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"answer": 2,
"choices": [
"he was poor",
"he liked the rich man",
"his farm belonged to the rich man",
"the rich man's children liked apples"
],
"question": "Once there was a poor farmer and his farm belonged to a rich man. One day he brought a basket of apples to the rich man's house. On the doorsteps, he met two monkeys dressed like children. They jumped onto the basket to eat the apples and threw some on the ground. The farmer politely took off his hat and asked the monkeys to get off. They obeyed and the farmer went into the house. He asked to see the rich man. A servant took him to the room where the rich man was sitting. \"I have brought you the basket of apples you asked for,\" he said. \"But why have you brought a half-empty basket?\" the rich man asked. \"I met your children outside, and they stole some of the apples. Why did the farmer bring apples to the rich man? Because _",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 3,
"choices": [
"They jumped and jumped.",
"They played.",
"They ran away.",
"They ate some of the apples."
],
"question": "Once there was a poor farmer and his farm belonged to a rich man. One day he brought a basket of apples to the rich man's house. On the doorsteps, he met two monkeys dressed like children. They jumped onto the basket to eat the apples and threw some on the ground. The farmer politely took off his hat and asked the monkeys to get off. They obeyed and the farmer went into the house. He asked to see the rich man. A servant took him to the room where the rich man was sitting. \"I have brought you the basket of apples you asked for,\" he said. \"But why have you brought a half-empty basket?\" the rich man asked. \"I met your children outside, and they stole some of the apples. What did the monkeys do when the farmer was on the doorsteps?",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 1,
"choices": [
"they had thrown apples on the ground",
"the farmer had politely asked them to get off",
"they were afraid of the hat",
"the farmer was angry with them"
],
"question": "Once there was a poor farmer and his farm belonged to a rich man. One day he brought a basket of apples to the rich man's house. On the doorsteps, he met two monkeys dressed like children. They jumped onto the basket to eat the apples and threw some on the ground. The farmer politely took off his hat and asked the monkeys to get off. They obeyed and the farmer went into the house. He asked to see the rich man. A servant took him to the room where the rich man was sitting. \"I have brought you the basket of apples you asked for,\" he said. \"But why have you brought a half-empty basket?\" the rich man asked. \"I met your children outside, and they stole some of the apples. The monkeys left the basket because _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 1,
"choices": [
"pleased",
"unhappy",
"excited",
"moved"
],
"question": "Once there was a poor farmer and his farm belonged to a rich man. One day he brought a basket of apples to the rich man's house. On the doorsteps, he met two monkeys dressed like children. They jumped onto the basket to eat the apples and threw some on the ground. The farmer politely took off his hat and asked the monkeys to get off. They obeyed and the farmer went into the house. He asked to see the rich man. A servant took him to the room where the rich man was sitting. \"I have brought you the basket of apples you asked for,\" he said. \"But why have you brought a half-empty basket?\" the rich man asked. \"I met your children outside, and they stole some of the apples. How did the rich man feel when he saw the basket? He felt _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 1,
"choices": [
"following the space order.",
"making comparisons",
"giving examples",
"explaining the reason"
],
"question": "Once upon a time there were two smart boys. Their talents were obvious from an early age. They knew they were special, and they desired that, in the future, everyone would admit how great they were. They developed in a different way. The first boy had a successful career. He took part in all kinds of competitions, visited the most important people and places. No one doubted that he would be the wisest and most important person in the land. The second boy always felt a heavy responsibility. He would feel _ to help others. This didn't leave him enough time to follow his dreams of greatness. He was busy looking for ways to help others. As a result, he was a much-loved and well-known person in his small circle. A disaster took place, spreading misery there. The first man had never come across anything like this, and he failed to improve the situation. The second man was used to solving all kinds of problems, and had such useful know-how in certain subjects. So the disaster hardly affected the people at all. His methods were adopted there, and the name of this man spread even wider. Indeed, he was elected the governor of the nation. The first man understood the greatest wisdom is from the things we do in life, from the impact we have on others, and from the need to improve ourselves. He never again took part in competitions. Instead, he always took books with him to be ready to help others. The passage is mainly developed by _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 0,
"choices": [
"Both of them tried hard to deal with the disaster.",
"The second man wanted to have a successful career.",
"The second man wanted to take part in competitions.",
"The first man was a much-loved and well-known person in the land."
],
"question": "Once upon a time there were two smart boys. Their talents were obvious from an early age. They knew they were special, and they desired that, in the future, everyone would admit how great they were. They developed in a different way. The first boy had a successful career. He took part in all kinds of competitions, visited the most important people and places. No one doubted that he would be the wisest and most important person in the land. The second boy always felt a heavy responsibility. He would feel _ to help others. This didn't leave him enough time to follow his dreams of greatness. He was busy looking for ways to help others. As a result, he was a much-loved and well-known person in his small circle. A disaster took place, spreading misery there. The first man had never come across anything like this, and he failed to improve the situation. The second man was used to solving all kinds of problems, and had such useful know-how in certain subjects. So the disaster hardly affected the people at all. His methods were adopted there, and the name of this man spread even wider. Indeed, he was elected the governor of the nation. The first man understood the greatest wisdom is from the things we do in life, from the impact we have on others, and from the need to improve ourselves. He never again took part in competitions. Instead, he always took books with him to be ready to help others. What can we learn about the two young men?",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 3,
"choices": [
"To explain where to find scholarships for US colleges.",
"To inform readers of the scholarship application process.",
"To introduce some typical scholarships offered by US colleges.",
"To give tips on applying for US college scholarships."
],
"question": "Homework and stress are rarely reduced inside the classroom.Meanwhile,outside the classroom,the pressure is on to find scholarships for college. According to Braintrack,a higher education database with worldwide reach,more than 3 billion US dollars (18 billion yuan) in private scholarships are awarded to college students annually.Average awards range from $2,000 to $3,000. The scholarship application process is similar to the college application process: forms to be completed,test scores and transcripts to be sent,essays to be written and often interviews to be prepared for. A few great places to start looking for scholarships are: www.fastweb. com,www.Finaid. org and www.collegexpress.com.Check out the annual scholarship guidebooks Scholarships,Grants & Prizes by Peterson's and the Ultimate Scholarship Book: Billions of Dollars in Scholarships,Grants and Prizes by Gen Tanabe and Kelly Tanabe. Be selective.Thoroughly research the qualifications required by each of the scholarships.Don't waste your time applying for those that are need based if you can't produce the appropriate documents. Research past recipients .Check out the websites of the organizations sponsoring the scholarships.Many post the biographies of past recipients.You don't need to have cured cancer,but if you don't think your resume measures up to the past winners',you might be better served by moving onto the next scholarship on your list.Prepare for the interview. You'll want to dazzle them with your personality,but above all you'll want to be prepareD. Find someone you trust to conduct a similar interview with you - someone who will be honest with you and provide valuable suggestions. Let your personality shine through in your essays.The essays are the best way for students to share who they are,where they've come from,what they've overcome and so on.Tell your story in an interesting and persuasive way.And if you do have an interview,send a thank you note afterward. By Lee Bierer What is the author's main purpose in writing the article?",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 2,
"choices": [
"www.collegexpress.com",
"the annual scholarship guidebooks published by Peterson's",
"the websites of the organizations sponsoring the scholarships",
"The Ultimate Scholarship Book: Billions of Dollars in Scholarships,Grants and Prizes"
],
"question": "Homework and stress are rarely reduced inside the classroom.Meanwhile,outside the classroom,the pressure is on to find scholarships for college. According to Braintrack,a higher education database with worldwide reach,more than 3 billion US dollars (18 billion yuan) in private scholarships are awarded to college students annually.Average awards range from $2,000 to $3,000. The scholarship application process is similar to the college application process: forms to be completed,test scores and transcripts to be sent,essays to be written and often interviews to be prepared for. A few great places to start looking for scholarships are: www.fastweb. com,www.Finaid. org and www.collegexpress.com.Check out the annual scholarship guidebooks Scholarships,Grants & Prizes by Peterson's and the Ultimate Scholarship Book: Billions of Dollars in Scholarships,Grants and Prizes by Gen Tanabe and Kelly Tanabe. Be selective.Thoroughly research the qualifications required by each of the scholarships.Don't waste your time applying for those that are need based if you can't produce the appropriate documents. Research past recipients .Check out the websites of the organizations sponsoring the scholarships.Many post the biographies of past recipients.You don't need to have cured cancer,but if you don't think your resume measures up to the past winners',you might be better served by moving onto the next scholarship on your list.Prepare for the interview. You'll want to dazzle them with your personality,but above all you'll want to be prepareD. Find someone you trust to conduct a similar interview with you - someone who will be honest with you and provide valuable suggestions. Let your personality shine through in your essays.The essays are the best way for students to share who they are,where they've come from,what they've overcome and so on.Tell your story in an interesting and persuasive way.And if you do have an interview,send a thank you note afterward. By Lee Bierer If you want to learn about past recipients of a scholarship,you can use _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 2,
"choices": [
"apply for as many scholarships as you can",
"tell an interesting story in your essay",
"do a similar interview to help you prepare for the real one",
"have a talk with past recipients and try to talk like they do"
],
"question": "Homework and stress are rarely reduced inside the classroom.Meanwhile,outside the classroom,the pressure is on to find scholarships for college. According to Braintrack,a higher education database with worldwide reach,more than 3 billion US dollars (18 billion yuan) in private scholarships are awarded to college students annually.Average awards range from $2,000 to $3,000. The scholarship application process is similar to the college application process: forms to be completed,test scores and transcripts to be sent,essays to be written and often interviews to be prepared for. A few great places to start looking for scholarships are: www.fastweb. com,www.Finaid. org and www.collegexpress.com.Check out the annual scholarship guidebooks Scholarships,Grants & Prizes by Peterson's and the Ultimate Scholarship Book: Billions of Dollars in Scholarships,Grants and Prizes by Gen Tanabe and Kelly Tanabe. Be selective.Thoroughly research the qualifications required by each of the scholarships.Don't waste your time applying for those that are need based if you can't produce the appropriate documents. Research past recipients .Check out the websites of the organizations sponsoring the scholarships.Many post the biographies of past recipients.You don't need to have cured cancer,but if you don't think your resume measures up to the past winners',you might be better served by moving onto the next scholarship on your list.Prepare for the interview. You'll want to dazzle them with your personality,but above all you'll want to be prepareD. Find someone you trust to conduct a similar interview with you - someone who will be honest with you and provide valuable suggestions. Let your personality shine through in your essays.The essays are the best way for students to share who they are,where they've come from,what they've overcome and so on.Tell your story in an interesting and persuasive way.And if you do have an interview,send a thank you note afterward. By Lee Bierer To increase your chance of winning a scholarship,you are advised to _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 2,
"choices": [
"mum had been dead for a long time",
"mum had suffered a lot from the illness",
"it was true that mum had been dead",
"it was impossible to depend on mum"
],
"question": "This Mother's Day will be the 8thyear I have spent without my own mother. She _ less than a month before Mother's Day in the year 2000. She had been ill for almost two years, and I didn't cry when she died, or at her funeral, but on that first Mother's Day without her. On that day, I realized that this person I loved and depended on was gone forever. She still lives in family memories, in the thoughts of her friends and co-workers, in the values she had instilled in her children, and in the lovely flower gardens that she had so carefully tended. She loved her gladioli and irises. Each fall she would dig the bulbs out of the soil and carefully wrap them in paper. The bulbs would be stored until the following spring when they would be replanted. It seemed like a lot of effort to me, but each year her flower garden was more glorious than the year before. She put the same hard work into caring for her family, instilling in her children a sense of justice and fair play, compassion, and strong moral values so that we blossomed. Share anecdotes about your mother's life at your Mother's Day party. Too often, we avoid speaking of those loved ones who have passed away, fearful that we will unearth sad feelings. It doesn't have to be that way. Sharing fond memories and stories of the life we shared with her can be a healing process that binds the family together. My mother passed away when her oldest grandchild was only eight years old. Children will enjoy sharing pictures and stories of the grandmother they may have never known or have little memory of. Sharing anecdotes to pass on to the next generation will give children a feeling of family history and continuity, and may be one of the best ways to honor our mothers and grandmothers who have gone before us. On the first Mother's Day after mum died the author realized _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 0,
"choices": [
"they are simply afraid of causing sad feelings",
"they have forgotten their mums completely",
"they don't love their mums any longer",
"they think their mums have passed away"
],
"question": "This Mother's Day will be the 8thyear I have spent without my own mother. She _ less than a month before Mother's Day in the year 2000. She had been ill for almost two years, and I didn't cry when she died, or at her funeral, but on that first Mother's Day without her. On that day, I realized that this person I loved and depended on was gone forever. She still lives in family memories, in the thoughts of her friends and co-workers, in the values she had instilled in her children, and in the lovely flower gardens that she had so carefully tended. She loved her gladioli and irises. Each fall she would dig the bulbs out of the soil and carefully wrap them in paper. The bulbs would be stored until the following spring when they would be replanted. It seemed like a lot of effort to me, but each year her flower garden was more glorious than the year before. She put the same hard work into caring for her family, instilling in her children a sense of justice and fair play, compassion, and strong moral values so that we blossomed. Share anecdotes about your mother's life at your Mother's Day party. Too often, we avoid speaking of those loved ones who have passed away, fearful that we will unearth sad feelings. It doesn't have to be that way. Sharing fond memories and stories of the life we shared with her can be a healing process that binds the family together. My mother passed away when her oldest grandchild was only eight years old. Children will enjoy sharing pictures and stories of the grandmother they may have never known or have little memory of. Sharing anecdotes to pass on to the next generation will give children a feeling of family history and continuity, and may be one of the best ways to honor our mothers and grandmothers who have gone before us. At the Mother's Day party people don't mention their lost mums only because _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 1,
"choices": [
"spend the Mother's Day with our children",
"share the stories of them with the children",
"hold the Mother's Day party every year",
"plant beautiful flowers in the family garden"
],
"question": "This Mother's Day will be the 8thyear I have spent without my own mother. She _ less than a month before Mother's Day in the year 2000. She had been ill for almost two years, and I didn't cry when she died, or at her funeral, but on that first Mother's Day without her. On that day, I realized that this person I loved and depended on was gone forever. She still lives in family memories, in the thoughts of her friends and co-workers, in the values she had instilled in her children, and in the lovely flower gardens that she had so carefully tended. She loved her gladioli and irises. Each fall she would dig the bulbs out of the soil and carefully wrap them in paper. The bulbs would be stored until the following spring when they would be replanted. It seemed like a lot of effort to me, but each year her flower garden was more glorious than the year before. She put the same hard work into caring for her family, instilling in her children a sense of justice and fair play, compassion, and strong moral values so that we blossomed. Share anecdotes about your mother's life at your Mother's Day party. Too often, we avoid speaking of those loved ones who have passed away, fearful that we will unearth sad feelings. It doesn't have to be that way. Sharing fond memories and stories of the life we shared with her can be a healing process that binds the family together. My mother passed away when her oldest grandchild was only eight years old. Children will enjoy sharing pictures and stories of the grandmother they may have never known or have little memory of. Sharing anecdotes to pass on to the next generation will give children a feeling of family history and continuity, and may be one of the best ways to honor our mothers and grandmothers who have gone before us. In order to show honor to our mothers and grandmothers we can _ .",
"subject": ""
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"answer": 1,
"choices": [
"a good job",
"a career expert",
"a well-written resume",
"some money"
],
"question": "It's AOL Jobs Week. We'll have many job listings, so settle in and get your resume ready. And be sure to check out the rest of our Jobs Week content: from resume writing and networking to day jobs and time management to getting a new restaurant off the ground. Lastly, don't forget to enter our sweepstakes for a chance to win a personal session with one of our career experts! *Customer Service Workers Median salary: US$31,547 Top cities for hiring: Houston, Texas; Chicago, Illinois; Atlanta, Georgia We've all dealt with customer service representatives, those disembodied voices helping you over the phone with various company or purchase-related matters. Love them or hate them, the customer service field is currently blowing up in the United States--big time. *Warehouse Workers Median salary: US$29,357 Top cities for hiring: Houston, Texas; Chicago, Illinois; Columbus, Ohio Without warehouse workers, everything we've ever purchased would still be sitting in a building somewhere. The rise of online shopping sites like Amazon has made warehouses a hot spot for hiring. *Accountants Median salary: US$63,550 Top cities for hiring: Chicago, Illinois; Houston, Texas; New York Death and taxes may be two reasons for the popularity of accounting jobs, which are frequently in high demand. You'll need to become a CPA (Certified Public Accountant) to get started. But while some jobs are at the mercy of the economy, the economy itself isn't going away. Neither are accountants. *Human Resources Managers Median salary: US$99,720 Top cities for hiring: Chicago, Illinois; Houston, Texas; New York Speaking of job security, workers in company's human resources department are always needed to find and assess new hires, along with countless other tasks essential to keeping a company well-peopled. CareerCast named it one of the ten best jobs of 2016, because it has high income and low stress. If you are lucky you can have access to _ through the Jobs Week sweepstakes.",
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"answer": 1,
"choices": [
"customer service worker",
"warehouse worker",
"accountant",
"human resources manager"
],
"question": "It's AOL Jobs Week. We'll have many job listings, so settle in and get your resume ready. And be sure to check out the rest of our Jobs Week content: from resume writing and networking to day jobs and time management to getting a new restaurant off the ground. Lastly, don't forget to enter our sweepstakes for a chance to win a personal session with one of our career experts! *Customer Service Workers Median salary: US$31,547 Top cities for hiring: Houston, Texas; Chicago, Illinois; Atlanta, Georgia We've all dealt with customer service representatives, those disembodied voices helping you over the phone with various company or purchase-related matters. Love them or hate them, the customer service field is currently blowing up in the United States--big time. *Warehouse Workers Median salary: US$29,357 Top cities for hiring: Houston, Texas; Chicago, Illinois; Columbus, Ohio Without warehouse workers, everything we've ever purchased would still be sitting in a building somewhere. The rise of online shopping sites like Amazon has made warehouses a hot spot for hiring. *Accountants Median salary: US$63,550 Top cities for hiring: Chicago, Illinois; Houston, Texas; New York Death and taxes may be two reasons for the popularity of accounting jobs, which are frequently in high demand. You'll need to become a CPA (Certified Public Accountant) to get started. But while some jobs are at the mercy of the economy, the economy itself isn't going away. Neither are accountants. *Human Resources Managers Median salary: US$99,720 Top cities for hiring: Chicago, Illinois; Houston, Texas; New York Speaking of job security, workers in company's human resources department are always needed to find and assess new hires, along with countless other tasks essential to keeping a company well-peopled. CareerCast named it one of the ten best jobs of 2016, because it has high income and low stress. If an employee wants to work in Columbus, he can choose to work as a(n) _ .",
"subject": ""
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"answer": 3,
"choices": [
"demanding",
"secure",
"stressful",
"well-paid"
],
"question": "It's AOL Jobs Week. We'll have many job listings, so settle in and get your resume ready. And be sure to check out the rest of our Jobs Week content: from resume writing and networking to day jobs and time management to getting a new restaurant off the ground. Lastly, don't forget to enter our sweepstakes for a chance to win a personal session with one of our career experts! *Customer Service Workers Median salary: US$31,547 Top cities for hiring: Houston, Texas; Chicago, Illinois; Atlanta, Georgia We've all dealt with customer service representatives, those disembodied voices helping you over the phone with various company or purchase-related matters. Love them or hate them, the customer service field is currently blowing up in the United States--big time. *Warehouse Workers Median salary: US$29,357 Top cities for hiring: Houston, Texas; Chicago, Illinois; Columbus, Ohio Without warehouse workers, everything we've ever purchased would still be sitting in a building somewhere. The rise of online shopping sites like Amazon has made warehouses a hot spot for hiring. *Accountants Median salary: US$63,550 Top cities for hiring: Chicago, Illinois; Houston, Texas; New York Death and taxes may be two reasons for the popularity of accounting jobs, which are frequently in high demand. You'll need to become a CPA (Certified Public Accountant) to get started. But while some jobs are at the mercy of the economy, the economy itself isn't going away. Neither are accountants. *Human Resources Managers Median salary: US$99,720 Top cities for hiring: Chicago, Illinois; Houston, Texas; New York Speaking of job security, workers in company's human resources department are always needed to find and assess new hires, along with countless other tasks essential to keeping a company well-peopled. CareerCast named it one of the ten best jobs of 2016, because it has high income and low stress. The job of a human resources manager is considered to be _ .",
"subject": ""
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"answer": 2,
"choices": [
"Start a Good Career Path in Jobs Week",
"Fashionable Jobs in the United States",
"Jobs Week: Find Your Next Job Here!",
"Introduction to Jobs Week"
],
"question": "It's AOL Jobs Week. We'll have many job listings, so settle in and get your resume ready. And be sure to check out the rest of our Jobs Week content: from resume writing and networking to day jobs and time management to getting a new restaurant off the ground. Lastly, don't forget to enter our sweepstakes for a chance to win a personal session with one of our career experts! *Customer Service Workers Median salary: US$31,547 Top cities for hiring: Houston, Texas; Chicago, Illinois; Atlanta, Georgia We've all dealt with customer service representatives, those disembodied voices helping you over the phone with various company or purchase-related matters. Love them or hate them, the customer service field is currently blowing up in the United States--big time. *Warehouse Workers Median salary: US$29,357 Top cities for hiring: Houston, Texas; Chicago, Illinois; Columbus, Ohio Without warehouse workers, everything we've ever purchased would still be sitting in a building somewhere. The rise of online shopping sites like Amazon has made warehouses a hot spot for hiring. *Accountants Median salary: US$63,550 Top cities for hiring: Chicago, Illinois; Houston, Texas; New York Death and taxes may be two reasons for the popularity of accounting jobs, which are frequently in high demand. You'll need to become a CPA (Certified Public Accountant) to get started. But while some jobs are at the mercy of the economy, the economy itself isn't going away. Neither are accountants. *Human Resources Managers Median salary: US$99,720 Top cities for hiring: Chicago, Illinois; Houston, Texas; New York Speaking of job security, workers in company's human resources department are always needed to find and assess new hires, along with countless other tasks essential to keeping a company well-peopled. CareerCast named it one of the ten best jobs of 2016, because it has high income and low stress. What is the best title for the passage?",
"subject": ""
} |
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"answer": 0,
"choices": [
"what a parrot thinks",
"why a parrot can speak",
"how parrots make sounds",
"if parrots speak English"
],
"question": "In 1977, Irene Pepperberg of Harvard University began studying what was on another creature's mind by talking to it. Her first experiments began with Alex. Alex was a one-year-old African grey parrot and Irene taught him to produce the sounds of the English language. \"I thought if he learned to communicate, I could ask him questions about how he sees the world.\" At the time, most scientists didn't believe animals had any thoughts. They thought animals were more like robots but didn't have the ability to think or feel. Of course, if you own a pet you probably disagree. But it is the job of a scientist to prove this and nowadays more scientists accept that animals can think for themselves. \"That's why I started my studies with Alex,\" Irene said, \"Some people actually called me crazy for trying this.\" Nowadays, we have more and more evidence that animals have all sorts of mental abilities. Sheep can recognize faces. Chimpanzees use a variety of tools and even use weapons to hunt. And Alex the parrot became a very good talker. Thirty years after the Alex studies began. Irene was still giving him English lessons up until his recent death. For example, if Alex was hungry he could say \"want grape\". Alex could count to six and was learning the sounds for seven and eight. \"He has to hear the words over and over before he can correctly say them.\" Irene said, after pronouncing \"seven\" for Alex a few times in a row. Alex could also tell the difference between colors, shapes, sizes, and materials (e.g. wood and metal). Before he finally died, Alex managed to say \"seven\". Another famous pet that proved some animals have greater mental skills was a dog called Rico. He appeared on a German TV game show in 2011. Rico knew the names of 200 different toys and easily learned the names of new ones. When Rico became famous, many other dog owners wanted to show how clever their pets were. Another dog called Betsy could understand 300 words. One theory for dogs' ability to learn a language is that they have ben close companions to humans for many centuries and so their ability to understand us is constantly evolving . While animals can't do what humans do yet, some scientists believe that examples like Alex and Rico prove that evolution develops intelligence, as well as physical appearance. Irene wanted to find out _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 3,
"choices": [
"singing them",
"reading them",
"writing them",
"rehearing them"
],
"question": "In 1977, Irene Pepperberg of Harvard University began studying what was on another creature's mind by talking to it. Her first experiments began with Alex. Alex was a one-year-old African grey parrot and Irene taught him to produce the sounds of the English language. \"I thought if he learned to communicate, I could ask him questions about how he sees the world.\" At the time, most scientists didn't believe animals had any thoughts. They thought animals were more like robots but didn't have the ability to think or feel. Of course, if you own a pet you probably disagree. But it is the job of a scientist to prove this and nowadays more scientists accept that animals can think for themselves. \"That's why I started my studies with Alex,\" Irene said, \"Some people actually called me crazy for trying this.\" Nowadays, we have more and more evidence that animals have all sorts of mental abilities. Sheep can recognize faces. Chimpanzees use a variety of tools and even use weapons to hunt. And Alex the parrot became a very good talker. Thirty years after the Alex studies began. Irene was still giving him English lessons up until his recent death. For example, if Alex was hungry he could say \"want grape\". Alex could count to six and was learning the sounds for seven and eight. \"He has to hear the words over and over before he can correctly say them.\" Irene said, after pronouncing \"seven\" for Alex a few times in a row. Alex could also tell the difference between colors, shapes, sizes, and materials (e.g. wood and metal). Before he finally died, Alex managed to say \"seven\". Another famous pet that proved some animals have greater mental skills was a dog called Rico. He appeared on a German TV game show in 2011. Rico knew the names of 200 different toys and easily learned the names of new ones. When Rico became famous, many other dog owners wanted to show how clever their pets were. Another dog called Betsy could understand 300 words. One theory for dogs' ability to learn a language is that they have ben close companions to humans for many centuries and so their ability to understand us is constantly evolving . While animals can't do what humans do yet, some scientists believe that examples like Alex and Rico prove that evolution develops intelligence, as well as physical appearance. Alex learnt new words by _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 0,
"choices": [
"understand some words",
"recognize strange voices",
"copy human gestures",
"tell different colors"
],
"question": "In 1977, Irene Pepperberg of Harvard University began studying what was on another creature's mind by talking to it. Her first experiments began with Alex. Alex was a one-year-old African grey parrot and Irene taught him to produce the sounds of the English language. \"I thought if he learned to communicate, I could ask him questions about how he sees the world.\" At the time, most scientists didn't believe animals had any thoughts. They thought animals were more like robots but didn't have the ability to think or feel. Of course, if you own a pet you probably disagree. But it is the job of a scientist to prove this and nowadays more scientists accept that animals can think for themselves. \"That's why I started my studies with Alex,\" Irene said, \"Some people actually called me crazy for trying this.\" Nowadays, we have more and more evidence that animals have all sorts of mental abilities. Sheep can recognize faces. Chimpanzees use a variety of tools and even use weapons to hunt. And Alex the parrot became a very good talker. Thirty years after the Alex studies began. Irene was still giving him English lessons up until his recent death. For example, if Alex was hungry he could say \"want grape\". Alex could count to six and was learning the sounds for seven and eight. \"He has to hear the words over and over before he can correctly say them.\" Irene said, after pronouncing \"seven\" for Alex a few times in a row. Alex could also tell the difference between colors, shapes, sizes, and materials (e.g. wood and metal). Before he finally died, Alex managed to say \"seven\". Another famous pet that proved some animals have greater mental skills was a dog called Rico. He appeared on a German TV game show in 2011. Rico knew the names of 200 different toys and easily learned the names of new ones. When Rico became famous, many other dog owners wanted to show how clever their pets were. Another dog called Betsy could understand 300 words. One theory for dogs' ability to learn a language is that they have ben close companions to humans for many centuries and so their ability to understand us is constantly evolving . While animals can't do what humans do yet, some scientists believe that examples like Alex and Rico prove that evolution develops intelligence, as well as physical appearance. The two dogs mentioned in the article could _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 3,
"choices": [
"our pets understand what we say",
"dogs may speak to humans one day",
"humans are related to chimpanzees",
"mental ability can evolve in animals"
],
"question": "In 1977, Irene Pepperberg of Harvard University began studying what was on another creature's mind by talking to it. Her first experiments began with Alex. Alex was a one-year-old African grey parrot and Irene taught him to produce the sounds of the English language. \"I thought if he learned to communicate, I could ask him questions about how he sees the world.\" At the time, most scientists didn't believe animals had any thoughts. They thought animals were more like robots but didn't have the ability to think or feel. Of course, if you own a pet you probably disagree. But it is the job of a scientist to prove this and nowadays more scientists accept that animals can think for themselves. \"That's why I started my studies with Alex,\" Irene said, \"Some people actually called me crazy for trying this.\" Nowadays, we have more and more evidence that animals have all sorts of mental abilities. Sheep can recognize faces. Chimpanzees use a variety of tools and even use weapons to hunt. And Alex the parrot became a very good talker. Thirty years after the Alex studies began. Irene was still giving him English lessons up until his recent death. For example, if Alex was hungry he could say \"want grape\". Alex could count to six and was learning the sounds for seven and eight. \"He has to hear the words over and over before he can correctly say them.\" Irene said, after pronouncing \"seven\" for Alex a few times in a row. Alex could also tell the difference between colors, shapes, sizes, and materials (e.g. wood and metal). Before he finally died, Alex managed to say \"seven\". Another famous pet that proved some animals have greater mental skills was a dog called Rico. He appeared on a German TV game show in 2011. Rico knew the names of 200 different toys and easily learned the names of new ones. When Rico became famous, many other dog owners wanted to show how clever their pets were. Another dog called Betsy could understand 300 words. One theory for dogs' ability to learn a language is that they have ben close companions to humans for many centuries and so their ability to understand us is constantly evolving . While animals can't do what humans do yet, some scientists believe that examples like Alex and Rico prove that evolution develops intelligence, as well as physical appearance. The article concludes that _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 2,
"choices": [
"doctor",
"farmer",
"landlord",
"waiter"
],
"question": "Smith was a landlord . He loved money very much and never gave anything to anybody. Soon he became rich. One day the weather was fine. There wasn't a cloud in the sky and the sun was very warm. The landlord was walking along a river with his friends, when, all of a sudden, he slipped and fell into it. He cried, \"Help! Help!\" One of his friends held out his hand and said, \"Give me your hand and I will pull you out.\" The landlord's head went under the water and then came up again, but he did not give his hand to his friends. Then another of his friends tried but the same thing happened. Just then a farmer came over and saw all this. He knew the landlord very well. He said to the others, \"Let me try.\" He held out his hand and said to the landlord,\" Take my hand and I will pull you out.\" Hearing this, the landlord took the farmer's hand, and in a minute the farmer pulled the landlord out of the water. All the others got very surprised at this and asked the farmer, \"Why did he give his hand to you but not to us?\" The farmer said, \"You don't know your friend very well, When you say 'give' to him, he does nothing, but when you say 'take', he takes.\" Smith was a _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 1,
"choices": [
"always",
"never",
"often",
"sometimes"
],
"question": "Smith was a landlord . He loved money very much and never gave anything to anybody. Soon he became rich. One day the weather was fine. There wasn't a cloud in the sky and the sun was very warm. The landlord was walking along a river with his friends, when, all of a sudden, he slipped and fell into it. He cried, \"Help! Help!\" One of his friends held out his hand and said, \"Give me your hand and I will pull you out.\" The landlord's head went under the water and then came up again, but he did not give his hand to his friends. Then another of his friends tried but the same thing happened. Just then a farmer came over and saw all this. He knew the landlord very well. He said to the others, \"Let me try.\" He held out his hand and said to the landlord,\" Take my hand and I will pull you out.\" Hearing this, the landlord took the farmer's hand, and in a minute the farmer pulled the landlord out of the water. All the others got very surprised at this and asked the farmer, \"Why did he give his hand to you but not to us?\" The farmer said, \"You don't know your friend very well, When you say 'give' to him, he does nothing, but when you say 'take', he takes.\" Smith became very rich, because he _ gave anything to anybody.",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 0,
"choices": [
"river",
"park",
"street",
"lake"
],
"question": "Smith was a landlord . He loved money very much and never gave anything to anybody. Soon he became rich. One day the weather was fine. There wasn't a cloud in the sky and the sun was very warm. The landlord was walking along a river with his friends, when, all of a sudden, he slipped and fell into it. He cried, \"Help! Help!\" One of his friends held out his hand and said, \"Give me your hand and I will pull you out.\" The landlord's head went under the water and then came up again, but he did not give his hand to his friends. Then another of his friends tried but the same thing happened. Just then a farmer came over and saw all this. He knew the landlord very well. He said to the others, \"Let me try.\" He held out his hand and said to the landlord,\" Take my hand and I will pull you out.\" Hearing this, the landlord took the farmer's hand, and in a minute the farmer pulled the landlord out of the water. All the others got very surprised at this and asked the farmer, \"Why did he give his hand to you but not to us?\" The farmer said, \"You don't know your friend very well, When you say 'give' to him, he does nothing, but when you say 'take', he takes.\" One day Smith was walking along a _ with his friends.",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 3,
"choices": [
"in",
"into",
"down",
"out"
],
"question": "Smith was a landlord . He loved money very much and never gave anything to anybody. Soon he became rich. One day the weather was fine. There wasn't a cloud in the sky and the sun was very warm. The landlord was walking along a river with his friends, when, all of a sudden, he slipped and fell into it. He cried, \"Help! Help!\" One of his friends held out his hand and said, \"Give me your hand and I will pull you out.\" The landlord's head went under the water and then came up again, but he did not give his hand to his friends. Then another of his friends tried but the same thing happened. Just then a farmer came over and saw all this. He knew the landlord very well. He said to the others, \"Let me try.\" He held out his hand and said to the landlord,\" Take my hand and I will pull you out.\" Hearing this, the landlord took the farmer's hand, and in a minute the farmer pulled the landlord out of the water. All the others got very surprised at this and asked the farmer, \"Why did he give his hand to you but not to us?\" The farmer said, \"You don't know your friend very well, When you say 'give' to him, he does nothing, but when you say 'take', he takes.\" The rich man held _ his hand when he heard \"Take my hand.\"",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 2,
"choices": [
"his friends",
"his wife",
"the farmer",
"his children"
],
"question": "Smith was a landlord . He loved money very much and never gave anything to anybody. Soon he became rich. One day the weather was fine. There wasn't a cloud in the sky and the sun was very warm. The landlord was walking along a river with his friends, when, all of a sudden, he slipped and fell into it. He cried, \"Help! Help!\" One of his friends held out his hand and said, \"Give me your hand and I will pull you out.\" The landlord's head went under the water and then came up again, but he did not give his hand to his friends. Then another of his friends tried but the same thing happened. Just then a farmer came over and saw all this. He knew the landlord very well. He said to the others, \"Let me try.\" He held out his hand and said to the landlord,\" Take my hand and I will pull you out.\" Hearing this, the landlord took the farmer's hand, and in a minute the farmer pulled the landlord out of the water. All the others got very surprised at this and asked the farmer, \"Why did he give his hand to you but not to us?\" The farmer said, \"You don't know your friend very well, When you say 'give' to him, he does nothing, but when you say 'take', he takes.\" Who knew the rich man very well?",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 3,
"choices": [
"Near a river.",
"In a city.",
"In a mountain.",
"At the seaside."
],
"question": "Our flat was on the fifth floor but you could still hear the roar of the ocean and see the stars at night. I used to take long walks along the water. The food in town was delicious and the people were very friendly. The area was very quiet and peaceful, and fairly deserted. The last evening of our vacation, however, we all heard strange footsteps following closely behind us as we were walking up to our flat in the holiday centre. We turned around and noticed a fairly young man moving very rapidly across the beach and getting closer to us. He was tall and wore a baseball cap. We couldn't see his face and he was approaching us very rapidly. The man's actions made my dad very nervous. Dad warned us that we'd better try to make it to our flat as quickly as possible. I didn't like my dad's voice; I could hear fear in it. It was late and we were all alone. We didn't have any cell phones on us. I never saw Dad as worried as he was then and I knew that something was terribly wrong. The sense of fear started to overwhelm Mom and me. We had had such a good time in town. Now, the night was rapidly turning into a dangerous situation. We could hear the man's footsteps getting closer. Dad's face was almost pale. The so-called intruder had moved nearer and nearer when all of a sudden, the nearby vending machine started going crazy and spitting out cans of soda! The noise actually scared the intruder and he ran out of sight. My parents were shaking, but we all turned around to see who had put money into the vending machine downstairs, and actually saved us, but no one was around at all. Not a soul. It's one vacation I will never forget. Where did the writer spend her vacation?",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 2,
"choices": [
"Their quick action.",
"Other people's kind help.",
"The noise from the vending machine.",
"The young man's warning."
],
"question": "Our flat was on the fifth floor but you could still hear the roar of the ocean and see the stars at night. I used to take long walks along the water. The food in town was delicious and the people were very friendly. The area was very quiet and peaceful, and fairly deserted. The last evening of our vacation, however, we all heard strange footsteps following closely behind us as we were walking up to our flat in the holiday centre. We turned around and noticed a fairly young man moving very rapidly across the beach and getting closer to us. He was tall and wore a baseball cap. We couldn't see his face and he was approaching us very rapidly. The man's actions made my dad very nervous. Dad warned us that we'd better try to make it to our flat as quickly as possible. I didn't like my dad's voice; I could hear fear in it. It was late and we were all alone. We didn't have any cell phones on us. I never saw Dad as worried as he was then and I knew that something was terribly wrong. The sense of fear started to overwhelm Mom and me. We had had such a good time in town. Now, the night was rapidly turning into a dangerous situation. We could hear the man's footsteps getting closer. Dad's face was almost pale. The so-called intruder had moved nearer and nearer when all of a sudden, the nearby vending machine started going crazy and spitting out cans of soda! The noise actually scared the intruder and he ran out of sight. My parents were shaking, but we all turned around to see who had put money into the vending machine downstairs, and actually saved us, but no one was around at all. Not a soul. It's one vacation I will never forget. What helped them get rid of the trouble?",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 2,
"choices": [
"in the morning",
"in the afternoon",
"in the evening",
"at night"
],
"question": "It was already dark when an old man came to a small town. He found an inn and wanted to stay there for the night. After he had gone to his room, the owner said to his wife, \"Look at his bag, dear. I'm sure there are lots of valuable things in it. I want to steal it when he is asleep.\" \"No, no,\" said the woman. \"He must look for his bag tomorrow morning. Then he'll take you before the judge.\" They thought and at last the woman had an idea. \"We have forgetful grass,\" said the woman, \"Why not put some into his food? If he has the food, he will forget to take his bag away.\" \"How clever you are!\" said the owner, \"Don't forget it when you prepare supper for him.\" The old man had the food with the forgetful grass and went to bed. The next morning, when the owner got up, he found the door was open and the old man had left with his bag. He woke his wife up and said angrily, \"What a fool! Your forgetful grass isn't useful at all.\" \"No, no,\" said the woman. \"I don't think so. He must forget something.\" \"Oh, I've remembered!\" The owner cried out suddenly, \"He forgot...\" The old man came to the inn _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 0,
"choices": [
"get the man's bag",
"steal the man's money",
"make the man pay them more",
"hide the man's bag"
],
"question": "It was already dark when an old man came to a small town. He found an inn and wanted to stay there for the night. After he had gone to his room, the owner said to his wife, \"Look at his bag, dear. I'm sure there are lots of valuable things in it. I want to steal it when he is asleep.\" \"No, no,\" said the woman. \"He must look for his bag tomorrow morning. Then he'll take you before the judge.\" They thought and at last the woman had an idea. \"We have forgetful grass,\" said the woman, \"Why not put some into his food? If he has the food, he will forget to take his bag away.\" \"How clever you are!\" said the owner, \"Don't forget it when you prepare supper for him.\" The old man had the food with the forgetful grass and went to bed. The next morning, when the owner got up, he found the door was open and the old man had left with his bag. He woke his wife up and said angrily, \"What a fool! Your forgetful grass isn't useful at all.\" \"No, no,\" said the woman. \"I don't think so. He must forget something.\" \"Oh, I've remembered!\" The owner cried out suddenly, \"He forgot...\" The owner and his wife wanted to _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 2,
"choices": [
"the old man always forgot something",
"they wanted to make the food better",
"they hoped the old man would leave the bag in the inn",
"they wanted to know if the grass was useful"
],
"question": "It was already dark when an old man came to a small town. He found an inn and wanted to stay there for the night. After he had gone to his room, the owner said to his wife, \"Look at his bag, dear. I'm sure there are lots of valuable things in it. I want to steal it when he is asleep.\" \"No, no,\" said the woman. \"He must look for his bag tomorrow morning. Then he'll take you before the judge.\" They thought and at last the woman had an idea. \"We have forgetful grass,\" said the woman, \"Why not put some into his food? If he has the food, he will forget to take his bag away.\" \"How clever you are!\" said the owner, \"Don't forget it when you prepare supper for him.\" The old man had the food with the forgetful grass and went to bed. The next morning, when the owner got up, he found the door was open and the old man had left with his bag. He woke his wife up and said angrily, \"What a fool! Your forgetful grass isn't useful at all.\" \"No, no,\" said the woman. \"I don't think so. He must forget something.\" \"Oh, I've remembered!\" The owner cried out suddenly, \"He forgot...\" The owner and his wife put the forgetful grass into the food because _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 3,
"choices": [
"to take his bag away",
"to tell the owner when he left",
"to close the door when he went to sleep",
"to pay them the inn money"
],
"question": "It was already dark when an old man came to a small town. He found an inn and wanted to stay there for the night. After he had gone to his room, the owner said to his wife, \"Look at his bag, dear. I'm sure there are lots of valuable things in it. I want to steal it when he is asleep.\" \"No, no,\" said the woman. \"He must look for his bag tomorrow morning. Then he'll take you before the judge.\" They thought and at last the woman had an idea. \"We have forgetful grass,\" said the woman, \"Why not put some into his food? If he has the food, he will forget to take his bag away.\" \"How clever you are!\" said the owner, \"Don't forget it when you prepare supper for him.\" The old man had the food with the forgetful grass and went to bed. The next morning, when the owner got up, he found the door was open and the old man had left with his bag. He woke his wife up and said angrily, \"What a fool! Your forgetful grass isn't useful at all.\" \"No, no,\" said the woman. \"I don't think so. He must forget something.\" \"Oh, I've remembered!\" The owner cried out suddenly, \"He forgot...\" According to the passage the old man forgot _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 1,
"choices": [
"Both the owner and his wife were clever.",
"The owner of the inn got nothing from the old man.",
"The old man left the inn without his bag.",
"The woman forget to put the grass into the food."
],
"question": "It was already dark when an old man came to a small town. He found an inn and wanted to stay there for the night. After he had gone to his room, the owner said to his wife, \"Look at his bag, dear. I'm sure there are lots of valuable things in it. I want to steal it when he is asleep.\" \"No, no,\" said the woman. \"He must look for his bag tomorrow morning. Then he'll take you before the judge.\" They thought and at last the woman had an idea. \"We have forgetful grass,\" said the woman, \"Why not put some into his food? If he has the food, he will forget to take his bag away.\" \"How clever you are!\" said the owner, \"Don't forget it when you prepare supper for him.\" The old man had the food with the forgetful grass and went to bed. The next morning, when the owner got up, he found the door was open and the old man had left with his bag. He woke his wife up and said angrily, \"What a fool! Your forgetful grass isn't useful at all.\" \"No, no,\" said the woman. \"I don't think so. He must forget something.\" \"Oh, I've remembered!\" The owner cried out suddenly, \"He forgot...\" Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage?",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 2,
"choices": [
"There is a strange mix of people.",
"The restaurants are expensive.",
"The bill is not fairly shared.",
"People have to pay cash."
],
"question": "I hated dinner parties. But I decided to give them another _ because I'm in London. And my friend Mallery invited me. And because dinner parties in London are very different from those in New York, \"I'm having a dinner party\" means: \"I'm booking a table for 12 at a restaurant and we'll be sharing the cheque evenly , no matter what you eat.\" In Manhattan there is always someone who leaves before the bill arrives. They'll throw down cash, half of what they owe, and then people like me, who don't drink, end up paying even more. But if you try to use the same trick, the hostess will shout: \"Where are you going ?\" And I cannot say I have somewhere to go because everyone knows I have nowhere to go. But in London, dinner parties are in people's homes. Not only that, the guests are an interesting mix. The last time I went to one, the guests were from France, India, Denmark and Nigeria; it was like a gathering at the United Nations. In New York, the mix is less striking. It's like a gathering at Bloomingdatle's, a well-known department store. For New Yorkers, talking about other parts of the world means Brooklyn and Queens in New York. But at Mallery's, when I said that I had been to Myanmar recently, people knew where it was, while In New York people would think it was a usual club. What does the writer dislike most about dinner parties in New York?",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 3,
"choices": [
"A bit unusual",
"Full of tricks",
"Less costly",
"More interesting"
],
"question": "I hated dinner parties. But I decided to give them another _ because I'm in London. And my friend Mallery invited me. And because dinner parties in London are very different from those in New York, \"I'm having a dinner party\" means: \"I'm booking a table for 12 at a restaurant and we'll be sharing the cheque evenly , no matter what you eat.\" In Manhattan there is always someone who leaves before the bill arrives. They'll throw down cash, half of what they owe, and then people like me, who don't drink, end up paying even more. But if you try to use the same trick, the hostess will shout: \"Where are you going ?\" And I cannot say I have somewhere to go because everyone knows I have nowhere to go. But in London, dinner parties are in people's homes. Not only that, the guests are an interesting mix. The last time I went to one, the guests were from France, India, Denmark and Nigeria; it was like a gathering at the United Nations. In New York, the mix is less striking. It's like a gathering at Bloomingdatle's, a well-known department store. For New Yorkers, talking about other parts of the world means Brooklyn and Queens in New York. But at Mallery's, when I said that I had been to Myanmar recently, people knew where it was, while In New York people would think it was a usual club. What does the author think of the parties in London?",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 1,
"choices": [
"Easy-going.",
"Self-centered.",
"Generous.",
"Conservative."
],
"question": "I hated dinner parties. But I decided to give them another _ because I'm in London. And my friend Mallery invited me. And because dinner parties in London are very different from those in New York, \"I'm having a dinner party\" means: \"I'm booking a table for 12 at a restaurant and we'll be sharing the cheque evenly , no matter what you eat.\" In Manhattan there is always someone who leaves before the bill arrives. They'll throw down cash, half of what they owe, and then people like me, who don't drink, end up paying even more. But if you try to use the same trick, the hostess will shout: \"Where are you going ?\" And I cannot say I have somewhere to go because everyone knows I have nowhere to go. But in London, dinner parties are in people's homes. Not only that, the guests are an interesting mix. The last time I went to one, the guests were from France, India, Denmark and Nigeria; it was like a gathering at the United Nations. In New York, the mix is less striking. It's like a gathering at Bloomingdatle's, a well-known department store. For New Yorkers, talking about other parts of the world means Brooklyn and Queens in New York. But at Mallery's, when I said that I had been to Myanmar recently, people knew where it was, while In New York people would think it was a usual club. What is the author's opinion of some New Yorkers from her experience?",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 0,
"choices": [
"Some students might drop out of high school.",
"The teachers monitored the students' homework.",
"The students themselves solved all their problems.",
"The teachers evaluate the students' performances."
],
"question": "A group of eight public high school students in Massachusetts, aged l5 to l7,designed and ran their own school within a school. They named their practice the Independent Project. They represented the usual range: two were close to dropping out before they started the project,while others were honors students. Their guidance teacher was their adviser, consulting with them when the group encountered difficulties. Though they sought advice from English,math and science teachers, they were responsible for monitoring one another's work and giving one another feedback. There were no grades, but at the end of the term,the students wrote evaluations of their classmates. The students also designed their own course. In addition to some regular courses,they each took on an 'individual project',learning to play the piano or to cook,writing a novel or making a video about domestic violence. At the end of the term,they performed their new skills in front of the entire school. The last part of their self - designed course was to do a 'collective project' that had social significance. Because they felt the whole experience had been so life - changing,they ended up making a film showing how other students could start and run their own schools. The project was a success. After returning to their traditional study,the students have high motivation and are doing well. One student who had failed all of his previous math courses spent three weeks teaching the others about probability. The lesson learned here is that if students are given the opportunity to take control or contribute significantly to their own learning they will become more accomplished,more engaged and more knowledgeable. The students in the project are remarkable because they demonstrate the kinds of learning and personal growth that are possible when teenagers feel ownership of their high school experience,learn things that matter to them and learn together. Which of the following statements is TRUE?",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 3,
"choices": [
"didn't need to learn common lessons",
"tended to escape from the whole society",
"were unwilling to share their experiences",
"focused on self-study and working together"
],
"question": "A group of eight public high school students in Massachusetts, aged l5 to l7,designed and ran their own school within a school. They named their practice the Independent Project. They represented the usual range: two were close to dropping out before they started the project,while others were honors students. Their guidance teacher was their adviser, consulting with them when the group encountered difficulties. Though they sought advice from English,math and science teachers, they were responsible for monitoring one another's work and giving one another feedback. There were no grades, but at the end of the term,the students wrote evaluations of their classmates. The students also designed their own course. In addition to some regular courses,they each took on an 'individual project',learning to play the piano or to cook,writing a novel or making a video about domestic violence. At the end of the term,they performed their new skills in front of the entire school. The last part of their self - designed course was to do a 'collective project' that had social significance. Because they felt the whole experience had been so life - changing,they ended up making a film showing how other students could start and run their own schools. The project was a success. After returning to their traditional study,the students have high motivation and are doing well. One student who had failed all of his previous math courses spent three weeks teaching the others about probability. The lesson learned here is that if students are given the opportunity to take control or contribute significantly to their own learning they will become more accomplished,more engaged and more knowledgeable. The students in the project are remarkable because they demonstrate the kinds of learning and personal growth that are possible when teenagers feel ownership of their high school experience,learn things that matter to them and learn together. The students involved in the Independent Project _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 3,
"choices": [
"they are unusually talented",
"they have better backgrounds",
"they have supportive teachers",
"they are owners of their education"
],
"question": "A group of eight public high school students in Massachusetts, aged l5 to l7,designed and ran their own school within a school. They named their practice the Independent Project. They represented the usual range: two were close to dropping out before they started the project,while others were honors students. Their guidance teacher was their adviser, consulting with them when the group encountered difficulties. Though they sought advice from English,math and science teachers, they were responsible for monitoring one another's work and giving one another feedback. There were no grades, but at the end of the term,the students wrote evaluations of their classmates. The students also designed their own course. In addition to some regular courses,they each took on an 'individual project',learning to play the piano or to cook,writing a novel or making a video about domestic violence. At the end of the term,they performed their new skills in front of the entire school. The last part of their self - designed course was to do a 'collective project' that had social significance. Because they felt the whole experience had been so life - changing,they ended up making a film showing how other students could start and run their own schools. The project was a success. After returning to their traditional study,the students have high motivation and are doing well. One student who had failed all of his previous math courses spent three weeks teaching the others about probability. The lesson learned here is that if students are given the opportunity to take control or contribute significantly to their own learning they will become more accomplished,more engaged and more knowledgeable. The students in the project are remarkable because they demonstrate the kinds of learning and personal growth that are possible when teenagers feel ownership of their high school experience,learn things that matter to them and learn together. The project made the students outstanding because _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 1,
"choices": [
"Structure the kids' days to the minute",
"Let kids rule their own school within a school",
"Offer students few opportunities to do anything",
"Provide traditional education to the students"
],
"question": "A group of eight public high school students in Massachusetts, aged l5 to l7,designed and ran their own school within a school. They named their practice the Independent Project. They represented the usual range: two were close to dropping out before they started the project,while others were honors students. Their guidance teacher was their adviser, consulting with them when the group encountered difficulties. Though they sought advice from English,math and science teachers, they were responsible for monitoring one another's work and giving one another feedback. There were no grades, but at the end of the term,the students wrote evaluations of their classmates. The students also designed their own course. In addition to some regular courses,they each took on an 'individual project',learning to play the piano or to cook,writing a novel or making a video about domestic violence. At the end of the term,they performed their new skills in front of the entire school. The last part of their self - designed course was to do a 'collective project' that had social significance. Because they felt the whole experience had been so life - changing,they ended up making a film showing how other students could start and run their own schools. The project was a success. After returning to their traditional study,the students have high motivation and are doing well. One student who had failed all of his previous math courses spent three weeks teaching the others about probability. The lesson learned here is that if students are given the opportunity to take control or contribute significantly to their own learning they will become more accomplished,more engaged and more knowledgeable. The students in the project are remarkable because they demonstrate the kinds of learning and personal growth that are possible when teenagers feel ownership of their high school experience,learn things that matter to them and learn together. What would be the best title of the text?",
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"answer": 1,
"choices": [
"to fund people travelling around the world",
"to collect money to realize special dreams",
"to help people deal with any trouble",
"to support its users to communicate online"
],
"question": "Chris Waddell wants to climb Kilimanjaro in a wheelchair; George Del Barrio wants to make a film in Cambodia; Jeff Edwards wants to write a book: they want you to fund their dreams. A website called Kickstarter.com is making it possible for people like this to raise money from a few hundred to tens of thousands of dollars to fund anything that catches the imagination of Internet users with a little money to spare. It worked for Emily Richmond, a 24-year-old living in Los Angeles who plans to sail solo around the world for two years. She's raised $ 8,142 from 148 people who'll receive gifts such as photos from the trip or a telephone call when she crosses the equator . \"This was a perfect learning experience for my daughter,\" Landon Ray said, adding that he also dreamed of sailing the world himself. Jason Bitner's plan for $ 7,500 to pay for a film about the small Midwestern town of La Porte, was so popular that it raised $ 12,153. It's about a record of pictures by a photographer who died in 1971. About a third of his supporters were friends and family. Others include people of La Porte but also people from as far as Australia. \"It's a creative marketplace,\" said Jonathan Scott Chinn, who is collecting $16,500 to make a short film. \"You're given the opportunity to make yourself known, and if it's really interesting, it'll take off.\" Independent singer & songwriter Brad Skistimas, 26, has been using the Internet for eight years to promote his one-man band Five Times August. He used Kickstarter to raise $ 20,000 to help his new album Life As A Song. \"It's a great way to get in touch with fans,\" Skistimas said. \"I was marketing to my own fans, so I said 'If you want more music from me, now's a great time to help me out'\" . According to the text, Kickstarter. com is a website _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 3,
"choices": [
"She has finished her solo sail.",
"She has planned for two years.",
"Her solo sail needs about $ 8,142.",
"Her solo sail will last about two years."
],
"question": "Chris Waddell wants to climb Kilimanjaro in a wheelchair; George Del Barrio wants to make a film in Cambodia; Jeff Edwards wants to write a book: they want you to fund their dreams. A website called Kickstarter.com is making it possible for people like this to raise money from a few hundred to tens of thousands of dollars to fund anything that catches the imagination of Internet users with a little money to spare. It worked for Emily Richmond, a 24-year-old living in Los Angeles who plans to sail solo around the world for two years. She's raised $ 8,142 from 148 people who'll receive gifts such as photos from the trip or a telephone call when she crosses the equator . \"This was a perfect learning experience for my daughter,\" Landon Ray said, adding that he also dreamed of sailing the world himself. Jason Bitner's plan for $ 7,500 to pay for a film about the small Midwestern town of La Porte, was so popular that it raised $ 12,153. It's about a record of pictures by a photographer who died in 1971. About a third of his supporters were friends and family. Others include people of La Porte but also people from as far as Australia. \"It's a creative marketplace,\" said Jonathan Scott Chinn, who is collecting $16,500 to make a short film. \"You're given the opportunity to make yourself known, and if it's really interesting, it'll take off.\" Independent singer & songwriter Brad Skistimas, 26, has been using the Internet for eight years to promote his one-man band Five Times August. He used Kickstarter to raise $ 20,000 to help his new album Life As A Song. \"It's a great way to get in touch with fans,\" Skistimas said. \"I was marketing to my own fans, so I said 'If you want more music from me, now's a great time to help me out'\" . What do we know about Emily Richmond?",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 0,
"choices": [
"one needs to attract interest when collecting money.",
"it is very easy to collect money",
"sending photos is good to thank supporters",
"it is a hard learning experience"
],
"question": "Chris Waddell wants to climb Kilimanjaro in a wheelchair; George Del Barrio wants to make a film in Cambodia; Jeff Edwards wants to write a book: they want you to fund their dreams. A website called Kickstarter.com is making it possible for people like this to raise money from a few hundred to tens of thousands of dollars to fund anything that catches the imagination of Internet users with a little money to spare. It worked for Emily Richmond, a 24-year-old living in Los Angeles who plans to sail solo around the world for two years. She's raised $ 8,142 from 148 people who'll receive gifts such as photos from the trip or a telephone call when she crosses the equator . \"This was a perfect learning experience for my daughter,\" Landon Ray said, adding that he also dreamed of sailing the world himself. Jason Bitner's plan for $ 7,500 to pay for a film about the small Midwestern town of La Porte, was so popular that it raised $ 12,153. It's about a record of pictures by a photographer who died in 1971. About a third of his supporters were friends and family. Others include people of La Porte but also people from as far as Australia. \"It's a creative marketplace,\" said Jonathan Scott Chinn, who is collecting $16,500 to make a short film. \"You're given the opportunity to make yourself known, and if it's really interesting, it'll take off.\" Independent singer & songwriter Brad Skistimas, 26, has been using the Internet for eight years to promote his one-man band Five Times August. He used Kickstarter to raise $ 20,000 to help his new album Life As A Song. \"It's a great way to get in touch with fans,\" Skistimas said. \"I was marketing to my own fans, so I said 'If you want more music from me, now's a great time to help me out'\" . Emily Richmond's success showed that _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 2,
"choices": [
"to make more music",
"to make a film about himself",
"to make an advertisement about him",
"to sell his new album Life As A Song"
],
"question": "Chris Waddell wants to climb Kilimanjaro in a wheelchair; George Del Barrio wants to make a film in Cambodia; Jeff Edwards wants to write a book: they want you to fund their dreams. A website called Kickstarter.com is making it possible for people like this to raise money from a few hundred to tens of thousands of dollars to fund anything that catches the imagination of Internet users with a little money to spare. It worked for Emily Richmond, a 24-year-old living in Los Angeles who plans to sail solo around the world for two years. She's raised $ 8,142 from 148 people who'll receive gifts such as photos from the trip or a telephone call when she crosses the equator . \"This was a perfect learning experience for my daughter,\" Landon Ray said, adding that he also dreamed of sailing the world himself. Jason Bitner's plan for $ 7,500 to pay for a film about the small Midwestern town of La Porte, was so popular that it raised $ 12,153. It's about a record of pictures by a photographer who died in 1971. About a third of his supporters were friends and family. Others include people of La Porte but also people from as far as Australia. \"It's a creative marketplace,\" said Jonathan Scott Chinn, who is collecting $16,500 to make a short film. \"You're given the opportunity to make yourself known, and if it's really interesting, it'll take off.\" Independent singer & songwriter Brad Skistimas, 26, has been using the Internet for eight years to promote his one-man band Five Times August. He used Kickstarter to raise $ 20,000 to help his new album Life As A Song. \"It's a great way to get in touch with fans,\" Skistimas said. \"I was marketing to my own fans, so I said 'If you want more music from me, now's a great time to help me out'\" . According to Brad Skistimas, Kickstarter. com is a good place _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 3,
"choices": [
"The Internet Is a Big Market",
"The Internet Is a Bank for Your Life",
"The Internet Helps Sell Your Products",
"The Internet Can Help Fund Your Dream"
],
"question": "Chris Waddell wants to climb Kilimanjaro in a wheelchair; George Del Barrio wants to make a film in Cambodia; Jeff Edwards wants to write a book: they want you to fund their dreams. A website called Kickstarter.com is making it possible for people like this to raise money from a few hundred to tens of thousands of dollars to fund anything that catches the imagination of Internet users with a little money to spare. It worked for Emily Richmond, a 24-year-old living in Los Angeles who plans to sail solo around the world for two years. She's raised $ 8,142 from 148 people who'll receive gifts such as photos from the trip or a telephone call when she crosses the equator . \"This was a perfect learning experience for my daughter,\" Landon Ray said, adding that he also dreamed of sailing the world himself. Jason Bitner's plan for $ 7,500 to pay for a film about the small Midwestern town of La Porte, was so popular that it raised $ 12,153. It's about a record of pictures by a photographer who died in 1971. About a third of his supporters were friends and family. Others include people of La Porte but also people from as far as Australia. \"It's a creative marketplace,\" said Jonathan Scott Chinn, who is collecting $16,500 to make a short film. \"You're given the opportunity to make yourself known, and if it's really interesting, it'll take off.\" Independent singer & songwriter Brad Skistimas, 26, has been using the Internet for eight years to promote his one-man band Five Times August. He used Kickstarter to raise $ 20,000 to help his new album Life As A Song. \"It's a great way to get in touch with fans,\" Skistimas said. \"I was marketing to my own fans, so I said 'If you want more music from me, now's a great time to help me out'\" . What would be the best title for the text?",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 0,
"choices": [
"Movie World",
"Sea World",
"Tropical Fruit World",
"Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary"
],
"question": "Gold Coast theme parks come in all shapes and sizes and whether you like roller coasters or patting furry animals, you're sure to find something. Movie World Movie World is the only movie-related theme park in Australia. With one of the best coasts and a good handful of movie-related rides, you'll experience a fun-filled adventure with the glamour of Hollywood. Get \"behind the scenes\" movie information and stunt shows to keep the whole family entertained for the best part of a day. Contact Information: Phone: 07--5573--8485 Address: Pacific Motorway, Oxenford, Queensland 4210 Website: www. movieworld.com.au Sea World With an obvious emphasis on things that live in the water, Sea World has a fantastic range of fish, sharks, dolphins, seals, polar bears and other assorted animals in the water. Throw in a bunch of great rides, water slides and roller coasters, and Sea World emerges as perhaps the best all-round theme park on the Gold Coast. Contact information: Phone: 07--5588--2222 Address: Sea World Drive, Main Beach, Queensland 42 Website: www. seaworld. com.au Tropical Fruit World Home of the world's largest varieties of bizarre, and wonderful fruits, or you can pay to check out the plantation safaris , mini-train rides, jungle cruises and fruit tasting shows. Admission is about $32 for adults and %15 for kids and free for kids under 5.anbah Road, Duran Contact Information: Phone: 02--6677--7222 Address: Duranbah Road, Duranbah, NSW 2487 Website: www. tropicalfruitworld. com. au Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Crocodiles, kangaroos, koala and almost all of the other famous Australian native animals are living in Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. You can look at them, feel and pat some of them or just experience the fantastic 27 hectare bush land setting--an oasis of wildlife amidst the Gold Coast bustle. Contact Information: Phone: 07--5534--1266 Address: 28 Tomewin Street Currumbin, Queensland 4223 Website: www. currumbin. sanctuary. org. au If you want to watch stunt shows, you can go to _ .",
"subject": ""
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"answer": 1,
"choices": [
"In Movie World, you can get close to some Hollywood stars.",
"Things living in water are emphasized in Sea World.",
"If you want to know information about Sea World, you should dial 02--6677--7222.",
"There are many movie-related theme parks in Australia."
],
"question": "Gold Coast theme parks come in all shapes and sizes and whether you like roller coasters or patting furry animals, you're sure to find something. Movie World Movie World is the only movie-related theme park in Australia. With one of the best coasts and a good handful of movie-related rides, you'll experience a fun-filled adventure with the glamour of Hollywood. Get \"behind the scenes\" movie information and stunt shows to keep the whole family entertained for the best part of a day. Contact Information: Phone: 07--5573--8485 Address: Pacific Motorway, Oxenford, Queensland 4210 Website: www. movieworld.com.au Sea World With an obvious emphasis on things that live in the water, Sea World has a fantastic range of fish, sharks, dolphins, seals, polar bears and other assorted animals in the water. Throw in a bunch of great rides, water slides and roller coasters, and Sea World emerges as perhaps the best all-round theme park on the Gold Coast. Contact information: Phone: 07--5588--2222 Address: Sea World Drive, Main Beach, Queensland 42 Website: www. seaworld. com.au Tropical Fruit World Home of the world's largest varieties of bizarre, and wonderful fruits, or you can pay to check out the plantation safaris , mini-train rides, jungle cruises and fruit tasting shows. Admission is about $32 for adults and %15 for kids and free for kids under 5.anbah Road, Duran Contact Information: Phone: 02--6677--7222 Address: Duranbah Road, Duranbah, NSW 2487 Website: www. tropicalfruitworld. com. au Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Crocodiles, kangaroos, koala and almost all of the other famous Australian native animals are living in Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. You can look at them, feel and pat some of them or just experience the fantastic 27 hectare bush land setting--an oasis of wildlife amidst the Gold Coast bustle. Contact Information: Phone: 07--5534--1266 Address: 28 Tomewin Street Currumbin, Queensland 4223 Website: www. currumbin. sanctuary. org. au Which of the following is true?",
"subject": ""
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"answer": 1,
"choices": [
"$79",
"$64",
"$47",
"$32"
],
"question": "Gold Coast theme parks come in all shapes and sizes and whether you like roller coasters or patting furry animals, you're sure to find something. Movie World Movie World is the only movie-related theme park in Australia. With one of the best coasts and a good handful of movie-related rides, you'll experience a fun-filled adventure with the glamour of Hollywood. Get \"behind the scenes\" movie information and stunt shows to keep the whole family entertained for the best part of a day. Contact Information: Phone: 07--5573--8485 Address: Pacific Motorway, Oxenford, Queensland 4210 Website: www. movieworld.com.au Sea World With an obvious emphasis on things that live in the water, Sea World has a fantastic range of fish, sharks, dolphins, seals, polar bears and other assorted animals in the water. Throw in a bunch of great rides, water slides and roller coasters, and Sea World emerges as perhaps the best all-round theme park on the Gold Coast. Contact information: Phone: 07--5588--2222 Address: Sea World Drive, Main Beach, Queensland 42 Website: www. seaworld. com.au Tropical Fruit World Home of the world's largest varieties of bizarre, and wonderful fruits, or you can pay to check out the plantation safaris , mini-train rides, jungle cruises and fruit tasting shows. Admission is about $32 for adults and %15 for kids and free for kids under 5.anbah Road, Duran Contact Information: Phone: 02--6677--7222 Address: Duranbah Road, Duranbah, NSW 2487 Website: www. tropicalfruitworld. com. au Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Crocodiles, kangaroos, koala and almost all of the other famous Australian native animals are living in Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. You can look at them, feel and pat some of them or just experience the fantastic 27 hectare bush land setting--an oasis of wildlife amidst the Gold Coast bustle. Contact Information: Phone: 07--5534--1266 Address: 28 Tomewin Street Currumbin, Queensland 4223 Website: www. currumbin. sanctuary. org. au If a couple and their 4-year-old son want to visit Tropical Fruit World, they must pay _ .",
"subject": ""
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{
"answer": 1,
"choices": [
"look at many animals living in the water",
"experience the fantastic bush land setting",
"take part in a hunt",
"ride on the roller coaster"
],
"question": "Gold Coast theme parks come in all shapes and sizes and whether you like roller coasters or patting furry animals, you're sure to find something. Movie World Movie World is the only movie-related theme park in Australia. With one of the best coasts and a good handful of movie-related rides, you'll experience a fun-filled adventure with the glamour of Hollywood. Get \"behind the scenes\" movie information and stunt shows to keep the whole family entertained for the best part of a day. Contact Information: Phone: 07--5573--8485 Address: Pacific Motorway, Oxenford, Queensland 4210 Website: www. movieworld.com.au Sea World With an obvious emphasis on things that live in the water, Sea World has a fantastic range of fish, sharks, dolphins, seals, polar bears and other assorted animals in the water. Throw in a bunch of great rides, water slides and roller coasters, and Sea World emerges as perhaps the best all-round theme park on the Gold Coast. Contact information: Phone: 07--5588--2222 Address: Sea World Drive, Main Beach, Queensland 42 Website: www. seaworld. com.au Tropical Fruit World Home of the world's largest varieties of bizarre, and wonderful fruits, or you can pay to check out the plantation safaris , mini-train rides, jungle cruises and fruit tasting shows. Admission is about $32 for adults and %15 for kids and free for kids under 5.anbah Road, Duran Contact Information: Phone: 02--6677--7222 Address: Duranbah Road, Duranbah, NSW 2487 Website: www. tropicalfruitworld. com. au Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Crocodiles, kangaroos, koala and almost all of the other famous Australian native animals are living in Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. You can look at them, feel and pat some of them or just experience the fantastic 27 hectare bush land setting--an oasis of wildlife amidst the Gold Coast bustle. Contact Information: Phone: 07--5534--1266 Address: 28 Tomewin Street Currumbin, Queensland 4223 Website: www. currumbin. sanctuary. org. au If you go to Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, you can _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
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"answer": 2,
"choices": [
"had just broken out",
"had been put out",
"was spreading violently",
"was coming to an end"
],
"question": "No one knows yet the _ number of lives which have been lost in this terrible fire .But reports suggest that it is more than one hundred . A wall of flames fifty feet high and at least one hundred and fifty miles wide is now racing towards the forests and rich farmlands of southern Victoria . Towns less than one hundred miles from Melbourne will be in danger unless the wind changes . People are rushing excitedly into the streets . The police have warned them not to see the fire but many people are doing so . The cause of the fire is unknown . No rain has fallen in this part of Australia for three months , and the hot , north-west wind from the great central desert is blowing at more than thirty miles an hour . The firefighters are travelling to the fire by road , rail and air . But it is not easy to get there . Flames and fallen trees have cut off or blocked roads and railway lines . The thick smoke often prevents them from finding the air strips . It is said that the fire has brought the greater danger to the country since the Second World War . By the time the article was written , the fire _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 0,
"choices": [
"the fire was terrible and dangerous",
"it was impossible to put out the fire",
"more than one hundred people died of the fire",
"to join in the fight against the fire"
],
"question": "No one knows yet the _ number of lives which have been lost in this terrible fire .But reports suggest that it is more than one hundred . A wall of flames fifty feet high and at least one hundred and fifty miles wide is now racing towards the forests and rich farmlands of southern Victoria . Towns less than one hundred miles from Melbourne will be in danger unless the wind changes . People are rushing excitedly into the streets . The police have warned them not to see the fire but many people are doing so . The cause of the fire is unknown . No rain has fallen in this part of Australia for three months , and the hot , north-west wind from the great central desert is blowing at more than thirty miles an hour . The firefighters are travelling to the fire by road , rail and air . But it is not easy to get there . Flames and fallen trees have cut off or blocked roads and railway lines . The thick smoke often prevents them from finding the air strips . It is said that the fire has brought the greater danger to the country since the Second World War . The writer wrote this article mainly to tell people _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 0,
"choices": [
"fraud on the Internet",
"computer hackers",
"illegal web site",
"shopping on line"
],
"question": "How to Beat On-line Credit-card Thieves The Internet has led to a huge increase in credit-card fraud. Your card information could even be for sale in an illegal web site. Web sites offering cheap services should be regarded with care. On-line shoppers who enter their credit-card information may never receive the goods they thought they bought. The thieves then go shopping with your card number--- or sell the information over internet. Computers hackers have broken down security systems raising questions about the safety of cardholder information. Several months ago, 25,000 customers of CD Universe, and on-line music retailer , were not lucky. Their name, addresses and credit-card numbers were posted on a web site after the retailer refused to pay US $157,828 to get back the information. Credit-card firms are now fighting against on-line fraud. Master-card is working on plans for Web-only credit card, with a lower credit limit. The card could be used only for shopping on-line. However, there are a few simple steps you can take to keep from being cheated. Ask about your credit-firm's on-line rules. Under British law, cardholders are responsible for the first US $78 of any fraudulent spending. And shop only at secure sites: Send your credit-card information only if the web site offers advanced secure system. If the security is in place, a letter will appear in the bottom right-hand corner of your screen. The web site address may also start the extra \"s\" stands for secure. If you still have any doubt, give your credit-card information over the telephone. Keep your password safe: Most on-line sites require a user name and password before placing an order. Treat your password with care. What do most people worry about the Internet according to this passage?",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 3,
"choices": [
"1",
"2",
"3",
"4"
],
"question": "How to Beat On-line Credit-card Thieves The Internet has led to a huge increase in credit-card fraud. Your card information could even be for sale in an illegal web site. Web sites offering cheap services should be regarded with care. On-line shoppers who enter their credit-card information may never receive the goods they thought they bought. The thieves then go shopping with your card number--- or sell the information over internet. Computers hackers have broken down security systems raising questions about the safety of cardholder information. Several months ago, 25,000 customers of CD Universe, and on-line music retailer , were not lucky. Their name, addresses and credit-card numbers were posted on a web site after the retailer refused to pay US $157,828 to get back the information. Credit-card firms are now fighting against on-line fraud. Master-card is working on plans for Web-only credit card, with a lower credit limit. The card could be used only for shopping on-line. However, there are a few simple steps you can take to keep from being cheated. Ask about your credit-firm's on-line rules. Under British law, cardholders are responsible for the first US $78 of any fraudulent spending. And shop only at secure sites: Send your credit-card information only if the web site offers advanced secure system. If the security is in place, a letter will appear in the bottom right-hand corner of your screen. The web site address may also start the extra \"s\" stands for secure. If you still have any doubt, give your credit-card information over the telephone. Keep your password safe: Most on-line sites require a user name and password before placing an order. Treat your password with care. How many pieces of advice does the passage give to you?",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 2,
"choices": [
"You can go to the website and buy it without doubt.",
"Send your credit card information as soon as the web asks you to do so.",
"Give your credit card information over telephone if you have doubt.",
"Don't pay money until your TV set is sent to you."
],
"question": "How to Beat On-line Credit-card Thieves The Internet has led to a huge increase in credit-card fraud. Your card information could even be for sale in an illegal web site. Web sites offering cheap services should be regarded with care. On-line shoppers who enter their credit-card information may never receive the goods they thought they bought. The thieves then go shopping with your card number--- or sell the information over internet. Computers hackers have broken down security systems raising questions about the safety of cardholder information. Several months ago, 25,000 customers of CD Universe, and on-line music retailer , were not lucky. Their name, addresses and credit-card numbers were posted on a web site after the retailer refused to pay US $157,828 to get back the information. Credit-card firms are now fighting against on-line fraud. Master-card is working on plans for Web-only credit card, with a lower credit limit. The card could be used only for shopping on-line. However, there are a few simple steps you can take to keep from being cheated. Ask about your credit-firm's on-line rules. Under British law, cardholders are responsible for the first US $78 of any fraudulent spending. And shop only at secure sites: Send your credit-card information only if the web site offers advanced secure system. If the security is in place, a letter will appear in the bottom right-hand corner of your screen. The web site address may also start the extra \"s\" stands for secure. If you still have any doubt, give your credit-card information over the telephone. Keep your password safe: Most on-line sites require a user name and password before placing an order. Treat your password with care. You are shopping on the web and you want to buy a TV set, what does this article suggest doing?",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 1,
"choices": [
"Computer hackers sold the retailer's information to a web site to get money.",
"A reliable website offers you an advanced secure system.",
"You can depend on the password to protect your information.",
"The on-line credit-card thieves stole your credit-card and paid with it."
],
"question": "How to Beat On-line Credit-card Thieves The Internet has led to a huge increase in credit-card fraud. Your card information could even be for sale in an illegal web site. Web sites offering cheap services should be regarded with care. On-line shoppers who enter their credit-card information may never receive the goods they thought they bought. The thieves then go shopping with your card number--- or sell the information over internet. Computers hackers have broken down security systems raising questions about the safety of cardholder information. Several months ago, 25,000 customers of CD Universe, and on-line music retailer , were not lucky. Their name, addresses and credit-card numbers were posted on a web site after the retailer refused to pay US $157,828 to get back the information. Credit-card firms are now fighting against on-line fraud. Master-card is working on plans for Web-only credit card, with a lower credit limit. The card could be used only for shopping on-line. However, there are a few simple steps you can take to keep from being cheated. Ask about your credit-firm's on-line rules. Under British law, cardholders are responsible for the first US $78 of any fraudulent spending. And shop only at secure sites: Send your credit-card information only if the web site offers advanced secure system. If the security is in place, a letter will appear in the bottom right-hand corner of your screen. The web site address may also start the extra \"s\" stands for secure. If you still have any doubt, give your credit-card information over the telephone. Keep your password safe: Most on-line sites require a user name and password before placing an order. Treat your password with care. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 2,
"choices": [
"How to Save Our Planet",
"How to Change Our Daily Habits",
"Tips for Green Living Today",
"Green Living and Serious Pollution"
],
"question": "Following some of the tips for green living helps save our planet. All of these involve just a few changes to our daily habits. Just walk and limit the use of your car. One of the poster images of pollution is our vehicles. It burns fuel. It is not as efficient as we hope it could be, and we use it every single day. To lessen the effects of the air pollution caused by our vehicles, we should limit their use. If we can walk to our destination then just let us go. Not only do we lessen our carbon dioxide emissions, but we also get a good exercise out of it. Use a laptop instead of a computer desktop. Laptops are more energy efficient compared to their bigger counterparts. A laptop is generally 50 percent more efficient in using electricity. Aside from that there are other benefits of a laptop. It is portable so you can work anywhere you like and that you get powerful features without the large size of desktop units. Turn off the faucet while you are brushing your teeth. It is always a better idea to use a glass when we are brushing our teeth and not to just let the faucet keep on running. Therefore,there is less water to waste while we are cleaning our pearly whites. Simply turn off the faucet when you are not using it. Make good use of natural light. We have a great and natural lamp --- the sun, and we should learn how to take full advantage of it during daytime. So instead of turning on our lights or lamps even if it is still not evening, we should pull up the drapes and let the natural light come in from the windows. These are just some of the best tips for green living, but of course there are still many of these tips if you just search for them. But you can do your own variation any time just always prioritize how you can use less energy and produce even lesser trash and pollution. What's the best title for the passage?",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 3,
"choices": [
"less energy efficient",
"faster at work",
"easy to repair",
"easy to carry"
],
"question": "Following some of the tips for green living helps save our planet. All of these involve just a few changes to our daily habits. Just walk and limit the use of your car. One of the poster images of pollution is our vehicles. It burns fuel. It is not as efficient as we hope it could be, and we use it every single day. To lessen the effects of the air pollution caused by our vehicles, we should limit their use. If we can walk to our destination then just let us go. Not only do we lessen our carbon dioxide emissions, but we also get a good exercise out of it. Use a laptop instead of a computer desktop. Laptops are more energy efficient compared to their bigger counterparts. A laptop is generally 50 percent more efficient in using electricity. Aside from that there are other benefits of a laptop. It is portable so you can work anywhere you like and that you get powerful features without the large size of desktop units. Turn off the faucet while you are brushing your teeth. It is always a better idea to use a glass when we are brushing our teeth and not to just let the faucet keep on running. Therefore,there is less water to waste while we are cleaning our pearly whites. Simply turn off the faucet when you are not using it. Make good use of natural light. We have a great and natural lamp --- the sun, and we should learn how to take full advantage of it during daytime. So instead of turning on our lights or lamps even if it is still not evening, we should pull up the drapes and let the natural light come in from the windows. These are just some of the best tips for green living, but of course there are still many of these tips if you just search for them. But you can do your own variation any time just always prioritize how you can use less energy and produce even lesser trash and pollution. Compared with a computer desktop, a laptop _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 1,
"choices": [
"Three",
"Four",
"Five",
"Six"
],
"question": "Following some of the tips for green living helps save our planet. All of these involve just a few changes to our daily habits. Just walk and limit the use of your car. One of the poster images of pollution is our vehicles. It burns fuel. It is not as efficient as we hope it could be, and we use it every single day. To lessen the effects of the air pollution caused by our vehicles, we should limit their use. If we can walk to our destination then just let us go. Not only do we lessen our carbon dioxide emissions, but we also get a good exercise out of it. Use a laptop instead of a computer desktop. Laptops are more energy efficient compared to their bigger counterparts. A laptop is generally 50 percent more efficient in using electricity. Aside from that there are other benefits of a laptop. It is portable so you can work anywhere you like and that you get powerful features without the large size of desktop units. Turn off the faucet while you are brushing your teeth. It is always a better idea to use a glass when we are brushing our teeth and not to just let the faucet keep on running. Therefore,there is less water to waste while we are cleaning our pearly whites. Simply turn off the faucet when you are not using it. Make good use of natural light. We have a great and natural lamp --- the sun, and we should learn how to take full advantage of it during daytime. So instead of turning on our lights or lamps even if it is still not evening, we should pull up the drapes and let the natural light come in from the windows. These are just some of the best tips for green living, but of course there are still many of these tips if you just search for them. But you can do your own variation any time just always prioritize how you can use less energy and produce even lesser trash and pollution. How many tips does the passage mention for green living today?",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 3,
"choices": [
"A few changes to daily habits can help a lot.",
"While washing teeth we should turn off the faucet.",
"Vehicles bring pollution and we should try to avoid.",
"In the daytime we should not pull up the drapes."
],
"question": "Following some of the tips for green living helps save our planet. All of these involve just a few changes to our daily habits. Just walk and limit the use of your car. One of the poster images of pollution is our vehicles. It burns fuel. It is not as efficient as we hope it could be, and we use it every single day. To lessen the effects of the air pollution caused by our vehicles, we should limit their use. If we can walk to our destination then just let us go. Not only do we lessen our carbon dioxide emissions, but we also get a good exercise out of it. Use a laptop instead of a computer desktop. Laptops are more energy efficient compared to their bigger counterparts. A laptop is generally 50 percent more efficient in using electricity. Aside from that there are other benefits of a laptop. It is portable so you can work anywhere you like and that you get powerful features without the large size of desktop units. Turn off the faucet while you are brushing your teeth. It is always a better idea to use a glass when we are brushing our teeth and not to just let the faucet keep on running. Therefore,there is less water to waste while we are cleaning our pearly whites. Simply turn off the faucet when you are not using it. Make good use of natural light. We have a great and natural lamp --- the sun, and we should learn how to take full advantage of it during daytime. So instead of turning on our lights or lamps even if it is still not evening, we should pull up the drapes and let the natural light come in from the windows. These are just some of the best tips for green living, but of course there are still many of these tips if you just search for them. But you can do your own variation any time just always prioritize how you can use less energy and produce even lesser trash and pollution. Which of the following is NOT true?",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 3,
"choices": [
"cheaper than the new oil",
"more quickly",
"more expensive",
"as good as the new oil"
],
"question": "When Johnson called again, the manager received him very politely. \"That is a most remarkable oil you brought us, Mr Johnson,\" he said. Johnson nodded his smooth, dark head. That was something he knew very well. \"I've never seen anything like it,\" the manager admitted. Johnson nodded again. \"No?\" he said politely. Then he added, \"But I think you will, sir. A very great deal of it.\" He appeared to think for a moment. \"I think you will find it will be on sale seven, perhaps, eight years from now.\" He smiled. The manager thought that was uncertain. He said, \"It is better than our fish oils. I admit that.\" \"So I am told, sir,\" agreed Johnson. \"Have you any plans to produce it yourself, Mr Johnson?\" Johnson smiled again. \"Would I be showing it to you if I had?\" \"We might add some chemicals to one of our own fish oils,\" said the manager. \"It would be expensive to do that, even if you could.\" Johnson said gently. \"Besides,\" he added, \"I am told that this oil will be much cheaper than your best fish oils. Cheaper than any vegetable oil, in fact.\" \"Perhaps,\" said the manager. \"Well, I suppose you want to make an arrangement, Mr Johnson, Shall we discuss it?\" \"Of course,\" said Johnson. \"There are two ways of dealing with a situation of this sort. The usual one is to prevent it altogether or at least to delay it as long as possible. That is, of course, the best way,\" The manager nodded. He knew plenty about all that. \"But I am so sorry for you, because, you see, that is not possible this time.\" The manager had his doubts, but all he said was an inquiring(asking), \"Oh?\" \"The other way,\" continued Johnson, \"is to produce yourself before the trouble starts.\" The manager thought of adding chemicals to the fish oil to make it _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 1,
"choices": [
"more expensive than fish oil, but better",
"less expensive, and better",
"less expensive, but not good",
"more expensive, and not so good"
],
"question": "When Johnson called again, the manager received him very politely. \"That is a most remarkable oil you brought us, Mr Johnson,\" he said. Johnson nodded his smooth, dark head. That was something he knew very well. \"I've never seen anything like it,\" the manager admitted. Johnson nodded again. \"No?\" he said politely. Then he added, \"But I think you will, sir. A very great deal of it.\" He appeared to think for a moment. \"I think you will find it will be on sale seven, perhaps, eight years from now.\" He smiled. The manager thought that was uncertain. He said, \"It is better than our fish oils. I admit that.\" \"So I am told, sir,\" agreed Johnson. \"Have you any plans to produce it yourself, Mr Johnson?\" Johnson smiled again. \"Would I be showing it to you if I had?\" \"We might add some chemicals to one of our own fish oils,\" said the manager. \"It would be expensive to do that, even if you could.\" Johnson said gently. \"Besides,\" he added, \"I am told that this oil will be much cheaper than your best fish oils. Cheaper than any vegetable oil, in fact.\" \"Perhaps,\" said the manager. \"Well, I suppose you want to make an arrangement, Mr Johnson, Shall we discuss it?\" \"Of course,\" said Johnson. \"There are two ways of dealing with a situation of this sort. The usual one is to prevent it altogether or at least to delay it as long as possible. That is, of course, the best way,\" The manager nodded. He knew plenty about all that. \"But I am so sorry for you, because, you see, that is not possible this time.\" The manager had his doubts, but all he said was an inquiring(asking), \"Oh?\" \"The other way,\" continued Johnson, \"is to produce yourself before the trouble starts.\" Johnson's new oil would be _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 0,
"choices": [
"could not stop the new oil being made",
"would never know how to make it",
"had spent a lot of money on it",
"didn't know enough about it"
],
"question": "When Johnson called again, the manager received him very politely. \"That is a most remarkable oil you brought us, Mr Johnson,\" he said. Johnson nodded his smooth, dark head. That was something he knew very well. \"I've never seen anything like it,\" the manager admitted. Johnson nodded again. \"No?\" he said politely. Then he added, \"But I think you will, sir. A very great deal of it.\" He appeared to think for a moment. \"I think you will find it will be on sale seven, perhaps, eight years from now.\" He smiled. The manager thought that was uncertain. He said, \"It is better than our fish oils. I admit that.\" \"So I am told, sir,\" agreed Johnson. \"Have you any plans to produce it yourself, Mr Johnson?\" Johnson smiled again. \"Would I be showing it to you if I had?\" \"We might add some chemicals to one of our own fish oils,\" said the manager. \"It would be expensive to do that, even if you could.\" Johnson said gently. \"Besides,\" he added, \"I am told that this oil will be much cheaper than your best fish oils. Cheaper than any vegetable oil, in fact.\" \"Perhaps,\" said the manager. \"Well, I suppose you want to make an arrangement, Mr Johnson, Shall we discuss it?\" \"Of course,\" said Johnson. \"There are two ways of dealing with a situation of this sort. The usual one is to prevent it altogether or at least to delay it as long as possible. That is, of course, the best way,\" The manager nodded. He knew plenty about all that. \"But I am so sorry for you, because, you see, that is not possible this time.\" The manager had his doubts, but all he said was an inquiring(asking), \"Oh?\" \"The other way,\" continued Johnson, \"is to produce yourself before the trouble starts.\" Johnson expressed his regret that the manager _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 3,
"choices": [
"to produce it himself",
"to prevent it being produced",
"to be paid not to produce it",
"the manager to produce it"
],
"question": "When Johnson called again, the manager received him very politely. \"That is a most remarkable oil you brought us, Mr Johnson,\" he said. Johnson nodded his smooth, dark head. That was something he knew very well. \"I've never seen anything like it,\" the manager admitted. Johnson nodded again. \"No?\" he said politely. Then he added, \"But I think you will, sir. A very great deal of it.\" He appeared to think for a moment. \"I think you will find it will be on sale seven, perhaps, eight years from now.\" He smiled. The manager thought that was uncertain. He said, \"It is better than our fish oils. I admit that.\" \"So I am told, sir,\" agreed Johnson. \"Have you any plans to produce it yourself, Mr Johnson?\" Johnson smiled again. \"Would I be showing it to you if I had?\" \"We might add some chemicals to one of our own fish oils,\" said the manager. \"It would be expensive to do that, even if you could.\" Johnson said gently. \"Besides,\" he added, \"I am told that this oil will be much cheaper than your best fish oils. Cheaper than any vegetable oil, in fact.\" \"Perhaps,\" said the manager. \"Well, I suppose you want to make an arrangement, Mr Johnson, Shall we discuss it?\" \"Of course,\" said Johnson. \"There are two ways of dealing with a situation of this sort. The usual one is to prevent it altogether or at least to delay it as long as possible. That is, of course, the best way,\" The manager nodded. He knew plenty about all that. \"But I am so sorry for you, because, you see, that is not possible this time.\" The manager had his doubts, but all he said was an inquiring(asking), \"Oh?\" \"The other way,\" continued Johnson, \"is to produce yourself before the trouble starts.\" Johnson showed his new oil to the manager because he wanted _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 2,
"choices": [
"Different ways of sending mail in the United States.",
"The difficulty in sending mails across the USA by land.",
"The first stagecoaches that carried both passengers and mail.",
"The history of the first stagecoaches carrying mail to the American West."
],
"question": "Mail was usually carried west on ships that sailed around the bottom of South America and then north to California.That could take several months. So, in eighteen fifty-seven, D.C.Lawmakers in Congress in Washington wanted to make it possible to send mail all the way across the United States by land.Congress offered to help any company that would try to deliver mail overland to the West Coast. A man named John Butterfield accepted this offer. He developed plans for a company that would carry the mail--and passengers, too. Congress gave John Butterfield six hundred thousand dollars to start his company. In return, he had to promise that the mail would travel from Saint Louis, Missouri, to San Francisco, California, in twenty-five days or less. It was not possible to travel straight through because of the Rocky Mountains and the deep snow that fell in winter. So the stagecoach would travel south from Saint Louis to El Paso, Texas, then over to southern California, then north to San Francisco. The distance was about four thousand five hundred kilometers. Two hundred of these stations were built, each about thirty-two kilometers apart. The workers were to quickly change the horses or mules whenever a stagecoach reached the station. There could be no delay. Each stagecoach was to travel nearly two hundred kilometers a day. One hundred stagecoaches were built and painted red or dark green. They were the most modern coaches that money could buy. They were designed to hold as many as nine passengers and twelve thousand pieces of mail. The seats inside could be folded down to make beds. Passengers either slept on them or on the bags of mail. The cost would be one hundred fifty dollars to travel from Saint Louis to San Francisco. If a passenger was not going all the way, the cost was about ten cents a kilometer. The passengers had to buy their own food at the stations. The stagecoach would stop for forty minutes, two times a day. The company warned passengers about the possible dangers. A poster said: \"You will be traveling through Indian country and the safety of your person cannot by granted by anyone but God.\" What is the passage mainly about?",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 2,
"choices": [
"mail was usually carried west on ships",
"it was safer to travel to send mail by land",
"it would take less time to send mail by land",
"stagecoaches could carry passengers and mail"
],
"question": "Mail was usually carried west on ships that sailed around the bottom of South America and then north to California.That could take several months. So, in eighteen fifty-seven, D.C.Lawmakers in Congress in Washington wanted to make it possible to send mail all the way across the United States by land.Congress offered to help any company that would try to deliver mail overland to the West Coast. A man named John Butterfield accepted this offer. He developed plans for a company that would carry the mail--and passengers, too. Congress gave John Butterfield six hundred thousand dollars to start his company. In return, he had to promise that the mail would travel from Saint Louis, Missouri, to San Francisco, California, in twenty-five days or less. It was not possible to travel straight through because of the Rocky Mountains and the deep snow that fell in winter. So the stagecoach would travel south from Saint Louis to El Paso, Texas, then over to southern California, then north to San Francisco. The distance was about four thousand five hundred kilometers. Two hundred of these stations were built, each about thirty-two kilometers apart. The workers were to quickly change the horses or mules whenever a stagecoach reached the station. There could be no delay. Each stagecoach was to travel nearly two hundred kilometers a day. One hundred stagecoaches were built and painted red or dark green. They were the most modern coaches that money could buy. They were designed to hold as many as nine passengers and twelve thousand pieces of mail. The seats inside could be folded down to make beds. Passengers either slept on them or on the bags of mail. The cost would be one hundred fifty dollars to travel from Saint Louis to San Francisco. If a passenger was not going all the way, the cost was about ten cents a kilometer. The passengers had to buy their own food at the stations. The stagecoach would stop for forty minutes, two times a day. The company warned passengers about the possible dangers. A poster said: \"You will be traveling through Indian country and the safety of your person cannot by granted by anyone but God.\" The reason why Lawmakers wanted to send mail by land was that _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 3,
"choices": [
"could only stop once a day",
"was modern with seats ,beds and cooking equipment",
"was a closed wagon operated only by skillful drivers.",
"had different horses or mules pulled all the way"
],
"question": "Mail was usually carried west on ships that sailed around the bottom of South America and then north to California.That could take several months. So, in eighteen fifty-seven, D.C.Lawmakers in Congress in Washington wanted to make it possible to send mail all the way across the United States by land.Congress offered to help any company that would try to deliver mail overland to the West Coast. A man named John Butterfield accepted this offer. He developed plans for a company that would carry the mail--and passengers, too. Congress gave John Butterfield six hundred thousand dollars to start his company. In return, he had to promise that the mail would travel from Saint Louis, Missouri, to San Francisco, California, in twenty-five days or less. It was not possible to travel straight through because of the Rocky Mountains and the deep snow that fell in winter. So the stagecoach would travel south from Saint Louis to El Paso, Texas, then over to southern California, then north to San Francisco. The distance was about four thousand five hundred kilometers. Two hundred of these stations were built, each about thirty-two kilometers apart. The workers were to quickly change the horses or mules whenever a stagecoach reached the station. There could be no delay. Each stagecoach was to travel nearly two hundred kilometers a day. One hundred stagecoaches were built and painted red or dark green. They were the most modern coaches that money could buy. They were designed to hold as many as nine passengers and twelve thousand pieces of mail. The seats inside could be folded down to make beds. Passengers either slept on them or on the bags of mail. The cost would be one hundred fifty dollars to travel from Saint Louis to San Francisco. If a passenger was not going all the way, the cost was about ten cents a kilometer. The passengers had to buy their own food at the stations. The stagecoach would stop for forty minutes, two times a day. The company warned passengers about the possible dangers. A poster said: \"You will be traveling through Indian country and the safety of your person cannot by granted by anyone but God.\" As is described in the passage, the stagecoach _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 2,
"choices": [
"John Buttterfield got thousands of dollars for delivering mail in stagecoaches.",
"John Buttterfield kept his promise to deliver mail straight to the West Coast.",
"Passengers might be robbed by Indians when traveling through the West.",
"Passengers needed to pay one hundred dollars for their journey."
],
"question": "Mail was usually carried west on ships that sailed around the bottom of South America and then north to California.That could take several months. So, in eighteen fifty-seven, D.C.Lawmakers in Congress in Washington wanted to make it possible to send mail all the way across the United States by land.Congress offered to help any company that would try to deliver mail overland to the West Coast. A man named John Butterfield accepted this offer. He developed plans for a company that would carry the mail--and passengers, too. Congress gave John Butterfield six hundred thousand dollars to start his company. In return, he had to promise that the mail would travel from Saint Louis, Missouri, to San Francisco, California, in twenty-five days or less. It was not possible to travel straight through because of the Rocky Mountains and the deep snow that fell in winter. So the stagecoach would travel south from Saint Louis to El Paso, Texas, then over to southern California, then north to San Francisco. The distance was about four thousand five hundred kilometers. Two hundred of these stations were built, each about thirty-two kilometers apart. The workers were to quickly change the horses or mules whenever a stagecoach reached the station. There could be no delay. Each stagecoach was to travel nearly two hundred kilometers a day. One hundred stagecoaches were built and painted red or dark green. They were the most modern coaches that money could buy. They were designed to hold as many as nine passengers and twelve thousand pieces of mail. The seats inside could be folded down to make beds. Passengers either slept on them or on the bags of mail. The cost would be one hundred fifty dollars to travel from Saint Louis to San Francisco. If a passenger was not going all the way, the cost was about ten cents a kilometer. The passengers had to buy their own food at the stations. The stagecoach would stop for forty minutes, two times a day. The company warned passengers about the possible dangers. A poster said: \"You will be traveling through Indian country and the safety of your person cannot by granted by anyone but God.\" What can we learn from the passage?",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 2,
"choices": [
"the packing of the plant was shabby",
"the plant was actually a weed",
"the plant appeared too ordinary to be the most beautiful",
"he thought Mr. Rocco was reluctant to do the deal with him"
],
"question": "It was time for Mr. Rocco to shut up shop when I hurried into the florist's. \"Now, what is it that you want?\" Mr. Rocco turned to me. \"I want the most beautiful flower you have.\" I replied, \"And just how much do you have to pay for this most beautiful flower?\" I held out a wet hand showing a quarter and dime. He nodded, and then showed me a plant on the counter \"I can give you this one for 35 cents.\" he said,\" Aw, gee,\" I protested, \"it looks like a weed!\" About l 8 inches high, the plant was in a small pot covered with faded red paper.\" Now trust me, boy---I promise that tomorrow morning when you get up, you will find your most beautiful flower. \"said Mr. Rocco. I knew him to be a good honest man, so I agreed to take it. It was almost midnight when I arrived home. Mom was seriously sick and using the front bedroom. I looked in to see if she was asleep, and then quietly tiptoed in and set the plant on the table beside her bed. I wanted her to be surprised when she woke on Mother's Day. The next morning, I dressed and hurried downstairs. The sun was shining through kitchen window as I looked into Mom's room. She motioned for me to come in, then glanced over at the table where the plant was. Holy mackerel! There were three big yellow trumpet-shaped blooms. It was just like Mr. Rocco said---the most beautiful flower I ever saw! When I looked at Mom, she was smiling as tears streamed down her cheeks. She held out her hand for me to come near, then pulled me close and hugged till it hurt. Then, remembering her _ condition and that she wasn't supposed to touch me, she quickly let me go. My dear Mom died the next night. The moment she hugged me turned out to be the most wonderful moment of my life. Not only had that beautiful plant helped show just how much I loved her, but I'd always know how much she loved me. The author didn't like the plant recommended by Mr. Rocco at first because _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 3,
"choices": [
"she was at the death's door",
"she suffered from the illness",
"others were sick of her appearance",
"virus might spread from her to others"
],
"question": "It was time for Mr. Rocco to shut up shop when I hurried into the florist's. \"Now, what is it that you want?\" Mr. Rocco turned to me. \"I want the most beautiful flower you have.\" I replied, \"And just how much do you have to pay for this most beautiful flower?\" I held out a wet hand showing a quarter and dime. He nodded, and then showed me a plant on the counter \"I can give you this one for 35 cents.\" he said,\" Aw, gee,\" I protested, \"it looks like a weed!\" About l 8 inches high, the plant was in a small pot covered with faded red paper.\" Now trust me, boy---I promise that tomorrow morning when you get up, you will find your most beautiful flower. \"said Mr. Rocco. I knew him to be a good honest man, so I agreed to take it. It was almost midnight when I arrived home. Mom was seriously sick and using the front bedroom. I looked in to see if she was asleep, and then quietly tiptoed in and set the plant on the table beside her bed. I wanted her to be surprised when she woke on Mother's Day. The next morning, I dressed and hurried downstairs. The sun was shining through kitchen window as I looked into Mom's room. She motioned for me to come in, then glanced over at the table where the plant was. Holy mackerel! There were three big yellow trumpet-shaped blooms. It was just like Mr. Rocco said---the most beautiful flower I ever saw! When I looked at Mom, she was smiling as tears streamed down her cheeks. She held out her hand for me to come near, then pulled me close and hugged till it hurt. Then, remembering her _ condition and that she wasn't supposed to touch me, she quickly let me go. My dear Mom died the next night. The moment she hugged me turned out to be the most wonderful moment of my life. Not only had that beautiful plant helped show just how much I loved her, but I'd always know how much she loved me. Mother's condition was contagious (Line 6, Para 3) for _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 1,
"choices": [
"she liked being given gifts",
"she valued what the author had done for her",
"she was aware of the approaching death",
"she was touched by the beauty of the flower"
],
"question": "It was time for Mr. Rocco to shut up shop when I hurried into the florist's. \"Now, what is it that you want?\" Mr. Rocco turned to me. \"I want the most beautiful flower you have.\" I replied, \"And just how much do you have to pay for this most beautiful flower?\" I held out a wet hand showing a quarter and dime. He nodded, and then showed me a plant on the counter \"I can give you this one for 35 cents.\" he said,\" Aw, gee,\" I protested, \"it looks like a weed!\" About l 8 inches high, the plant was in a small pot covered with faded red paper.\" Now trust me, boy---I promise that tomorrow morning when you get up, you will find your most beautiful flower. \"said Mr. Rocco. I knew him to be a good honest man, so I agreed to take it. It was almost midnight when I arrived home. Mom was seriously sick and using the front bedroom. I looked in to see if she was asleep, and then quietly tiptoed in and set the plant on the table beside her bed. I wanted her to be surprised when she woke on Mother's Day. The next morning, I dressed and hurried downstairs. The sun was shining through kitchen window as I looked into Mom's room. She motioned for me to come in, then glanced over at the table where the plant was. Holy mackerel! There were three big yellow trumpet-shaped blooms. It was just like Mr. Rocco said---the most beautiful flower I ever saw! When I looked at Mom, she was smiling as tears streamed down her cheeks. She held out her hand for me to come near, then pulled me close and hugged till it hurt. Then, remembering her _ condition and that she wasn't supposed to touch me, she quickly let me go. My dear Mom died the next night. The moment she hugged me turned out to be the most wonderful moment of my life. Not only had that beautiful plant helped show just how much I loved her, but I'd always know how much she loved me. When mother hugged the author tightly, she was showing that _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 0,
"choices": [
"Flowers of Love",
"A Son's Love for Mother",
"Low Price, High Value",
"A Special Mother's Day"
],
"question": "It was time for Mr. Rocco to shut up shop when I hurried into the florist's. \"Now, what is it that you want?\" Mr. Rocco turned to me. \"I want the most beautiful flower you have.\" I replied, \"And just how much do you have to pay for this most beautiful flower?\" I held out a wet hand showing a quarter and dime. He nodded, and then showed me a plant on the counter \"I can give you this one for 35 cents.\" he said,\" Aw, gee,\" I protested, \"it looks like a weed!\" About l 8 inches high, the plant was in a small pot covered with faded red paper.\" Now trust me, boy---I promise that tomorrow morning when you get up, you will find your most beautiful flower. \"said Mr. Rocco. I knew him to be a good honest man, so I agreed to take it. It was almost midnight when I arrived home. Mom was seriously sick and using the front bedroom. I looked in to see if she was asleep, and then quietly tiptoed in and set the plant on the table beside her bed. I wanted her to be surprised when she woke on Mother's Day. The next morning, I dressed and hurried downstairs. The sun was shining through kitchen window as I looked into Mom's room. She motioned for me to come in, then glanced over at the table where the plant was. Holy mackerel! There were three big yellow trumpet-shaped blooms. It was just like Mr. Rocco said---the most beautiful flower I ever saw! When I looked at Mom, she was smiling as tears streamed down her cheeks. She held out her hand for me to come near, then pulled me close and hugged till it hurt. Then, remembering her _ condition and that she wasn't supposed to touch me, she quickly let me go. My dear Mom died the next night. The moment she hugged me turned out to be the most wonderful moment of my life. Not only had that beautiful plant helped show just how much I loved her, but I'd always know how much she loved me. Which may be the best title of the passage?",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 1,
"choices": [
"learning more than one language can cure dementias",
"speaking two languages may delay kinds of dementias",
"the level of education matters in defending against dementias",
"people who suffer from dementias will lose mental ability"
],
"question": "New research suggests that speaking more than one language may delay different kinds of dementia , that is the loss of mental ability. In fact, researchers say, speaking two languages appears to be more important than the level of education in defending against dementias. A study in India examined the effect of knowing more than one language in delaying the first signs of several dementias. Researchers studied nearly 650 people whose average age was 66. 240 of those studied suffered from Alzheimer's, the most common form of mental decline . 391 of the _ spoke two or more languages. Researchers found the dementias began about four-and-a-half years later in those who spoke two languages compared to those who spoke only one language. The level of education had no effect on the age at the first sign of dementia. Thomas Bak, from the Center of Cognitive Aging at the University of Edinburgh in Scotland, who helped to organize the study, suggests that individuals who speak more than one language train their brains by moving back and forth between different words and expressions. He also believes this effort improves what scientists called executive functioning, which often weakens in people with dementias. He states that researchers found there was no extra gain in speaking more than two languages. Mr Bak says it does not appear important whether you learn another language at a young age or later in life. It's not something that \"you missed the boat when you do not do it as a baby.\" It is something that is still quite useful and powerful when you do it as an adult. The finding of the study is that _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 2,
"choices": [
"the more languages one speaks, the less chance of getting dementias",
"people's executive functioning often strengthens with age",
"when you learn one more language makes no difference",
"it is much easier to learn one more language at a young age"
],
"question": "New research suggests that speaking more than one language may delay different kinds of dementia , that is the loss of mental ability. In fact, researchers say, speaking two languages appears to be more important than the level of education in defending against dementias. A study in India examined the effect of knowing more than one language in delaying the first signs of several dementias. Researchers studied nearly 650 people whose average age was 66. 240 of those studied suffered from Alzheimer's, the most common form of mental decline . 391 of the _ spoke two or more languages. Researchers found the dementias began about four-and-a-half years later in those who spoke two languages compared to those who spoke only one language. The level of education had no effect on the age at the first sign of dementia. Thomas Bak, from the Center of Cognitive Aging at the University of Edinburgh in Scotland, who helped to organize the study, suggests that individuals who speak more than one language train their brains by moving back and forth between different words and expressions. He also believes this effort improves what scientists called executive functioning, which often weakens in people with dementias. He states that researchers found there was no extra gain in speaking more than two languages. Mr Bak says it does not appear important whether you learn another language at a young age or later in life. It's not something that \"you missed the boat when you do not do it as a baby.\" It is something that is still quite useful and powerful when you do it as an adult. According to Mr Bak, _ .",
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"answer": 1,
"choices": [
"a research plan",
"a health magazine",
"a book review",
"a business magazine"
],
"question": "New research suggests that speaking more than one language may delay different kinds of dementia , that is the loss of mental ability. In fact, researchers say, speaking two languages appears to be more important than the level of education in defending against dementias. A study in India examined the effect of knowing more than one language in delaying the first signs of several dementias. Researchers studied nearly 650 people whose average age was 66. 240 of those studied suffered from Alzheimer's, the most common form of mental decline . 391 of the _ spoke two or more languages. Researchers found the dementias began about four-and-a-half years later in those who spoke two languages compared to those who spoke only one language. The level of education had no effect on the age at the first sign of dementia. Thomas Bak, from the Center of Cognitive Aging at the University of Edinburgh in Scotland, who helped to organize the study, suggests that individuals who speak more than one language train their brains by moving back and forth between different words and expressions. He also believes this effort improves what scientists called executive functioning, which often weakens in people with dementias. He states that researchers found there was no extra gain in speaking more than two languages. Mr Bak says it does not appear important whether you learn another language at a young age or later in life. It's not something that \"you missed the boat when you do not do it as a baby.\" It is something that is still quite useful and powerful when you do it as an adult. This passage may probably be seen in _ .",
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{
"answer": 0,
"choices": [
"an organization",
"a person's name",
"the title of a magazine",
"a government department"
],
"question": "Dear Water Use It Wisely, More and more water is getting wasted each day.I want to help out and teach people how to conserve water.Please continue reading because your organization is very influential.I had an idea that you could send some workers from your organization to schools all around the world, and they could inform the students about water usage. Did you know that every minute, 1,000,000,000 (one billion) tons of water falls to the earth from rainfall? We are lucky to have rainfall water.It helps fill up our lakes.There is about 326, 000, 000, 000, 000, 000, 000 (326 quintillion) gallons of water on Earth.Yes, this is tons, but it is getting wasted.I want to keep this number BIG. Everyone needs water ?so why waste it? I think it is very irresponsible to let the water run when you are not at home.We can use water with respect by making good choices.Take a shower instead of a bath, use an automatic dishwasher instead of hand washing.You can buy Earth Friendly Cleaner Spray , so that our drinking water will not be polluted.If your washer isn't full then don't start it.With water being wasted every day, by the time we get to the 3000's we are going to have to survive on milk and juice! ! ! Won't that be boring?! ?! ? That means we will have to give our dogs a bowl of juice instead of water with their food.I mean, come on, we're talking real life here! ! Water wasting needs to come to a stop and without delay.Water Use It Wisely, PLEASE inform people about their water usage! It plays a big role in my life.It would be really great if you take part in spreading the news about this! Thanks tons! ! An impatient fourth grader waiting for a reply, Mya Oleksiak Water Use It Wisely is most probably _ .",
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"answer": 1,
"choices": [
"Washing dishes by hand.",
"Starting the washer with a full load.",
"Feeding our pets with juice and milk.",
"Encouraging people to use cleaner spray."
],
"question": "Dear Water Use It Wisely, More and more water is getting wasted each day.I want to help out and teach people how to conserve water.Please continue reading because your organization is very influential.I had an idea that you could send some workers from your organization to schools all around the world, and they could inform the students about water usage. Did you know that every minute, 1,000,000,000 (one billion) tons of water falls to the earth from rainfall? We are lucky to have rainfall water.It helps fill up our lakes.There is about 326, 000, 000, 000, 000, 000, 000 (326 quintillion) gallons of water on Earth.Yes, this is tons, but it is getting wasted.I want to keep this number BIG. Everyone needs water ?so why waste it? I think it is very irresponsible to let the water run when you are not at home.We can use water with respect by making good choices.Take a shower instead of a bath, use an automatic dishwasher instead of hand washing.You can buy Earth Friendly Cleaner Spray , so that our drinking water will not be polluted.If your washer isn't full then don't start it.With water being wasted every day, by the time we get to the 3000's we are going to have to survive on milk and juice! ! ! Won't that be boring?! ?! ? That means we will have to give our dogs a bowl of juice instead of water with their food.I mean, come on, we're talking real life here! ! Water wasting needs to come to a stop and without delay.Water Use It Wisely, PLEASE inform people about their water usage! It plays a big role in my life.It would be really great if you take part in spreading the news about this! Thanks tons! ! An impatient fourth grader waiting for a reply, Mya Oleksiak According to the passage, what is a proper way to save water?",
"subject": ""
} |
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"answer": 2,
"choices": [
"comfort",
"complaint",
"appeal",
"recommendation"
],
"question": "Dear Water Use It Wisely, More and more water is getting wasted each day.I want to help out and teach people how to conserve water.Please continue reading because your organization is very influential.I had an idea that you could send some workers from your organization to schools all around the world, and they could inform the students about water usage. Did you know that every minute, 1,000,000,000 (one billion) tons of water falls to the earth from rainfall? We are lucky to have rainfall water.It helps fill up our lakes.There is about 326, 000, 000, 000, 000, 000, 000 (326 quintillion) gallons of water on Earth.Yes, this is tons, but it is getting wasted.I want to keep this number BIG. Everyone needs water ?so why waste it? I think it is very irresponsible to let the water run when you are not at home.We can use water with respect by making good choices.Take a shower instead of a bath, use an automatic dishwasher instead of hand washing.You can buy Earth Friendly Cleaner Spray , so that our drinking water will not be polluted.If your washer isn't full then don't start it.With water being wasted every day, by the time we get to the 3000's we are going to have to survive on milk and juice! ! ! Won't that be boring?! ?! ? That means we will have to give our dogs a bowl of juice instead of water with their food.I mean, come on, we're talking real life here! ! Water wasting needs to come to a stop and without delay.Water Use It Wisely, PLEASE inform people about their water usage! It plays a big role in my life.It would be really great if you take part in spreading the news about this! Thanks tons! ! An impatient fourth grader waiting for a reply, Mya Oleksiak This is basically a letter of _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 0,
"choices": [
"bring awareness to character building",
"stress the importance of productivity",
"warn about the pressure to seek success",
"criticize students' desire for achievements"
],
"question": "I watch documentaries, not movies.I read history books, not fiction.I use every free moment to accomplish one of the tasks on my never-ending checklist, and I am completely filled with thoughts of productivity.An hour sleeping is an hour wasted.And like the rest of 21st century America, I like it.But this fixation on productivity is increasingly destroying character and transforming men into robots. New York Times columnist David Brooks warned American University students of this cultural decline in a speech.\"We cut off all things spiritual and emotional in a competitive urge to stand out\", he said, \"The pressure to succeed professionally, to acquire skills, to do the things you need to do to succeed in an information age economy really became the overwhelming pressures, and it sort of _ the thinking about character and morality.\" Many students happily go to college, viewing it as a next step on their rise to professional achievement.Forcing as many success-building activities into their schedules as they can, they enjoy keeping busy with little sleep.\"Today's outstanding kids are likely to spend their afternoons and weekends shuttling from one skill-improving activity to the next,\" Brooks wrote in an article, \"We fear failure more than we desire success.\" A century ago, college was about character building.Today, our characters are in decline.We are experts on economics, material things and professional skills.We fail to discuss and understand relationships, emotions and all things spiritual. Philosopher Karl Popper divided the world into two categories: Clocks and Clouds.Clock problems are those that can be taken apart, examined and solved through deductive reasoning .Clouds cannot be taken apart.Cloud problems represent whole systems that need to be understood in a different way. \"When we have a Cloud problem, we try to turn it into a Clock problem,\" Brooks said.And in a reason-centered culture, adding titles to one's resume becomes a trend.At American University, 85 percent of seniors (and 89 percent of business majors) graduate with at least one practical experience which is often helpful to a student's future career, but can sometimes draw focus away from academics. To prevent the death of man's character, Brooks urges rediscovering our human natures through falling in love.And by love he means love for a task, job, or another person.\"Synchronicity is key to happiness,\" he said.Rather than crazily increasing our long lists of accomplishments, we need to lose ourselves in what we do, and success will come on its own. The purpose of this passage is to _ .",
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"answer": 1,
"choices": [
"songs",
"stories",
"crafts",
"dance"
],
"question": "Welcome to enj oy the Mattaponi powwow(meeting oi North America Indians)and culture day! Created in Virginia,America,the Mattaponi Indian Museum sits on a cliff overlooking the Mattaponi River.The Matta--ponis have worked hard to keep their ancient way of life,customs and ceremonies. One purpose of their yearly powwow is to share these traditions with you. MATTAPONI POWWOW AND CULTURE DAY:May 18 ADMISSION:Adult--$6.00 Children(under 12)--Free Come and spend the day with us on the shores of the Mattaponi River for an educational experience presenting the customs and beliefs of the Mattaponi.During this special day,American Indians will dance and play drums while dressed in tribal clothing.This year visitors may join in the dancing and trumming.Visitors will be able to observe artists and craftsmen as they show their basket-making and tool-making skills.American storytellers will help you see how their habits and beliefs are passed on to their children through stories. Enjoy Activities *Taste American Indian foods *Purchase crafts and souvenirs *Play American Indian children's games *Watch ceremonial dances and listen to ceremonial songs Important Cautions *No pets *Bring your own chairs and blankets *Tickets may be purchased in advance although no refunds will be allowed For more information,please visit http: //www.hemattaponireservation.com/main. According to the text,the Mattaponis'habits and beliefs are handed down from generation to generation through _ .",
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{
"answer": 3,
"choices": [
"enjoy American Indian foods",
"watch ceremonlal dances",
"play American Indian children's games",
"get crafts and souvenirs for free"
],
"question": "Welcome to enj oy the Mattaponi powwow(meeting oi North America Indians)and culture day! Created in Virginia,America,the Mattaponi Indian Museum sits on a cliff overlooking the Mattaponi River.The Matta--ponis have worked hard to keep their ancient way of life,customs and ceremonies. One purpose of their yearly powwow is to share these traditions with you. MATTAPONI POWWOW AND CULTURE DAY:May 18 ADMISSION:Adult--$6.00 Children(under 12)--Free Come and spend the day with us on the shores of the Mattaponi River for an educational experience presenting the customs and beliefs of the Mattaponi.During this special day,American Indians will dance and play drums while dressed in tribal clothing.This year visitors may join in the dancing and trumming.Visitors will be able to observe artists and craftsmen as they show their basket-making and tool-making skills.American storytellers will help you see how their habits and beliefs are passed on to their children through stories. Enjoy Activities *Taste American Indian foods *Purchase crafts and souvenirs *Play American Indian children's games *Watch ceremonial dances and listen to ceremonial songs Important Cautions *No pets *Bring your own chairs and blankets *Tickets may be purchased in advance although no refunds will be allowed For more information,please visit http: //www.hemattaponireservation.com/main. Visitors coming to enjoy the Mattaponi powwow and culture day can do all the following EXCEPT _ .",
"subject": ""
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{
"answer": 0,
"choices": [
"inform readers about an event",
"persuade readers to try drumming",
"sell crafts and souvenirs to readers",
"educate readers on different types of powwows"
],
"question": "Welcome to enj oy the Mattaponi powwow(meeting oi North America Indians)and culture day! Created in Virginia,America,the Mattaponi Indian Museum sits on a cliff overlooking the Mattaponi River.The Matta--ponis have worked hard to keep their ancient way of life,customs and ceremonies. One purpose of their yearly powwow is to share these traditions with you. MATTAPONI POWWOW AND CULTURE DAY:May 18 ADMISSION:Adult--$6.00 Children(under 12)--Free Come and spend the day with us on the shores of the Mattaponi River for an educational experience presenting the customs and beliefs of the Mattaponi.During this special day,American Indians will dance and play drums while dressed in tribal clothing.This year visitors may join in the dancing and trumming.Visitors will be able to observe artists and craftsmen as they show their basket-making and tool-making skills.American storytellers will help you see how their habits and beliefs are passed on to their children through stories. Enjoy Activities *Taste American Indian foods *Purchase crafts and souvenirs *Play American Indian children's games *Watch ceremonial dances and listen to ceremonial songs Important Cautions *No pets *Bring your own chairs and blankets *Tickets may be purchased in advance although no refunds will be allowed For more information,please visit http: //www.hemattaponireservation.com/main. This text is mainly intended to _ .",
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{
"answer": 2,
"choices": [
"was once the richest man in his hometown",
"was working in a government office",
"had to support a family of 9 people",
"looked like Santa Claus most"
],
"question": "In 1970, my five brothers, my sister and I lived in the housing projects of Toronto with our parents. My father was a factory worker, and my mother stayed at home. Each year my father would dress up as Santa Claus and go through the streets of the projects sharing joy and candies with the children there. He loved it as much as they did! But around the Christmas in 1970, my father was out of his job and money was tight. In fact, there was no money for Christmas and my parents weren't sure what they'd provide for us. That Christmas Eve, however, as usual, my father left the house dressed as Santa Claus. He knew that even though our Christmas would be hard, he could not disappoint the other kids in the neighborhood.[:,,] As my father left the house and went down the walkway, Santa Claus was walking up, with a great sack full of gifts for us! He said nothing, only smiled a sweet smile at my father, and wished him a Merry Christmas. The happy man handed Dad the sack and walked away down the block. We never knew who the man was and who showed us great kindness on a snowy Christmas night. We do know, however, that without him we would have had nothing under the tree. His kindness gave my parents hope and showed us in a very real way the true meaning of Christmas. Our family has never forgotten this kind stranger. Each year we tell the story of the mysterious Santa Claus and try to repay his gifts by giving gifts to others in need. The author's father _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 0,
"choices": [
"The author's father was out of work.",
"The author's mother lost her job.",
"They had a little money left for Christmas.",
"They had the worst Christmas in their lives."
],
"question": "In 1970, my five brothers, my sister and I lived in the housing projects of Toronto with our parents. My father was a factory worker, and my mother stayed at home. Each year my father would dress up as Santa Claus and go through the streets of the projects sharing joy and candies with the children there. He loved it as much as they did! But around the Christmas in 1970, my father was out of his job and money was tight. In fact, there was no money for Christmas and my parents weren't sure what they'd provide for us. That Christmas Eve, however, as usual, my father left the house dressed as Santa Claus. He knew that even though our Christmas would be hard, he could not disappoint the other kids in the neighborhood.[:,,] As my father left the house and went down the walkway, Santa Claus was walking up, with a great sack full of gifts for us! He said nothing, only smiled a sweet smile at my father, and wished him a Merry Christmas. The happy man handed Dad the sack and walked away down the block. We never knew who the man was and who showed us great kindness on a snowy Christmas night. We do know, however, that without him we would have had nothing under the tree. His kindness gave my parents hope and showed us in a very real way the true meaning of Christmas. Our family has never forgotten this kind stranger. Each year we tell the story of the mysterious Santa Claus and try to repay his gifts by giving gifts to others in need. What happened in 1970?",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 2,
"choices": [
"who the mysterious Santa Claus was",
"why the mysterious Santa Claus helped them",
"how they could repay the mysterious Santa Claus",
"they could find the mysterious Santa Claus one day"
],
"question": "In 1970, my five brothers, my sister and I lived in the housing projects of Toronto with our parents. My father was a factory worker, and my mother stayed at home. Each year my father would dress up as Santa Claus and go through the streets of the projects sharing joy and candies with the children there. He loved it as much as they did! But around the Christmas in 1970, my father was out of his job and money was tight. In fact, there was no money for Christmas and my parents weren't sure what they'd provide for us. That Christmas Eve, however, as usual, my father left the house dressed as Santa Claus. He knew that even though our Christmas would be hard, he could not disappoint the other kids in the neighborhood.[:,,] As my father left the house and went down the walkway, Santa Claus was walking up, with a great sack full of gifts for us! He said nothing, only smiled a sweet smile at my father, and wished him a Merry Christmas. The happy man handed Dad the sack and walked away down the block. We never knew who the man was and who showed us great kindness on a snowy Christmas night. We do know, however, that without him we would have had nothing under the tree. His kindness gave my parents hope and showed us in a very real way the true meaning of Christmas. Our family has never forgotten this kind stranger. Each year we tell the story of the mysterious Santa Claus and try to repay his gifts by giving gifts to others in need. The author's family knew _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 3,
"choices": [
"the mysterious Santa Claus was one of their relatives",
"the mysterious Santa Claus was a rich man in the area",
"the sack from the mysterious Santa Claus was very expensive",
"the author's family were all thankful to the mysterious Santa Claus"
],
"question": "In 1970, my five brothers, my sister and I lived in the housing projects of Toronto with our parents. My father was a factory worker, and my mother stayed at home. Each year my father would dress up as Santa Claus and go through the streets of the projects sharing joy and candies with the children there. He loved it as much as they did! But around the Christmas in 1970, my father was out of his job and money was tight. In fact, there was no money for Christmas and my parents weren't sure what they'd provide for us. That Christmas Eve, however, as usual, my father left the house dressed as Santa Claus. He knew that even though our Christmas would be hard, he could not disappoint the other kids in the neighborhood.[:,,] As my father left the house and went down the walkway, Santa Claus was walking up, with a great sack full of gifts for us! He said nothing, only smiled a sweet smile at my father, and wished him a Merry Christmas. The happy man handed Dad the sack and walked away down the block. We never knew who the man was and who showed us great kindness on a snowy Christmas night. We do know, however, that without him we would have had nothing under the tree. His kindness gave my parents hope and showed us in a very real way the true meaning of Christmas. Our family has never forgotten this kind stranger. Each year we tell the story of the mysterious Santa Claus and try to repay his gifts by giving gifts to others in need. It can be inferred that _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 2,
"choices": [
"Because he liked to see films very much.",
"Because he was a famous actor at that time.",
"Because he could speak English very well,acted naturally and gave no thought to the pay for his work in the movie.",
"Because the director of the movie knew him very well."
],
"question": "Zhao Wenxuan,a film star from Taiwan,has been fond of seeing films since his childhood. He would sometimes go to the cinema for the same film four or five times. He also enjoys literature and art. Before he took the film acting as his career,he had worked in an airline in Taipei, the capital of Taiwan Province. His change of job to acting was quite by chance. One day,he came across in the paper an advertisement for a leading actor to appear in the film named \"Wedding Feast.\" Full of excitement,he answered the job ad by telephoning the director of the film -- Mr. Li An. It was this telephone call that had changed all his life. At last the director decided him to be the very person for the role. That he could be chosen owed much to his good command of English,natural manners and low pay for his work in the film. The film \"Wedding Feast\" proved to be a hit. It won the German Golden Bear Award and entered the competition for one of the Oscar Academy Awards. Also, it was the first Taiwan film that was permitted to be shown in the U. S. Thanks to the film,Zhao Wenxuan became popular in Taiwan, Hong Kong and southeast Asia. In 1994,Mr. Zhao acted as a leading role in the Hong Kong film,\"Red Rose and White Rose\",in which many film stars like Ms Chen Chong from U. S. and Ms Ye Yuqing from the local area participated. This film was named for 10 prizes of the Taiwan Golden Horse Prize and at last it was awarded five prizes for the best play,actress and music. Zhao has regarded the film as one of his favorite films since he stepped into the acting circle. Since 1993,Mr. Zhao has taken part in the shootings of 13 films, most of which are thought highly of. Mr. Zhao said the that Taiwan should think to cooperate much with the mainland in the film producing industry and it would benefit each other. In recent years he often came to the mainland for film shooting. He has just completed his performance in the film \"Love Affairs\" directed by Mr. LiXin,a director from Shanghai Film Studio. Why could Zhao Wenxuan play the leading role in the movie \"Wedding Feast\"?",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 2,
"choices": [
"\"Wedding Feast\" is just an ordinary film",
"the film \"Wedding Feast\" disappointed people greatly",
"Zhao Wenxuan became a famous movie star because of the film \"Wedding Feast\"",
"A lot of the Taiwan films are shown in the U. S. every year"
],
"question": "Zhao Wenxuan,a film star from Taiwan,has been fond of seeing films since his childhood. He would sometimes go to the cinema for the same film four or five times. He also enjoys literature and art. Before he took the film acting as his career,he had worked in an airline in Taipei, the capital of Taiwan Province. His change of job to acting was quite by chance. One day,he came across in the paper an advertisement for a leading actor to appear in the film named \"Wedding Feast.\" Full of excitement,he answered the job ad by telephoning the director of the film -- Mr. Li An. It was this telephone call that had changed all his life. At last the director decided him to be the very person for the role. That he could be chosen owed much to his good command of English,natural manners and low pay for his work in the film. The film \"Wedding Feast\" proved to be a hit. It won the German Golden Bear Award and entered the competition for one of the Oscar Academy Awards. Also, it was the first Taiwan film that was permitted to be shown in the U. S. Thanks to the film,Zhao Wenxuan became popular in Taiwan, Hong Kong and southeast Asia. In 1994,Mr. Zhao acted as a leading role in the Hong Kong film,\"Red Rose and White Rose\",in which many film stars like Ms Chen Chong from U. S. and Ms Ye Yuqing from the local area participated. This film was named for 10 prizes of the Taiwan Golden Horse Prize and at last it was awarded five prizes for the best play,actress and music. Zhao has regarded the film as one of his favorite films since he stepped into the acting circle. Since 1993,Mr. Zhao has taken part in the shootings of 13 films, most of which are thought highly of. Mr. Zhao said the that Taiwan should think to cooperate much with the mainland in the film producing industry and it would benefit each other. In recent years he often came to the mainland for film shooting. He has just completed his performance in the film \"Love Affairs\" directed by Mr. LiXin,a director from Shanghai Film Studio. The text suggests that _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 0,
"choices": [
"one's success is frequently (often) closely connected with a favorable chance",
"it is never too late to learn",
"know the enemy and know yourself, and you can fight a hundred battles with no danger of defeat",
"there is no limit to knowledge"
],
"question": "Zhao Wenxuan,a film star from Taiwan,has been fond of seeing films since his childhood. He would sometimes go to the cinema for the same film four or five times. He also enjoys literature and art. Before he took the film acting as his career,he had worked in an airline in Taipei, the capital of Taiwan Province. His change of job to acting was quite by chance. One day,he came across in the paper an advertisement for a leading actor to appear in the film named \"Wedding Feast.\" Full of excitement,he answered the job ad by telephoning the director of the film -- Mr. Li An. It was this telephone call that had changed all his life. At last the director decided him to be the very person for the role. That he could be chosen owed much to his good command of English,natural manners and low pay for his work in the film. The film \"Wedding Feast\" proved to be a hit. It won the German Golden Bear Award and entered the competition for one of the Oscar Academy Awards. Also, it was the first Taiwan film that was permitted to be shown in the U. S. Thanks to the film,Zhao Wenxuan became popular in Taiwan, Hong Kong and southeast Asia. In 1994,Mr. Zhao acted as a leading role in the Hong Kong film,\"Red Rose and White Rose\",in which many film stars like Ms Chen Chong from U. S. and Ms Ye Yuqing from the local area participated. This film was named for 10 prizes of the Taiwan Golden Horse Prize and at last it was awarded five prizes for the best play,actress and music. Zhao has regarded the film as one of his favorite films since he stepped into the acting circle. Since 1993,Mr. Zhao has taken part in the shootings of 13 films, most of which are thought highly of. Mr. Zhao said the that Taiwan should think to cooperate much with the mainland in the film producing industry and it would benefit each other. In recent years he often came to the mainland for film shooting. He has just completed his performance in the film \"Love Affairs\" directed by Mr. LiXin,a director from Shanghai Film Studio. From the text it can be inferred that _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 0,
"choices": [
"Discover",
"Self",
"In Style",
"Wired"
],
"question": "Discover News magazine of science devoted to the wonders and stories of modern science, written for the 41-45 ADBCA Cover Price: $59.88 Price: $19.95 ($1.66/issue) You Save : $39.93 (67%) Issues : 12 issues/12 months Self Published by Conde Nast Publications Inc., Selfis a handbook devoted to women's overall physical and mental health. Every issue contains usable articles such as \"Style Lab\", in which wearable clothes are mixed and matched on non-models and the \"Eat-Right Road Map\", with tips on how to eat properly. Cover Price: $ 35.86 Price: $15.00 ($2.5/issue) You Save: $ 20.86(58%) Issues: 6 issues/12 months In Style In Style is a guide to the lives and lifestyles of the world's famous people. The magazine covers the choices people make about their homes, their clothes and their free time activities. With photos and articles, it opens a door to these people's homes, families, parties and weddings, offering ideas about beauty, fitness and in general, lifestyles. Publisher: The Time Inc. Magazine Company. Cover Price: $47.88 Price: $23.88($2.38/issue) You Save: $24.00(50%) Issues: 10 issues/12 months Wired This magazine is designed for leaders in the field of information engineering including top managers and professionals in the computer, business, design and education industries. Published by Conde Nast Publications Inc., Wiredoften carries articles on how technology changes people's lives. Cover Price : $ 59.40 Price : $ 10.00 ($1.00/issue) You Save: $49.40(84%) Issues: 10 issues/12 months Which of the following magazines is published monthly?",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 3,
"choices": [
"Wired and In Style",
"Discover and In Style",
"Self and Discover",
"Self and Wired"
],
"question": "Discover News magazine of science devoted to the wonders and stories of modern science, written for the 41-45 ADBCA Cover Price: $59.88 Price: $19.95 ($1.66/issue) You Save : $39.93 (67%) Issues : 12 issues/12 months Self Published by Conde Nast Publications Inc., Selfis a handbook devoted to women's overall physical and mental health. Every issue contains usable articles such as \"Style Lab\", in which wearable clothes are mixed and matched on non-models and the \"Eat-Right Road Map\", with tips on how to eat properly. Cover Price: $ 35.86 Price: $15.00 ($2.5/issue) You Save: $ 20.86(58%) Issues: 6 issues/12 months In Style In Style is a guide to the lives and lifestyles of the world's famous people. The magazine covers the choices people make about their homes, their clothes and their free time activities. With photos and articles, it opens a door to these people's homes, families, parties and weddings, offering ideas about beauty, fitness and in general, lifestyles. Publisher: The Time Inc. Magazine Company. Cover Price: $47.88 Price: $23.88($2.38/issue) You Save: $24.00(50%) Issues: 10 issues/12 months Wired This magazine is designed for leaders in the field of information engineering including top managers and professionals in the computer, business, design and education industries. Published by Conde Nast Publications Inc., Wiredoften carries articles on how technology changes people's lives. Cover Price : $ 59.40 Price : $ 10.00 ($1.00/issue) You Save: $49.40(84%) Issues: 10 issues/12 months Which two following magazines are published by the same publisher?",
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} |
{
"answer": 1,
"choices": [
"In Style",
"Wired",
"Discover",
"Self"
],
"question": "Discover News magazine of science devoted to the wonders and stories of modern science, written for the 41-45 ADBCA Cover Price: $59.88 Price: $19.95 ($1.66/issue) You Save : $39.93 (67%) Issues : 12 issues/12 months Self Published by Conde Nast Publications Inc., Selfis a handbook devoted to women's overall physical and mental health. Every issue contains usable articles such as \"Style Lab\", in which wearable clothes are mixed and matched on non-models and the \"Eat-Right Road Map\", with tips on how to eat properly. Cover Price: $ 35.86 Price: $15.00 ($2.5/issue) You Save: $ 20.86(58%) Issues: 6 issues/12 months In Style In Style is a guide to the lives and lifestyles of the world's famous people. The magazine covers the choices people make about their homes, their clothes and their free time activities. With photos and articles, it opens a door to these people's homes, families, parties and weddings, offering ideas about beauty, fitness and in general, lifestyles. Publisher: The Time Inc. Magazine Company. Cover Price: $47.88 Price: $23.88($2.38/issue) You Save: $24.00(50%) Issues: 10 issues/12 months Wired This magazine is designed for leaders in the field of information engineering including top managers and professionals in the computer, business, design and education industries. Published by Conde Nast Publications Inc., Wiredoften carries articles on how technology changes people's lives. Cover Price : $ 59.40 Price : $ 10.00 ($1.00/issue) You Save: $49.40(84%) Issues: 10 issues/12 months Which magazine offers the biggest price cut?",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 2,
"choices": [
"In Style",
"Self",
"Wired",
"Discover"
],
"question": "Discover News magazine of science devoted to the wonders and stories of modern science, written for the 41-45 ADBCA Cover Price: $59.88 Price: $19.95 ($1.66/issue) You Save : $39.93 (67%) Issues : 12 issues/12 months Self Published by Conde Nast Publications Inc., Selfis a handbook devoted to women's overall physical and mental health. Every issue contains usable articles such as \"Style Lab\", in which wearable clothes are mixed and matched on non-models and the \"Eat-Right Road Map\", with tips on how to eat properly. Cover Price: $ 35.86 Price: $15.00 ($2.5/issue) You Save: $ 20.86(58%) Issues: 6 issues/12 months In Style In Style is a guide to the lives and lifestyles of the world's famous people. The magazine covers the choices people make about their homes, their clothes and their free time activities. With photos and articles, it opens a door to these people's homes, families, parties and weddings, offering ideas about beauty, fitness and in general, lifestyles. Publisher: The Time Inc. Magazine Company. Cover Price: $47.88 Price: $23.88($2.38/issue) You Save: $24.00(50%) Issues: 10 issues/12 months Wired This magazine is designed for leaders in the field of information engineering including top managers and professionals in the computer, business, design and education industries. Published by Conde Nast Publications Inc., Wiredoften carries articles on how technology changes people's lives. Cover Price : $ 59.40 Price : $ 10.00 ($1.00/issue) You Save: $49.40(84%) Issues: 10 issues/12 months Those who are interested in management and the use of high technology would probably choose _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 0,
"choices": [
"offer advice to ordinary women on clothes",
"show how a woman can become famous",
"introduce places with the best food",
"discuss ways of training models"
],
"question": "Discover News magazine of science devoted to the wonders and stories of modern science, written for the 41-45 ADBCA Cover Price: $59.88 Price: $19.95 ($1.66/issue) You Save : $39.93 (67%) Issues : 12 issues/12 months Self Published by Conde Nast Publications Inc., Selfis a handbook devoted to women's overall physical and mental health. Every issue contains usable articles such as \"Style Lab\", in which wearable clothes are mixed and matched on non-models and the \"Eat-Right Road Map\", with tips on how to eat properly. Cover Price: $ 35.86 Price: $15.00 ($2.5/issue) You Save: $ 20.86(58%) Issues: 6 issues/12 months In Style In Style is a guide to the lives and lifestyles of the world's famous people. The magazine covers the choices people make about their homes, their clothes and their free time activities. With photos and articles, it opens a door to these people's homes, families, parties and weddings, offering ideas about beauty, fitness and in general, lifestyles. Publisher: The Time Inc. Magazine Company. Cover Price: $47.88 Price: $23.88($2.38/issue) You Save: $24.00(50%) Issues: 10 issues/12 months Wired This magazine is designed for leaders in the field of information engineering including top managers and professionals in the computer, business, design and education industries. Published by Conde Nast Publications Inc., Wiredoften carries articles on how technology changes people's lives. Cover Price : $ 59.40 Price : $ 10.00 ($1.00/issue) You Save: $49.40(84%) Issues: 10 issues/12 months The \"Style Lab\" in Selfprovides readers with articles which _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 3,
"choices": [
"he didn't like the lawn.",
"the author's grandfather was against Jack working on the lawn",
"the lawn was full of living things",
"he himself did not take care of the lawn"
],
"question": "Jack used to curse the front yard as if it were a living thing. He was the man who lived with my grandmother for thirty years. He was not my grandfather, but an Italian who came down the road one day, selling fruit in Florida. Jack stopped at my grandmother's house to sell her some oranges just a stone's throw from downtown Miami, and he was delivering her whiskey a week later. He stayed for thirty years. Jack hated the front yard because he thought it was against him. There had been a beautiful lawn there when Jack came along, but he let it wander off into nothing. He refused to water it or take care of it in any way. Now the ground was so hard that it gave his car flat tires in the summer. The yard was always finding a nail to put in one of his tires or the car as always sinking out of sight in the winter when the rains came on. The lawn had belonged to my grandfather, who lived out the end of his life in an insane hospital. It had been his pride and joy and was said to be the place where his powers came. It can be inferred that the real reason Jack had problems with the yard was that _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 0,
"choices": [
"beautiful",
"worn out",
"wasted",
"full of nails"
],
"question": "Jack used to curse the front yard as if it were a living thing. He was the man who lived with my grandmother for thirty years. He was not my grandfather, but an Italian who came down the road one day, selling fruit in Florida. Jack stopped at my grandmother's house to sell her some oranges just a stone's throw from downtown Miami, and he was delivering her whiskey a week later. He stayed for thirty years. Jack hated the front yard because he thought it was against him. There had been a beautiful lawn there when Jack came along, but he let it wander off into nothing. He refused to water it or take care of it in any way. Now the ground was so hard that it gave his car flat tires in the summer. The yard was always finding a nail to put in one of his tires or the car as always sinking out of sight in the winter when the rains came on. The lawn had belonged to my grandfather, who lived out the end of his life in an insane hospital. It had been his pride and joy and was said to be the place where his powers came. We can learn from the passage that when the lawn belonged to the author's grandfather, it had been _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 1,
"choices": [
"They both hated the front lawn.",
"Jack was jealous of the author's grandfather.",
"They sold fruit in Florida.",
"They came from Italy and lived together."
],
"question": "Jack used to curse the front yard as if it were a living thing. He was the man who lived with my grandmother for thirty years. He was not my grandfather, but an Italian who came down the road one day, selling fruit in Florida. Jack stopped at my grandmother's house to sell her some oranges just a stone's throw from downtown Miami, and he was delivering her whiskey a week later. He stayed for thirty years. Jack hated the front yard because he thought it was against him. There had been a beautiful lawn there when Jack came along, but he let it wander off into nothing. He refused to water it or take care of it in any way. Now the ground was so hard that it gave his car flat tires in the summer. The yard was always finding a nail to put in one of his tires or the car as always sinking out of sight in the winter when the rains came on. The lawn had belonged to my grandfather, who lived out the end of his life in an insane hospital. It had been his pride and joy and was said to be the place where his powers came. What do we know about Jack and the author's grandfather?",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 2,
"choices": [
"Educational and informative TV shows are helpful to limit your TV time.",
"Doing sudoku and crossword puzzles may make you confused.",
"Playing certain video games may help you sharpen your mind.",
"Writing short messages often can also make you healthier ."
],
"question": "Tips for developing an exercise plan for your brain You know that eating a sensible diet and getting plenty of exercise help your body healthy and strong. But did you know that there are ways to make your brain healthier and smarter? Studies show that when the brain is _ to do something new, it creates new neural pathways . The more pathways you have, the faster you can think and the better memory you will have. Ten steps toward a smarter brain Limit your TV time Watching an average TV show requires very little brain power and brings the same result as neglecting physical exercise. Your brain will become weak just as your muscles do. If you watch TV, choose something educational and informative. Travel Traveling to a new country forces you to see and do things in a new way, providing stimulation to the brain. Learn a new language Acquiring a new language involves different learning methods. Learning a language sharpens your brain and helps prevent memory problems in later years. Master a new subject Each week, select an animal, a bird or a fish, and read everything you can about it. Stretch your brain as you become an expert on the subject. Use your non-dominant hand If you are right-handed, use your left hand for everyday activities, or use your right hand if you are left-handed. Doing familiar things in a new way will cause your brain to create new neural networks. Read often As you read, take the time to look up people or places that aren't familiar. Reading expands your vocabulary if you search for words and definitionsthat you don't know. Do puzzles According to the Mayo Clinic, doing sudoku and crossword puzzles keeps the brain sharp into your senior years. Calculate while you shop As you put things in your grocery cart, total everything in your head. See how much close you get to the actual total. Play video games Studies have found that certain video games force you to use critical decision-making skills and can even improve students' math scores. Tweet!(,) Read messages from people who represent a wide range of interests. And some say that learning to express yourself in just 140 characters is a great brain challenge! So get in the habit of challenging your brain, and make yourself smarter! What can we learn from the passage?",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 1,
"choices": [
"It introduces to us different kinds of trees",
"It instructs us how to water trees correctly",
"It teaches us how to tell whether a tree needs water",
"It analyses why different trees need different amounts of water"
],
"question": "Some trees can survive a long time without water. Think of trees that grow in the desert. But other trees may need more moisture than they can get from rainfall or from the air . Trees and other plants can look thirsty. Leaves can become weak and hang downward. They can also turn yellow. Yellowing can be a sign of too much water. But it can also be a warning sign of too little water. With a newly planted tree, the roots have not yet spread out from the root ball. The root ball can become dry faster than the dirt around it. So put water on the area of the root ball and the surrounding soil until the roots become established. Once a tree is well established, water deeply instead of watering often. The amount of water needed depends on the tree and the soil. Clay soils hold water for longer periods while sandy soil holds less water. During the hottest season, a deep watering may satisfy a tree for anywhere from ten days to four weeks. Ted Swiecki is a plant scientist . He says people should not water established trees at the base of the trunk . This can harm the tree. Too much water in the soil at the base of a tree can lead to the growth of fungi . If the area is too wet, harmful organisms have a better chance to invade the tree and cause disease. Mr. Swiecki says this is true especially in Mediterranean and semi-dry climates. Many trees in these climates have adapted to having a dry area near their base during the hottest season. He said, \"Water displaces (,)air in the soil. And roots are aerobic ; they require oxygen for the soil to function properly. So if you keep the soil completely wet and there's no air there, then the roots are starving for oxygen.\" What is the passage mainly about?",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 0,
"choices": [
"watering deeply matters more than watering often",
"we should water them as often as possible",
"its roots have not spread out from the root ball yet",
"a deep watering satisfies it for at most ten days in cold weather"
],
"question": "Some trees can survive a long time without water. Think of trees that grow in the desert. But other trees may need more moisture than they can get from rainfall or from the air . Trees and other plants can look thirsty. Leaves can become weak and hang downward. They can also turn yellow. Yellowing can be a sign of too much water. But it can also be a warning sign of too little water. With a newly planted tree, the roots have not yet spread out from the root ball. The root ball can become dry faster than the dirt around it. So put water on the area of the root ball and the surrounding soil until the roots become established. Once a tree is well established, water deeply instead of watering often. The amount of water needed depends on the tree and the soil. Clay soils hold water for longer periods while sandy soil holds less water. During the hottest season, a deep watering may satisfy a tree for anywhere from ten days to four weeks. Ted Swiecki is a plant scientist . He says people should not water established trees at the base of the trunk . This can harm the tree. Too much water in the soil at the base of a tree can lead to the growth of fungi . If the area is too wet, harmful organisms have a better chance to invade the tree and cause disease. Mr. Swiecki says this is true especially in Mediterranean and semi-dry climates. Many trees in these climates have adapted to having a dry area near their base during the hottest season. He said, \"Water displaces (,)air in the soil. And roots are aerobic ; they require oxygen for the soil to function properly. So if you keep the soil completely wet and there's no air there, then the roots are starving for oxygen.\" As to a well-established tree, _ .",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 0,
"choices": [
"Newly planted trees in sandy soil",
"Newly planted trees in clay soil",
"Well-established trees in clay soil",
"Well-established trees in sandy soil"
],
"question": "Some trees can survive a long time without water. Think of trees that grow in the desert. But other trees may need more moisture than they can get from rainfall or from the air . Trees and other plants can look thirsty. Leaves can become weak and hang downward. They can also turn yellow. Yellowing can be a sign of too much water. But it can also be a warning sign of too little water. With a newly planted tree, the roots have not yet spread out from the root ball. The root ball can become dry faster than the dirt around it. So put water on the area of the root ball and the surrounding soil until the roots become established. Once a tree is well established, water deeply instead of watering often. The amount of water needed depends on the tree and the soil. Clay soils hold water for longer periods while sandy soil holds less water. During the hottest season, a deep watering may satisfy a tree for anywhere from ten days to four weeks. Ted Swiecki is a plant scientist . He says people should not water established trees at the base of the trunk . This can harm the tree. Too much water in the soil at the base of a tree can lead to the growth of fungi . If the area is too wet, harmful organisms have a better chance to invade the tree and cause disease. Mr. Swiecki says this is true especially in Mediterranean and semi-dry climates. Many trees in these climates have adapted to having a dry area near their base during the hottest season. He said, \"Water displaces (,)air in the soil. And roots are aerobic ; they require oxygen for the soil to function properly. So if you keep the soil completely wet and there's no air there, then the roots are starving for oxygen.\" Which of the following situations requires the most watering?",
"subject": ""
} |
{
"answer": 3,
"choices": [
"Fungus and organism",
"Moisture and water",
"Root and base",
"Dirt and desert"
],
"question": "Some trees can survive a long time without water. Think of trees that grow in the desert. But other trees may need more moisture than they can get from rainfall or from the air . Trees and other plants can look thirsty. Leaves can become weak and hang downward. They can also turn yellow. Yellowing can be a sign of too much water. But it can also be a warning sign of too little water. With a newly planted tree, the roots have not yet spread out from the root ball. The root ball can become dry faster than the dirt around it. So put water on the area of the root ball and the surrounding soil until the roots become established. Once a tree is well established, water deeply instead of watering often. The amount of water needed depends on the tree and the soil. Clay soils hold water for longer periods while sandy soil holds less water. During the hottest season, a deep watering may satisfy a tree for anywhere from ten days to four weeks. Ted Swiecki is a plant scientist . He says people should not water established trees at the base of the trunk . This can harm the tree. Too much water in the soil at the base of a tree can lead to the growth of fungi . If the area is too wet, harmful organisms have a better chance to invade the tree and cause disease. Mr. Swiecki says this is true especially in Mediterranean and semi-dry climates. Many trees in these climates have adapted to having a dry area near their base during the hottest season. He said, \"Water displaces (,)air in the soil. And roots are aerobic ; they require oxygen for the soil to function properly. So if you keep the soil completely wet and there's no air there, then the roots are starving for oxygen.\" Which of the following does NOT share a close meaning in the passage?",
"subject": ""
} |
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