1.________ he wouldn’t wait at the door for ages, I put the key under the mat for my new flatmate, who had left home in a hurry, yesterday.

A) In order that
B) Hence
C) In view of
D) In case
E) On grounds of

2. There are 20 species of wild roses in North America, ________ have prickly stems, pinnate leaves, and large flowers that usually smell sweetly.

A) none of whose
B) much of which
C) some of whom
D) all of which
E) both of which

3. Frost occurs in valleys and on low grounds ________ on adjacent hills.

A) more frequently than
B) as frequent as
C) too frequent
D) frequently enough
E) so frequent that

4. Gunpowder, in some ways the most effective of ________ the explosive materials, is a mixture of potassium nitrate, charcoal, and sulphur.

A) none
B) the whole
C) all
D) many
E) every

5. If it receives enough rain at the proper time, hay will grow quickly, _______ grass.

A) like
B) such as
C) as
D) similar
E) alike

6. Although it can be derived ________ oil, coal, and tar, kerosene is usually produced _________ refining it from petroleum.

A) from / by
B) in / from
C) at / on
D) near / along
E) within / beneath

​7. Although no country has _________ folk music ________ that of any other, it is significant that similar songs exist among widely separated people.

A) more / like
B) the same / as
C) so / as
D) less / much
E) such / that

8. Your father should not put so much pressure on you. He must not choose your friends, __________.

A) too
B) as well
C) neither
D) either
E) though

9. I don’t suppose the election results will reflect the true reaction of the public to the government in power, ________?

A) do I
B) will it
C) won’t they
D) don’t I
E) will they

10. Many countries _________ the world are gearing up to help the people affected ________ the tsunami.

A) across / on
B) below / with
C) off / from
D) around / by
E) on / upon 

11. Physical geographers study soil because of its fundamental position _________ the ecosystem and its impact _________ human activities.

A) above / upon
B) in / on
C) from / at
D) over / inside
E) on / within

12. There were some beach huts here only a few days ago, but they were _________ by the flood.

A) carried out
B) pointed out
C) poured down
D) swept away
E) taken up

13. Climate shifts could disrupt farming and _________ thousands of species of animals and plants.

A) make up
B) wear off
C) wipe out
D) eat away
E) put across

 14. the USA’s ownership of the Black Hills, referring to it as an occupied __________.

A) territory
B) line
C) situation
D) vacancy
E) regime

15. On the Aleutian Islands, the land rises abruptly from level coasts to _________ mountains.

A) lengthy
B) plain
C) steep
D) keen
E) flexible

16. We had to __________ from the war when the attack of the enemy intensified.

A) refrain
B) retain
C) remain
D) belong
E) persist

17. The senator _________ denied allegations of anything improper that had taken place.

A) highly
B) admittedly
C) considerably
D) accurately
E) strongly

18. Cat allergen is one of the main causes of childhood allergies, asthma and __________ respiratory diseases as bronchitis.

A) the like
B) some
C) such other
D) also
E) the other

19. Children have difficulty _________ numbers _________ two until the age of three or four.

A) in grasping / as many as
B) to grasp / as big as
C) grasping / greater than
D) having grasped / fewer
E) of grasping / less than

20. The safest approach __________ your entire corporation magainst security threats from roaming users is __________ a quarantine oriented technology.

A) protecting / including
B) to protect / to include
C) for protecting / having included
D) of protecting / included
E) to be protecting / being included

1. What is true about Kyle?

A) He is not studying anymore.
B) He is the best student in his class.
C) He has just finished school.

2. Kyle’s mother says that he _________.

A) becomes aggressive when he’s online.
B) is angry with them for sending him to the detox camp.
C) behaved differently some time ago.

3. Kyle says that ________.

A) his phone has never been taken from him before.
B) he hopes he will be able to get online in the camp.
C) he expects to have some kind of entertainment in the camp.

4. Kyle ________.

A) only has online friends.
B) has some real friends but they live far away.
C) is growing apart from his real friends.

5. One of the basic ideas of the boot camp is ________.

A) to strengthen their relationship with the real world.
B) to stop playing online.
C) to go outdoors more often and not stay at home all day.

1. She thinks that how a language sounds is important in a book.

A. True
B. False

2. She says that you can gain something from reading the translation.

A. True
B. False

3. Ferrante, the original writer, uses ugly language in some scenes.

A. True
B. False

4. One of the reasons Ferrante doesn’t use dialect is because it makes not much sense to use dialect in written language.

A. True
B. False

5. A movie and a television series are being made about the book.

A. True
B. False

Questions

1. How did Ellen first become aware that being fat was seen as undesirable?

2. What example does Ellen give to show society’s unhealthy attitudes toward weight loss?

3. How does discrimination against fat people appear in the medical system?

4. Why does Ellen believe that stigma can be more harmful than obesity itself?

5. What changes does Ellen suggest are necessary to challenge fatphobia in society?

A. Credit and debit cards are too, but it’s possible to trace payments and cancel the cards.

B. At the same time, banks encouraged the public to avoid using cash and make electronic payments where possible.

C. This makes access to cash increasingly hard for those who depend on it.

D. Banks, businesses and governments are also keen to make the transition.

E. That’s not unusual since people tend to prefer having paper money at hand when times are hard.

F. The most cash-friendly societies in the world, China and Sweden, utilise innovative ways to make quick, simple payments.

G. There are concerns about those who rely on cash, such as the homeless, the undocumented or the elderly.

As computers are being used more and more in education, there will be soon no role for teachers in the classroom. Do you agree or disagree?​

1. How has technology transformed education, and do you think the changes are mostly positive or negative?

Technology has revolutionized education by making information more accessible and interactive. Students can now learn at their own pace using digital tools. While there are risks like distraction and reduced human interaction, I believe the overall impact is positive because it enhances engagement and broadens opportunities for learning.

2. Describe a situation where human interaction is more effective than relying on computers or artificial intelligence.

In subjects like literature or philosophy, discussions with a teacher or peers are invaluable. Computers cannot gauge emotional responses or clarify abstract ideas in a nuanced way. For instance, debating ethical dilemmas in class helps students develop critical thinking skills that AI cannot fully replicate.

3. Some believe online education can fully replace traditional classrooms. Do you agree or disagree? Explain.

I disagree. Online education offers flexibility and resources, but it cannot replace face-to-face interaction, hands-on activities, or immediate feedback from teachers. Human presence fosters motivation, social skills, and collaboration, which are essential for comprehensive learning.

4. Talk about a digital resource, book, or article that significantly influenced your understanding of a topic. Why was it impactful?

I once read a digital report on climate change that combined data visualizations, simulations, and case studies. It made complex scientific concepts tangible and engaging. The interactivity allowed me to explore scenarios and fully grasp the urgency of the issue, which a traditional textbook could not achieve.

5. How can teachers balance digital tools with face-to-face teaching to maximize learning outcomes?

Teachers can integrate digital tools for research, simulations, and interactive exercises, while maintaining classroom discussions and personalized guidance. By using technology to supplement rather than replace instruction, they can engage students actively and adapt lessons to individual needs.

6. Do you think artificial intelligence will ever fully understand human emotions and learning needs? Why or why not?

I doubt AI will fully comprehend human emotions. While AI can detect patterns and predict responses, it lacks genuine empathy and intuition. Learning involves motivation, curiosity, and emotional context, which remain uniquely human qualities that machines cannot replicate.

7. Describe a challenge you faced while learning something new and how you overcame it.

When I first learned programming, I struggled to understand logic structures. To overcome this, I practiced small coding exercises daily, sought help from forums, and collaborated with classmates. Gradually, I developed problem-solving skills and gained confidence, transforming a frustrating experience into a rewarding one.