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Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 31 to 35. The Great Pyramid of Giza was built as a tomb for Pharaoh Cheops in 2720 BC Certain aspects of its construction make it one of the true wonders of the world. The thirteen-acre structure near the River Nile is a solid mass of stone blocks covered with limestone. Inside are a number of hidden passageways and the burial chamber of the Pharaoh. It is the largest single structure in the world and is an incredible engineering feat. The ancient Egyptians were sun worshipers and great astronomers, so calculations for the Great Pyramid were based on astronomical observations. Explorations and detailed examinations of the base of the structure reveal many intersecting lines. Further scientific study indicates that these represent a type of timeline of events – past, present and future. Many of the events have been interpreted and found to coincide with known facts of the past. Others are prophesied for future generations and are currently under investigation. Many believe that pyramids have supernatural powers and this one is no exception. Some researchers even associate it with extraterrestrial beings of ancient past. What is the best title for the passage? A. Symbolism of the Great Pyramid. B. Exploration of the Burial Chamber of Cheops. C. Wonders of the Great Pyramid of Giza. Correct answer D. Problems with the Construction of the Great Pyramid.
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TEMPORARY TRANSLATION: The Great Pyramid of Giza was built as a tomb for Pharaoh Cheops in 2720 BC Certain aspects of its construction make it one of the true wonders of the world. The thirteen-acre structure near the River Nile is a solid mass of stone blocks covered with limestone. Inside are a number of hidden passageways and the burial chamber of the Pharaoh. It is the largest single structure in the world and is an incredible engineering feat. The ancient Egyptians were sun worshipers and great astronomers, so calculations for the Great Pyramid were based on astronomical observations. Explorations and detailed examinations of the base of the structure reveal many intersecting lines. Further scientific study indicates that these represent a type of timeline of events – past, present and future. Many of the events have been interpreted and found to coincide with known facts of the past. Others are prophesied for future generations and are currently under investigation. Many believe that pyramids have supernatural powers and this one is no exception. Some researchers even associate it with extraterrestrial beings of the ancient past. The Great Pyramid of Giza was built as a tomb for Pharaoh Cheops in 2720 BC. Several aspects of the construction make this one of the true wonders of the world. The thirteen-acre structure near the Nile River is a solid block of rock covered with limestone. Inside there are several secret passages and the Pharaoh’s burial chamber. It is the largest single structure in the world and an incredible feat of engineering. The ancient Egyptians were sun worshipers and great astronomers, so the calculations for the Great Pyramid were based on astronomical observations. Detailed exploration and examination of the base of the structure revealed multiple intersecting lines. Further scientific research indicates that they represent a kind of timeline of events – past, present and future. Many events have been explained and found to coincide with known events of the past. Others were prophesied to future generations and are currently under investigation. Many people believe that pyramids have supernatural powers and this pyramid is no exception. Some researchers have even linked it to extraterrestrial beings in the distant past. Which title best fits the paragraph? A. The symbolism of the Pyramid. B. Explore the Burial Chamber of Cheops. C. Wonders of the Giza Pyramids. D. Problems with the construction of the Great Pyramid. Information: The whole paragraph talks about the time of construction and why this Pyramid is famous, the structure and secrets related to this pyramid are mentioned in the paragraph → Choose answer C
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- For example, it helps us manage (49)______ tasks, tackle life’s challenges and maintain positive stands.
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For example, it helps us manage (49)______ tasks, tackle life’s challenges and maintain positive stands.
A. specific
Correct answer B. special C. especial D. specifiable
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Explanation: A. specific (adj): specifically B. special (adj): especially Information: For example, it helps us manage (49) specific tasks Roughly translated: For example, it helps us manage tasks Specific service Choose A.
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- All in all, education is the process of acquiring knowledge and information (50)______ leads to a successful future.
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All in all, education is the process of acquiring knowledge and information (50)______ leads to a successful future.
A. that
Correct answer B. whom C. whose D. who
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Explanation: that replaces N to indicate the thing or event that precedes it. Information: All in all, education is the process of acquiring knowledge and information (50) that leads to a successful future. In general, education is the process of acquiring knowledge and information that leads to a successful future. Choose A. Translate the reading: Translation content: Education is an important issue in a person’s life. It is the key to future success, and having many opportunities in our lives. Education brings many benefits to people. First of all, education is the way for us to have a good career. We can have many opportunities to work in any workplace we desire. It enhances the opportunities for a better and easier job. Furthermore, education gives us good status in society. As educated people, we are considered a valuable source of knowledge for society. Having education helps us teach others necessary ethics, good manners and wise morals. Besides, everyone knows that confidence is always created from education. The fact that we have confidence is a great blessing, helping us have many advantages and success in life. For example, it helps us manage specific tasks, tackle life’s challenges, and maintain a positive outlook. In general, education is the process of acquiring knowledge and information that leads to a successful future.
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- Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions. The president, with his wife and children, are at home watching the news on television.
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Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions. The president, with his wife and children, are at home watching the news on television. A. on television B. are Correct answer C. news D. with his wife
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S1, along with/together with/with S2 => V divided by S1 => Change “are” to “is” because “the president” is singular N. Temporary translation: The president and his wife and children are at home watching the news on television. Choose B.
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- When there are diametrically opposing views on a big issue that concerns millions of people, doing comprehensible research just makes sense.
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When there are diametrically opposing views on a big issue that concerns millions of people, doing comprehensible research just makes sense. A. diametrically B. makes C. concerns D. comprehensible Correct answer
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comprehensible (adj): easy to understand comprehensive (adj): comprehensive => change to comprehensive Comprehensiveness would be very meaningful. Choose D.
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- I prefer the second option – their advantages are simplicity and cheapness.
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I prefer the second option – their advantages are simplicity and cheapness. A. cheapness B. prefer C. simplicity D. their Correct answer
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=> change their to its Roughly translated: I prefer the second option – their advantage is simplicity and cheapness. Choose D.
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The word feat in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to______.