13. Parent: "Have you finished packing for the trip tomorrow?" Child: "___. I still need to find my passport." A. Almost done B. Not quite C. Nearly there D. Just about 14. At a coffee shop: Customer: "___" Barista: "I'm sorry, but we stopped serving breakfast items at 11 AM. Would you like to see our lunch menu instead?" A. Can I have the breakfast special? B. What time do you close today? C. How much is a cup of coffee? D. Where's the restroom? II. Look at the sign or the notice. Choose the best answer (A, B, C, or D) for questions 15 and 16. (0.5 pt) 15. What does this sign prohibit? A. Touching electrical equipment with wet hands B. Using water to clean electrical devices C. Operating machinery while drinking D. Connecting electrical devices to water sources 16. What activity is forbidden according to this sign? A. Drinking from the water fountain B. Bending down to pick up objects C. Drinking directly from the tap D. Leaning over the edge of surfaces III. Choose the word (A, B, C, or D) that best fits each space in the following passage. (1.5 pts)
Dear Dr. Chen, I'm reaching out regarding our quantum computing research initiative. Our team has been working tirelessly on the initial (17)_________, and the preliminary results are fascinating. The lab supervisor emphasized that our experimental approach must be (18)_________ to minimize quantum decoherence effects. Unfortunately, we have (19)_________ funding remaining for this phase, which concerns me. I'm currently (20)_________ about which direction to pursue – either focusing on quantum entanglement or quantum tunneling phenomena. The theoretical calculations suggest both paths could yield breakthrough results. Would you be available to meet (21)_________ the quantum lab next Thursday? We need to (22)_________ with this research before the international symposium next month. Your expertise in quantum mechanics would be invaluable for our next steps. Looking forward to your insights. Best regards, Dr. LK 17. A. prototype B. paradigm C. blueprint D. manuscript 18. A. meticulous B. methodical C. rigorous D. systematic 19. A. minimal B. scant C. negligible D. sparse 20. A. at a crossroads B. in two minds C. on the fence D. of two minds 21. A. in B. within C. inside D. through 22. A. gain momentum B. make headway C. pick up steam D. gather pace IV. Read the following brochure of a run for the environment. Decide whether the statements from 23 to 26 are True or False and choose the correct answer (A, B, C, or D) to complete the statements in the questions 27 and 28. (1.5 pts) INTERSTELLAR EXPLORERS PROGRAM Journey to the Stars Begins Here! Experience an extraordinary opportunity with NASA's Youth Space Initiative! The Interstellar Explorers Program invites aspiring young scientists aged 16-21 to embark on a transformative journey into space exploration and astronomical research. Program Details: Dates: July 15-17, 2024 Location: NASA Space Center, Houston Maximum Participants: 100 selected candidates Exclusive Features: • Hands-on training in the Zero Gravity Research Laboratory • Mars Habitat Simulation experience using advanced biometric monitoring • Astronomical observation sessions with the James Webb Space Telescope team • Exclusive lecture by Former ISS Commander Dr. Elena Rodriguez on "Dark Matter and Future Space Colonization" • Practical sessions on exoplanetary research using quantum computing • Development of hydroponic systems for space agriculture Requirements: • Strong background in physics or astronomy • Letter of recommendation from science faculty • Medical clearance • $1,500 program fee (full scholarships available for qualifying candidates) Apply before May 1, 2024 Contact:
[email protected] www.nasa.gov/interstellar-explorers 23. The program accepts participants over 21 years old. 24. Dr. Elena Rodriguez will discuss space colonization and dark matter.
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