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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nWhen Nancy Lublin received $5,000 from her grandfather, she never once considered taking a vacation or paying off student loans .Instead, the 24-year-old New York University law student began thinking about helping low-income women get better jobs. \"If a woman goes for a job interview poorly dressed, she won't get the job, \"Lublin says.\"But without a job, she can't afford suitable clothes.\"\n So, with the money Lublin founded \"Dress for Success' and began collecting women's clothes which were still in good condition but which their owners no longer needed.\" So many women have clothes lying around that they will never wear again,\" one of Lublin's assistants says, \"Nancy's idea is so simple and yet so important to women.\"\n Many women come to Lublin's office before going to a job interview. Here, they receive a suit, shoes and any other things they need, Since it was set up, more than 1,000 women have turned to \"Dress for Success\" for help. Many of them have won job. Some have round jobs after being out of work for many years. Jenny, a 32-year-old woman who was recently hired as a law-firm office manager says, \"I made a good impression because of 'Dress for Success'.\"\n\n<question>:\nFrom what Jenny says, we know that _ .\n\n<options>:\nA she got a lot of good ideas from Nancy\nB she is working happily at her present job\nC clothes from Nancy's office helped to get her a job\nD \"Dress for Success\" has a good business relation with her firm\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nWhen Nancy Lublin received $5,000 from her grandfather, she never once considered taking a vacation or paying off student loans .Instead, the 24-year-old New York University law student began thinking about helping low-income women get better jobs. \"If a woman goes for a job interview poorly dressed, she won't get the job, \"Lublin says.\"But without a job, she can't afford suitable clothes.\"\n So, with the money Lublin founded \"Dress for Success' and began collecting women's clothes which were still in good condition but which their owners no longer needed.\" So many women have clothes lying around that they will never wear again,\" one of Lublin's assistants says, \"Nancy's idea is so simple and yet so important to women.\"\n Many women come to Lublin's office before going to a job interview. Here, they receive a suit, shoes and any other things they need, Since it was set up, more than 1,000 women have turned to \"Dress for Success\" for help. Many of them have won job. Some have round jobs after being out of work for many years. Jenny, a 32-year-old woman who was recently hired as a law-firm office manager says, \"I made a good impression because of 'Dress for Success'.\"\n\n<question>:\nWhat would be a good title for the text?\n\n<options>:\nA Keep Your Old Clothes\nB A Helping Hand for Women\nC Nancy: A Successful Law Student\nD A Successful Clothing Business\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nIt was a cold night in Washington, D. C., and I was heading back to the hotel when a man approached me. He asked if l would give him some money so he could get something to eat. I'd read the signs \"Don't give money to beggars.\" So I shook my head and kept walking.\nI wasn't prepared for a reply, but he said, \"I really am homeless and I really am hungry! You can come with me and watch me eat!\" But I kept on walking.\nThe incident bothered me for the rest of the week. I had money in my pocket and it wouldn't have killed me to hand over a buck or two even if he had been lying. Flying back to Anchorage, I couldn't help thinking of him. I tried to rationalize my failure to help by thinking government agencies, churches and charities were there to feed him. Besides, you're not supposed to give money to beggars.\nSomewhere over Seattle, I started to write my weekly garden column for The Anchorage Daily News. _ , I came up with an idea. Bean's Cafe, the soup kitchen in Anchorage, feeds hundreds of hungry Alaskans every day. Why not try to get all my readers to plant one row in their gardens dedicated to Bean's? Dedicate a row and take it down to Bean's. Clean and simple.\nThe idea began to take off. Readers would fax or call me when they got something in their garden. Those who only grew flowers donated them. Food for the spirit.\nIn 1995, the Garden Writers Association of America held their annual convention in Anchorage and after learning of Anchorage's program, Plant a Row for Bean's became Plant a Row for the Hungry. The original idea was to have every member of the Garden Writers Association of America write or talk about planting a row for the hungry sometime during the month of April.\nAs more and more people started working with the Plant a Row idea, new changes appeared unexpectedly. Many companies gave free seed to customers and displayed the logo, which also appeared in national gardening publications. Row markers with the Plant a Row logo were delivered to gardeners to set apart their \"Row for the Hungry.\"\nGarden editor Joan Jackson, supported by The San Jose Mercury News and California's nearly year-round growing season, raised more than 30,000 pounds of fruits and vegetables her first year, and showed GWAA how the program could really work. Texas fruit farms donated food to their local food bank after being inspired by Plant a Row. Today the program continues to thrive and grow.\nI am surprised that millions of Americans are threatened by hunger. If every gardener in America--and we're seventy million strong--plants one row for the hungry, we can make quite a decrease in the number of neighbors who don't have enough to eat. Maybe then I will stop feeling guilty about abandoning a hungry man I could have helped.\n\n<question>:\nThe program has been supported by many farmers, journalists and people in different fields for many years. They usually donate many things to it except _ .\n\n<options>:\nA money\nB flowers\nC seeds\nD beans\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nIt was a cold night in Washington, D. C., and I was heading back to the hotel when a man approached me. He asked if l would give him some money so he could get something to eat. I'd read the signs \"Don't give money to beggars.\" So I shook my head and kept walking.\nI wasn't prepared for a reply, but he said, \"I really am homeless and I really am hungry! You can come with me and watch me eat!\" But I kept on walking.\nThe incident bothered me for the rest of the week. I had money in my pocket and it wouldn't have killed me to hand over a buck or two even if he had been lying. Flying back to Anchorage, I couldn't help thinking of him. I tried to rationalize my failure to help by thinking government agencies, churches and charities were there to feed him. Besides, you're not supposed to give money to beggars.\nSomewhere over Seattle, I started to write my weekly garden column for The Anchorage Daily News. _ , I came up with an idea. Bean's Cafe, the soup kitchen in Anchorage, feeds hundreds of hungry Alaskans every day. Why not try to get all my readers to plant one row in their gardens dedicated to Bean's? Dedicate a row and take it down to Bean's. Clean and simple.\nThe idea began to take off. Readers would fax or call me when they got something in their garden. Those who only grew flowers donated them. Food for the spirit.\nIn 1995, the Garden Writers Association of America held their annual convention in Anchorage and after learning of Anchorage's program, Plant a Row for Bean's became Plant a Row for the Hungry. The original idea was to have every member of the Garden Writers Association of America write or talk about planting a row for the hungry sometime during the month of April.\nAs more and more people started working with the Plant a Row idea, new changes appeared unexpectedly. Many companies gave free seed to customers and displayed the logo, which also appeared in national gardening publications. Row markers with the Plant a Row logo were delivered to gardeners to set apart their \"Row for the Hungry.\"\nGarden editor Joan Jackson, supported by The San Jose Mercury News and California's nearly year-round growing season, raised more than 30,000 pounds of fruits and vegetables her first year, and showed GWAA how the program could really work. Texas fruit farms donated food to their local food bank after being inspired by Plant a Row. Today the program continues to thrive and grow.\nI am surprised that millions of Americans are threatened by hunger. If every gardener in America--and we're seventy million strong--plants one row for the hungry, we can make quite a decrease in the number of neighbors who don't have enough to eat. Maybe then I will stop feeling guilty about abandoning a hungry man I could have helped.\n\n<question>:\nWhich is WRONG according to the passage?\n\n<options>:\nA In the eyes of most people, the program can really help the people in need.\nB Nowadays, the program is no longer a regional one, and it arouses the attention of many farmers, gardeners and journalists in the nation.\nC It occurred to the author that they could run such a program the moment he gave the beggar nothing.\nD The author felt relieved and surprised when he saw the program turned into a nation-wide one.\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nIt was a cold night in Washington, D. C., and I was heading back to the hotel when a man approached me. He asked if l would give him some money so he could get something to eat. I'd read the signs \"Don't give money to beggars.\" So I shook my head and kept walking.\nI wasn't prepared for a reply, but he said, \"I really am homeless and I really am hungry! You can come with me and watch me eat!\" But I kept on walking.\nThe incident bothered me for the rest of the week. I had money in my pocket and it wouldn't have killed me to hand over a buck or two even if he had been lying. Flying back to Anchorage, I couldn't help thinking of him. I tried to rationalize my failure to help by thinking government agencies, churches and charities were there to feed him. Besides, you're not supposed to give money to beggars.\nSomewhere over Seattle, I started to write my weekly garden column for The Anchorage Daily News. _ , I came up with an idea. Bean's Cafe, the soup kitchen in Anchorage, feeds hundreds of hungry Alaskans every day. Why not try to get all my readers to plant one row in their gardens dedicated to Bean's? Dedicate a row and take it down to Bean's. Clean and simple.\nThe idea began to take off. Readers would fax or call me when they got something in their garden. Those who only grew flowers donated them. Food for the spirit.\nIn 1995, the Garden Writers Association of America held their annual convention in Anchorage and after learning of Anchorage's program, Plant a Row for Bean's became Plant a Row for the Hungry. The original idea was to have every member of the Garden Writers Association of America write or talk about planting a row for the hungry sometime during the month of April.\nAs more and more people started working with the Plant a Row idea, new changes appeared unexpectedly. Many companies gave free seed to customers and displayed the logo, which also appeared in national gardening publications. Row markers with the Plant a Row logo were delivered to gardeners to set apart their \"Row for the Hungry.\"\nGarden editor Joan Jackson, supported by The San Jose Mercury News and California's nearly year-round growing season, raised more than 30,000 pounds of fruits and vegetables her first year, and showed GWAA how the program could really work. Texas fruit farms donated food to their local food bank after being inspired by Plant a Row. Today the program continues to thrive and grow.\nI am surprised that millions of Americans are threatened by hunger. If every gardener in America--and we're seventy million strong--plants one row for the hungry, we can make quite a decrease in the number of neighbors who don't have enough to eat. Maybe then I will stop feeling guilty about abandoning a hungry man I could have helped.\n\n<question>:\nWhich do you think is the best title to the passages?\n\n<options>:\nA Plant a row for the hungry\nB How to help others\nC A story of a columnist\nD Not for fame and wealth\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nAbout 35 percent of British adults sleep with teddy bears. Many more share a bed with a partner or spouse. Others still co - sleep, alongside children in a family bed.\nBut lying with your iPad? A recent survey by marketing agency Rosette found that 68 percent of tablet owners use the device in the bedroom, more than in any other location. The living room took a close second place, at 63 percent, reports AdAge. com, and only 45 percent of respondents said they use their tablets on the go.\nBut bringing devices into the bedroom is a bad idea, if quality rest is your goal. One of the most important factors of sleepiness is darkness, which signals to the brain that it's time to start speeding up production of the sleep - inducing hormone melatonin. But as the New York Times points out, in our modern world, we are exposed to light long after the sun sets. While any type of light can disturb your sleep, the blue wavelength light given off by cell phones, laptops, tablets and other gadgets is particularly troublesome. Research shows that this blue light causes alertness so decisively that it can actually be used to fight tiredness.\nAccording to the National Sleep Foundation, 95 percent of Americans use some device, whether it's a TV, laptop, cell phone or other products, within an hour of killing time. \"Artificial light exposure between dusk and the time we go to bed at night push our sleeping sense to a later hour - making it more difficult to fall asleep,\" said Charles Czeisler, Ph. D. , M. D. , chief of the division of sleep medicine at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston.\nInstead, experts recommend turning off all devices an hour before bedtime and finding another method for relaxation, like reading a book, taking a warm bath or performing a series of calming yoga poses. It's also a good idea to exercise and lay off the caffeine several hours before bedtime.\n\n<question>:\nAccording to a recent survey, most tablet owners use their iPad _ .\n\n<options>:\nA in the living room\nB in the bedroom\nC in the office\nD on the move\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nAbout 35 percent of British adults sleep with teddy bears. Many more share a bed with a partner or spouse. Others still co - sleep, alongside children in a family bed.\nBut lying with your iPad? A recent survey by marketing agency Rosette found that 68 percent of tablet owners use the device in the bedroom, more than in any other location. The living room took a close second place, at 63 percent, reports AdAge. com, and only 45 percent of respondents said they use their tablets on the go.\nBut bringing devices into the bedroom is a bad idea, if quality rest is your goal. One of the most important factors of sleepiness is darkness, which signals to the brain that it's time to start speeding up production of the sleep - inducing hormone melatonin. But as the New York Times points out, in our modern world, we are exposed to light long after the sun sets. While any type of light can disturb your sleep, the blue wavelength light given off by cell phones, laptops, tablets and other gadgets is particularly troublesome. Research shows that this blue light causes alertness so decisively that it can actually be used to fight tiredness.\nAccording to the National Sleep Foundation, 95 percent of Americans use some device, whether it's a TV, laptop, cell phone or other products, within an hour of killing time. \"Artificial light exposure between dusk and the time we go to bed at night push our sleeping sense to a later hour - making it more difficult to fall asleep,\" said Charles Czeisler, Ph. D. , M. D. , chief of the division of sleep medicine at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston.\nInstead, experts recommend turning off all devices an hour before bedtime and finding another method for relaxation, like reading a book, taking a warm bath or performing a series of calming yoga poses. It's also a good idea to exercise and lay off the caffeine several hours before bedtime.\n\n<question>:\nWhat can we know from this passage?\n\n<options>:\nA The light from cell phones is harmful\nB Modern people have trouble falling asleep\nC Darkness can create a good sleeping environment\nD Blue light can prevent sleepiness decreasing\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nAbout 35 percent of British adults sleep with teddy bears. Many more share a bed with a partner or spouse. Others still co - sleep, alongside children in a family bed.\nBut lying with your iPad? A recent survey by marketing agency Rosette found that 68 percent of tablet owners use the device in the bedroom, more than in any other location. The living room took a close second place, at 63 percent, reports AdAge. com, and only 45 percent of respondents said they use their tablets on the go.\nBut bringing devices into the bedroom is a bad idea, if quality rest is your goal. One of the most important factors of sleepiness is darkness, which signals to the brain that it's time to start speeding up production of the sleep - inducing hormone melatonin. But as the New York Times points out, in our modern world, we are exposed to light long after the sun sets. While any type of light can disturb your sleep, the blue wavelength light given off by cell phones, laptops, tablets and other gadgets is particularly troublesome. Research shows that this blue light causes alertness so decisively that it can actually be used to fight tiredness.\nAccording to the National Sleep Foundation, 95 percent of Americans use some device, whether it's a TV, laptop, cell phone or other products, within an hour of killing time. \"Artificial light exposure between dusk and the time we go to bed at night push our sleeping sense to a later hour - making it more difficult to fall asleep,\" said Charles Czeisler, Ph. D. , M. D. , chief of the division of sleep medicine at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston.\nInstead, experts recommend turning off all devices an hour before bedtime and finding another method for relaxation, like reading a book, taking a warm bath or performing a series of calming yoga poses. It's also a good idea to exercise and lay off the caffeine several hours before bedtime.\n\n<question>:\nIf we often play with a laptop just before sleep, we'll be more likely to _ .\n\n<options>:\nA dream of it\nB stay awake\nC feel sleepy\nD become tired\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nDear Santa Claus,\nMy name is Amy. I am 17 years old. I have a problem at school. Can you help me, Santa? Kids laugh at me because of the way I walk and run and talk. I have cerebral palsy. I just want one day when no one laughs at me or makes fun of me.\nLove, Amy\nAt radio station WJLT in Fort Wayne, Indiana, letters poured in for the Christmas Wish Content. When Amy's letter arrived at the radio station, Manager Lee Tobin read it carefully. He thought it wound be good for the people in Fort Wayne to hear about this special girl and her unusual wish. Mr. Tobin called up the local newspaper.\nThe next day, a picture of Amy and her letter to Santa made the front page of the \"News Sentinel\". The story spread quickly. All across the country, newspapers and radio and television stations reported the story of the girl in Fort Wayne, Indiana, who asked for such a simple, yet remarkable Christmas gift--just one day without teasing.\nSuddenly the postman was a regular at the Hagadorn house. Envelopes of all sizes addressed to Amy arrived daily from children and adults all across the nation. They came filled with holiday greetings and words of encouragement. Some of the writers had disabilities; some had been teased as children. Each writer had a special message for Amy. Through the cards and letters from strangers, Amy saw a world full of people who truly cared about each other.\nMany people thanked Amy for being brave enough to speak up. Others encouraged her to ignore teasing and to hold her head high.\nAmy did get her wish of a special day without teasing at South Wayne High School. Teachers and students talked together about how bad teasing can make others feel.\nThat year, the Fort Wayne mayor officially declared December 21stas Amy Jo Hagadorn Day throughout the city. The mayor explained that by daring to make such a simple wish, Amy taught a universal lesson. \"Everyone,\" he said, \"wants to and should be treated with respect, dignity and warmth.\"\n\n<question>:\nAmy's letter showed that _ .\n\n<options>:\nA she wanted to win Christmas Wish Contest\nB she is more independent than before\nC she is often ignored in and out of class\nD her schoolmates can't understand her disability\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nDear Santa Claus,\nMy name is Amy. I am 17 years old. I have a problem at school. Can you help me, Santa? Kids laugh at me because of the way I walk and run and talk. I have cerebral palsy. I just want one day when no one laughs at me or makes fun of me.\nLove, Amy\nAt radio station WJLT in Fort Wayne, Indiana, letters poured in for the Christmas Wish Content. When Amy's letter arrived at the radio station, Manager Lee Tobin read it carefully. He thought it wound be good for the people in Fort Wayne to hear about this special girl and her unusual wish. Mr. Tobin called up the local newspaper.\nThe next day, a picture of Amy and her letter to Santa made the front page of the \"News Sentinel\". The story spread quickly. All across the country, newspapers and radio and television stations reported the story of the girl in Fort Wayne, Indiana, who asked for such a simple, yet remarkable Christmas gift--just one day without teasing.\nSuddenly the postman was a regular at the Hagadorn house. Envelopes of all sizes addressed to Amy arrived daily from children and adults all across the nation. They came filled with holiday greetings and words of encouragement. Some of the writers had disabilities; some had been teased as children. Each writer had a special message for Amy. Through the cards and letters from strangers, Amy saw a world full of people who truly cared about each other.\nMany people thanked Amy for being brave enough to speak up. Others encouraged her to ignore teasing and to hold her head high.\nAmy did get her wish of a special day without teasing at South Wayne High School. Teachers and students talked together about how bad teasing can make others feel.\nThat year, the Fort Wayne mayor officially declared December 21stas Amy Jo Hagadorn Day throughout the city. The mayor explained that by daring to make such a simple wish, Amy taught a universal lesson. \"Everyone,\" he said, \"wants to and should be treated with respect, dignity and warmth.\"\n\n<question>:\nThe postman was a regular at the Hagadorn house because _ .\n\n<options>:\nA he went to encourage Amy frequently\nB he was quite curious about Amy\nC he had to send letters to Amy daily\nD he was moved by Amy's story\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nDear Santa Claus,\nMy name is Amy. I am 17 years old. I have a problem at school. Can you help me, Santa? Kids laugh at me because of the way I walk and run and talk. I have cerebral palsy. I just want one day when no one laughs at me or makes fun of me.\nLove, Amy\nAt radio station WJLT in Fort Wayne, Indiana, letters poured in for the Christmas Wish Content. When Amy's letter arrived at the radio station, Manager Lee Tobin read it carefully. He thought it wound be good for the people in Fort Wayne to hear about this special girl and her unusual wish. Mr. Tobin called up the local newspaper.\nThe next day, a picture of Amy and her letter to Santa made the front page of the \"News Sentinel\". The story spread quickly. All across the country, newspapers and radio and television stations reported the story of the girl in Fort Wayne, Indiana, who asked for such a simple, yet remarkable Christmas gift--just one day without teasing.\nSuddenly the postman was a regular at the Hagadorn house. Envelopes of all sizes addressed to Amy arrived daily from children and adults all across the nation. They came filled with holiday greetings and words of encouragement. Some of the writers had disabilities; some had been teased as children. Each writer had a special message for Amy. Through the cards and letters from strangers, Amy saw a world full of people who truly cared about each other.\nMany people thanked Amy for being brave enough to speak up. Others encouraged her to ignore teasing and to hold her head high.\nAmy did get her wish of a special day without teasing at South Wayne High School. Teachers and students talked together about how bad teasing can make others feel.\nThat year, the Fort Wayne mayor officially declared December 21stas Amy Jo Hagadorn Day throughout the city. The mayor explained that by daring to make such a simple wish, Amy taught a universal lesson. \"Everyone,\" he said, \"wants to and should be treated with respect, dignity and warmth.\"\n\n<question>:\nWe may infer from Amy's story that _ .\n\n<options>:\nA the disabled hate those who laugh at them\nB the news media played a key role in helping Amy\nC Amy will still be made fun of by her classmates\nD there are few disabled people in Amy's country\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nDear Santa Claus,\nMy name is Amy. I am 17 years old. I have a problem at school. Can you help me, Santa? Kids laugh at me because of the way I walk and run and talk. I have cerebral palsy. I just want one day when no one laughs at me or makes fun of me.\nLove, Amy\nAt radio station WJLT in Fort Wayne, Indiana, letters poured in for the Christmas Wish Content. When Amy's letter arrived at the radio station, Manager Lee Tobin read it carefully. He thought it wound be good for the people in Fort Wayne to hear about this special girl and her unusual wish. Mr. Tobin called up the local newspaper.\nThe next day, a picture of Amy and her letter to Santa made the front page of the \"News Sentinel\". The story spread quickly. All across the country, newspapers and radio and television stations reported the story of the girl in Fort Wayne, Indiana, who asked for such a simple, yet remarkable Christmas gift--just one day without teasing.\nSuddenly the postman was a regular at the Hagadorn house. Envelopes of all sizes addressed to Amy arrived daily from children and adults all across the nation. They came filled with holiday greetings and words of encouragement. Some of the writers had disabilities; some had been teased as children. Each writer had a special message for Amy. Through the cards and letters from strangers, Amy saw a world full of people who truly cared about each other.\nMany people thanked Amy for being brave enough to speak up. Others encouraged her to ignore teasing and to hold her head high.\nAmy did get her wish of a special day without teasing at South Wayne High School. Teachers and students talked together about how bad teasing can make others feel.\nThat year, the Fort Wayne mayor officially declared December 21stas Amy Jo Hagadorn Day throughout the city. The mayor explained that by daring to make such a simple wish, Amy taught a universal lesson. \"Everyone,\" he said, \"wants to and should be treated with respect, dignity and warmth.\"\n\n<question>:\nThe mayor officially declared Amy Jo Hagadorn Day _ .\n\n<options>:\nA to tell how bad teasing can make others feel\nB to encourage people to hold their heads high\nC to explain how brave Amy was by making her wish\nD to call on the public to treat everyone properly\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nBillie Holiday was one of the greatest jazz singers in America. Her life was just a mixture of success and tragedy. Her singing expressed her experiences and feelings.\nBillie Holiday was born Eleanora Fagan in 1915 in Baltimore, Maryland. Her parents were Sadie Fagan and Clarence Holiday. They were young when their daughter was born. Their marriage failed because Clarence Holiday was often out. He traveled as a musician with some of the earliest jazz bands and inspired his daughter.\nSadie Fagan cleaned people's houses to make a living. But she could not support her family with the money she earned. So she moved to New York City where the pay was higher. She left her daughter in Baltimore with one of her distant relatives.\nThe young girl Eleanora Fagan changed her name to Billie, because she liked a movie star, Billie Dove. The talented Billie Holiday loved singing. She sang and listened to music whenever she could. In one place near her home there was a machine that played records. The building was a theater where many famous singers also performed their newly-made songs for free.\nBillie cleaned floors and did other jobs for the theater so that she could listen to the records. It was there that young Billie first heard the records of some famous black American blues artists of the 1920s. she heard Bessie Smith sing the blues. And she heard Louis Armstrong play the horn. Both musicians had a great influence on her.\nBillie Holiday once said, \"I do not think I'm singing. I feel like I am playing a horn. _ I hate straight singing. I have to change a tune to my own way of doing it. That is all I know.\"\n\n<question>:\nBillie Holiday's parents divorced because _ .\n\n<options>:\nA Sadie Fagan wanted to move to New York City\nB the family couldn't support itself\nC Clarence Holiday spent too much time in working\nD Clerence Holiday was a strange person\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nBillie Holiday was one of the greatest jazz singers in America. Her life was just a mixture of success and tragedy. Her singing expressed her experiences and feelings.\nBillie Holiday was born Eleanora Fagan in 1915 in Baltimore, Maryland. Her parents were Sadie Fagan and Clarence Holiday. They were young when their daughter was born. Their marriage failed because Clarence Holiday was often out. He traveled as a musician with some of the earliest jazz bands and inspired his daughter.\nSadie Fagan cleaned people's houses to make a living. But she could not support her family with the money she earned. So she moved to New York City where the pay was higher. She left her daughter in Baltimore with one of her distant relatives.\nThe young girl Eleanora Fagan changed her name to Billie, because she liked a movie star, Billie Dove. The talented Billie Holiday loved singing. She sang and listened to music whenever she could. In one place near her home there was a machine that played records. The building was a theater where many famous singers also performed their newly-made songs for free.\nBillie cleaned floors and did other jobs for the theater so that she could listen to the records. It was there that young Billie first heard the records of some famous black American blues artists of the 1920s. she heard Bessie Smith sing the blues. And she heard Louis Armstrong play the horn. Both musicians had a great influence on her.\nBillie Holiday once said, \"I do not think I'm singing. I feel like I am playing a horn. _ I hate straight singing. I have to change a tune to my own way of doing it. That is all I know.\"\n\n<question>:\nWho might originally have had an influence on Billie Holiday's career in music?\n\n<options>:\nA Sadie Fagan\nB Clerence Holiday.\nC Bessie Smith.\nD Louis Armstrong\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nBillie Holiday was one of the greatest jazz singers in America. Her life was just a mixture of success and tragedy. Her singing expressed her experiences and feelings.\nBillie Holiday was born Eleanora Fagan in 1915 in Baltimore, Maryland. Her parents were Sadie Fagan and Clarence Holiday. They were young when their daughter was born. Their marriage failed because Clarence Holiday was often out. He traveled as a musician with some of the earliest jazz bands and inspired his daughter.\nSadie Fagan cleaned people's houses to make a living. But she could not support her family with the money she earned. So she moved to New York City where the pay was higher. She left her daughter in Baltimore with one of her distant relatives.\nThe young girl Eleanora Fagan changed her name to Billie, because she liked a movie star, Billie Dove. The talented Billie Holiday loved singing. She sang and listened to music whenever she could. In one place near her home there was a machine that played records. The building was a theater where many famous singers also performed their newly-made songs for free.\nBillie cleaned floors and did other jobs for the theater so that she could listen to the records. It was there that young Billie first heard the records of some famous black American blues artists of the 1920s. she heard Bessie Smith sing the blues. And she heard Louis Armstrong play the horn. Both musicians had a great influence on her.\nBillie Holiday once said, \"I do not think I'm singing. I feel like I am playing a horn. _ I hate straight singing. I have to change a tune to my own way of doing it. That is all I know.\"\n\n<question>:\nFrom the passage, we can learn that _ .\n\n<options>:\nA Sadie Fagan was fond of living in New York\nB Clerence Holiday didn't love his wife at all\nC Billie lived a happy childhood\nD Billie had a gift for music\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nA scientist turns out to be able to see the future by offering each of some four-year-olds a piece of candy and watching how he or she deals with it. Some children reach eagerly for the treat they see. Some last a few minutes before they give in. But others are determined to wait until the last moment.\nBy the time the children reach high school, something remarkable has happened. A survey found that those who as four-year-olds had enough self-control to hold out generally grew up to be more popular, adventurous, confident and dependable. The children who gave in to temptation early were more likely to be lonely, easily frustrated and inflexible .\nActually, the ability to delay reward is a sign of emotional intelligence which doesn't show up on an IQ test.\nThe hardware of the brain and the software of the mind have long been scientists' concerns. But brain theory can't explain what we wonder about most, like the question why some people remain _ in the face of troubles that would sink a less resistant soul.\nHere comes the theory of Daniel Goleman, writer of Emotional Intelligence: when it comes to predicting people's success, brain ability measured by IQ may actually matter less than the qualities of mind once thought of as \"character\".\nEQ is not the opposite of IQ. What researchers have been trying to understand is how they work together; how one's ability to handle stress, for instance, affects the ability to concentrate and put intelligence to use. Among the ingredients for success, researchers now generally agree that IQ counts for about 20%; the rest depends on everything from social class to luck.\nWhile many researchers in this relatively new field are glad to see emotional issues finally taken seriously, some few fear EQ invites misuse.\n\n<question>:\nWhich of the following is TRUE of EQ and IQ according to the text?\n\n<options>:\nA There is no link between EQ and IQ.\nB The higher a person's IQ is, the higher his or her EQ is.\nC Some people can be blessed with lots of both, but some with little of either.\nD Scientists are trying to discover the way in which EQ and IQ work together.\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nI dropped out of Reed College after the first 6 months, but then stayed around as a drop-in for another l8 months or so before I really quit. So why did I drop out?\nIt started before I was born. My biological mother was a young, unmarried college graduate student, and she decided to, put me up for adoption. She felt very strongly that I should be adopted by college graduates, so everything was all set for me to be adopted at birth by a lawyer and his wife. Except that when I popped out they decided at the last minute that they really wanted a girl. So my parents, who were on a waiting list, got a call in the middle of the night asking: \"We have an unexpected baby boy; do you want him?\" They said: \"Of course. \" My biological mother later found out that my mother had never graduated from college and that my father had never graduated from high school. She refused to sign the final adoption papers, She only gave in a few months later when my parents promised that would someday go to college.\nAnd 17 years later I did go to college. But I artlessly chose a college that was almost as expensive as Stanford, and ail of my working class parents' savings were being spent on my college tuition. After six months, I couldn't see the value in it. I had no idea what I wanted to do with my life and no idea how college was going to help me figure it out. And here I was spending all of the money my parents had saved their entire life. So I decided to drop out and trust that it would all work out OK. It was pretty scary at the time, but looking back it was one of the best decisions I ever made. The minute I dropped out I could stop taking the required classes that didn't interest me, and begin dropping in on the ones that looked interesting.\nIt wasn't all romantic. I didn't have a dorm room, so I slept on the floor in friends' rooms, I returned coke bottles for the $ 5 deposits to buy food with, and I would walk the 7 miles across town every Sunday night to get one good meal a week at the Hare Krishna temple. I loved it. And much of what I stumbled into by following my curiosity and intuition turned out to be priceless later on.\n\n<question>:\nFrom the passage we know that the author _ .\n\n<options>:\nA was adopted by a lawyer and his wife\nB dropped out when he was 17 years old\nC The author was admitted to Stanford\nD valued his dropping out\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nAmerica is a country on the move. In unheard of numbers, people of all ages are exercising their way to better health. According to the latest figures, 59 percent of American adults exercise regularly-up 12 percent from just two years ago and more than double the figure of 25 years ago. Even non-exercisers believe they would be more attractive and confident if they were more active.\nIt is hard not to get the message. The virtues of physical fitness are shown on magazine covers, postage stamps, and television ads of everything from beauty soaps to travel books. Exercise as a part of daily life did not catch on until the late 1960s when research by military doctors began to show the health benefits of doing regular physical exercises. Growing publicity for races held in American cities helped fuel a strong interest in the ancient sport of running. Although running has _ in recent years as Americans have discovered equally rewarding--and sometimes safer-forms of exercise, such as walking and swimming, running remains the most popular form of exercise.\nAs the popularity of exercise continues to mount, so does scientific evidence of its health benefits. The key to fitness is exercising the major muscle groups vigorously enough to approximately double the heart rate and keep it doubled for 20 to 30 minutes at a time. Doing such physical exercises three times or more a week will produce considerable improvements in physical health in about three months.\n\n<question>:\nIt can be learnt from the passage that the health benefits of exercise _ .\n\n<options>:\nA are to be further studied\nB are yet to be proved\nC are self evident\nD are supported by scientific evidence\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nAmerica is a country on the move. In unheard of numbers, people of all ages are exercising their way to better health. According to the latest figures, 59 percent of American adults exercise regularly-up 12 percent from just two years ago and more than double the figure of 25 years ago. Even non-exercisers believe they would be more attractive and confident if they were more active.\nIt is hard not to get the message. The virtues of physical fitness are shown on magazine covers, postage stamps, and television ads of everything from beauty soaps to travel books. Exercise as a part of daily life did not catch on until the late 1960s when research by military doctors began to show the health benefits of doing regular physical exercises. Growing publicity for races held in American cities helped fuel a strong interest in the ancient sport of running. Although running has _ in recent years as Americans have discovered equally rewarding--and sometimes safer-forms of exercise, such as walking and swimming, running remains the most popular form of exercise.\nAs the popularity of exercise continues to mount, so does scientific evidence of its health benefits. The key to fitness is exercising the major muscle groups vigorously enough to approximately double the heart rate and keep it doubled for 20 to 30 minutes at a time. Doing such physical exercises three times or more a week will produce considerable improvements in physical health in about three months.\n\n<question>:\nWhich of the following would be the best title for the passage?\n\n<options>:\nA Running--A Popular Form of Sport\nB Scientific Evidence of Health Benefits\nC Different Forms of Exercise\nD Exercise--The Road to Health\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nThere are many great movie directors of all time and the following are five of those who have largely impressed audience with their body of work.\nAs a member of the New Hollywood gang, Francis Coppola is best remembered for The God Father series. His decision to cast Marlon Brando in the lead also met with fierce opposition from the studio bosses. Good sense became popular, and The God Father went on to become one of the most memorable movies ever. Critics may point out that he has become less creative after his seventies, but try as one might, no one can possibly take the place of this great director's work.\nStanley Kubrick's movies focus on the themes like sci-fi, horror, dark humor and war. He used symbolism in most of his movies, giving us some wonderful screen visuals, as shown in 2001: A Space Odyssey. His actors in Hollywood complained about the endless number of retakes, but they appreciated the performance he milked out of them. People argue about films like Lolita, A Clockwork Orange and Paths of Glory, but these are now seen as classics.\nSteven Spielberg is a great success at the box office, and he is one of the world's most popular filmmakers today. As the creator of classics like Schindler's List, Jurassic Park, ET, Indiana Jones series, Jaws, Saving Private Ryan, no one can win his hold over the audience. His critics accuse him of being emotional and over the top, _ \nWoody Allen is a director who directs movies full of crime and hate. This comic genius has given us Annie Hall, Hannah and Her Sisters and Midnight in Paris, which have also become classical. His movies constantly include characters who arouse the audience's sympathy and laughter at the same time, as they set out on a journey of self-discovery. Hollywood star power has never fazed Allen. Thankfully, awards and honors do not interest him, which results in creativity that is original.\n\n<question>:\nWhat do the directors mentioned in the passage have in common _ ?\n\n<options>:\nA They are interested in awards for their works.\nB They are members of the New Hollywood gang.\nC They have created a lot of movies taken as classics.\nD They focus their themes on negative side of the society.\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nThere are many great movie directors of all time and the following are five of those who have largely impressed audience with their body of work.\nAs a member of the New Hollywood gang, Francis Coppola is best remembered for The God Father series. His decision to cast Marlon Brando in the lead also met with fierce opposition from the studio bosses. Good sense became popular, and The God Father went on to become one of the most memorable movies ever. Critics may point out that he has become less creative after his seventies, but try as one might, no one can possibly take the place of this great director's work.\nStanley Kubrick's movies focus on the themes like sci-fi, horror, dark humor and war. He used symbolism in most of his movies, giving us some wonderful screen visuals, as shown in 2001: A Space Odyssey. His actors in Hollywood complained about the endless number of retakes, but they appreciated the performance he milked out of them. People argue about films like Lolita, A Clockwork Orange and Paths of Glory, but these are now seen as classics.\nSteven Spielberg is a great success at the box office, and he is one of the world's most popular filmmakers today. As the creator of classics like Schindler's List, Jurassic Park, ET, Indiana Jones series, Jaws, Saving Private Ryan, no one can win his hold over the audience. His critics accuse him of being emotional and over the top, _ \nWoody Allen is a director who directs movies full of crime and hate. This comic genius has given us Annie Hall, Hannah and Her Sisters and Midnight in Paris, which have also become classical. His movies constantly include characters who arouse the audience's sympathy and laughter at the same time, as they set out on a journey of self-discovery. Hollywood star power has never fazed Allen. Thankfully, awards and honors do not interest him, which results in creativity that is original.\n\n<question>:\nStanley Kubrick's works include the following except _ .\n\n<options>:\nA Midnight in Paris\nB 2001: A Space Odyssey\nC A Clockwork Orange\nD Paths of Glory\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nAccording to new research,there could be a social hierarchy attached to where people stand in the lift.More senior men stand at the back,young men in the middle and women of all ages at the front.\nMost people know that awkward feeling when you shuffle into an elevator with other people and try not to make eye contact.\nBut new research suggests it may be down to a subconscious power struggle being played out as you make your way up or down.\nA study found that people decide where they stand based on a micro social hierarchy,established within seconds of entering the lift.\nRebekah Rousi,a Ph.D.student in cognitive science,conducted all ethnographic study of elevator behaviour in two of the tallest office buildings in Adelaide,Australia.\nAs part of her research,she took a total of 30 lift rides in the two buildings,and discovered there was an established order to where people tended to stand.\nIn a blog for Ethnography Matters,she writes that more senior men seemed to direct themselves towards the back of the elevator cabins.\nShe said,\"In front of them were younger men,and in front of them were women of all ages.\"\nShe also noticed there was a difference in where people directed their gaze half way through the ride.\nMen watched the monitors,looked in the side mirrors(in one building)to see themselves,and in the door mirrors(of the other building)to also watch others.\nWomen would watch the monitors and avoid eye contact with other users(unless in conversation)and the mirrors,she writes.\nThe doctorate student concluded it could be that people who are shyer stand toward the front,where they can't see other passengers,whereas bolder people stand in the back,where they have a view of everyone else.\n\n<question>:\nAccording to the passage,where do women likes to stand in the lift?\n\n<options>:\nA At the back.\nB At the front.\nC In the middle.\nD On the right.\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nAccording to new research,there could be a social hierarchy attached to where people stand in the lift.More senior men stand at the back,young men in the middle and women of all ages at the front.\nMost people know that awkward feeling when you shuffle into an elevator with other people and try not to make eye contact.\nBut new research suggests it may be down to a subconscious power struggle being played out as you make your way up or down.\nA study found that people decide where they stand based on a micro social hierarchy,established within seconds of entering the lift.\nRebekah Rousi,a Ph.D.student in cognitive science,conducted all ethnographic study of elevator behaviour in two of the tallest office buildings in Adelaide,Australia.\nAs part of her research,she took a total of 30 lift rides in the two buildings,and discovered there was an established order to where people tended to stand.\nIn a blog for Ethnography Matters,she writes that more senior men seemed to direct themselves towards the back of the elevator cabins.\nShe said,\"In front of them were younger men,and in front of them were women of all ages.\"\nShe also noticed there was a difference in where people directed their gaze half way through the ride.\nMen watched the monitors,looked in the side mirrors(in one building)to see themselves,and in the door mirrors(of the other building)to also watch others.\nWomen would watch the monitors and avoid eye contact with other users(unless in conversation)and the mirrors,she writes.\nThe doctorate student concluded it could be that people who are shyer stand toward the front,where they can't see other passengers,whereas bolder people stand in the back,where they have a view of everyone else.\n\n<question>:\nWhat causes people to feel uncomfortable when entering the an elevator?\n\n<options>:\nA The manner people went into the lift.\nB The limited space in the lift.\nC The subconscious power struggle.\nD The micro social hierarchy.\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nAccording to new research,there could be a social hierarchy attached to where people stand in the lift.More senior men stand at the back,young men in the middle and women of all ages at the front.\nMost people know that awkward feeling when you shuffle into an elevator with other people and try not to make eye contact.\nBut new research suggests it may be down to a subconscious power struggle being played out as you make your way up or down.\nA study found that people decide where they stand based on a micro social hierarchy,established within seconds of entering the lift.\nRebekah Rousi,a Ph.D.student in cognitive science,conducted all ethnographic study of elevator behaviour in two of the tallest office buildings in Adelaide,Australia.\nAs part of her research,she took a total of 30 lift rides in the two buildings,and discovered there was an established order to where people tended to stand.\nIn a blog for Ethnography Matters,she writes that more senior men seemed to direct themselves towards the back of the elevator cabins.\nShe said,\"In front of them were younger men,and in front of them were women of all ages.\"\nShe also noticed there was a difference in where people directed their gaze half way through the ride.\nMen watched the monitors,looked in the side mirrors(in one building)to see themselves,and in the door mirrors(of the other building)to also watch others.\nWomen would watch the monitors and avoid eye contact with other users(unless in conversation)and the mirrors,she writes.\nThe doctorate student concluded it could be that people who are shyer stand toward the front,where they can't see other passengers,whereas bolder people stand in the back,where they have a view of everyone else.\n\n<question>:\nWhy did Rebekah Rousi take 30 lift rides in buildings in Adelaide,Australia?\n\n<options>:\nA To enjoy the tallest office building.\nB To make a study of elevator behavior.\nC To go to work there.\nD To experience the ride by elevator.\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nAccording to new research,there could be a social hierarchy attached to where people stand in the lift.More senior men stand at the back,young men in the middle and women of all ages at the front.\nMost people know that awkward feeling when you shuffle into an elevator with other people and try not to make eye contact.\nBut new research suggests it may be down to a subconscious power struggle being played out as you make your way up or down.\nA study found that people decide where they stand based on a micro social hierarchy,established within seconds of entering the lift.\nRebekah Rousi,a Ph.D.student in cognitive science,conducted all ethnographic study of elevator behaviour in two of the tallest office buildings in Adelaide,Australia.\nAs part of her research,she took a total of 30 lift rides in the two buildings,and discovered there was an established order to where people tended to stand.\nIn a blog for Ethnography Matters,she writes that more senior men seemed to direct themselves towards the back of the elevator cabins.\nShe said,\"In front of them were younger men,and in front of them were women of all ages.\"\nShe also noticed there was a difference in where people directed their gaze half way through the ride.\nMen watched the monitors,looked in the side mirrors(in one building)to see themselves,and in the door mirrors(of the other building)to also watch others.\nWomen would watch the monitors and avoid eye contact with other users(unless in conversation)and the mirrors,she writes.\nThe doctorate student concluded it could be that people who are shyer stand toward the front,where they can't see other passengers,whereas bolder people stand in the back,where they have a view of everyone else.\n\n<question>:\nWhich of following best summarizes the main idea of the passage?\n\n<options>:\nA Women are more attentive than men in the lift.\nB Both women and men like to watch the monitors in the lift.\nC The shyer you are,the more likely you are to stand at the back in the lift.\nD Why where you stand in the lift reflects your social status.\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nPeople go fishing for many reasons, for one they like the sport of it, reeling in the big catch after a long day of work or just having a few drinks on the water with some friends and letting all the stress just go. Whatever the reasons may be, it is absolutely _ .\nPeople in the south sometimes do a strange type of fishing where they reach their arm inside a hole in the bank and pull out cat fish the size of a boat. There is one form called jug fishing where you get a milk jug or water jug and tie a heavy fishing line with a big hook, put on a small brim and throw it in the water. The next morning you get up and see what's on the hook. There is fly fishing which is with a lighter string and top water jigs such as bugs that lay on the top of the water until the trout comes and takes it. It takes longer to reel them in because the line is so light and the fish are heavy.\nIce fishing is a dangerous kind of fishing in the north. You cut a hole in the ice, drop in your bait and wait for a fish to bite. You have to be careful that the fish doesn't pull your line into the side of the ice and snap it. That is one problem with ice fishing but the fish are usually bigger and worth the trouble.\nGoing out on the lake with a couple of friends or alone with a couple of drinks and a fishing pole can be the most stress releasing thing you can do sometimes. Just to feel the waves rocking the boat and a good conversation is all the therapy you will need sometimes. Catching a fish is always a great bonus .\n\n<question>:\nHow many ways of fishing have been introduced in the passage?\n\n<options>:\nA Two\nB Three\nC Four\nD Five\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nPeople go fishing for many reasons, for one they like the sport of it, reeling in the big catch after a long day of work or just having a few drinks on the water with some friends and letting all the stress just go. Whatever the reasons may be, it is absolutely _ .\nPeople in the south sometimes do a strange type of fishing where they reach their arm inside a hole in the bank and pull out cat fish the size of a boat. There is one form called jug fishing where you get a milk jug or water jug and tie a heavy fishing line with a big hook, put on a small brim and throw it in the water. The next morning you get up and see what's on the hook. There is fly fishing which is with a lighter string and top water jigs such as bugs that lay on the top of the water until the trout comes and takes it. It takes longer to reel them in because the line is so light and the fish are heavy.\nIce fishing is a dangerous kind of fishing in the north. You cut a hole in the ice, drop in your bait and wait for a fish to bite. You have to be careful that the fish doesn't pull your line into the side of the ice and snap it. That is one problem with ice fishing but the fish are usually bigger and worth the trouble.\nGoing out on the lake with a couple of friends or alone with a couple of drinks and a fishing pole can be the most stress releasing thing you can do sometimes. Just to feel the waves rocking the boat and a good conversation is all the therapy you will need sometimes. Catching a fish is always a great bonus .\n\n<question>:\nWhat problem should people pay attention to when going ice fishing?\n\n<options>:\nA Dropping in the bait several times\nB Waiting for the fish more patiently\nC Cutting a big enough hole on the ice\nD Taking care of the lines of their poles\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nPeople go fishing for many reasons, for one they like the sport of it, reeling in the big catch after a long day of work or just having a few drinks on the water with some friends and letting all the stress just go. Whatever the reasons may be, it is absolutely _ .\nPeople in the south sometimes do a strange type of fishing where they reach their arm inside a hole in the bank and pull out cat fish the size of a boat. There is one form called jug fishing where you get a milk jug or water jug and tie a heavy fishing line with a big hook, put on a small brim and throw it in the water. The next morning you get up and see what's on the hook. There is fly fishing which is with a lighter string and top water jigs such as bugs that lay on the top of the water until the trout comes and takes it. It takes longer to reel them in because the line is so light and the fish are heavy.\nIce fishing is a dangerous kind of fishing in the north. You cut a hole in the ice, drop in your bait and wait for a fish to bite. You have to be careful that the fish doesn't pull your line into the side of the ice and snap it. That is one problem with ice fishing but the fish are usually bigger and worth the trouble.\nGoing out on the lake with a couple of friends or alone with a couple of drinks and a fishing pole can be the most stress releasing thing you can do sometimes. Just to feel the waves rocking the boat and a good conversation is all the therapy you will need sometimes. Catching a fish is always a great bonus .\n\n<question>:\nFishing is becoming more and more popular mainly because _ .\n\n<options>:\nA it is a good way to harvest much fish from the rivers\nB it can help people have a good time with their friends\nC it can help people relax themselves to the fullest\nD it is a good way to exercise the strength of their arms\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nTwo new studies suggest that modern running shoes could increase the risk of injuries to runners.\nOne study involved sixty-eight healthy young women and men who ran at least twenty-four kilometers a week. The runners were observed on a treadmill machine . Sometimes they wore running shoes. Other times they ran barefoot .\nResearchers from the JKM Technologies company in Virginia, the University of Virginia and the University of Colorado did the study.\nThey found that running shoes create more stress that could damage knees, hips and ankle joints than running barefoot. They observed that the effect was even greater than the effect reported earlier for walking in high heels.\nThe study appeared in the official scientific journal of The American Academy of Physical Medicine.\nThe other study appeared in the journal Nature. It compared runners in the United States and Kenya. The researchers were from Harvard University in Massachusetts, Moi University in Kenya and the University of Glasgow in Scotland.\nThey divided the runners into three groups. One group had always run shoeless. Another group had always run with shoes. And the third group had changed to shoeless running.\nRunners who wear shoes usually come down heel first. That puts great force on the back of the foot. But the study found that barefoot runners generally land on the front or middle of their foot. That way they ease into their landing and avoid striking their heel.\nHarvard's Daniel Lieberman led the study. He says the way most running shoes are designed may explain why those who wear them land on their heels. The heel of the shoe is bigger and heavier than other parts of the shoe, so it would seem more likely to come down first. Also, the heel generally has thick material under it to soften landings.\nBut the researchers do not suggest that runners immediately start running barefoot. They say it takes some training. And there can be risks, like running when your feet are too cold to feel if you get injured.\nThe study was partly supported by Vibram, which makes a kind of footwear that it says is like running barefoot. The findings have gotten a lot of attention. But the researchers say there are many problems in the way the press has reported in their paper. So they have tried to explain their findings on a Harvard Website.\n\n<question>:\nWhat's the main idea of the passage?\n\n<options>:\nA Walking in high heels could cause less serious effects than running barefoot.\nB Two new discoveries encourage people to run in high heels.\nC Running in shoes is partly good to runners.\nD Two new studies prove running without shoes is beneficial to runners in most cases.\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nTwo new studies suggest that modern running shoes could increase the risk of injuries to runners.\nOne study involved sixty-eight healthy young women and men who ran at least twenty-four kilometers a week. The runners were observed on a treadmill machine . Sometimes they wore running shoes. Other times they ran barefoot .\nResearchers from the JKM Technologies company in Virginia, the University of Virginia and the University of Colorado did the study.\nThey found that running shoes create more stress that could damage knees, hips and ankle joints than running barefoot. They observed that the effect was even greater than the effect reported earlier for walking in high heels.\nThe study appeared in the official scientific journal of The American Academy of Physical Medicine.\nThe other study appeared in the journal Nature. It compared runners in the United States and Kenya. The researchers were from Harvard University in Massachusetts, Moi University in Kenya and the University of Glasgow in Scotland.\nThey divided the runners into three groups. One group had always run shoeless. Another group had always run with shoes. And the third group had changed to shoeless running.\nRunners who wear shoes usually come down heel first. That puts great force on the back of the foot. But the study found that barefoot runners generally land on the front or middle of their foot. That way they ease into their landing and avoid striking their heel.\nHarvard's Daniel Lieberman led the study. He says the way most running shoes are designed may explain why those who wear them land on their heels. The heel of the shoe is bigger and heavier than other parts of the shoe, so it would seem more likely to come down first. Also, the heel generally has thick material under it to soften landings.\nBut the researchers do not suggest that runners immediately start running barefoot. They say it takes some training. And there can be risks, like running when your feet are too cold to feel if you get injured.\nThe study was partly supported by Vibram, which makes a kind of footwear that it says is like running barefoot. The findings have gotten a lot of attention. But the researchers say there are many problems in the way the press has reported in their paper. So they have tried to explain their findings on a Harvard Website.\n\n<question>:\nWhich part of our body could be injured if we run in running shoes?\n\n<options>:\nA Toes.\nB Hips.\nC Feet.\nD Legs.\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nTwo new studies suggest that modern running shoes could increase the risk of injuries to runners.\nOne study involved sixty-eight healthy young women and men who ran at least twenty-four kilometers a week. The runners were observed on a treadmill machine . Sometimes they wore running shoes. Other times they ran barefoot .\nResearchers from the JKM Technologies company in Virginia, the University of Virginia and the University of Colorado did the study.\nThey found that running shoes create more stress that could damage knees, hips and ankle joints than running barefoot. They observed that the effect was even greater than the effect reported earlier for walking in high heels.\nThe study appeared in the official scientific journal of The American Academy of Physical Medicine.\nThe other study appeared in the journal Nature. It compared runners in the United States and Kenya. The researchers were from Harvard University in Massachusetts, Moi University in Kenya and the University of Glasgow in Scotland.\nThey divided the runners into three groups. One group had always run shoeless. Another group had always run with shoes. And the third group had changed to shoeless running.\nRunners who wear shoes usually come down heel first. That puts great force on the back of the foot. But the study found that barefoot runners generally land on the front or middle of their foot. That way they ease into their landing and avoid striking their heel.\nHarvard's Daniel Lieberman led the study. He says the way most running shoes are designed may explain why those who wear them land on their heels. The heel of the shoe is bigger and heavier than other parts of the shoe, so it would seem more likely to come down first. Also, the heel generally has thick material under it to soften landings.\nBut the researchers do not suggest that runners immediately start running barefoot. They say it takes some training. And there can be risks, like running when your feet are too cold to feel if you get injured.\nThe study was partly supported by Vibram, which makes a kind of footwear that it says is like running barefoot. The findings have gotten a lot of attention. But the researchers say there are many problems in the way the press has reported in their paper. So they have tried to explain their findings on a Harvard Website.\n\n<question>:\nWhat can we learn from the passage?\n\n<options>:\nA The way that we run by landing on the front or middle of our foot could avoid damaging our heel.\nB We should start running barefoot in no time.\nC Running in modern running shoes could cause more serious effects than running in high heels.\nD We won't be injured if we run barefoot.\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nTwo new studies suggest that modern running shoes could increase the risk of injuries to runners.\nOne study involved sixty-eight healthy young women and men who ran at least twenty-four kilometers a week. The runners were observed on a treadmill machine . Sometimes they wore running shoes. Other times they ran barefoot .\nResearchers from the JKM Technologies company in Virginia, the University of Virginia and the University of Colorado did the study.\nThey found that running shoes create more stress that could damage knees, hips and ankle joints than running barefoot. They observed that the effect was even greater than the effect reported earlier for walking in high heels.\nThe study appeared in the official scientific journal of The American Academy of Physical Medicine.\nThe other study appeared in the journal Nature. It compared runners in the United States and Kenya. The researchers were from Harvard University in Massachusetts, Moi University in Kenya and the University of Glasgow in Scotland.\nThey divided the runners into three groups. One group had always run shoeless. Another group had always run with shoes. And the third group had changed to shoeless running.\nRunners who wear shoes usually come down heel first. That puts great force on the back of the foot. But the study found that barefoot runners generally land on the front or middle of their foot. That way they ease into their landing and avoid striking their heel.\nHarvard's Daniel Lieberman led the study. He says the way most running shoes are designed may explain why those who wear them land on their heels. The heel of the shoe is bigger and heavier than other parts of the shoe, so it would seem more likely to come down first. Also, the heel generally has thick material under it to soften landings.\nBut the researchers do not suggest that runners immediately start running barefoot. They say it takes some training. And there can be risks, like running when your feet are too cold to feel if you get injured.\nThe study was partly supported by Vibram, which makes a kind of footwear that it says is like running barefoot. The findings have gotten a lot of attention. But the researchers say there are many problems in the way the press has reported in their paper. So they have tried to explain their findings on a Harvard Website.\n\n<question>:\nWhat is the writer's attitude towards the use of the modern running shoes?\n\n<options>:\nA Persuasive.\nB Negative.\nC Objective.\nD Supportive.\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nThere is a common belief among parents that schools are no longer interested in spelling. No school I have taught in has ever considered spelling unimportant as a basic skill. There are, however, quite different ideas about how to teach it, or how much priority it must be given over general language development and writing ability. The problem is, how to encourage a child to express himself freely in writing without holding him back with spelling.\nIf spelling becomes the only point of his teacher's interest, clearly a bright child will be likely to \" _ \". He will write only words within his spelling range . That's why teachers often encourage the early use of dictionaries and pay attention to content rather than technical ability.\nI was once shocked to read on the bottom of a sensitive piece of writing about a personal experience:\"This work is terrible! There are far too many spelling mistakes.\" It may have been a sharp criticism of the pupils technical abilities in writing, but it was also a sad thing for the teacher who had omitted to read the composition, which contained some beautiful expressions of the child's deep feelings. The teacher was not wrong to draw attention to the mistakes, but if his priority had centered on the child's ideas, an expression of his disappointment with the presentation would have given the pupil more hope to seek improvement.\n\n<question>:\nThe expression \"play safe\" probably means _ .\n\n<options>:\nA to write carefully\nB to do as teachers say\nC to use dictionaries frequently\nD to avoid using words one is not sure of\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nThere is a common belief among parents that schools are no longer interested in spelling. No school I have taught in has ever considered spelling unimportant as a basic skill. There are, however, quite different ideas about how to teach it, or how much priority it must be given over general language development and writing ability. The problem is, how to encourage a child to express himself freely in writing without holding him back with spelling.\nIf spelling becomes the only point of his teacher's interest, clearly a bright child will be likely to \" _ \". He will write only words within his spelling range . That's why teachers often encourage the early use of dictionaries and pay attention to content rather than technical ability.\nI was once shocked to read on the bottom of a sensitive piece of writing about a personal experience:\"This work is terrible! There are far too many spelling mistakes.\" It may have been a sharp criticism of the pupils technical abilities in writing, but it was also a sad thing for the teacher who had omitted to read the composition, which contained some beautiful expressions of the child's deep feelings. The teacher was not wrong to draw attention to the mistakes, but if his priority had centered on the child's ideas, an expression of his disappointment with the presentation would have given the pupil more hope to seek improvement.\n\n<question>:\nTeachers encourage the use of dictionaries so that _ .\n\n<options>:\nA students will be able to express their ideas more freely\nB teachers will have less trouble in correcting mistakes\nC students will have more trust in writing\nD students will learn to spell words correctly\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nHave you ever heard of a great Chilean poet? He was once referred to as the _ of poetry. Beloved by Chileans of all classes, he is one of the most widely read and respected poets in history. And this year is the 110th birthday of Pablo Neruda (1904-1973).\nBorn with the name Neftali Ricardo Reyes Basolto, he was a tall, shy and lonely boy. He loved to read and started to write poetry when he was ten. The American poet Walt Whitman, whose framed picture Neruda later kept on his table, became a major influence on his work.\nHowever, his father did not like the idea of having a poet for a son and tried to discourage him from writing. To cover up the publication of his first poem, he took the pen name Pablo Neruda.\nIn 1924 Neruda gained fame with his most widely read work \"Twenty Love Poems and a Song of Despair''. Yet his rich experience as a diplomat and exile made him go beyond the theme of love. His work also reflected the political struggle of the left and development of South America. He was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1971.\nNeruda loved the sea which he saw as creative, destructive and forever moving. He found inspiration in the power and freedom of the waves and the seabirds on the coast. \"I need the sea because it teaches me,\" he wrote. \"I move in the university of the waves.\" He loved how the sea forever renewed itself, a renewal echoed in his work.\n\n<question>:\nNeftali Ricardo Reyes Basolto took the pen name Pablo Neruda because _ .\n\n<options>:\nA he was greatly influenced by other poets\nB literary greats usually used the pen name\nC his father encouraged him to use the name\nD he wanted to prevent his father knowing the publication\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nHave you ever heard of a great Chilean poet? He was once referred to as the _ of poetry. Beloved by Chileans of all classes, he is one of the most widely read and respected poets in history. And this year is the 110th birthday of Pablo Neruda (1904-1973).\nBorn with the name Neftali Ricardo Reyes Basolto, he was a tall, shy and lonely boy. He loved to read and started to write poetry when he was ten. The American poet Walt Whitman, whose framed picture Neruda later kept on his table, became a major influence on his work.\nHowever, his father did not like the idea of having a poet for a son and tried to discourage him from writing. To cover up the publication of his first poem, he took the pen name Pablo Neruda.\nIn 1924 Neruda gained fame with his most widely read work \"Twenty Love Poems and a Song of Despair''. Yet his rich experience as a diplomat and exile made him go beyond the theme of love. His work also reflected the political struggle of the left and development of South America. He was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1971.\nNeruda loved the sea which he saw as creative, destructive and forever moving. He found inspiration in the power and freedom of the waves and the seabirds on the coast. \"I need the sea because it teaches me,\" he wrote. \"I move in the university of the waves.\" He loved how the sea forever renewed itself, a renewal echoed in his work.\n\n<question>:\nWhich of the following is not the theme of his works?\n\n<options>:\nA Social reform.\nB Love.\nC Political struggle.\nD Development of South America.\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nBuilt in 1794 for the 5th Duke of Bedford, this hotel in the heart of Bedford overlooks the River Ouse, which winds through the beautiful Bedfordshire countryside. We offer a flexible approach to conferencing. With purpose-built meeting rooms offering a flexible and functional space, our hotel is designed for comfort and convenience. Day Delegate (/),24 Hour Delegate or room hire only can be arranged to meet your needs and we offer a range of food and drinks for all requirements. The Bedford Swan Hotel provides an impressive range of conference, training and function rooms which are suitable for up to 300 delegates. Our hotel is located about 30 minutes' drive from Luton Airport and a 20-minute walk from Bedford Train Station with regular trains to and from Central London.\nWhat to expect:\n*A professional service from the beginning \n* Your own event consultant \n* A great location with car parking \n* Well-equipped rooms perfect for your meeting or event \n* Various Day Delegate packages \n* Personalized dining and refreshment breaks \n* Accurate billing\nDiscounted Day Delegate Rates from PS 40 per person\n* Hold your meeting before 30th November 2014 and benefit from our special day delegate rates \n* Day Delegate Rate from PS40. 00 per person \n* Minimum numbers of 10 apply\nCall us on 02348 346566 or e-mail us on info@bedfordsvuanhotel.co.uk\n\n<question>:\nWhich of the following is true about the hotel?\n\n<options>:\nA It overlooks the River Ouse.\nB It was built about 120 years ago.\nC It is located in the suburb of Bedford.\nD It takes you about an hour to drive from the hotel to Luton Airport.\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nBuilt in 1794 for the 5th Duke of Bedford, this hotel in the heart of Bedford overlooks the River Ouse, which winds through the beautiful Bedfordshire countryside. We offer a flexible approach to conferencing. With purpose-built meeting rooms offering a flexible and functional space, our hotel is designed for comfort and convenience. Day Delegate (/),24 Hour Delegate or room hire only can be arranged to meet your needs and we offer a range of food and drinks for all requirements. The Bedford Swan Hotel provides an impressive range of conference, training and function rooms which are suitable for up to 300 delegates. Our hotel is located about 30 minutes' drive from Luton Airport and a 20-minute walk from Bedford Train Station with regular trains to and from Central London.\nWhat to expect:\n*A professional service from the beginning \n* Your own event consultant \n* A great location with car parking \n* Well-equipped rooms perfect for your meeting or event \n* Various Day Delegate packages \n* Personalized dining and refreshment breaks \n* Accurate billing\nDiscounted Day Delegate Rates from PS 40 per person\n* Hold your meeting before 30th November 2014 and benefit from our special day delegate rates \n* Day Delegate Rate from PS40. 00 per person \n* Minimum numbers of 10 apply\nCall us on 02348 346566 or e-mail us on info@bedfordsvuanhotel.co.uk\n\n<question>:\nWhich of the following services is not mentioned by Bedford Swan Hotel?\n\n<options>:\nA Car parking.\nB An event consultant.\nC Personalized dining.\nD Exchanging foreign currency.\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nBuilt in 1794 for the 5th Duke of Bedford, this hotel in the heart of Bedford overlooks the River Ouse, which winds through the beautiful Bedfordshire countryside. We offer a flexible approach to conferencing. With purpose-built meeting rooms offering a flexible and functional space, our hotel is designed for comfort and convenience. Day Delegate (/),24 Hour Delegate or room hire only can be arranged to meet your needs and we offer a range of food and drinks for all requirements. The Bedford Swan Hotel provides an impressive range of conference, training and function rooms which are suitable for up to 300 delegates. Our hotel is located about 30 minutes' drive from Luton Airport and a 20-minute walk from Bedford Train Station with regular trains to and from Central London.\nWhat to expect:\n*A professional service from the beginning \n* Your own event consultant \n* A great location with car parking \n* Well-equipped rooms perfect for your meeting or event \n* Various Day Delegate packages \n* Personalized dining and refreshment breaks \n* Accurate billing\nDiscounted Day Delegate Rates from PS 40 per person\n* Hold your meeting before 30th November 2014 and benefit from our special day delegate rates \n* Day Delegate Rate from PS40. 00 per person \n* Minimum numbers of 10 apply\nCall us on 02348 346566 or e-mail us on info@bedfordsvuanhotel.co.uk\n\n<question>:\nThe special discount will be given if _ .\n\n<options>:\nA you spend more than 15 days in the hotel\nB 12 delegates will hold a day meeting on October 10, 2014\nC guests pay PS40, 00 per person for the rooms they live in\nD a group of 20 delegates book the hotel rooms on December 2, 2014\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nBuilt in 1794 for the 5th Duke of Bedford, this hotel in the heart of Bedford overlooks the River Ouse, which winds through the beautiful Bedfordshire countryside. We offer a flexible approach to conferencing. With purpose-built meeting rooms offering a flexible and functional space, our hotel is designed for comfort and convenience. Day Delegate (/),24 Hour Delegate or room hire only can be arranged to meet your needs and we offer a range of food and drinks for all requirements. The Bedford Swan Hotel provides an impressive range of conference, training and function rooms which are suitable for up to 300 delegates. Our hotel is located about 30 minutes' drive from Luton Airport and a 20-minute walk from Bedford Train Station with regular trains to and from Central London.\nWhat to expect:\n*A professional service from the beginning \n* Your own event consultant \n* A great location with car parking \n* Well-equipped rooms perfect for your meeting or event \n* Various Day Delegate packages \n* Personalized dining and refreshment breaks \n* Accurate billing\nDiscounted Day Delegate Rates from PS 40 per person\n* Hold your meeting before 30th November 2014 and benefit from our special day delegate rates \n* Day Delegate Rate from PS40. 00 per person \n* Minimum numbers of 10 apply\nCall us on 02348 346566 or e-mail us on info@bedfordsvuanhotel.co.uk\n\n<question>:\nWhich of the following is the correct contact way?\n\n<options>:\nA Calling them on 02335 246566\nB Calling them on 02347 654566\nC E-mailing them on info@bedfordswanhotel.co.uk\nD E-mailing them on info@bedfordshirehot'el.co.uk\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nFeel frightened when you have public speaking? There is no need for it. All you have to do is appear confident, and the audience will immediately relax and pay attention. There are a few body-language techniques that will make your life easier, even if you hate public speaking. \n Look relaxed.Don't stand like a model of human body. Keep your arms relaxed , sometimes raising them. Movement helps keep an audience awake. Raise your hands instead of laying them down to stress your points.\n The eyes have it.When making a speech , your eyes are your important tool. Use them well, and you will get your message across. Keep your head raised and avoid looking down at the floor. If you can make a speech without notes, your body language will improve. Make eye contact with all the audience for a short while. They want to feel as if you're speaking to them individually.\n Change the rhythm. Variety is the key. As well as using your hands and eyes , you can use your voice to send out signals. You can change your rhythm and raise your tone to emphasize your arguments.\n Check if your audience is paying attention. As important as controlling your own body language is being able to recognize and if you are confident, it should be easy to check whether the audience is listening ,Look out for negative body language and any signs of wandering attention.\n Regain their attention by making a joke. If this doesn't work , it might be time to have a break. Each audience has a different attention span, and the more complicated your subject is the quicker their minds will wander. If all else fails , open a window. Nothing focuses concentration like a draught .\n\n<question>:\nWhich of the following is NOTtrue according to the passage?\n\n<options>:\nA A speaker should often remain relaxed .\nB The public often stares at the speaker's arms.\nC Using gestures correctly can benefit the speaker a lot.\nD making eye contact with the audience can help a speaker.\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nFeel frightened when you have public speaking? There is no need for it. All you have to do is appear confident, and the audience will immediately relax and pay attention. There are a few body-language techniques that will make your life easier, even if you hate public speaking. \n Look relaxed.Don't stand like a model of human body. Keep your arms relaxed , sometimes raising them. Movement helps keep an audience awake. Raise your hands instead of laying them down to stress your points.\n The eyes have it.When making a speech , your eyes are your important tool. Use them well, and you will get your message across. Keep your head raised and avoid looking down at the floor. If you can make a speech without notes, your body language will improve. Make eye contact with all the audience for a short while. They want to feel as if you're speaking to them individually.\n Change the rhythm. Variety is the key. As well as using your hands and eyes , you can use your voice to send out signals. You can change your rhythm and raise your tone to emphasize your arguments.\n Check if your audience is paying attention. As important as controlling your own body language is being able to recognize and if you are confident, it should be easy to check whether the audience is listening ,Look out for negative body language and any signs of wandering attention.\n Regain their attention by making a joke. If this doesn't work , it might be time to have a break. Each audience has a different attention span, and the more complicated your subject is the quicker their minds will wander. If all else fails , open a window. Nothing focuses concentration like a draught .\n\n<question>:\nwhich of the following techniques can't help you stress your speech?\n\n<options>:\nA Raise your speaking tone\nB Use your gestures correctly\nC Change your speaking rhythm\nD Low down your hand suddenly\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nFeel frightened when you have public speaking? There is no need for it. All you have to do is appear confident, and the audience will immediately relax and pay attention. There are a few body-language techniques that will make your life easier, even if you hate public speaking. \n Look relaxed.Don't stand like a model of human body. Keep your arms relaxed , sometimes raising them. Movement helps keep an audience awake. Raise your hands instead of laying them down to stress your points.\n The eyes have it.When making a speech , your eyes are your important tool. Use them well, and you will get your message across. Keep your head raised and avoid looking down at the floor. If you can make a speech without notes, your body language will improve. Make eye contact with all the audience for a short while. They want to feel as if you're speaking to them individually.\n Change the rhythm. Variety is the key. As well as using your hands and eyes , you can use your voice to send out signals. You can change your rhythm and raise your tone to emphasize your arguments.\n Check if your audience is paying attention. As important as controlling your own body language is being able to recognize and if you are confident, it should be easy to check whether the audience is listening ,Look out for negative body language and any signs of wandering attention.\n Regain their attention by making a joke. If this doesn't work , it might be time to have a break. Each audience has a different attention span, and the more complicated your subject is the quicker their minds will wander. If all else fails , open a window. Nothing focuses concentration like a draught .\n\n<question>:\nThe passage is mainly intended to _\n\n<options>:\nA guide people how to use their body language\nB guide people how to give a speech correctly\nC tell us the importance of body language in speech.\nD tell us how to attract the audience' s attention in speech .\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nKuala Lumpur is an exciting capital city in Malaysia. Here are the top 4 budget hotels there:\nThe Chinatown Inn (About $30 per night)\nJust a block from the railway station, located in Chinatown's open market. It has clean beds, central air conditioning, hot water for coffee and tea, and a hall with a big screen TV. Wi-Fi is good on the first 4 floors, but a little weak on Floor 5. Many guests like the Chinatown Inn. Their complaint is that the air condition is too cold, so make sure you get a room with a window. You can open it to let some warmth in.\nAncasa Express (About $45 per night).\nThe hotel is above the sky-train station. That makes it convenient to get to other parts of the city. From the station, take the elevator to the 5th floor to reach the hotel lobby . The rooms are clean and nice. There is a flat screen TV, the strongest Wi-Fi, and a very hot rainfall shower. The guests' complaint is that the cafe is only open for breakfast and dinner, and not 24 hours.\nCentral Hotel (About $35 per night)\nThis hotel is just two blocks from the Central Station, which is the heart of all transportation in the city--buses, trains and sky-trains all meet here. Central is where the airport-link trains will take you to the airport. From Central you can walk 2 blocks to the beautiful Central Hotel, in which rooms are small but nice and clean, and have common Wi-Fi.\nOcean 77 (About $25 per night)\nOn Petaling Street in Chinatown, this brand new hotel is most spotlessly clean. There is a flat screen TV and good Wi-Fi in each room. The location is good, in the heart of the Petaling Street market. No cafe in the hotel, but many nearby on the street.\n\n<question>:\nIn the Chinatown Inn you are told to choose a room with a window _ .\n\n<options>:\nA because the light in the room is dim\nB so that you can breathe the fresh air\nC so that you can let some warm air in\nD so that you can have a good view from it\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nKuala Lumpur is an exciting capital city in Malaysia. Here are the top 4 budget hotels there:\nThe Chinatown Inn (About $30 per night)\nJust a block from the railway station, located in Chinatown's open market. It has clean beds, central air conditioning, hot water for coffee and tea, and a hall with a big screen TV. Wi-Fi is good on the first 4 floors, but a little weak on Floor 5. Many guests like the Chinatown Inn. Their complaint is that the air condition is too cold, so make sure you get a room with a window. You can open it to let some warmth in.\nAncasa Express (About $45 per night).\nThe hotel is above the sky-train station. That makes it convenient to get to other parts of the city. From the station, take the elevator to the 5th floor to reach the hotel lobby . The rooms are clean and nice. There is a flat screen TV, the strongest Wi-Fi, and a very hot rainfall shower. The guests' complaint is that the cafe is only open for breakfast and dinner, and not 24 hours.\nCentral Hotel (About $35 per night)\nThis hotel is just two blocks from the Central Station, which is the heart of all transportation in the city--buses, trains and sky-trains all meet here. Central is where the airport-link trains will take you to the airport. From Central you can walk 2 blocks to the beautiful Central Hotel, in which rooms are small but nice and clean, and have common Wi-Fi.\nOcean 77 (About $25 per night)\nOn Petaling Street in Chinatown, this brand new hotel is most spotlessly clean. There is a flat screen TV and good Wi-Fi in each room. The location is good, in the heart of the Petaling Street market. No cafe in the hotel, but many nearby on the street.\n\n<question>:\nIf a guest likes surfing the Net very much, which of the following would be his first choice?\n\n<options>:\nA Ancasa Express\nB Central Hotel.\nC Ocean 77.\nD The Chinatown Inn.\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nKuala Lumpur is an exciting capital city in Malaysia. Here are the top 4 budget hotels there:\nThe Chinatown Inn (About $30 per night)\nJust a block from the railway station, located in Chinatown's open market. It has clean beds, central air conditioning, hot water for coffee and tea, and a hall with a big screen TV. Wi-Fi is good on the first 4 floors, but a little weak on Floor 5. Many guests like the Chinatown Inn. Their complaint is that the air condition is too cold, so make sure you get a room with a window. You can open it to let some warmth in.\nAncasa Express (About $45 per night).\nThe hotel is above the sky-train station. That makes it convenient to get to other parts of the city. From the station, take the elevator to the 5th floor to reach the hotel lobby . The rooms are clean and nice. There is a flat screen TV, the strongest Wi-Fi, and a very hot rainfall shower. The guests' complaint is that the cafe is only open for breakfast and dinner, and not 24 hours.\nCentral Hotel (About $35 per night)\nThis hotel is just two blocks from the Central Station, which is the heart of all transportation in the city--buses, trains and sky-trains all meet here. Central is where the airport-link trains will take you to the airport. From Central you can walk 2 blocks to the beautiful Central Hotel, in which rooms are small but nice and clean, and have common Wi-Fi.\nOcean 77 (About $25 per night)\nOn Petaling Street in Chinatown, this brand new hotel is most spotlessly clean. There is a flat screen TV and good Wi-Fi in each room. The location is good, in the heart of the Petaling Street market. No cafe in the hotel, but many nearby on the street.\n\n<question>:\nWhat is the unusual characteristic of Ocean 77?\n\n<options>:\nA It is the cheapest, newest and cleanest.\nB Its location is in the heart of the city.\nC It is located in the street in Chinatown.\nD There is a flat screen TV and good Wi-Fi.\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nKuala Lumpur is an exciting capital city in Malaysia. Here are the top 4 budget hotels there:\nThe Chinatown Inn (About $30 per night)\nJust a block from the railway station, located in Chinatown's open market. It has clean beds, central air conditioning, hot water for coffee and tea, and a hall with a big screen TV. Wi-Fi is good on the first 4 floors, but a little weak on Floor 5. Many guests like the Chinatown Inn. Their complaint is that the air condition is too cold, so make sure you get a room with a window. You can open it to let some warmth in.\nAncasa Express (About $45 per night).\nThe hotel is above the sky-train station. That makes it convenient to get to other parts of the city. From the station, take the elevator to the 5th floor to reach the hotel lobby . The rooms are clean and nice. There is a flat screen TV, the strongest Wi-Fi, and a very hot rainfall shower. The guests' complaint is that the cafe is only open for breakfast and dinner, and not 24 hours.\nCentral Hotel (About $35 per night)\nThis hotel is just two blocks from the Central Station, which is the heart of all transportation in the city--buses, trains and sky-trains all meet here. Central is where the airport-link trains will take you to the airport. From Central you can walk 2 blocks to the beautiful Central Hotel, in which rooms are small but nice and clean, and have common Wi-Fi.\nOcean 77 (About $25 per night)\nOn Petaling Street in Chinatown, this brand new hotel is most spotlessly clean. There is a flat screen TV and good Wi-Fi in each room. The location is good, in the heart of the Petaling Street market. No cafe in the hotel, but many nearby on the street.\n\n<question>:\nWhat can we learn from this passage?\n\n<options>:\nA Wi-Fi in the Chinatown Inn is good in each room.\nB Only one of the four hotels is air-conditioned.\nC The cafe in Ancasa Express is open all day long.\nD Central Hotel is in the heart of all transportation.\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nAudrey Hepburn (.)won an Academy Award as Best Actress for her first major American movie, Roman Holiday, which was released in 1953. But she is remembered as much for her aid work as for her acting.\nBorn in Belgium in 1929, Audrey's father was British and her mother was Dutch.\nAudrey was sent to live at a British school for part of her childhood. During World War\nII, she lived and studied in the Netherlands. Her mother thought it would be safe from German attacks. Audrey studied dance as a teenager and when she returned to London after the war. But she realized she wasn't going to be a ballerina .So she began taking acting parts in stage shows. Later she began to get small parts in movies.\nBut it was Audrey Hepburn's move to America that brought her true fame. In 1951 she played the character \"Gigi\" in the Broadway play of the same name to great critical praise. Two years later, Roman Holiday made her a star at the age of 24.\nAudrey made more than 25 movies. Among her most popular roles was Holly Golightly in Breakfast at Tiffany's in 1961. Three years later, she played Eliza Doolittle in My Fair Lady.\nShe was married twice. In 1989, the UN Children's Fund named Audrey a goodwill ambassador. She travelled all over the world in support of UNICEF projects. She often gave 15 interviews a day to gain money and support for UNICEF projects.\nAudrey Hepburn often said her loyalty to UNICEF was the result of her experiences as a child during World War U. She said she knew what it was like to be starving and to be saved by international aid. She was a goodwill ambassador until her death in 1993 from colon cancer.\n\n<question>:\nThe reason why Audrey lived and studied in the Netherlands was that _ .\n\n<options>:\nA the education there was excellent\nB her parents were from Britain\nC it was safe there\nD she wanted to be a ballerina\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nAudrey Hepburn (.)won an Academy Award as Best Actress for her first major American movie, Roman Holiday, which was released in 1953. But she is remembered as much for her aid work as for her acting.\nBorn in Belgium in 1929, Audrey's father was British and her mother was Dutch.\nAudrey was sent to live at a British school for part of her childhood. During World War\nII, she lived and studied in the Netherlands. Her mother thought it would be safe from German attacks. Audrey studied dance as a teenager and when she returned to London after the war. But she realized she wasn't going to be a ballerina .So she began taking acting parts in stage shows. Later she began to get small parts in movies.\nBut it was Audrey Hepburn's move to America that brought her true fame. In 1951 she played the character \"Gigi\" in the Broadway play of the same name to great critical praise. Two years later, Roman Holiday made her a star at the age of 24.\nAudrey made more than 25 movies. Among her most popular roles was Holly Golightly in Breakfast at Tiffany's in 1961. Three years later, she played Eliza Doolittle in My Fair Lady.\nShe was married twice. In 1989, the UN Children's Fund named Audrey a goodwill ambassador. She travelled all over the world in support of UNICEF projects. She often gave 15 interviews a day to gain money and support for UNICEF projects.\nAudrey Hepburn often said her loyalty to UNICEF was the result of her experiences as a child during World War U. She said she knew what it was like to be starving and to be saved by international aid. She was a goodwill ambassador until her death in 1993 from colon cancer.\n\n<question>:\n_ is NOT mentioned in the passage about Audrey Hepburn.\n\n<options>:\nA Marriage\nB Identity\nC Contribution\nD Religion\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nYou need to be of a certain age to understand why so many people in Hollywood are caring about the possible closing down of Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer .For the past 40 years, its output has been good, but now it is on the ropes, with debts of $ 3.7 billion and will have to sell off its most valuable assets.\nIn its golden time, MGM stood for something.If Warner Brothers meant social dramas and gangster movies, and Disney meant cartoon films, then MGM was healthy fantasy.This business model found its most glorious expression in its musicals of the post-war era.It also featured such many famous stars as Fred Astaire, Frank Sinatra, Gene Kelly and Judy Garland.\nBut MGM had always put its hopes on the quality of stars it could attract.From the time MGM became a company in 1924, the studio and his associate proved themselves good at creating big names.\nFor 35 years, this worked well enough, but the growing power of television disturbed Hollywood.MGM continued to throw money into making gorgeous-looking musicals, but despite some big successes audiences gradually started to drift away.Throughout the sixties, MGM's decline set in.Things went from bad to worse.In 1973, MGM stopped distributing its own films.Since then, the Lion's roar has been reduced to a whimper .\nHow far MGM has fallen can be shown by its recent releases.This was a studio that for years offered a reliable supply of first-class films.Yet last year its total output was three.To make it worse, all were co-produced with other studios.And this year? Only one so far, and maybe the last.\nWhat now? MGM will probably be sold, though recent buyers have been cautious about a price thought to be around $ 2 billion.\n\n<question>:\nWhat can we learn about MGM from the text?\n\n<options>:\nA It has been sold out for around $ 2 billion.\nB The Internet was a factor causing its decline.\nC It only produced three films by itself last year.\nD It made a wrong decision for its development.\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nOn her first day back at school in August, Stephanie Hughes, a teenage student, was sent to the principal's office at Woodford County High School in Kentucky, US and her mom was called to school.\nShe had made a \"huge\" mistake-at least in the eyes of the school-by wearing a top that showed her collarbone . It was against the school's _ .\n\"This is ridiculous!\" Stacie Dunn, Hughes's mom, wrote on the social media site Facebook. \"Something needs to change!\"\nThe incident has become an Internet sensation. Across the US, schools like Woodford are being criticized for their dress codes. Some say the rules are especially unfair to young women.\nOver half of US public schools have a dress code, and they are often different for girls and boys, according to the National Center for Education Statistics in the US. Some dress codes, for example, ban skirts and ask for pants to be at least knee-length.\nSome have pointed out that these rules are mostly for female students. Women's clothes are usually cut to be more fitted and shorter, while men's clothes are longer and looser. In practice, more women will be caught breaking dress codes. The New York Post reported that last year, one school in Staten Island, New York gave 200 dress code detentions in two weeks-90 percent of which went to female students.\nSome school administrators say they simply want students to dress professionally to prepare students for their future careers. But others have told female students that their clothes present a \"distraction\" to male students. That idea is being criticized.\nThe \"distraction\" argument is unfair to women, critics say. It suggests that exposed skin means that you want criticism or sexual advances.\n\"These dress codes mean that girls are getting very clear messages that men have a right to your body in public spaces and it's socially acceptable, but you will be punished,\" Laura Bates, a co-founder of the Everyday Sexism Project, a project that aims to promote equality between men and women, told The Atlantic.\nSome students have taken action to change the situation. They have started online campaigns and made short films to build public support.\nCertain schools have now chosen to think again about their dress codes with parents and students. Even Woodford County High School-home of the \"collarbone\" ban-is thinking again about its policies. But, at least for now, the dress code debate is far from over.\n\n<question>:\nWhat does Stacie Dunn think is \"ridiculous\"?\n\n<options>:\nA Her daughter making big mistakes in class.\nB Showing collarbones being considered a huge mistake.\nC Sharing the incident on Facebook.\nD Being called in to school.\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nOn her first day back at school in August, Stephanie Hughes, a teenage student, was sent to the principal's office at Woodford County High School in Kentucky, US and her mom was called to school.\nShe had made a \"huge\" mistake-at least in the eyes of the school-by wearing a top that showed her collarbone . It was against the school's _ .\n\"This is ridiculous!\" Stacie Dunn, Hughes's mom, wrote on the social media site Facebook. \"Something needs to change!\"\nThe incident has become an Internet sensation. Across the US, schools like Woodford are being criticized for their dress codes. Some say the rules are especially unfair to young women.\nOver half of US public schools have a dress code, and they are often different for girls and boys, according to the National Center for Education Statistics in the US. Some dress codes, for example, ban skirts and ask for pants to be at least knee-length.\nSome have pointed out that these rules are mostly for female students. Women's clothes are usually cut to be more fitted and shorter, while men's clothes are longer and looser. In practice, more women will be caught breaking dress codes. The New York Post reported that last year, one school in Staten Island, New York gave 200 dress code detentions in two weeks-90 percent of which went to female students.\nSome school administrators say they simply want students to dress professionally to prepare students for their future careers. But others have told female students that their clothes present a \"distraction\" to male students. That idea is being criticized.\nThe \"distraction\" argument is unfair to women, critics say. It suggests that exposed skin means that you want criticism or sexual advances.\n\"These dress codes mean that girls are getting very clear messages that men have a right to your body in public spaces and it's socially acceptable, but you will be punished,\" Laura Bates, a co-founder of the Everyday Sexism Project, a project that aims to promote equality between men and women, told The Atlantic.\nSome students have taken action to change the situation. They have started online campaigns and made short films to build public support.\nCertain schools have now chosen to think again about their dress codes with parents and students. Even Woodford County High School-home of the \"collarbone\" ban-is thinking again about its policies. But, at least for now, the dress code debate is far from over.\n\n<question>:\nThe dress code debate has led to _ , according to the article.\n\n<options>:\nA many students ignoring their school dress codes\nB students starting online debates and campaigns about the incident\nC some schools reconsidering their policies with parents and students\nD public support of more discussions about equality between men and women\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nPeople around the world drink about 180 billion liters of soda a year. That translates to more than 29 liters per person. Experts say the amount of carbonated soft drinks we consume is growing. New research from the American Heart Association finds that drinking soda, even diet soda, may significantly increase your risk for heart disease. Dr. Ramachandran Vasan led the study. \"Drinking just one or more sodas a day may not be as innocuous as people think.\"\nIn a large study of 9,000 people, doctors discovered that those who drank one or more sodas a day had a 30% increased risk for obesity , a 25% increase in the risk for abnormal blood sugar levels, and a 32% increase in the odds of having low levels of good cholesterol . \nAll of these factors increase the risk for heart disease. And there was no difference in the results for those who drank diet soda over regular soda. It's something that surprised even the researchers. \nCritics of the study say diet soda may not be the cause of increased risk of heart disease. Connie Diekman is president of the American Dietetic Association. \"It does not conclusively say that this will cause that.\"\nIn other words, it could be that unhealthy people like soda. Dr. Vasan found those who drink soda generally tend to have greater caloric intake. They eat more saturated fat and trans fats. They also eat less fiber and exercise less. Diet soda drinkers may also share this unhealthy lifestyle. Dr. Vasan agrees that the link he found between heart disease risk and diet soda needs additional study.\n\n<question>:\nAccording to the study, which of the following is true?\n\n<options>:\nA Only people who overdrink sodas have high risk for heart disease.\nB In the study, about one quarter of people have high blood level.\nC Both regular and diet sodas can probably increase the risk for heart disease.\nD Dr. Vasan is the leader of the American Heart Association.\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nPeople around the world drink about 180 billion liters of soda a year. That translates to more than 29 liters per person. Experts say the amount of carbonated soft drinks we consume is growing. New research from the American Heart Association finds that drinking soda, even diet soda, may significantly increase your risk for heart disease. Dr. Ramachandran Vasan led the study. \"Drinking just one or more sodas a day may not be as innocuous as people think.\"\nIn a large study of 9,000 people, doctors discovered that those who drank one or more sodas a day had a 30% increased risk for obesity , a 25% increase in the risk for abnormal blood sugar levels, and a 32% increase in the odds of having low levels of good cholesterol . \nAll of these factors increase the risk for heart disease. And there was no difference in the results for those who drank diet soda over regular soda. It's something that surprised even the researchers. \nCritics of the study say diet soda may not be the cause of increased risk of heart disease. Connie Diekman is president of the American Dietetic Association. \"It does not conclusively say that this will cause that.\"\nIn other words, it could be that unhealthy people like soda. Dr. Vasan found those who drink soda generally tend to have greater caloric intake. They eat more saturated fat and trans fats. They also eat less fiber and exercise less. Diet soda drinkers may also share this unhealthy lifestyle. Dr. Vasan agrees that the link he found between heart disease risk and diet soda needs additional study.\n\n<question>:\nWhat can be inferred from the passage above?\n\n<options>:\nA All the experts agree with the results of the study.\nB Sodas of any kind are certain to increase the risk for heart disease.\nC People have expected the results of the research.\nD More studies are needed to prove the results.\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nNowadays, Chinese love to consume TV shows, particularly American TV shows. Some shows have become especially popular for certain reasons. When you meet Chinese people, try to mention these shows to strike up a conversation with them, as it is likely that they are fans of these shows.\n1. The Big Bang Theory\nTalk to any young Chinese person, and chances are that they are crazy about the lives of Sheldon, Raj, Howard, and Leonard. Many viewers describe themselves as in love with Sheldon, and they appreciate the science jokes and content on the show. People admire the young geniuses on the show and the large amount of funny jokes, but also recognizes the show's message that being smart isn't everything in life. The university lifestyle _ on the show and the friendships and witty arguments between the main characters are especially attractive to Chinese audiences.\n2. House of Cards\nChina is ridding itself of corruption today. It's no surprise, then, that a thrilling and brilliant drama about political corruption currently catches on in China. China is the top country where the show is being wildly pirated on Chinese websites. The Chinese government has also featured prominently on the show. Even high-ranking Chinese political officials have been known to watch religiously this show and keep up with the exploits of Frank Underwood. Some Chinese politicians consider Underwood as a role model, fans create special videos to honor the show, and many viewers like to learn about American politics and society from the show, even though what they learn from the show may not be totally accurate. It's interesting to wonder what a Chinese version of this show would be like.\n3. Gossip Girl\nChina has become much wealthier in the last several decades, and people across the world always like to observe rich people's lives and imagine themselves being rich as well. Like the Chinese movie series Tiny Times, Gossip Girl rose to fame in China because Chinese viewers enjoyed watching the lives of rich Westerners and living wealthily through the characters. Many Chinese fans also admired the romance between Chuck and Blair, and strongly supported them getting married. The show is full of passionate love affairs, pleasant young people, and brilliant drama that fascinated Chinese audiences.\n4. Two Broke Girls\nMany young Chinese viewers like following the struggles of Max and Caroline as they attempt to earn money and build their own cupcake business. This show has become extremely popular in China and is frequently downloaded online. One reason why this sitcom has been successful in China is that for many Chinese who are young like Max and Caroline, they must deal with the same problems in life. Finding work and earning enough money to join the middle class is difficult for many Chinese people today. The Chinese TV show WoJu shows a family working to save money for an apartment and dealing with many situations caused by poverty, wealth, and greed. Young Chinese work extremely hard to earn enough money to buy cars, homes, and find someone to marry, and they can easily sympathize with characters living in poverty and working towards similar goals.\n\n<question>:\nPara 1 suggests that _ .\n\n<options>:\nA China has been open to America\nB American movie industry develops well\nC American shows are very popular in China\nD Chinese enjoy talking about American shows\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nHow much do you hate waiting for another beer in a crowded bar? Josh Goodman invented a pretty obvious solution --self-service beer taps. Goodman, 36, recalled the exact moment in late 2008 when his frustration _ \"I was hanging out with my friends at a Baltimore sports bar before an Orioles game,\" he said. \"We just couldn't get another beer served to us quickly.\"\nEven more than annoyed, Goodman was struck by how much money the bar must be losing. Almost immediately, he got to work on a self-service beer concept. Within a few months, Goodman had launched Pour My Beer in Chicago (where he'd relocated to be with his wife).\nHe invested $20,000 of his own funds and partnered with a U.S. manufacturer to make beer tables with two to four self-service taps. In February 2009, Goodman landed his first client : A Baltimore tavern. He spent the next two years growing the business and adding more bars and restaurants. In 2011, Pour My Beer introduced self-service \"beer walls,\" which let people pour their own beer from taps on a wall.\nPour My Beer has expanded to over 200 restaurants and bars in 28 states and Canada. The concept will roll out in Chicago's O'Hare International Airport this week and in Italy and Brazil later this year. The tables start at $4,000 and the beer walls cost as much as $16,000. It generated more than $400,000 in sales in 2013 and doubled that in 2014. Goodman expects to take in close to $2 million in revenue this year(2015) --which would make it the company's first profitable year. \"Our business customers tell us that they've cut down on waste and they're selling twice as much beer on average,\" said Goodman.\n\n<question>:\nJosh Goodman decided to invent the self-service beer taps when _ .\n\n<options>:\nA His friends advised him to do so.\nB He realized the loss in waiting for beers.\nC He set up Pour My Beer in Chicago.\nD His company started to make profits.\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nHow much do you hate waiting for another beer in a crowded bar? Josh Goodman invented a pretty obvious solution --self-service beer taps. Goodman, 36, recalled the exact moment in late 2008 when his frustration _ \"I was hanging out with my friends at a Baltimore sports bar before an Orioles game,\" he said. \"We just couldn't get another beer served to us quickly.\"\nEven more than annoyed, Goodman was struck by how much money the bar must be losing. Almost immediately, he got to work on a self-service beer concept. Within a few months, Goodman had launched Pour My Beer in Chicago (where he'd relocated to be with his wife).\nHe invested $20,000 of his own funds and partnered with a U.S. manufacturer to make beer tables with two to four self-service taps. In February 2009, Goodman landed his first client : A Baltimore tavern. He spent the next two years growing the business and adding more bars and restaurants. In 2011, Pour My Beer introduced self-service \"beer walls,\" which let people pour their own beer from taps on a wall.\nPour My Beer has expanded to over 200 restaurants and bars in 28 states and Canada. The concept will roll out in Chicago's O'Hare International Airport this week and in Italy and Brazil later this year. The tables start at $4,000 and the beer walls cost as much as $16,000. It generated more than $400,000 in sales in 2013 and doubled that in 2014. Goodman expects to take in close to $2 million in revenue this year(2015) --which would make it the company's first profitable year. \"Our business customers tell us that they've cut down on waste and they're selling twice as much beer on average,\" said Goodman.\n\n<question>:\nWhat can we infer from the passage?\n\n<options>:\nA Goodman was a businessman before he invented the self-service beer taps.\nB Pour My Beer has expanded to over 200 restaurants in 28 states and Australia.\nC Goodman did his business all by himself at first.\nD Goodman's company will make more profits in the future.\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nHow much do you hate waiting for another beer in a crowded bar? Josh Goodman invented a pretty obvious solution --self-service beer taps. Goodman, 36, recalled the exact moment in late 2008 when his frustration _ \"I was hanging out with my friends at a Baltimore sports bar before an Orioles game,\" he said. \"We just couldn't get another beer served to us quickly.\"\nEven more than annoyed, Goodman was struck by how much money the bar must be losing. Almost immediately, he got to work on a self-service beer concept. Within a few months, Goodman had launched Pour My Beer in Chicago (where he'd relocated to be with his wife).\nHe invested $20,000 of his own funds and partnered with a U.S. manufacturer to make beer tables with two to four self-service taps. In February 2009, Goodman landed his first client : A Baltimore tavern. He spent the next two years growing the business and adding more bars and restaurants. In 2011, Pour My Beer introduced self-service \"beer walls,\" which let people pour their own beer from taps on a wall.\nPour My Beer has expanded to over 200 restaurants and bars in 28 states and Canada. The concept will roll out in Chicago's O'Hare International Airport this week and in Italy and Brazil later this year. The tables start at $4,000 and the beer walls cost as much as $16,000. It generated more than $400,000 in sales in 2013 and doubled that in 2014. Goodman expects to take in close to $2 million in revenue this year(2015) --which would make it the company's first profitable year. \"Our business customers tell us that they've cut down on waste and they're selling twice as much beer on average,\" said Goodman.\n\n<question>:\nWhich of the following can best describe Josh Goodman?\n\n<options>:\nA far-sighted\nB strong-willed\nC kind-hearted\nD bad-tempered\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nBars are very important in providing a place where people can meet and make friends. People who enjoy a drink in a local bar are happier and have more friends. They are more likely to be engaged in conversations in small community pubs, and social skills improve after a drink.\nProfessor Robin Dunbar of Oxford University said, \"Friendship and communities are probably the two most important factors influencing our health and well-being. Making and maintaining friendships is something that has to be done in the real world. The digital world is simply no substitute(n.). Given the increasing tendency for our social life to be on the Internet rather than in real life, having relaxed, accessible places where people can meet old friends and make new ones becomes even more necessary.\"\nTim Page, chief executive of CAMRA, said, \"Bars offer a social environment to enjoy a drink with friends in a responsible community setting. The role of community bars in ensuring well-being cannot be overstated. For that reason, we all need to do what we can to ensure that everyone has a 'local' near to where they live or work.\"\nBars have long been part of British society and have played a key role in British social life since the 16thcentury. Bars came to represent the heart and soul of a community, providing both a place of entertainment and an engine for community bonding. In a world before the arrival of the motor car, the bar provided a venue in which people could get friendships and a sense of community.\nBut the closing decades of the 20th century witnessed major changes in both the style of bars (for example, themed bars) and their numbers. As of 2015, the number of bars declines sharply, with bars continuing to close at an average rate of 29 a week.\n\n<question>:\nWhat does a regular(n.) at a local bar having more friends prove?\n\n<options>:\nA The benefits brought by pub cultures\nB The popularity of local bars in Britain.\nC The relation between friendships and bars\nD The importance of face-to-face communication.\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nBars are very important in providing a place where people can meet and make friends. People who enjoy a drink in a local bar are happier and have more friends. They are more likely to be engaged in conversations in small community pubs, and social skills improve after a drink.\nProfessor Robin Dunbar of Oxford University said, \"Friendship and communities are probably the two most important factors influencing our health and well-being. Making and maintaining friendships is something that has to be done in the real world. The digital world is simply no substitute(n.). Given the increasing tendency for our social life to be on the Internet rather than in real life, having relaxed, accessible places where people can meet old friends and make new ones becomes even more necessary.\"\nTim Page, chief executive of CAMRA, said, \"Bars offer a social environment to enjoy a drink with friends in a responsible community setting. The role of community bars in ensuring well-being cannot be overstated. For that reason, we all need to do what we can to ensure that everyone has a 'local' near to where they live or work.\"\nBars have long been part of British society and have played a key role in British social life since the 16thcentury. Bars came to represent the heart and soul of a community, providing both a place of entertainment and an engine for community bonding. In a world before the arrival of the motor car, the bar provided a venue in which people could get friendships and a sense of community.\nBut the closing decades of the 20th century witnessed major changes in both the style of bars (for example, themed bars) and their numbers. As of 2015, the number of bars declines sharply, with bars continuing to close at an average rate of 29 a week.\n\n<question>:\nWhat does Robin think is the tendency for social life?\n\n<options>:\nA More people will go to bars.\nB People will maintain friendships\nC People will trust the digital world\nD People will communicate more online.\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nHave you ever heard the old saying ,\"Never judge a book by its cover\" ?This is a good rule to follow when trying to judge the intelligence of others. Some people have minds that shine only in certain situations. A young people with an unusual gift in writing may find himself speechless in the presence of a pretty girl when he speaks. He may not be able to find the right words. But don't make mistake of thinking him stupid, with a pen and a paper, he can express himself better than anybody .\nOther people may fool you into overestimating their intelligence by putting up a good front. A student who listens attentively and takes notes in class is sure to make a favorable impression on his teachers. But when it comes to exams, he may score near the bottom of the class .\nIt all boils down to this: you can't judge someone by appearance. The only way to determine a person's intelligence is to get to know him. Then you can see how he reacts to different situations. The more situation you see, the better your judgment is likely to be. So take your time. Don't judge a book by its cover .\n\n<question>:\nThe passage suggests that _ .\n\n<options>:\nA a good writer may not be a good speaker\nB a good writer is always a good speaker\nC a speechless person always writes well\nD a good writer will find himself speechless\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nIn modern society, receiving systematic college education seems a necessary way for success as a graduate from first-class university may always get more opportunities than others. However, if it is gold, it will shine one day. In this article, we will get to know three most successful people in U.S. who never finished their college education. Following experiences of these successful _ s may give you some inspiration.\n1. Bill Gates\nHarvard's campus paper \"Harvard Crimson\" called Bill Gates \"Harvard's most successful dropout,\" while the rest of the world preferred to name him \"the world's richest man\" for more than a decade. Now, even not on the top, he is still among the list of the world's wealthiest people.Gates entered Harvard in the fall of 1973. Two years later, he dropped out to found Microsoft with friend Paul Allen. And in 2007, he finally received an honorary doctorate from Harvard.\n2. Steve Jobs\nThe iPad, even Buzz Lightyear probably wouldn't have existed if Steve Jobs stayed in school. Because his family couldn't afford his college education, Jobs had to drop out of Reed College just after entering for 6 months. Then he found Apple, NeXT Computer and Pixar, which had made great influences on development of modern technique and culture. However, this wizard thought that his brief college education was not worthless.\n3. Frank Lloyd Wright\nAs the America's most celebrated architect, Wright spent more time on designing colleges rather than attending classes in them. Once spent one year in the University of Wisconsin-Madison, then he left for Chicago and started to learn from Louis Sullivan, the \"father of modernism.\" Wright' s splendid resume included more than 500 works, most famous of which are Fallingwater and New York City's Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum.\n\n<question>:\nAccording to the writer, Bill Gates _ .\n\n<options>:\nA is richer than any other man in the world\nB is well-known in Harvard University\nC finally finished his study at Harvard and got a doctorate degree\nD is the only founder of Microsoft\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nIn modern society, receiving systematic college education seems a necessary way for success as a graduate from first-class university may always get more opportunities than others. However, if it is gold, it will shine one day. In this article, we will get to know three most successful people in U.S. who never finished their college education. Following experiences of these successful _ s may give you some inspiration.\n1. Bill Gates\nHarvard's campus paper \"Harvard Crimson\" called Bill Gates \"Harvard's most successful dropout,\" while the rest of the world preferred to name him \"the world's richest man\" for more than a decade. Now, even not on the top, he is still among the list of the world's wealthiest people.Gates entered Harvard in the fall of 1973. Two years later, he dropped out to found Microsoft with friend Paul Allen. And in 2007, he finally received an honorary doctorate from Harvard.\n2. Steve Jobs\nThe iPad, even Buzz Lightyear probably wouldn't have existed if Steve Jobs stayed in school. Because his family couldn't afford his college education, Jobs had to drop out of Reed College just after entering for 6 months. Then he found Apple, NeXT Computer and Pixar, which had made great influences on development of modern technique and culture. However, this wizard thought that his brief college education was not worthless.\n3. Frank Lloyd Wright\nAs the America's most celebrated architect, Wright spent more time on designing colleges rather than attending classes in them. Once spent one year in the University of Wisconsin-Madison, then he left for Chicago and started to learn from Louis Sullivan, the \"father of modernism.\" Wright' s splendid resume included more than 500 works, most famous of which are Fallingwater and New York City's Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum.\n\n<question>:\nWhat does the author want to tell us in this passage?\n\n<options>:\nA Successful people often have unordinary life experience.\nB College education is not so important to one's success.\nC People from poor families are more likely to give up their college education.\nD Even without college education, one can still achieve success with one's hard work.\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nWhile their jobs may not be providing them with great excitement, respondents of the Win2000 Salary Survey are saying that they are pretty pleased with their current positions. In fact almost three-quarters of them report a modest to more than average sense of job satisfaction and a little more than ten percent say they are \"very satisfied\" with their work. So why then does an overwhelming majority of this contented group also report that they are considering changing jobs?\nThe easy and most popular theory says that it's all about the money. IT professionals with highly-prized skills in a very tight job market play salary-stick-em-up by raising their salary demands with each job hop. But this theory calls for a closer look. According to a recent Gartner Group IT market study, enterprises that are experiencing high rates of turnover on average actually offer higher salaries. The Gartner study cites \"lack of career development opportunities\" as the single most reported reason employees leave companies.\nMark Pecoraro, president and CEOof SuccessFactors.com, a workforce management firm, tends to agree: \"One of the things we see is the strong desire of these professionals to keep on the cutting edge. These employees are taking control of building their knowledge toolsets and essentially writing their own career tickets.\"\n\"INDUS Corporation, a Washington, D.C.-based IT firm, is a wonderful place to work,\" says SearchWin2000 salary survey respondent James Voorhees. Voorhees got his start in IT as an INDUS technical writer. Now, he works as a network administrator, crediting his employer for creating a work environment that let him develop the skills he needed in order to change careers. \n\"An important part of the company culture is an emphasis on employee satisfaction,\" Voorhees says, pointing to \"the company's willingness to let employees try new things ... which has given me several great opportunities to learn and gain experience in networking and software engineering.\"\nBut INDUS' success relies on a steady series of contract work. Voorhees believes that his status as an IT newbie makes him at risk if these contracts should dry up. As a result he has adopted a mindset that is ready to seize an outside opportunity if it should present itself.\n\n<question>:\nAccording to the Win2000 Salary survey, most of the respondents _ .\n\n<options>:\nA are considering switching their jobs\nB are disappointed at their incomes\nC are most satisfied with their work\nD are modest about themselves\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nWhile their jobs may not be providing them with great excitement, respondents of the Win2000 Salary Survey are saying that they are pretty pleased with their current positions. In fact almost three-quarters of them report a modest to more than average sense of job satisfaction and a little more than ten percent say they are \"very satisfied\" with their work. So why then does an overwhelming majority of this contented group also report that they are considering changing jobs?\nThe easy and most popular theory says that it's all about the money. IT professionals with highly-prized skills in a very tight job market play salary-stick-em-up by raising their salary demands with each job hop. But this theory calls for a closer look. According to a recent Gartner Group IT market study, enterprises that are experiencing high rates of turnover on average actually offer higher salaries. The Gartner study cites \"lack of career development opportunities\" as the single most reported reason employees leave companies.\nMark Pecoraro, president and CEOof SuccessFactors.com, a workforce management firm, tends to agree: \"One of the things we see is the strong desire of these professionals to keep on the cutting edge. These employees are taking control of building their knowledge toolsets and essentially writing their own career tickets.\"\n\"INDUS Corporation, a Washington, D.C.-based IT firm, is a wonderful place to work,\" says SearchWin2000 salary survey respondent James Voorhees. Voorhees got his start in IT as an INDUS technical writer. Now, he works as a network administrator, crediting his employer for creating a work environment that let him develop the skills he needed in order to change careers. \n\"An important part of the company culture is an emphasis on employee satisfaction,\" Voorhees says, pointing to \"the company's willingness to let employees try new things ... which has given me several great opportunities to learn and gain experience in networking and software engineering.\"\nBut INDUS' success relies on a steady series of contract work. Voorhees believes that his status as an IT newbie makes him at risk if these contracts should dry up. As a result he has adopted a mindset that is ready to seize an outside opportunity if it should present itself.\n\n<question>:\nThe author wrote this passage mainly to inform us that _ .\n\n<options>:\nA job hopping does not always lead to better salary\nB career development is the key to job satisfaction\nC well-trained professionals are most needed in the future\nD new technology will bring about better opportunities\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nOnline shoppers would rather receive an offer for a product or service than make their own offer3according to a study led by a Michigan State University scholar that has implications for the fast-growing e-commerce industry. The findings may come as a surprise given that shopping online is an anonymous process that seemingly can give consumers more confidence to drive a hard bargain,said Don Conlon ,Professor of Management in MSU's Broad College of Business.\nBut the study found that participants who made their own offers were less successful in sealing the deal and ,when they were successful?worried they overpaid Many shoppers found the process of researching an offer to be a hassle. \" Americans are very busy,and it's less time-consuming to be the one receiving the offer rather than the one proposing the offer \" Conlon said.uPeople tend to be happier when they're in the receiver role. \"\nOnline spending in the United States is expected to jump 45 percent in the next four years, from $ 226 billion this year to $ 327 billion in 2017,according to Forrester Research Inc. Nevertheless, researches into this prosperous market remain largely focused on the strategies of companies, rather than those oPS shoppers. Conlon's study is ,obviously, a rare exception.\nConlon got the idea for the study after considering the difference between two popular sites for hotels and airline flights, priceline.com, which takes bids, and hotwire.com ,which provides offers. Using these two models ,Conlon and his fellow researchers conducted a series of experiments with more than 850 people who were charged with booking a fictional hotel room and acquiring a fictional antique car. Not only did participants prefer to receive bids, Conlon said ,but they also secured more deals in that receiver role. Further ,when they had to make the bids ,they were left more mentally _ and regretful.\nFrom an industry perspective,putting customers in the receiver role may help fill more hotel rooms and airplane seats. \"If you're a business with a lot of products3\" Conlon said,\"you may want to be the one making the offers. \" However, when selling single items, such as an antique car, accepting bids may be a better option since that typically drives up the price, he said.\n\n<question>:\nWhat can we learn from Para. 1?\n\n<options>:\nA The result of the study gives customers more confidence.\nB Scholars aren't surprised at the findings of the study.\nC Online shoppers don't bargain as much as expected.\nD E-commerce industry drives more hard bargains.\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nOnline shoppers would rather receive an offer for a product or service than make their own offer3according to a study led by a Michigan State University scholar that has implications for the fast-growing e-commerce industry. The findings may come as a surprise given that shopping online is an anonymous process that seemingly can give consumers more confidence to drive a hard bargain,said Don Conlon ,Professor of Management in MSU's Broad College of Business.\nBut the study found that participants who made their own offers were less successful in sealing the deal and ,when they were successful?worried they overpaid Many shoppers found the process of researching an offer to be a hassle. \" Americans are very busy,and it's less time-consuming to be the one receiving the offer rather than the one proposing the offer \" Conlon said.uPeople tend to be happier when they're in the receiver role. \"\nOnline spending in the United States is expected to jump 45 percent in the next four years, from $ 226 billion this year to $ 327 billion in 2017,according to Forrester Research Inc. Nevertheless, researches into this prosperous market remain largely focused on the strategies of companies, rather than those oPS shoppers. Conlon's study is ,obviously, a rare exception.\nConlon got the idea for the study after considering the difference between two popular sites for hotels and airline flights, priceline.com, which takes bids, and hotwire.com ,which provides offers. Using these two models ,Conlon and his fellow researchers conducted a series of experiments with more than 850 people who were charged with booking a fictional hotel room and acquiring a fictional antique car. Not only did participants prefer to receive bids, Conlon said ,but they also secured more deals in that receiver role. Further ,when they had to make the bids ,they were left more mentally _ and regretful.\nFrom an industry perspective,putting customers in the receiver role may help fill more hotel rooms and airplane seats. \"If you're a business with a lot of products3\" Conlon said,\"you may want to be the one making the offers. \" However, when selling single items, such as an antique car, accepting bids may be a better option since that typically drives up the price, he said.\n\n<question>:\nIt can be concluded from Conlon's experiments that _ .\n\n<options>:\nA online shopping is time-consuming\nB given prices help promote online sales\nC online businesses provide a lot of products\nD receiving offers makes online shoppers regretful\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nOnline shoppers would rather receive an offer for a product or service than make their own offer3according to a study led by a Michigan State University scholar that has implications for the fast-growing e-commerce industry. The findings may come as a surprise given that shopping online is an anonymous process that seemingly can give consumers more confidence to drive a hard bargain,said Don Conlon ,Professor of Management in MSU's Broad College of Business.\nBut the study found that participants who made their own offers were less successful in sealing the deal and ,when they were successful?worried they overpaid Many shoppers found the process of researching an offer to be a hassle. \" Americans are very busy,and it's less time-consuming to be the one receiving the offer rather than the one proposing the offer \" Conlon said.uPeople tend to be happier when they're in the receiver role. \"\nOnline spending in the United States is expected to jump 45 percent in the next four years, from $ 226 billion this year to $ 327 billion in 2017,according to Forrester Research Inc. Nevertheless, researches into this prosperous market remain largely focused on the strategies of companies, rather than those oPS shoppers. Conlon's study is ,obviously, a rare exception.\nConlon got the idea for the study after considering the difference between two popular sites for hotels and airline flights, priceline.com, which takes bids, and hotwire.com ,which provides offers. Using these two models ,Conlon and his fellow researchers conducted a series of experiments with more than 850 people who were charged with booking a fictional hotel room and acquiring a fictional antique car. Not only did participants prefer to receive bids, Conlon said ,but they also secured more deals in that receiver role. Further ,when they had to make the bids ,they were left more mentally _ and regretful.\nFrom an industry perspective,putting customers in the receiver role may help fill more hotel rooms and airplane seats. \"If you're a business with a lot of products3\" Conlon said,\"you may want to be the one making the offers. \" However, when selling single items, such as an antique car, accepting bids may be a better option since that typically drives up the price, he said.\n\n<question>:\nThe passage is mainly about _ .\n\n<options>:\nA the big advantages of online shopping\nB the rapid development of online shopping\nC online shoppers' preference for taking offers\nD online companies strategies to improve service\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nRoma Pass Kit enables both tourists and interested local residents the opportunity to benefit from various discounts and services that make it easier and cheaper to enjoy the sights of Rome.\nFree entry to the first 2 visited museums and / or archaeological sites of your choice.\nConcessionary ticket to all other museums and / or archaeological sites visited thereafter.\nFree use of the city's public transport network.Valid until midnight of the third day inclusive that of the first validation for ATAC public transport within the territory of the Municipality of Rome.\nDiscounted tickets to exhibitions,events and other cooperating operators and businesses (Roma Pass Guide).\nTourist cultural services Roma Passe.\nAt the Colosseum a reserved turnstile is available for Roma Pass holders to get direct access to the monument.\nIn the kit:\nThe Roma Pass card:the card used to visit museums / archaeological sites and on the public transport system as described above.\nRoma MAP:A map with all the Tourist Information Points,Metro stations,museums and other sites of interest;\nRoma Pass Guide:the list of under agreement museums/sites.and the list of all the partners of the Roma Pass which offer discounts to card holders;\nRoma Passe:the card with the App activation code to download the best of the city.\nHow to use it:\nThe overleaf form must be filled with name,surname and validation date.\nThe card is valid for three days and is activated at the time of the first entry to the museums/sites,and/or at the first journey on public transport,up until midnight of the third day, including the day of the activation.\nIt must be produced along with your identity papers when required by the staff in charge.\nPlease note that most museums generally are closed on Mondays (with the exception of the Colosseum and the Baths of Caracalla).Almost all the museums normally are closed on December 25 , January l and May l too.We advise you to check in advance.\n\n<question>:\nWith Roma Pass you can enjoy _ .\n\n<options>:\nA reserved access to 2 sites\nB free entry to any museums\nC free use of ATAC within Italy\nD discounts for certain exhibitions\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nRoma Pass Kit enables both tourists and interested local residents the opportunity to benefit from various discounts and services that make it easier and cheaper to enjoy the sights of Rome.\nFree entry to the first 2 visited museums and / or archaeological sites of your choice.\nConcessionary ticket to all other museums and / or archaeological sites visited thereafter.\nFree use of the city's public transport network.Valid until midnight of the third day inclusive that of the first validation for ATAC public transport within the territory of the Municipality of Rome.\nDiscounted tickets to exhibitions,events and other cooperating operators and businesses (Roma Pass Guide).\nTourist cultural services Roma Passe.\nAt the Colosseum a reserved turnstile is available for Roma Pass holders to get direct access to the monument.\nIn the kit:\nThe Roma Pass card:the card used to visit museums / archaeological sites and on the public transport system as described above.\nRoma MAP:A map with all the Tourist Information Points,Metro stations,museums and other sites of interest;\nRoma Pass Guide:the list of under agreement museums/sites.and the list of all the partners of the Roma Pass which offer discounts to card holders;\nRoma Passe:the card with the App activation code to download the best of the city.\nHow to use it:\nThe overleaf form must be filled with name,surname and validation date.\nThe card is valid for three days and is activated at the time of the first entry to the museums/sites,and/or at the first journey on public transport,up until midnight of the third day, including the day of the activation.\nIt must be produced along with your identity papers when required by the staff in charge.\nPlease note that most museums generally are closed on Mondays (with the exception of the Colosseum and the Baths of Caracalla).Almost all the museums normally are closed on December 25 , January l and May l too.We advise you to check in advance.\n\n<question>:\nWhen using the Roma Pass card,you must bring your _ .\n\n<options>:\nA activation code\nB ID document\nC purchase receipt\nD Roma Pass Guide\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nRoma Pass Kit enables both tourists and interested local residents the opportunity to benefit from various discounts and services that make it easier and cheaper to enjoy the sights of Rome.\nFree entry to the first 2 visited museums and / or archaeological sites of your choice.\nConcessionary ticket to all other museums and / or archaeological sites visited thereafter.\nFree use of the city's public transport network.Valid until midnight of the third day inclusive that of the first validation for ATAC public transport within the territory of the Municipality of Rome.\nDiscounted tickets to exhibitions,events and other cooperating operators and businesses (Roma Pass Guide).\nTourist cultural services Roma Passe.\nAt the Colosseum a reserved turnstile is available for Roma Pass holders to get direct access to the monument.\nIn the kit:\nThe Roma Pass card:the card used to visit museums / archaeological sites and on the public transport system as described above.\nRoma MAP:A map with all the Tourist Information Points,Metro stations,museums and other sites of interest;\nRoma Pass Guide:the list of under agreement museums/sites.and the list of all the partners of the Roma Pass which offer discounts to card holders;\nRoma Passe:the card with the App activation code to download the best of the city.\nHow to use it:\nThe overleaf form must be filled with name,surname and validation date.\nThe card is valid for three days and is activated at the time of the first entry to the museums/sites,and/or at the first journey on public transport,up until midnight of the third day, including the day of the activation.\nIt must be produced along with your identity papers when required by the staff in charge.\nPlease note that most museums generally are closed on Mondays (with the exception of the Colosseum and the Baths of Caracalla).Almost all the museums normally are closed on December 25 , January l and May l too.We advise you to check in advance.\n\n<question>:\nWhere will you possibly find the passage?\n\n<options>:\nA In a tourist guide.\nB In a history textbook.\nC On a transport notice.\nD On a shopping list.\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nRoma Pass Kit enables both tourists and interested local residents the opportunity to benefit from various discounts and services that make it easier and cheaper to enjoy the sights of Rome.\nFree entry to the first 2 visited museums and / or archaeological sites of your choice.\nConcessionary ticket to all other museums and / or archaeological sites visited thereafter.\nFree use of the city's public transport network.Valid until midnight of the third day inclusive that of the first validation for ATAC public transport within the territory of the Municipality of Rome.\nDiscounted tickets to exhibitions,events and other cooperating operators and businesses (Roma Pass Guide).\nTourist cultural services Roma Passe.\nAt the Colosseum a reserved turnstile is available for Roma Pass holders to get direct access to the monument.\nIn the kit:\nThe Roma Pass card:the card used to visit museums / archaeological sites and on the public transport system as described above.\nRoma MAP:A map with all the Tourist Information Points,Metro stations,museums and other sites of interest;\nRoma Pass Guide:the list of under agreement museums/sites.and the list of all the partners of the Roma Pass which offer discounts to card holders;\nRoma Passe:the card with the App activation code to download the best of the city.\nHow to use it:\nThe overleaf form must be filled with name,surname and validation date.\nThe card is valid for three days and is activated at the time of the first entry to the museums/sites,and/or at the first journey on public transport,up until midnight of the third day, including the day of the activation.\nIt must be produced along with your identity papers when required by the staff in charge.\nPlease note that most museums generally are closed on Mondays (with the exception of the Colosseum and the Baths of Caracalla).Almost all the museums normally are closed on December 25 , January l and May l too.We advise you to check in advance.\n\n<question>:\nWhat can we learn from the passage?\n\n<options>:\nA The Roma Pass card is valid for at least 72 hours.\nB The Colosseum is not open to the public on Mondays.\nC Only foreign tourists are qualified to buy the Roma Pass.\nD You'd better avoid visiting Roma museums at Christmas.\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nThe average man who uses a telephone couldn't explain how a telephone works. He takes for granted the telephone, the railway train , the airplane, as our grandfathers took for granted the miracles of the gospels . He neither questions nor understands them. It is as though each of us investigated and _ only a tiny circle of facts. Knowledge outside the day's work is regarded by most men as a gewgaw .Still we are usually in reaction against our ignorance.We excite ourselves sometimes and think deeply.We enjoy thinking about anything at allabout life after death or about such questions as is said to have puzzled Aristotle.\"Why sneezing from noon to midnight was good,but from night to noon unlucky\".One of the greatest joys known to man is to take such a flight into ignorance in search of knowledge.The great pleasure of ignorance is.after all.the pleasure of asking questions.The man who has lost this pleasure or exchanged it for the pleasure of dogma ,which is the pleasure of answering,is already beginning to stiffen .One envies so inquisitive a man as Jewell,who sat down to the study of physiology in his sixties.Most of us have lost the sense of ignorance long before that age.We even become proud of our squirrel' store -house of knowledge and regard increasing age itself as a school of omniscience .We forget that Socrates was famous for wisdom not because he was Mr. know-all but because he realized at the age of seventy that he still knew nothing.\n\n<question>:\nFrom the passage we may infer that_.\n\n<options>:\nA the writer values those who often ask \"why\"\nB the writer regards these who like asking \"why\" are very silly\nC the writer is against the idea that one is never too old to learn\nD the writer is for the idea that one should know everything\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nThe average man who uses a telephone couldn't explain how a telephone works. He takes for granted the telephone, the railway train , the airplane, as our grandfathers took for granted the miracles of the gospels . He neither questions nor understands them. It is as though each of us investigated and _ only a tiny circle of facts. Knowledge outside the day's work is regarded by most men as a gewgaw .Still we are usually in reaction against our ignorance.We excite ourselves sometimes and think deeply.We enjoy thinking about anything at allabout life after death or about such questions as is said to have puzzled Aristotle.\"Why sneezing from noon to midnight was good,but from night to noon unlucky\".One of the greatest joys known to man is to take such a flight into ignorance in search of knowledge.The great pleasure of ignorance is.after all.the pleasure of asking questions.The man who has lost this pleasure or exchanged it for the pleasure of dogma ,which is the pleasure of answering,is already beginning to stiffen .One envies so inquisitive a man as Jewell,who sat down to the study of physiology in his sixties.Most of us have lost the sense of ignorance long before that age.We even become proud of our squirrel' store -house of knowledge and regard increasing age itself as a school of omniscience .We forget that Socrates was famous for wisdom not because he was Mr. know-all but because he realized at the age of seventy that he still knew nothing.\n\n<question>:\nFrom the passage we can see the most joyful the writer think is_.\n\n<options>:\nA to master useful knowledge\nB to know a great deal just as Socrates\nC to seek the truth\nD to learn at one's sixties\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nThe average man who uses a telephone couldn't explain how a telephone works. He takes for granted the telephone, the railway train , the airplane, as our grandfathers took for granted the miracles of the gospels . He neither questions nor understands them. It is as though each of us investigated and _ only a tiny circle of facts. Knowledge outside the day's work is regarded by most men as a gewgaw .Still we are usually in reaction against our ignorance.We excite ourselves sometimes and think deeply.We enjoy thinking about anything at allabout life after death or about such questions as is said to have puzzled Aristotle.\"Why sneezing from noon to midnight was good,but from night to noon unlucky\".One of the greatest joys known to man is to take such a flight into ignorance in search of knowledge.The great pleasure of ignorance is.after all.the pleasure of asking questions.The man who has lost this pleasure or exchanged it for the pleasure of dogma ,which is the pleasure of answering,is already beginning to stiffen .One envies so inquisitive a man as Jewell,who sat down to the study of physiology in his sixties.Most of us have lost the sense of ignorance long before that age.We even become proud of our squirrel' store -house of knowledge and regard increasing age itself as a school of omniscience .We forget that Socrates was famous for wisdom not because he was Mr. know-all but because he realized at the age of seventy that he still knew nothing.\n\n<question>:\nThe best title of the passage is_.\n\n<options>:\nA Socrates is Ignorant to Learn\nB Seeking Knowledge Makes One Happy\nC To Learn the Miracles of the Gospels\nD To Learn Is Asking for Trouble\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nPeople who have a fear of ugly insects will want to stay far away from Lake Tawakoni State Park in north Texas, US. A giant spider web was recently found there. The thick web is swarming with millions of little spiders.\nStretching across several acres it blankets a number of trees, bushes and even the ground.\nWhile the web may make some people nervous, it has become a big attraction for others-especially for unlucky insects. \"At first, it was so white that it looked like fairyland,\" said Donna Garde, the park's manager. \"Now it's filled with so many mosquitoes that it's turned a little brown.\"\nMost spiders work alone, which is why the discovery of the huge web has caused such a stir. Scientists across the country have been debating its origin.\nSome spider experts' say the monstrous web may have been weaved by social spiders. Social spiders work together to build larger webs to catch small insects. However, those webs take years to build. Park officials say this web was formed in just a few months. \nOthers say it could be the work of millions of tiny ballooning spiders. These types of spiders 'fly' by throwing out thin threads of silk, which they use to ride air currents . In 2002, a similar giant web made by ballooning spiders was discovered in a field in Canada.\nTexas entomologist Herbert Pase says the giant web is very unusual. \"From what I'm hearing, it could be a once-in-a-life-time event,\" he said.\nBut John Jackman, an entomologist and professor at Texas A&M University, disagrees. Jackman says he hears reports of similar webs, like the one in Canada, every few years. \"There are a lot of folks that don't realize spiders do that,\" he said. \"Until we get some samples sent to us, we won't know what species of spider we're talking about.\"\nPark officials expect the web to last until fall when the weather gets cooler. That's when the spiders begin dying off in the park.\n\n<question>:\nWhat is the main reason for scientists' excitement and argument about the giant web?\n\n<options>:\nA Most spiders work alone, which makes it hard to understand how the web formed.\nB The huge web causes too many mosquitoes to be killed, which is unbelievable.\nC No similar discoveries have ever been made throughout the world so far.\nD The web forces people to stay far away from Lake Tawakoni State Park.\n\n<answer>:\n",
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"human": "Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.\n\n<passage>:\nPeople who have a fear of ugly insects will want to stay far away from Lake Tawakoni State Park in north Texas, US. A giant spider web was recently found there. The thick web is swarming with millions of little spiders.\nStretching across several acres it blankets a number of trees, bushes and even the ground.\nWhile the web may make some people nervous, it has become a big attraction for others-especially for unlucky insects. \"At first, it was so white that it looked like fairyland,\" said Donna Garde, the park's manager. \"Now it's filled with so many mosquitoes that it's turned a little brown.\"\nMost spiders work alone, which is why the discovery of the huge web has caused such a stir. Scientists across the country have been debating its origin.\nSome spider experts' say the monstrous web may have been weaved by social spiders. Social spiders work together to build larger webs to catch small insects. However, those webs take years to build. Park officials say this web was formed in just a few months. \nOthers say it could be the work of millions of tiny ballooning spiders. These types of spiders 'fly' by throwing out thin threads of silk, which they use to ride air currents . In 2002, a similar giant web made by ballooning spiders was discovered in a field in Canada.\nTexas entomologist Herbert Pase says the giant web is very unusual. \"From what I'm hearing, it could be a once-in-a-life-time event,\" he said.\nBut John Jackman, an entomologist and professor at Texas A&M University, disagrees. Jackman says he hears reports of similar webs, like the one in Canada, every few years. \"There are a lot of folks that don't realize spiders do that,\" he said. \"Until we get some samples sent to us, we won't know what species of spider we're talking about.\"\nPark officials expect the web to last until fall when the weather gets cooler. That's when the spiders begin dying off in the park.\n\n<question>:\nWhich of the following will John Jackman most probably agree to?\n\n<options>:\nA Possibly such a big web can only be seen once in one's whole life.\nB The web will be there as long as the weather is warm enough.\nC It is not very uncommon for spiders to weave big webs like that.\nD A lot of spiders will die off for the sake of the big web.\n\n<answer>:\n",
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