuse and harassment affect many women and hurt their health. Solving these problems needs help from governments, organizations, and communities to make sure women are safe and supported. Question 30. What is the main topic of the passage? A. Women’s Education Opportunities B. Differences in Jobs Between Men and Women C. Problems Women Face Today D. How to Stop Violence Against Women Question 31. The word "unfair treatment" in paragraph 3 means ______. A. Being treated badly B. Getting a promotion C. Receiving good support D. Being praised Question 32. According to paragraph 3, why do women often earn less money than men? A. They work fewer hours B. They have less education C. They face unfair treatment and fewer job opportunities D. They prefer lower-paying jobs Question 33. The word "These" in paragraph 4 refers to _____. A. High-paying jobs B. Government actions C. Problems related to violence against women D. Education opportunities Question 34. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage? A. Women earn less money than men. B. Some girls don’t go to school because of cultural beliefs. C. Women have made progress in important jobs. D. Violence against women affects their health. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions. The Struggle for Gender Equality in the Workplace In recent years, there has been a growing awareness of gender inequality in the workplace. Despite progress in some areas, many women still face significant challenges. For instance, women are often paid less than their male counterparts for the same work. This pay gap persists across various industries and job levels. Furthermore, women are underrepresented in senior management positions, which limits their influence in decision-making processes. Another issue is the prevalence of workplace harassment. Many women report experiencing unwanted advances or inappropriate comments from colleagues. Such behavior not only affects their job satisfaction but also their overall well-being. Employers are increasingly being called upon to address these issues and create safer, more equitable work environments. To combat these problems, various they are being proposed. Some suggest implementing stricter pay transparency policies to ensure fair compensation. Others advocate for enhanced support