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Mr Smith is an English teacher. He comes from America. He has a daughter. Her name is Amy, and she is a good engineer in New York. Mr Smith likes traveling very much, and he can speak Spanish very well. Now he is in China, so he wants to learn some Chinese. He works very hard at his Chinese, and goes to Chinese classes... | [
"very well",
"not very well",
"we don't know",
"very good"
] | 1 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: Mr Smith is an English teacher. He comes from America. He has a daughter. Her name is Amy, and she is a good engineer in New York. Mr Smith likes traveling very much, and he can speak Spanish very well. Now he is in China, so he wants to learn some Ch... |
This tour takes you back in history to a moment that "will live in infamy . " Explore the historic artifacts at the Arizona Memorial Visitor Center commemorating the attack on Pearl Harbor, then travel around beautiful Oahu on a Circle Island guided bus tour. The Arizona Memorial Visitor Center is Hawaii's number one... | [
"The Arizona Memorial, Byodo-In Temple, Nu'uanu Pali Lookout, Polynesian Cultural Center",
"Pearl Habor, Dole Plantation, Nu'uanu Pali Lookout, Sunset Beach",
"Pearl Habor, North Shore, Byodo-In Temple, Dole Plantation",
"The Arizona Memorial, Nu'uanu Pali Lookout, Dole Plantation, Polynesian Cultural Center"... | 3 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
This tour takes you back in history to a moment that "will live in infamy . " Explore the historic artifacts at the Arizona Memorial Visitor Center commemorating the attack on Pearl Harbor, then travel around beautiful Oahu on a Circle Island guided bus tou... |
A Two-day Trip to Beijing If you want to know about China. Please come to Beijing. You can visit the Great Wall and other places of interest and enjoy Beijing Duck. Time: May 6~May 7 Price: 480 yuan per person Tel: 78456895 A Four- day Trip to Qinhuangdao If you like warm weather and clean city, Qinhuangdao is a good ... | [
"Beijing",
"Qinhuangdao",
"Sanya",
"Taiyuan"
] | 0 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: A Two-day Trip to Beijing If you want to know about China. Please come to Beijing. You can visit the Great Wall and other places of interest and enjoy Beijing Duck. Time: May 6~May 7 Price: 480 yuan per person Tel: 78456895 A Four- day Trip to Qinhua... |
Jamie and his friends love playing baseball. They play in the park every morning. One summer morning they lost the baseball. Jamie and his friend Joe went to the store. They bought two baseballs. They also bought colas for the other kids. They spent ten dollars. Jamie and Joe went back to the park. His friend Mike dran... | [
"Mike and Sally",
"Mike and Joe",
"Jessica, Jenny and Sally",
"Mike and the Lifeguard"
] | 2 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: Jamie and his friends love playing baseball. They play in the park every morning. One summer morning they lost the baseball. Jamie and his friend Joe went to the store. They bought two baseballs. They also bought colas for the other kids. They spent t... |
Robert is sixteen now. He'll finish middle school in two years. His father has a shop and got much money. He hopes his son can go to university and makes him study hard. But the young man likes to play cards. He has to go out when his parents fall asleep. One night, when Robert came back, his father happened to see him... | [
"Because they are old.",
"Because Robert doesn't like any noise.",
"Because the room upstairs is better than the one downstairs.",
"Because they can hear if Robert goes out at night."
] | 3 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: Robert is sixteen now. He'll finish middle school in two years. His father has a shop and got much money. He hopes his son can go to university and makes him study hard. But the young man likes to play cards. He has to go out when his parents fall asl... |
Noise pollution in cities is causing out health to suffer, according to the World Health Organization. Recently, researchers at the Free University of Brussels in Beigium have developed an applocation: NoiseTube. It allows everyone who downloads it the ability to measure the amount of noise they are exposed to by trans... | [
"The NoiseTube server analyzes noise information vis the Internet.",
"The NoiseTube server analyzes noise information via GPS devices.",
"Decibel levels of noise are transformed by a unique device.",
"It produces a \"noise map\"automatically when it collects enough information."
] | 0 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
Noise pollution in cities is causing out health to suffer, according to the World Health Organization. Recently, researchers at the Free University of Brussels in Beigium have developed an applocation: NoiseTube. It allows everyone who downloads it the abilit... |
In 2006, the UK government started to allow universities in England and Wales to charge British students tuition fees. More than 80 percent of students in England and Wales now take out a student loan in order to go to university. They use the loan to pay for tuition fees, books and living expenses. Although the int... | [
"University Education is really worth the money in England",
"University Education is worth all over the world except in England",
"British education is becoming more expensive for a majority of British students",
"British students don't like to go to university"
] | 2 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: In 2006, the UK government started to allow universities in England and Wales to charge British students tuition fees. More than 80 percent of students in England and Wales now take out a student loan in order to go to university. They use the loan ... |
talent, but his contributions includes many of today's social insurance programs. During the middle German Prime Minister Otto Von Bismarck may be most famous for his military and diplomatic of the 19th century, Germany, along with other European nations, experienced an unprecedented rash of workplace deaths and accide... | [
". compensation benefits in America are rising rapidly to new heights.",
"the workers are not the only ones to benefit from the compensation system.",
"people from all walks of life can benefit from the compensation system .",
"money floating in the compensation system is a huge drain on the U.S. Economy."
] | 1 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
talent, but his contributions includes many of today's social insurance programs. During the middle German Prime Minister Otto Von Bismarck may be most famous for his military and diplomatic of the 19th century, Germany, along with other European nations, exp... |
It was a freezing cold winter day. My father and I went to the market to buy a few oranges. When we arrived, the market was crowded with people. We looked around and stopped at the sight of a small booth . It was just a big piece of cloth on the ground with a few fresh-looking oranges. A young girl was sitting on the g... | [
"tell readers a moving story",
"express her own opinion on money",
"show her great respect for her father",
"praise the young girl for her good character"
] | 3 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
It was a freezing cold winter day. My father and I went to the market to buy a few oranges. When we arrived, the market was crowded with people. We looked around and stopped at the sight of a small booth . It was just a big piece of cloth on the ground with a... |
Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and other big cities are exciting places to live. There are many interesting things to see and to do. You can go to different kinds of museums, plays and movies. You can also go to supermarkets to buy things from all over the world. But there are serious problems in big cities, too. The cos... | [
"are not exciting places to live",
"have not many serious problems",
"are terrible",
"are not always clean and safe enough"
] | 3 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and other big cities are exciting places to live. There are many interesting things to see and to do. You can go to different kinds of museums, plays and movies. You can also go to supermarkets to buy things from all over the worl... |
When I first entered high school, I knew no one at my school. All my friends in middle school went to other schools. I wanted to make some new friends. However, I was shy and wasn't good at making new friends. On my first day at school, I looked at others who were talking in groups happily. How I wish I were one of the... | [
"immediately shook her hand",
"immediately say something to keep calm",
"wanted to talk with her",
"wanted her to go away at once"
] | 2 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: When I first entered high school, I knew no one at my school. All my friends in middle school went to other schools. I wanted to make some new friends. However, I was shy and wasn't good at making new friends. On my first day at school, I looked at ot... |
Dear Mr. Plant, I am an enthusiastic camper and longtime X-Ports customer, but after being offended for the third time at your Sierra Vista location, I am writing to complain about your impolite employees. Several months ago ,I bought a tent that leaked the first time I used it and wanted it replaced . When I took it ... | [
"complexity",
"importance",
"space",
"time"
] | 3 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: Dear Mr. Plant, I am an enthusiastic camper and longtime X-Ports customer, but after being offended for the third time at your Sierra Vista location, I am writing to complain about your impolite employees. Several months ago ,I bought a tent that leak... |
Marjorie Gestring Marjorie Gestring was a springboard diver from the United States who won the gold medal in 3-meter springboard diving at the 1936 Summer Olympics in Berlin, Germany at the age of 13 years. With the cancellation of the Olympics in 1940 and 1944 because of World War II, Gestring did not get a chance t... | [
"About ten years.",
"About nine years.",
"About five years.",
"About three years."
] | 2 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
Marjorie Gestring Marjorie Gestring was a springboard diver from the United States who won the gold medal in 3-meter springboard diving at the 1936 Summer Olympics in Berlin, Germany at the age of 13 years. With the cancellation of the Olympics in 1940 and ... |
Thailand is a country with a long and rich history. It is also one of those countries which have many traditions which modern times fortunately have not affected. Thailand is famous for its unique culture. It is well worth noting that Thai culture handed down from one generation to the next. Thai Classical Dance The in... | [
"his young boss",
"a younger stranger",
"his younger colleagues",
"his close friend"
] | 0 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
Thailand is a country with a long and rich history. It is also one of those countries which have many traditions which modern times fortunately have not affected. Thailand is famous for its unique culture. It is well worth noting that Thai culture handed down... |
Men and women are still treated unequally in the workplace. Women continue to earn less, on average, for the same performance. Research has shown that both conscious and subconscious biases contribute to this problem. But we've discovered another source of inequality: Women often don't get what they want and deserve... | [
"Women are more likely to accept the employer's salary offer.",
"Men tend to ask for more money than woman.",
"Women care more about other's interest instead of themselves'.",
"Men believe that the better they work, the better they're paid."
] | 3 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: Men and women are still treated unequally in the workplace. Women continue to earn less, on average, for the same performance. Research has shown that both conscious and subconscious biases contribute to this problem. But we've discovered another s... |
Are you happy? Do you remember a time when you were happy? Are you seeking happiness today? Many have sought a variety of sources for their feelings of happiness.Some have put their hearts and efforts into their work.Too many have turned to drugs and alcohol.Meanwhile, untold numbers have looked for it in the possessi... | [
"If you want to get what you want, you first choose to be happy.",
"We should try to get more and then we'll be happy.",
"Most people today are happy.",
"Work is a necessary part in our daily life"
] | 0 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: Are you happy? Do you remember a time when you were happy? Are you seeking happiness today? Many have sought a variety of sources for their feelings of happiness.Some have put their hearts and efforts into their work.Too many have turned to drugs and... |
THERE are natural disasters that humans can predict. There are others whose timing is difficult to know. What happened in Indonesia last month fell into the latter group. On October 25, a tsunami caused by a 7.7 magnitude earthquake in the Mentawai islands of West Sumatra, Indonesia hit shores and damaged whole vil... | [
"A tsunami that hit Indonesia.",
"The tsunami warning system in Indonesia.",
"A recent tsunami and an earthquake in Indonesia.",
"The reasons why the tsunami affected Indonesia badly."
] | 0 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: THERE are natural disasters that humans can predict. There are others whose timing is difficult to know. What happened in Indonesia last month fell into the latter group. On October 25, a tsunami caused by a 7.7 magnitude earthquake in the Mentawa... |
Movie fans know that their action hero Superman does not really fly.And, in the movie Superman Returns, another visual trick is played on viewers.The man they see flying is not real.He is what is called a virtual actor.The first step in creating this digital actor is to have a real person stand in a room called a light... | [
"3-D goes from movies to real world.",
"3-D film becomes popular worldwide.",
"3-D teleconferencing system comes into being.",
"3-D games without special glasses becomes true."
] | 0 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: Movie fans know that their action hero Superman does not really fly.And, in the movie Superman Returns, another visual trick is played on viewers.The man they see flying is not real.He is what is called a virtual actor.The first step in creating this ... |
Liang Huili is the leader of Huana International Volunteer Service Group,with hundreds of students, young professionals and business leaders. They held a basketball match to help 150 poor students in western China with school supplies and winter clothes. She also worked with an organization in the US to raise money fo... | [
"moving from place to place",
"helping students in 1986",
"being a primary school teacher",
"helping the two professors in Dayton"
] | 3 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: Liang Huili is the leader of Huana International Volunteer Service Group,with hundreds of students, young professionals and business leaders. They held a basketball match to help 150 poor students in western China with school supplies and winter clot... |
Why jump with us? We are the only skydive centre in Byron Bay - Australia's most easterly point. Get a bird's-eye view and experience the magic of Byron Bay from 14,000 feet! With Skydive Byron Bay. We have the most experienced staff and the best safety record in Australia. We welcome fun jumpers from around the world.... | [
"To show the skydive centre's long history.",
"To show the centre's achievements.",
"To attract more skydivers to the centre.",
"To convince people of the happiness of skydive."
] | 2 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: Why jump with us? We are the only skydive centre in Byron Bay - Australia's most easterly point. Get a bird's-eye view and experience the magic of Byron Bay from 14,000 feet! With Skydive Byron Bay. We have the most experienced staff and the best safe... |
Each time I see a balloon , my mind flies back to a memory when I was a six-year-old girl . It was a rainy Sunday and my father had recently died . I asked my mum if my dad had gone to heaven . " Yes , honey . Of course , " she said . " Can we write him a letter ? " She paused , the longest pause of my short life , and... | [
"became excited",
"jumped with joy",
"started writing immediately",
"didn't believe her mother"
] | 0 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: Each time I see a balloon , my mind flies back to a memory when I was a six-year-old girl . It was a rainy Sunday and my father had recently died . I asked my mum if my dad had gone to heaven . " Yes , honey . Of course , " she said . " Can we write h... |
Jacksonville is the largest city in Florida and has a large number of shopping malls to suit different tastes for tourists and guests to shop. Here are some great places where you can shop in Jacksonville. Gateway Town Center The venerable Gateway Town Center is one of Jacksonville's oldest shopping malls, providing an... | [
"they can buy a lot of wonderful toys",
"they can take the mini train there",
"they can play their favorite computer games",
"they can make many friends"
] | 1 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
Jacksonville is the largest city in Florida and has a large number of shopping malls to suit different tastes for tourists and guests to shop. Here are some great places where you can shop in Jacksonville. Gateway Town Center The venerable Gateway Town Center... |
When you're returning to Australia, be careful that you don't bring in pests and diseases. Some items you might bring back from overseas can be pests and diseases that Australia doesn't have. When you return, declare all food, meat, fruits, plants, seeds, wooden souvenirs, animal or plant materials. Australia has stric... | [
"you can keep the item before an import permit is presented",
"all products must be treated according to the AQIS",
"not all treatments for your declared items are free",
"travelers can sell their declared items"
] | 2 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
When you're returning to Australia, be careful that you don't bring in pests and diseases. Some items you might bring back from overseas can be pests and diseases that Australia doesn't have. When you return, declare all food, meat, fruits, plants, seeds, woo... |
_ join us together and set us apart. Today, our society has a terrible lack of values. Here are some social values that everyone needs. Respect Respect means to respect others in everyday life. Even if you are against a person, it is important to have respect. It is this respect that makes us human. Without respect, w... | [
"grow up and become stronger",
"believe in each other",
"not hurt others and be good to others",
"realize our problems and find ways to solve them"
] | 2 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
_ join us together and set us apart. Today, our society has a terrible lack of values. Here are some social values that everyone needs. Respect Respect means to respect others in everyday life. Even if you are against a person, it is important to have respec... |
A little girl in my family got a typewriter for Christmas. Not a laptop. Nothing with a screen. The old-fashioned manual kind. Typewriters had pretty much gone the way of dodo birds quite some years before my granddaughter was born. But it was the typewriter used by a journalist in the movie "Kit Kittredge: An American... | [
"are crazy about the work like Chuck Tatum",
"can take whatever means to attract the public",
"are honest, independent and free from prejudice",
"were living in the time when typewriters were used."
] | 2 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: A little girl in my family got a typewriter for Christmas. Not a laptop. Nothing with a screen. The old-fashioned manual kind. Typewriters had pretty much gone the way of dodo birds quite some years before my granddaughter was born. But it was the typ... |
I am not just a successful architect . I also like to play the piano. In my spare time I often turn some dry musical symbols into beautiful music. Many years ago, while I was in a university studying architecture, I worked in a workshop. During the break I found an old piano in the corner of the room. With the allowanc... | [
"He realized that his music talent was nothing at all.",
"His workmates did not like him to play music.",
"He went on with his further study.",
"He was too busy with his work."
] | 3 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
I am not just a successful architect . I also like to play the piano. In my spare time I often turn some dry musical symbols into beautiful music. Many years ago, while I was in a university studying architecture, I worked in a workshop. During the break I fo... |
Rescuers have found the bodies of over 130 people killed in two ferry disasters in Bangladesh.The accidents happened during a storm that hit the country on April 21st.Hundreds more are missing or feared to be dead. The two ferries sank in different rivers near the capital city of Dhakfi as strong winds and rain hit the... | [
"at noon",
"in the morning",
"at night.",
"In the afternoon."
] | 2 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: Rescuers have found the bodies of over 130 people killed in two ferry disasters in Bangladesh.The accidents happened during a storm that hit the country on April 21st.Hundreds more are missing or feared to be dead. The two ferries sank in different ri... |
Jack thought himself a basketball fan. He watched quite a lot of American NBA basketball games. Not only did he watch them, he spent much of his free time playing on the court too. Then came the final year of his middle school. All of his regular teammates stopped showing up on the court because they were simply too bu... | [
"Peter's family are living much better.",
"Simon is now studying at a university.",
"Jack's mum understood him instead of blaming him.",
"Jack's teachers wanted his mother to help his friends."
] | 3 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
Jack thought himself a basketball fan. He watched quite a lot of American NBA basketball games. Not only did he watch them, he spent much of his free time playing on the court too. Then came the final year of his middle school. All of his regular teammates st... |
Health officials in Canada are very busy these days. They are placing chickens at fixed points all along their 2,500 km border with the United States of America. It's not a joke, nor have the Canadians gone mad. They are using these chickens to see if the West Nile virus is still around. The virus infects birds, so... | [
"Land Pollution",
"The West Nile Virus",
"Smart Polluters",
"The Water Hyacinth"
] | 2 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
Health officials in Canada are very busy these days. They are placing chickens at fixed points all along their 2,500 km border with the United States of America. It's not a joke, nor have the Canadians gone mad. They are using these chickens to see if the W... |
My cousin Jenny made some new term resolutions last month. First she wants to keep healthy. So she is going to exercise more and eat a lot of healthier food. She isn't going to eat junk food. She is going to make a volleyball team because she likes it and she's also good at playing it. And she also wants to improve her... | [
"A university student.",
"A doctor.",
"An English teacher.",
"A volleyball player."
] | 1 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: My cousin Jenny made some new term resolutions last month. First she wants to keep healthy. So she is going to exercise more and eat a lot of healthier food. She isn't going to eat junk food. She is going to make a volleyball team because she likes it... |
A mouse happened to look through a hole in the wall to see the farmer and his wife open a package. "What food might this contain?" The mouse wondered. But he was sad to discover it was a mousetrap . Back to the farmyard, the mouse announced this warning: "There is a mousetrap in the house! There is a mousetrap in the ... | [
"Out of sight, out of mind.",
"Mind works faster in time of danger.",
"Never put your nose into others' business.",
"We should pull together in time of trouble."
] | 3 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
A mouse happened to look through a hole in the wall to see the farmer and his wife open a package. "What food might this contain?" The mouse wondered. But he was sad to discover it was a mousetrap . Back to the farmyard, the mouse announced this warning: "Th... |
About a year ago, I went to stay at a Detroit hotel. I didn't want to carry too much money with me, so I asked the desk clerk to put a one-hundred-dollar bill in the safe for me. The next morning, however, the clerk said he knew nothing about my money. I didn't have any proof that I had given the man the money. Th... | [
"he knew the lawyer's plan very well",
"he found the lawyer tricking him",
"he wanted no trouble with the police",
"he wanted to give the man a surprise"
] | 2 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
About a year ago, I went to stay at a Detroit hotel. I didn't want to carry too much money with me, so I asked the desk clerk to put a one-hundred-dollar bill in the safe for me. The next morning, however, the clerk said he knew nothing about my money. I... |
For many years, I was convinced that my suffering was due to my size. I believed that when the weight disappeared, it would take old wounds, hurts and rejections with it. Many weight-conscious people also mistakenly believe that changing our bodies will fix _ . Perhaps our mistake is believing that being thin equals be... | [
"They feel optimistic about future plans on weight control.",
"They are indifferent to the regained weight.",
"The feel angry about the regained weight.",
"They think they should give up their future plans on weight control."
] | 0 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
For many years, I was convinced that my suffering was due to my size. I believed that when the weight disappeared, it would take old wounds, hurts and rejections with it. Many weight-conscious people also mistakenly believe that changing our bodies will fix _... |
Which of the following best describes a role of mushrooms in ecosystems? | [
"capturing energy from sunlight",
"consuming living plant material",
"taking energy from animal hosts",
"breaking down dead plant material"
] | 3 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: Which of the following best describes a role of mushrooms in ecosystems?
Answer: breaking down dead plant material |
The managing editor is usually the person in charge of the day-to-day editorial process of a newspaper. He or she makes sure that the newspaper comes out on time each day and that costs are kept within a budget. He or she is usually responsible for hiring and firing newsroom staff, and serves as the spokesperson for th... | [
"the managing editor is mainly responsible for laying out pages of the paper",
"the news editor determines which stories are used",
"the copy editor is often the first person to see the story",
"the state editor supervises the local general assignment, beat and specialty reporters"
] | 1 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: The managing editor is usually the person in charge of the day-to-day editorial process of a newspaper. He or she makes sure that the newspaper comes out on time each day and that costs are kept within a budget. He or she is usually responsible for hi... |
If your parents were to surprise you with a present on your birthday, which one would you prefer, a trip to the amusement park or a new pair of shoes? According to Science Daily, about onethird of the people are likely to prefer shoes to a fun trip. These people are called "materialists", namely, those who value materi... | [
"Are You a Materialist?",
"How To Acquire Happiness?",
"The Best Present for the Birthday",
"Which Can Make People Happier?"
] | 3 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
If your parents were to surprise you with a present on your birthday, which one would you prefer, a trip to the amusement park or a new pair of shoes? According to Science Daily, about onethird of the people are likely to prefer shoes to a fun trip. These peo... |
Situated in the Northeast region of Vietnam, Halong Bay is made up of 1,969 islands of various sizes, 989 of which have been given names. The concentrated zone of stone islands is famous for its spectacular scenery of caves, and forms the central zone of Halong Bay. Seen from above, Halong Bay looks like a geographic w... | [
"1,969 islands of various sizes.",
"The concentrated zone of stone islands.",
"989 islands that have been given names.",
"Man's Head Island."
] | 1 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
Situated in the Northeast region of Vietnam, Halong Bay is made up of 1,969 islands of various sizes, 989 of which have been given names. The concentrated zone of stone islands is famous for its spectacular scenery of caves, and forms the central zone of Halo... |
Many children use the Internet to get useful knowledge and information, and to relax in their free time. But some of them are not using it in a good way. Here are some rules to make sure you are safe and have fun on the Internet. Make rules for Internet use with your parents. For example, when you can go online, for ho... | [
"send their own photos to him.",
"make rules for Internet use with parents.",
"believe everything they read on the Internet",
"give out their personal information"
] | 1 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: Many children use the Internet to get useful knowledge and information, and to relax in their free time. But some of them are not using it in a good way. Here are some rules to make sure you are safe and have fun on the Internet. Make rules for Intern... |
No quick change I would be the first to say that I am not materialistic. My friends regard me as a goody-goody . My parents say I am conservative and modest when it comes to clothes. I don't wear bikinis, and none of my skirts or shorts end above my knees. That is my choice. So why, why did I decide to buy that skir... | [
"The skirt didn't fit her well. ks5u",
"She was horrified at how easily she changed.",
"She was disappointed that she lost her own style in the new skirt.",
"She didn't like the feeling of wearing the new skirt."
] | 2 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: No quick change I would be the first to say that I am not materialistic. My friends regard me as a goody-goody . My parents say I am conservative and modest when it comes to clothes. I don't wear bikinis, and none of my skirts or shorts end above m... |
Opening in 1934, the Brookfield Zoo quickly received a worldwide reputation for its special displays and unique exhibits. Address: 1stAvenue between Ogden Avenue and 31stStreet, Brookfield, Illinois Phone: 708-688-8000 Getting to the Brookfield Zoo by Public Transportation: The Metra Rail Burlington Northern line runs... | [
"Its cheap tickets.",
"Its various activities",
"Its cage-less displays.",
"Its geographical advantage."
] | 2 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: Opening in 1934, the Brookfield Zoo quickly received a worldwide reputation for its special displays and unique exhibits. Address: 1stAvenue between Ogden Avenue and 31stStreet, Brookfield, Illinois Phone: 708-688-8000 Getting to the Brookfield Zoo b... |
For millions of people,the American dream of owning a home seems to be slipping out of reach. "Maybe young couples can no longer afford to buy a ready-made house as their parents did,' says 40-year-old building instructor Pat Hennin."But they can still have a home.Like their pioneer ancestors,they can build it them... | [
"Most owner-builders are professional building workers.",
"Owner-builders can save 30 percent to 45 percent of what a ready-made home would cost.",
"Less than 40 percent of owner-builders buy commercial plans.",
"Only if you have carpentry skill can you build your own house."
] | 2 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
For millions of people,the American dream of owning a home seems to be slipping out of reach. "Maybe young couples can no longer afford to buy a ready-made house as their parents did,' says 40-year-old building instructor Pat Hennin."But they can still ha... |
Playing basketball isn't a sport for women.That's what Jewell Chapman's high school headmaster told her in 1961 when he forbade the girls to play basketball."We were very sad,"said Chapman,a player for her high school team of Des Moines. Nearly 50 years later,Chapman is back on the basketball playground.She is 62 years... | [
"good-natured",
"active",
"friendly",
"happy"
] | 1 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: Playing basketball isn't a sport for women.That's what Jewell Chapman's high school headmaster told her in 1961 when he forbade the girls to play basketball."We were very sad,"said Chapman,a player for her high school team of Des Moines. Nearly 50 yea... |
HAVE you noticed that the moon is becoming rounder and brighter day after day? That's because Sept 8 is the Mid-Autumn Festival. For Chinese people, a full moon means that family members can get together on that day. On the Mid-Autumn Festival, people get together and enjoy the round moon . They also send wishes for fa... | [
"is the goddess of the moon in Greek myth",
"is the goddess of the moon in Indian myth",
"has four hands and rides through the sky on a chariot",
"had a baby who was born on a full moon day"
] | 0 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
HAVE you noticed that the moon is becoming rounder and brighter day after day? That's because Sept 8 is the Mid-Autumn Festival. For Chinese people, a full moon means that family members can get together on that day. On the Mid-Autumn Festival, people get tog... |
Whether you admit it or not, music improves our daily life and makes us feel easy, especially the music of Beethoven and Mozart. But can you believe that a school in England is using classical music to cut down students' bad behavior? The head teacher Brian Walker at the West Park School in Derby asks some students to ... | [
"some students don't realize education is valuable",
"all students can learn from music",
"music must be taught after class",
"students ought to love music"
] | 0 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: Whether you admit it or not, music improves our daily life and makes us feel easy, especially the music of Beethoven and Mozart. But can you believe that a school in England is using classical music to cut down students' bad behavior? The head teacher... |
Just five one-hundredths of an inch thick and light golden in color, the Lay's potato chip seems an unlikely weapon for global control. But its maker, Frito-Lay doesn't think so. "Potato chips are a snack food for the world , "said Salman Amin, the company's head of global marketing. Amin believes there is no corner of... | [
"people all over the world enjoy eating their potato chips",
"the light golden color increases the attraction of their potato chips",
"they must find new ways to promote sales in their country",
"potato chips can hardly control the world market"
] | 2 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: Just five one-hundredths of an inch thick and light golden in color, the Lay's potato chip seems an unlikely weapon for global control. But its maker, Frito-Lay doesn't think so. "Potato chips are a snack food for the world , "said Salman Amin, the co... |
Miller is tried for armed robbery of the First Bank of City.Miller testified on direct examination that he had never been in the First Bank of City. His counsel asked, "What, if anything, did you tell the police when you were arrested?" If his answer was "I told them I had never been in the bank," this answer would be | [
"admissible to prove that Miller had never been in the bank.",
"admissible as a prior consistent statement.",
"inadmissible as hearsay, not within any exception. ",
"inadmissible, because it was a self-serving statement by a person with a substantial motive to fabricate"
] | 2 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: Miller is tried for armed robbery of the First Bank of City.Miller testified on direct examination that he had never been in the First Bank of City. His counsel asked, "What, if anything, did you tell the police when you were arrested?" If his answer ... |
Whenever anyone measures educational success, East Asian countries are always top scorers. But in a recent league table, a European country, Finland, was top of the class. South Korea was still in second place, though. Britain was at number 6. In Korea the school day is long--typically 7 or 8 hours, followed by hours o... | [
"the attitude",
"the schooling time",
"star pupils",
"new teaching approach"
] | 0 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
Whenever anyone measures educational success, East Asian countries are always top scorers. But in a recent league table, a European country, Finland, was top of the class. South Korea was still in second place, though. Britain was at number 6. In Korea the sc... |
It's not easy being a teenager---nor is it easy being the parent of a teenager. You can make your child feel angry, hurt, or misunderstood by what you say without realizing it yourself. It is important to give your child the space he needs to grow while gently letting him know that you'll still be there for him when he... | [
"Not allow him to learn driving or take drugs.",
"Give him advice only when necessary.",
"Let him have his own telephone.",
"Not talk about personal things with him."
] | 1 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
It's not easy being a teenager---nor is it easy being the parent of a teenager. You can make your child feel angry, hurt, or misunderstood by what you say without realizing it yourself. It is important to give your child the space he needs to grow while gentl... |
The Los Angeles Zoo has many public programs that aim to teach the public about animals and natural protection. Safari shuttle While you're here, take the Safari shuttle for a quick trip from one end of the Zoo to the other. All day long, seven days a week (from 10 am to 5 pm), the Safari Shuttle picks up passengers, ... | [
"ride a bike through the Zoo",
"have a picnic on the Zoo grounds",
"take food with plastic bags",
"take their pets along"
] | 1 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
The Los Angeles Zoo has many public programs that aim to teach the public about animals and natural protection. Safari shuttle While you're here, take the Safari shuttle for a quick trip from one end of the Zoo to the other. All day long, seven days a week (... |
I am a Chinese. I've always been making drams from time to time. Those dreams made by each average Chinese like me are certainly Chinese dreams. Dreams vary from person to person, an d also from time to time. But in a certain time, people share the similar dreams here I'd like to share my Chinese dreams with you. When ... | [
"The author's dreams are different from other Chinese people's dreams.",
"The Chinese dream is based on every Chinese individual's dreams.",
"Only if the Chinese dream comes true, can the author's dreams come true.",
"The author and his family live a happy life in the countryside."
] | 1 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
I am a Chinese. I've always been making drams from time to time. Those dreams made by each average Chinese like me are certainly Chinese dreams. Dreams vary from person to person, an d also from time to time. But in a certain time, people share the similar dr... |
Six years ago, I walked into a local animal shelter on a cold, rainy day. Although my house was already full of cats and dogs, I still couldn't resist an occasional visit to the shelter. This time as I was walking down the row of pens full of barking dogs I noticed a small boy looking into one of them. He had a malnou... | [
"his life could be easier",
"he could play balls with it",
"he could forget about his parents",
"the dog could be taken good care of"
] | 0 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: Six years ago, I walked into a local animal shelter on a cold, rainy day. Although my house was already full of cats and dogs, I still couldn't resist an occasional visit to the shelter. This time as I was walking down the row of pens full of barking ... |
CAIRO, Egypt (Reuters) April 24, 2006--Three explosions shook the Egyptian Sinai _ of Dahab on Monday, killing 23 people and wounding dozens of others, rescue and security officials said. Witnesses said smokebillowed1up from the town's tourist bazaar, and residents said they saw body parts anddebris2on the street after... | [
"34 people were killed.",
"There were many Israeli casualties.",
"23 people were killed and dozens of others were injured.",
"Many houses were burned to the ground."
] | 2 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
CAIRO, Egypt (Reuters) April 24, 2006--Three explosions shook the Egyptian Sinai _ of Dahab on Monday, killing 23 people and wounding dozens of others, rescue and security officials said. Witnesses said smokebillowed1up from the town's tourist bazaar, and res... |
It was a sunny afternoon. I played with my daughter in a park. While I was pushing my daughter's swing to go higher and higher, I saw a little girl over there. The little girl tried to get her swing going higher, but she couldn't do that. Then I walked to that little girl and offered to help her. I said to her, "Could ... | [
"In a park.",
"In the zoo.",
"In a school.",
"At the school gate."
] | 0 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: It was a sunny afternoon. I played with my daughter in a park. While I was pushing my daughter's swing to go higher and higher, I saw a little girl over there. The little girl tried to get her swing going higher, but she couldn't do that. Then I walke... |
Growing in Philadelphia, Lieberman started cooking with his stay-at-home dad when he was seven. His food-loving family had two kitchens, and quickly learned what was the best way to bake his cakes. Lieberman improved his kitchen skills greatly during a year abroad before college, learning from a cook in Italy and study... | [
"He could prepare meals in a small kitchen.",
"He was famous for his shows on Food TV.",
"He was good at using eggs to make sandwiches.",
"He could cook cheap, delicious and simple meals."
] | 3 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
Growing in Philadelphia, Lieberman started cooking with his stay-at-home dad when he was seven. His food-loving family had two kitchens, and quickly learned what was the best way to bake his cakes. Lieberman improved his kitchen skills greatly during a year a... |
Last year more than one million Filipinos worked abroad as servants,nurses,sailors and in other difficult but low-paid jobs.Southeast Asians leave their poorer countries for their richer neighbours. Many of these wage-earners return in the end.In the meantime,they send home huge amounts of money--in the Philippines' ca... | [
"higher birth rates",
"lower crime rates",
"greater money inflows",
"stronger job competition"
] | 3 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: Last year more than one million Filipinos worked abroad as servants,nurses,sailors and in other difficult but low-paid jobs.Southeast Asians leave their poorer countries for their richer neighbours. Many of these wage-earners return in the end.In the ... |
Based on new analysis, we are rapidly approaching major climate change and the effects on society and the environment could be quite severe. Geographers predict that within the next eighty years, current world climate zones could shift and some could completely disappear. Polar regions will get colder while tropical re... | [
"To show the damage earthquakes caused.",
"To remind people to prevent future earthquakes.",
"To show major changes are taking place on the planet.",
"To tell us more earthquakes will happen in the future."
] | 2 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: Based on new analysis, we are rapidly approaching major climate change and the effects on society and the environment could be quite severe. Geographers predict that within the next eighty years, current world climate zones could shift and some could ... |
About ten days ago, I started to write an article on a parenting subject. I wish I could publish it. But in the days between the writing and the publishing, an unfortunate thing happened. My article discussing the lost art of walking to school was finished three days before an 8-year-old boy named Leiby Kletzky in Bro... | [
"Doubtful.",
"Supportive.",
"Worried.",
"Changing."
] | 1 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: About ten days ago, I started to write an article on a parenting subject. I wish I could publish it. But in the days between the writing and the publishing, an unfortunate thing happened. My article discussing the lost art of walking to school was fi... |
If you're into sports, you've seen it happen. You've probably even experienced it: basketball players shaking hands after four quarters of knocking each other around, tennis players leaping over the net to shake hands with their opponents after a hard-fought match, soccer players exchanging sport shirts after an int... | [
"advise readers to take some exercise",
"provide some basic sport knowledge",
"show the meaning of sportsmanship",
"expect players to compete actively"
] | 2 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
If you're into sports, you've seen it happen. You've probably even experienced it: basketball players shaking hands after four quarters of knocking each other around, tennis players leaping over the net to shake hands with their opponents after a hard-foug... |
New findings from Queen's University biologists show that in the plant world, bigger isn't necessarily better. "Until now most of the thinking has suggested that to be a good competitor in the forest, you have to be a big plant," says Queen's Biology professor Lonnie Aarssen. "But our research shows it's virtually the ... | [
"Larger plant species limit the number of smaller ones around them.",
"Smaller plants can limit the number of plant species around them.",
"Smaller plants produce seeds at a higher rate than their bigger counterparts.",
"Larger trees are more effective than small plants at using available resources."
] | 2 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
New findings from Queen's University biologists show that in the plant world, bigger isn't necessarily better. "Until now most of the thinking has suggested that to be a good competitor in the forest, you have to be a big plant," says Queen's Biology professo... |
Lin Xiao, 21, a student at Guangdong University, has a big family - her two parents, a younger brother and two younger sisters. Lin took her role as the "big sister" seriously. When her first sister was born, Lin took turns with her mom holding the baby late into the night. "I almost did everything that was supposed to... | [
"Lin Xiao doesn't like her sister",
"Liu Fang has a 17-year-old sister",
"Laura is against the two-child policy",
"The one-child policy is out of date now"
] | 3 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
Lin Xiao, 21, a student at Guangdong University, has a big family - her two parents, a younger brother and two younger sisters. Lin took her role as the "big sister" seriously. When her first sister was born, Lin took turns with her mom holding the baby late ... |
In the course of working my ways through school , I took many jobs I would rather forget . But none of these jobs was as dreadful as my job in an apple plant. The work was hard ; the pay was poor ; and, most of all , the working conditions were terrible. First of all , the job made huge demands on my strength . For t... | [
"To pay for his schooling",
"To save for his future",
"To support his family",
"To gain some experience"
] | 0 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
In the course of working my ways through school , I took many jobs I would rather forget . But none of these jobs was as dreadful as my job in an apple plant. The work was hard ; the pay was poor ; and, most of all , the working conditions were terrible. Fi... |
Donna Ashlock, a 14-year-old girl from California, was very sick. She had a bad heart. "Donna needs a new heart," her doctor said, "she must have a new heart, or she will die soon." Felipe Carza, 15, was worried about Donna. Felipe was Donna's friend. He liked Donna very much. He liked her freckles, and he liked her sm... | [
"The Gift",
"The Operation",
"The Peace",
"The Illness"
] | 2 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
Donna Ashlock, a 14-year-old girl from California, was very sick. She had a bad heart. "Donna needs a new heart," her doctor said, "she must have a new heart, or she will die soon." Felipe Carza, 15, was worried about Donna. Felipe was Donna's friend. He like... |
Kerry made a simple flashlight. She recorded the following statements in her lab book. Which statement is an inference? | [
"The wire was 35 cm long.",
"The flashlight contained a battery.",
"The plastic switch was better than the metal switch.",
"The bulb was lit for 20 minutes before it burned out."
] | 2 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: Kerry made a simple flashlight. She recorded the following statements in her lab book. Which statement is an inference?
Answer: The plastic switch was better than the metal switch. |
For many centuries,countless scholars have asked the question:What is beauty? As designers update the latest fashions and artists create their masterpieces, what is considered beautiful changes at an alarming pace. Fifty years ago,the full-figured Marilyn Monroe was a symbol of the American aesthetic value;today,many H... | [
"present a special way of seeing beauty",
"emphasize the influence of physics",
"discuss the awareness of cross-culture",
"argue the traditional ideas on value"
] | 0 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: For many centuries,countless scholars have asked the question:What is beauty? As designers update the latest fashions and artists create their masterpieces, what is considered beautiful changes at an alarming pace. Fifty years ago,the full-figured Mar... |
Used by over half a million learners,English Practice is one of the world's most popular online English learning products. English Practice offers over 40,000 interactive 1essons for all levels of students who want to study and improve their English. Our structured content will help you improve your speaking,vocabulary... | [
"take the test offered by English Practice",
"take the General English",
"take the classes in Work Skills",
"the classes in Community"
] | 1 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
Used by over half a million learners,English Practice is one of the world's most popular online English learning products. English Practice offers over 40,000 interactive 1essons for all levels of students who want to study and improve their English. Our stru... |
Almost everyone is afraid of something --- snakes, heights, public speaking and so on. It is normal and can even be helpful to experience fear sometimes. In dangerous situations, fear can keep our bodies alert so that we can act quickly to protect ourselves. But for some people, fear develops into a "phobia", which i... | [
"There is nothing to fear except fear itself.",
"We should not let fear affect our decisions.",
"Fear is not a completely bad thing.",
"Without fear, everyone would be brave."
] | 2 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: Almost everyone is afraid of something --- snakes, heights, public speaking and so on. It is normal and can even be helpful to experience fear sometimes. In dangerous situations, fear can keep our bodies alert so that we can act quickly to protect o... |
Most penguins died after a huge iceberg grounded near their habitat in Antarctica,forcing them to make a long way to find food, scientists say in a newly published study. The B09B iceberg, measuring about 100 square kilometers, grounded in Commonwealth Bay in East Antarctica in December 2010, the researchers from Austr... | [
"The life of penguins in Cape Denison was very hard.",
"Penguins in Cape Denison were afraid of humans .",
"The sea ice in Antarctica is decreasing faster than before.",
"Human activities caused much damage to Cape Denison."
] | 0 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
Most penguins died after a huge iceberg grounded near their habitat in Antarctica,forcing them to make a long way to find food, scientists say in a newly published study. The B09B iceberg, measuring about 100 square kilometers, grounded in Commonwealth Bay in... |
Do successful businessmen need an office? Increasingly the answer seems to be no. Chris Ward, author of the book Out of Office explains how President Barack Obama's first inauguration speech was written by 27-year-old Jon Favreau sitting in Starbucks ; how Richard Tait, creator of Cranium, started the board game in a ... | [
"Software engineers.",
"Copywriters.",
"Surgeons.",
"Fashion designers."
] | 2 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
Do successful businessmen need an office? Increasingly the answer seems to be no. Chris Ward, author of the book Out of Office explains how President Barack Obama's first inauguration speech was written by 27-year-old Jon Favreau sitting in Starbucks ; how R... |
Which of the following describes a reason why companies irradiate some fruits and vegetables before they are sold to the public? | [
"to improve the flavors by increasing the sugar content",
"to speed up the ripening of produce picked too early",
"to partially cook the produce before canning or freezing",
"to extend the shelf life by killing existing microorganisms"
] | 3 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: Which of the following describes a reason why companies irradiate some fruits and vegetables before they are sold to the public?
Answer: to extend the shelf life by killing existing microorganisms |
One of the most popular and enduring myths about depression is that depressed people are sad all the time--and that by extension, people who are happy can't be experiencing depression, even if they say they are. It is a mistaken version of depression. Depression doesn't make you sad all the time. When I'm having a depr... | [
"expressing sad feelings straight",
"going out with friends and relatives",
"having friendly chats with colleagues",
"experiencing moments of happiness"
] | 0 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
One of the most popular and enduring myths about depression is that depressed people are sad all the time--and that by extension, people who are happy can't be experiencing depression, even if they say they are. It is a mistaken version of depression. Depress... |
The English language is different from any other language. Yet English words do not stay the same. The language is always changing. We need new words for new inventions and new ideas. Different words come into use, or older words are used in a new way. English can change by borrowing words from other languages. Tomato ... | [
"all the words are borrowed from other languages",
"language do not stay the same all the time",
"the English words has more words than other languages",
"all the older English words are used in a new way"
] | 1 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
The English language is different from any other language. Yet English words do not stay the same. The language is always changing. We need new words for new inventions and new ideas. Different words come into use, or older words are used in a new way. Englis... |
I was never tired of heating their story.As a little girl,I'd sit beside my mom with their wedding album spread across my lap,slowly turning the pages of 8 x l 0 glossy black and white photographs.I'd trace my fingers along their faces,along that white wedding dress. "Tell me again,"I said . "Tell me again about you an... | [
"their happy marriage",
"God's blessing for them",
"a romantic beginning",
"a girl's curiosity"
] | 0 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
I was never tired of heating their story.As a little girl,I'd sit beside my mom with their wedding album spread across my lap,slowly turning the pages of 8 x l 0 glossy black and white photographs.I'd trace my fingers along their faces,along that white weddin... |
Silence is unnatural to man.He begins life with a cry and ends it in stillness.In between he does all he can to make a noise in the world, and he fears silence more than anything else.Even his conversation is an attempt to prevent a fearful silence.If he is introduced to another person, and a number of pauses occur in ... | [
"achieve success in life",
"overcome their fear of silence",
"exchange ideas",
"prove their value"
] | 1 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
Silence is unnatural to man.He begins life with a cry and ends it in stillness.In between he does all he can to make a noise in the world, and he fears silence more than anything else.Even his conversation is an attempt to prevent a fearful silence.If he is i... |
"Norton," Sheppard said, "I saw Rufus Johnson yesterday. Do you know what he was doing?" The child looked at him with a kind of half attention, his eyes forward but not yet engaged. They were a paler blue than his father's as if they might have faded like the shirt; one of them listed, almost imperceptibly , toward th... | [
"was very excited for Rufus was his good friend",
"was upset because his father loved Rufus more than him",
"had no interest in Rufus and thought it was none of his business",
"had his breakfast and had no time to pay attention to Sheppard's words"
] | 2 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
"Norton," Sheppard said, "I saw Rufus Johnson yesterday. Do you know what he was doing?" The child looked at him with a kind of half attention, his eyes forward but not yet engaged. They were a paler blue than his father's as if they might have faded like th... |
Hilton Head Island, in South Carolina, is one of the popular vacation spots on the East Coast of the US. There are 250 restaurants on the island You can try the excellent restaurants introduced below. Skull Creek Boathouse (843-681-3663) There's no shortage of interesting and tantalizing choices to satisfy any seaf... | [
"It offers seafood mainly",
"It is closed on Sundays",
"It has specialty pizza",
"It offers a large variety of bottled wines"
] | 0 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: Hilton Head Island, in South Carolina, is one of the popular vacation spots on the East Coast of the US. There are 250 restaurants on the island You can try the excellent restaurants introduced below. Skull Creek Boathouse (843-681-3663) There's no... |
It's amazing how we grow from careless kids to responsible teens. What happens in the course that makes us responsible now? It's the seed that we sow in the beginning which grows and becomes a huge tree. As I sit here, silently thinking about my growth, I wonder over some questions which don't have an answer but it's b... | [
"how the writer finally becomes an honest citizen",
"where the true meaning of responsibility lies",
"what we need to do when we are seeking fortune",
"why the writer takes up architecture as his career"
] | 3 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
It's amazing how we grow from careless kids to responsible teens. What happens in the course that makes us responsible now? It's the seed that we sow in the beginning which grows and becomes a huge tree. As I sit here, silently thinking about my growth, I won... |
Whenever something looks interesting or beautiful, there is a natural desire of us to capture and preserve it--which means, in this day and age, that we are likely to reach for our phones to take a picture. Though this would seem to be an ideal solution, there are two big problems associated with taking pictures. Firs... | [
"To speak it out openly.",
"To photograph it instantly.",
"To purchase it directly.",
"To paint it immediately."
] | 3 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
Whenever something looks interesting or beautiful, there is a natural desire of us to capture and preserve it--which means, in this day and age, that we are likely to reach for our phones to take a picture. Though this would seem to be an ideal solution, the... |
LONDON(Reuters)--Organic fruit, delivered right to the doorstep.That is what Gabriel Gold prefers, and he is willing to pay for it.If this is not possible, the 26-year-old computer technician will spend the extra money at the supermarket to buy organic food. "Organic produce is always better," Gold said."The food is fr... | [
"The making of organic food in Britain.",
"Organic food--to import or not?",
"Good qualities of organic food.",
"Organic food--healthy, or just for the wealthy?"
] | 3 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: LONDON(Reuters)--Organic fruit, delivered right to the doorstep.That is what Gabriel Gold prefers, and he is willing to pay for it.If this is not possible, the 26-year-old computer technician will spend the extra money at the supermarket to buy organi... |
Harry, 13, wrote to us to say that even though he's older, he finds himself jealous of his brother Jonathan because he's a better skateboarder. Harry hates that he and Jonathan argue constantly about stupid things, like who gets to hold the TV remote or use the computer. Maybe Emily's situation will sound familiar to ... | [
"you are in your early childhood",
"you consider things in a positive way",
"you don't feel as good as your siblings",
"you have regular fights and arguments with your siblings"
] | 2 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
Harry, 13, wrote to us to say that even though he's older, he finds himself jealous of his brother Jonathan because he's a better skateboarder. Harry hates that he and Jonathan argue constantly about stupid things, like who gets to hold the TV remote or use ... |
No one really knows how the ancient Egyptians build the pyramids. But Maureen Clemmons has a theory . She thinks the Egyptians may have used kites. "If you look at ht top center of every monument , you see wings," Clemons said. "I think the Egyptians have been trying to tell us in pictures for 3,000 years that this i... | [
"An Unknown Mystery",
"Two Different Theories",
"Kites and Pyramids",
"Kites and Pulleys"
] | 2 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: No one really knows how the ancient Egyptians build the pyramids. But Maureen Clemmons has a theory . She thinks the Egyptians may have used kites. "If you look at ht top center of every monument , you see wings," Clemons said. "I think the Egyptian... |
Which requires an outlet? | [
"cold iced tea",
"usb tape player",
"frothy beer",
"blowing leaves"
] | 1 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
Which requires an outlet?
A. cold iced tea
B. usb tape player
C. frothy beer
D. blowing leaves
Answer:B |
Students are learning about the natural resources in Maryland. One group of students researches information about renewable natural resources in the state. The other group researches information about nonrenewable natural resources in the state. The resources the students investigate include plants, animals, soil, mine... | [
"sunlight",
"aluminum",
"natural gas",
"ocean waves"
] | 2 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
Students are learning about the natural resources in Maryland. One group of students researches information about renewable natural resources in the state. The other group researches information about nonrenewable natural resources in the state. The resources... |
Biomass energy , often forgotten as promising alternative to oil, received its day in the sun with the gathering of the Bio-Energy World Congress and Exposition in Atlanta, Georgia, late in April, 2007. Nearly 1700 scientists, businessmen and policy-makers, one-quarter from the foreign nations, gathered for a week to d... | [
"Willow and sea plants.",
"Wood and grains.",
"Water and alcohol mixture.",
"Crops and oil mixture."
] | 3 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
Biomass energy , often forgotten as promising alternative to oil, received its day in the sun with the gathering of the Bio-Energy World Congress and Exposition in Atlanta, Georgia, late in April, 2007. Nearly 1700 scientists, businessmen and policy-makers, o... |
Dear Mrs.Denner, Over the past five months, your husband has been causing quite a commotion in our store. Our complaints against Mr.Denner are listed below: July 2:Set all the alarm clocks in house-wares to go off at 5-minute intervals . July 7: Made a trail of tomato juice on the floor leading to the women's restro... | [
"once poured some water on the carpet of the market",
"managed to get some shoppers to camp together with him",
"did all of these strange things due to his mental disease",
"was once warned not to do such strange things in the market"
] | 3 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
Dear Mrs.Denner, Over the past five months, your husband has been causing quite a commotion in our store. Our complaints against Mr.Denner are listed below: July 2:Set all the alarm clocks in house-wares to go off at 5-minute intervals . July 7: Made a trai... |
Which of the following would be considered nonliving? | [
"a hair still on your head",
"a rabbit hopping along",
"a fallen palm leaf",
"a human jogging down a track"
] | 2 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: Which of the following would be considered nonliving?
Answer: a fallen palm leaf |
Ship tourism to Antarctica is on the rise: More than 35,000 tourists are expected to visit Antarctic this summer. In 1992-1993, 6,750 visited Antarctica, according to the Antarctica Treaty. All of this tourism, however, is putting both tourists and the environment in great danger. Among the tourist ships that visit the... | [
"Supportive.",
"Positive.",
"Indifferent.",
"Anxious."
] | 3 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
Ship tourism to Antarctica is on the rise: More than 35,000 tourists are expected to visit Antarctic this summer. In 1992-1993, 6,750 visited Antarctica, according to the Antarctica Treaty. All of this tourism, however, is putting both tourists and the enviro... |
On June 11th, 2013, China sent up her tenth spaceship Shenzhou X into space successfully. And three astronauts went together with it. They were Nie Haisheng, Zhang Xiaoguang and Wang Yaping. Here is some information about the three astronauts. Nie Haisheng was born in September, 1964. He is from Xiangyang, Hubei. After... | [
"Fei Junlong",
"Zhang Xiaoguang",
"Wang Yaping",
"Nie Haisheng"
] | 3 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: On June 11th, 2013, China sent up her tenth spaceship Shenzhou X into space successfully. And three astronauts went together with it. They were Nie Haisheng, Zhang Xiaoguang and Wang Yaping. Here is some information about the three astronauts. Nie Hai... |
When Carrie Conley's husband left in the early 1960s, she started raising six children on her own. She took a job at a hospital, delivering meals to patients as what was called "a tray girl". Jerry Johnson, the youngest child in the family, was 5 years old when his dad left. Speaking with his mother recently, Joh... | [
"could spend Christmas with her children",
"wouldn't be fired by the company",
"could earn more money",
"would leave a good impression on her colleagues"
] | 2 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: When Carrie Conley's husband left in the early 1960s, she started raising six children on her own. She took a job at a hospital, delivering meals to patients as what was called "a tray girl". Jerry Johnson, the youngest child in the family, was ... |
Being that I worked in a grocery store for 7 years, I know quite a bit about impulsive purchases. In fact, I helped (sadly to say) push certain products by placing them in a certain fashion. Through said experience, I tend to know some of the best ways to counter the impulsive nature of buying things that are unnecessa... | [
"To talk about her own shopping experiences.",
"To give readers some advice about resisting buying unnecessary things.",
"To complain about some bad experiences.",
"To tell us she has the habit of buying things that are unnecessary."
] | 1 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: Being that I worked in a grocery store for 7 years, I know quite a bit about impulsive purchases. In fact, I helped (sadly to say) push certain products by placing them in a certain fashion. Through said experience, I tend to know some of the best way... |
Rice plants normally grow well in still water. But most will die if they are completely underwater for more than four days. Now, researchers have identified a gene that helps rice survive longer underwater. They say the discovery will lead to new kinds of rice plants that can survive flooding, and therefore reach the... | [
"To identify the gene that helps rice survive underwater.",
"To increase the ability of rice to fight against floods.",
"To help farmers spend less time removing weeds.",
"To make sure of enough food supplies."
] | 3 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: Rice plants normally grow well in still water. But most will die if they are completely underwater for more than four days. Now, researchers have identified a gene that helps rice survive longer underwater. They say the discovery will lead to new ki... |
Next autumn, studying for a degree in Britain will become more expensive, and the results are already clear. This week, figures from UCAS(the Universities and College Admissions service)show a 15-percent downturn in applications from this time last year. With fees having reached PS9,000 a year, some students are begin... | [
"The change in fees has had no effect on school-leavers.",
"Distance learning has the same advantages as campus-based learning.",
"Distance learning is so attractive that nobody wants to go to university any more.",
"Distance learning doesn't suit all subjects or all students."
] | 3 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
Next autumn, studying for a degree in Britain will become more expensive, and the results are already clear. This week, figures from UCAS(the Universities and College Admissions service)show a 15-percent downturn in applications from this time last year. Wit... |
No matter where you travel in Asia, you'll find yourself faced with a new culture, amazing food and special and friendly people. Here are some of these wonderful cities. Beijing, China Beijing serves as the capital of China. The city is old. In fact, almost all buildings have some cultural or historical signific... | [
"all once served as capitals",
"were all destroyed by war once",
"all have many tourist attractions to enjoy",
"all operate under their own laws"
] | 2 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
No matter where you travel in Asia, you'll find yourself faced with a new culture, amazing food and special and friendly people. Here are some of these wonderful cities. Beijing, China Beijing serves as the capital of China. The city is old. In fact, a... |
Hawaii is famous for its beaches. Every year water sports, especially surfing and water skiing attract many tourists to the island. Hawaii has been a magical name to people who like to travel for many years. People on both sides of the Pacific Ocean in Japan and in America, dream of seeing these beautiful islands in t... | [
"People really want to see the earliest beauty of Hawaii.",
"People often have a quiet, unhappy time walking along the water. C",
"People only in Japan dream of seeing the beautiful islands.",
"People found the beautiful red sand beaches in Hawaii."
] | 0 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: Hawaii is famous for its beaches. Every year water sports, especially surfing and water skiing attract many tourists to the island. Hawaii has been a magical name to people who like to travel for many years. People on both sides of the Pacific Ocean ... |
The scientist from the Lockheed Space Company work in Felton, California, with the help of a computer. But the computer is placed in Sunnyside, about 80 kilometers away. What scientists input is sent by telephone lines to the computer, and after a time, copies of the designs are needed back in Felton as quickly as po... | [
"Felton, California",
"the scientists",
"how to work with computers",
"sending prints by pigeon"
] | 3 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
The scientist from the Lockheed Space Company work in Felton, California, with the help of a computer. But the computer is placed in Sunnyside, about 80 kilometers away. What scientists input is sent by telephone lines to the computer, and after a time, cop... |
Mr Brown and Mr Green are in the garden. They are neighbours. Mr Green asks, "What's the matter?". Mr Brown says, "My house is too small! I want a big house!". Mr Green is very clever. He has a good idea. "Buy a dog!" says Mr Green. "A dog?" says Mr Brown. "That's a funny idea! Well, OK." So Mr Brown buys a dog. He put... | [
"In the garden.",
"In the bathroom.",
"In the bedroom.",
"In the living room."
] | 2 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: Mr Brown and Mr Green are in the garden. They are neighbours. Mr Green asks, "What's the matter?". Mr Brown says, "My house is too small! I want a big house!". Mr Green is very clever. He has a good idea. "Buy a dog!" says Mr Green. "A dog?" says Mr B... |
All my life I had loved airports.To me,they were fl kind of magic gateway to the world,but today it seemed like a cold and heartless place. "Well,here we are,the airport,"my sister said with fl sigh.As 1 watched her unload my luggage,I could see the sadness in her eyes.One last hug and a final good-bye and I would be o... | [
"The writer's sister gave it as a gift",
"The writer had put it in her own bag",
"The writer's sister received it as a present",
"The two sisters would write in it and share it"
] | 3 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
All my life I had loved airports.To me,they were fl kind of magic gateway to the world,but today it seemed like a cold and heartless place. "Well,here we are,the airport,"my sister said with fl sigh.As 1 watched her unload my luggage,I could see the sadness i... |
I am sitting in the examination hall among my classmates with a sheet of questions in front of me. The only difference between my classmates and me is that they are all busy filling out their sheets, while I am just sitting, staring at the wall in front of me. My mind silently fights to keep memories as I search for so... | [
"had difficulty with her studies",
"had too many materials for her essay",
"thought of her father seeing the title",
"knew nothing about her father"
] | 2 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: I am sitting in the examination hall among my classmates with a sheet of questions in front of me. The only difference between my classmates and me is that they are all busy filling out their sheets, while I am just sitting, staring at the wall in fro... |
Great Yarmouth is an English seaside town situated at the mouth of the River Yare, about 120 miles to the northeast of London. Around 5 million people visit Great Yarmouth every year, making it one of Britain's most popular seaside resorts. Formerly the home of one of the most profitable fishing industries, Great Yarmo... | [
"The fishing industry.",
"The oil and gas industry.",
"The wind power industry.",
"The tourist industry."
] | 2 | The following are multiple choice questions (with answers).
Great Yarmouth is an English seaside town situated at the mouth of the River Yare, about 120 miles to the northeast of London. Around 5 million people visit Great Yarmouth every year, making it one of Britain's most popular seaside resorts. Formerly the home ... |
When Geoff Marcy was 14, his parents bought him a telescope. Every night, he would go onto the roof outside his window to see the wonders of the sky. "What excited me most was whether there were planets in other solar systems where life might exist," he says. "I decided to try to find planets orbiting other stars like ... | [
"1995",
"1985",
"2002",
"1981"
] | 1 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: When Geoff Marcy was 14, his parents bought him a telescope. Every night, he would go onto the roof outside his window to see the wonders of the sky. "What excited me most was whether there were planets in other solar systems where life might exist," ... |
College life can become a great struggle because students have to balance school, a social life, and sometimes a job as well. The following steps could help the grades of college students. Go to class. Why did your parents pay for your tuition or why are your parents paying their taxes for financial aid? Even when ... | [
"Stay organized.",
"Maintain 100% effort throughout the semester.",
"You might get participation points, and the professor will also get to know you better.",
"The rest of the day would be your own time. E.Use your time effectively and efficiently. F.Find your own best method of studying. G.Balance work, scho... | 3 | Complete the following questions with the correct answer.
Question: College life can become a great struggle because students have to balance school, a social life, and sometimes a job as well. The following steps could help the grades of college students. Go to class. Why did your parents pay for your tuition or ... |
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