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a. Sarah: It's brilliant, actually! Everyone brings whatever book they want to read, and we all just sit together in comfortable silence, reading our own books. No pressure to discuss anything. b. Alex: Silent book club? That's a new one for me. How does it even work? c. Sarah: Hey Alex, Did you hear about the new "silent book club" that opened downtown? A. a-c-b B. b-c-a C. a-b-c D. c-b-a Question 14: a. Maya: Everyone who comes has to put their phone in a special box at the entrance. We're bringing back old-school dinner parties - you know, with actual talking and stuff! b. Jordan: A what now? c. Maya: That's the beauty of it! We'll have a Polaroid camera. Plus, I'm setting up some retro board games and conversation starter cards. Oh, and get this—we're going to learn to make fresh pasta by hand! d. Maya: Hey Jordan, want to try something different this weekend? I'm hosting a "Phone-Free Friday Feast." e. Jordan: skeptically And what if there's a really cool moment we want to post on Instagram? A. d-b-a-e-c B. a-b-d-c-e C. d-c-b-e-a D. e-d-a-b-c Question 15: Dear Emma, a. Today's world offers so many brilliant paths beyond traditional universities. Did you know that companies like Google and IBM now offer amazing apprenticeship programs? Or that you could combine online studies with international internships? The possibilities are endless! b. I'd love to grab a coffee next week and explore what path might light up your eyes. Sometimes, the most rewarding journeys start with a simple conversation. c. I read your message about feeling lost after graduation with great interest. Trust me—that mix of excitement and uncertainty you're feeling? It's perfectly normal. d. From my experience guiding hundreds of students, I've learned that the "perfect path" is different for everyone. Take James, one of my recent students—he turned his passion for digital art into a thriving career through a combination of specialized online courses and freelance work. No traditional degree is required! e. Remember: Your future isn't about following the crowd - it's about finding your own rhythm. Looking forward to hearing from you! Best wishes, LK A. d-e-b-a-c B. b-a-d-c-e C. a-b-c-d-e D. c-a-d-b-e Question 16: a. Despite being more connected online, people feel increasingly isolated. This paradox of modern loneliness affects both urban and rural communities, challenging our understanding of social connections.
b. Modern society faces unprecedented challenges as social media and technology reshape how we connect and communicate. What starts as a local issue can instantly become a global concern through digital platforms. c. To address these issues, we need solutions that balance technological progress with human connection, ensuring that advancement doesn't come at the cost of our social well-being. d. Mental health concerns are rising dramatically, especially among youth. Social media pressure, climate anxiety, and economic stress contribute to increasing rates of depression and anxiety worldwide. e. The growing digital divide creates new inequalities, where access to technology determines educational and career opportunities. This gap continues to widen between privileged and underprivileged communities. A. a-b-e-d-c B. b-e-d-a-c C. d-a-b-e-c D. e-a-b-d-c Question 17: a. The best part? Independence means freedom to be uniquely you—decorating your space with dinosaur figures, eating cereal for dinner sometimes, or dancing in your pajamas. No one's judging! b. Financial freedom starts with simple choices: learning to cook at home, tracking expenses with fun apps, and realizing that saving money can be as satisfying as spending it. It's about making smart decisions while still enjoying life. c. Building your own life means creating your own traditions and rules. Whether it's Sunday morning pancakes or Friday game nights, you get to decide what matters in your world. d. Growing up isn't just about paying bills—it's about discovering you can survive without calling mom every time the washing machine makes a weird noise! The journey begins with small, brave steps into the unknown world of adulting. e. Self-reliance grows through daily victories—successfully assembling furniture without extra pieces, keeping plants alive for more than a week, or fixing simple problems using YouTube tutorials. Each small win builds confidence. A. d-a-b-c-e B. d-c-a-e-b C. d-b-e-c-a D. d-e-b-c-a Read the following passage about When Butterflies Leave Their Cocoons 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. The transformation of a butterfly emerging from its cocoon is one of nature's most magnificent spectacles, which never fails to captivate both scientists and nature enthusiasts alike. Spending weeks developing inside their protective shells and gathering strength, (18)_________. Had the temperature not been suitable, the metamorphosis process would have been delayed significantly, affecting the butterfly's survival chances. The caterpillar, (19)_________ that shimmer in the sunlight. Not only does this remarkable transformation symbolize renewal and change, (20)_________. When the butterfly first emerges, its wings are wet and crumpled; however, after a few hours of rest and wing-drying, it takes its first flight into the vast sky. Scientists have discovered that during this critical emergence period, butterflies must
carefully time their exit to ensure optimal conditions for wing development and survival. (21)_________ in fields ranging from biomimetics to aerospace engineering. Recent studies have revealed that the timing of emergence is influenced by various environmental factors, including humidity levels and barometric pressure. Furthermore, researchers have documented that some butterfly species can detect approaching storms and will delay their emergence accordingly, demonstrating their remarkable adaptive capabilities and sophisticated survival instincts. Interestingly, the pigments and structural elements that create their wing patterns (22)_________. Question 18: A. these delicate creatures preparing for their grand debut into the world B. these delicate creatures prepared for their grand debut into the world, being excited C. these delicate creatures prepare for their grand debut into the world D. these delicate creatures having prepared for their grand debut into the world Question 19: A. who once crawled slowly along branches and leaves, now emerges as a stunning butterfly with vibrant wings B. which once crawled slowly along branches and leaves, now emerges as a stunning butterfly with vibrant wings C. had once crawled slowly along branches and leaves, has now emerged as a stunning butterfly with vibrant wings D. was once crawling slowly along branches and leaves, now emerges as a stunning butterfly with vibrant wings Question 20: A. but it also represents the triumph of perseverance in nature B. but it also demonstrates the success of endurance in nature C. but it also reveals the triumph of persistence through nature D. but it also represents the perseverance of triumph in nature Question 21: A. The remarkable technological innovations across multiple industries worldwide are continuously inspired by this biological process B. This intricate process, observed in various species worldwide, continues to inspire technological innovations C. Various species throughout different ecosystems worldwide systematically observe this intricate process for future technological development D. Modern technological innovations and scientific breakthroughs continuously observe this natural process in worldwide species populations Question 22: A. which are now being studied for applications in solar panel technology and advanced camouflage systems