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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 word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks 27 to 31 People talk about the generation gap as a kind of division between young people and their parents. It is something (27) ________ is generally a problem when children enter their teenage years, and results in complaints on both sides. Parents, (28) ________, can often be heard to say that young people are disrespectful and disobedient and in addition, tend to be irresponsible when spending because they don’t (29) ________ the value of money. Adolescents, on the other hand, complain that their parents don’t understand them. What has gone wrong? One explanation lies in how society has changed. In the past, children would typically continue the way of life of their parents. In today’s world, parents are very (30)________ for their children because they want them to achieve more than they did. The problem is that the children often don’t agree with their parents’ plans. Teenagers also reach maturity at an earlier age than they used to and want their independence sooner. The resulting conflict is painful to (31)________ sides.
A. where
B. who C. which Correct Answer D. whom
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TRANSLATION: People talk about the generation gap as a kind of division between young people and their parents. It’s generally a problem as children enter their teens, and leads to complaints on both sides. For example, parents may often say that young people are disrespectful and disobedient and, in addition, are often irresponsible in their spending because they do not value the value of money. Teenagers, on the other hand, complain that their parents don’t understand them. So the problem is? One explanation lies in the way that society has changed. In the past, children often continued the way of life of their parents. Nowadays, parents are very ambitious about their children because they want them to achieve more than they ever have. The main problem is that children often disagree with the plans that parents set. Teenagers also mature earlier than they used to and want to be independent sooner. The resulting conflict is painful for both sides. Relative clause: Use the pronoun “which” as the subject to replace the noun indicating the thing in front. It is something which is generally a problem when children enter their teenage years, and results in complaints on both sides. (It is generally a problem when children enter adolescence, and leads to complaints on both sides.) → Choose answer C.
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- The word “stem” in paragraph 4 refers to _______.
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The word “stem” in paragraph 4 refers to _______. A. stalk B. restrict Correct answer C. spring D. originate
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Answer: B The word “stem” in paragraph 4 refers to . A. chase B. restrict C. spring D. come from Synonym stem = restrict “Protected areas are one of the most important things that we can do to stem the loss of biodiversity and to help solve the climate crisis,” said Andrew Wetzler, (“Protected areas are one of the most important things we can do to stop biodiversity loss and to help solve the climate crisis.” post”, Andrew Wetzler, said.)
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- Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer
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. For hundreds of years, giving flowers has been a social means of communication. In the United States, flowers are often given during rites of passage, for commemorating special occasions or as a heartfelt gift between loved ones and friends. Flower gifting also occurs in most countries around the world. However, the meanings and traditions often vary. While students traditionally gave their favorite teacher an apple in past years, in China, teachers are given flowers. Peonies are by far the flower most often given in China. They are also quite popularly used for weddings. Strangely, potted plants are not considered a pleasant gift among Asian cultures. The people believe that like a plant confined by a pot, the gift symbolizes a binding or restriction. In Russia, in lieu of giving birthday presents, the guest of honor receives a single flower or an unwrapped bouquet. Floral arrangements or baskets are not given. Russians celebrate a holiday known as Woman’s Day. Traditional gifts include red roses, hyacinths or tulips. When there is a funeral or other occasion where someone wishes to express sympathy, carnations, lilies or roses are given in circular configurations, which signify the transition of birth, life and death to rebirth. In this instance, the color of choice is commonly yellow. For joyous occasions, arrangements and bouquets generally contain an odd number of flowers. In the times of ancient Rome, brides carried flowers to scare away evil spirits and encourage fertility. The Dutch believe that flowers were food for the soul. When invited to someone’s home in Great Britain, it is tradition to bring a gift of flowers. All types are acceptable except white lilies, which are usually seen at funerals. Not unlike the United States, red roses are a symbol of love. Flowers are generally gifted in odd numbered increments regardless of the occasion. However, the Brits also have superstitions regarding the number 13, so the number is avoided. In the southern region of the continent, flowers are traditionally given during Christmas. Egyptians are much more conservative and restrict flower gifting to funerals and weddings. While certain flowers may have significant meanings for some, flowers in Las Vegas and across the United States flowers are an accepted gift for any reason desired. (Source: http://www.flowersofthefieldlv.com/ ) Question 36. What does the topic mainly discuss?
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- What does the word “They” in paragraph 2 refer to?
What does the word “They” in paragraph 2 refer to?
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- Why shouldn’t you give a potted plant to an Asian?
Why shouldn’t you give a potted plant to an Asian?
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- According to the passage, the following flowers are given at Woman’s Day in Russia, EXCEPT ________________.
According to the passage, the following flowers are given at Woman’s Day in Russia, EXCEPT ________________.
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Parents, (28) ________, can often be heard to say that young people are disrespectful and disobedient and in addition, tend to be irresponsible when spending because they don’t (29) ________ the value of money.