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N. Hamunayya has become famous because _ . | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Cotton farmers in some Indian villages are flooding to buy Coca-Cola and Pepsi, believing that the sugar in the fizzy drinks kills pests . Farmers say scientists advised them to mix pesticides with a sugary syrup to control pests, and they found the mixture cheaper and more effective than pure chemicals----... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high23909.txt | Cotton farmers in some Indian villages are flooding to buy Coca-Cola and Pepsi, believing that the sugar in the fizzy drinks kills pests . Farmers say scientists advised them to mix pesticides with a sugary syrup to control pests, and they found the mixture cheaper and more effective than pure chemicals---- although... | [
"He is the first farmer to use cola to kill pests.",
"He is strongly against the use of cola to kill pests.",
"He successfully advised farmers to use cola to kill pests.",
"He himself successfully used cola to kill pests and saved his crop."
] |
Embryos usually don't survive if they have extra or too few of these genetic units? | null | Answer the following science question clearly and accurately. | Embryos usually don't survive if they have extra or too few of these genetic units? | chromosomes | science | null | null | null | ribosomes | phenotypes | genes | chromosomes | Outside of chromosome 21 and the sex chromosomes, most embryos with extra chromosomes do not usually survive. Because chromosomes carry many, many genes, a disruption of a chromosome can cause severe problems with the development of a fetus. Individuals with one (or more) fewer chromosome usually don't survive either. ... | null | null | null |
According to Gary Becker, what causes people feel anxious about time? | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Why do people feel so rushed? Part of this is a perception problem. Generally, people in rich countries have more free time than they used to. This is particularly true in Europe, but even in America free time has been inching up. Women's paid work has risen a lot over this period,but their time in unpaid wo... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high9693.txt | Why do people feel so rushed? Part of this is a perception problem. Generally, people in rich countries have more free time than they used to. This is particularly true in Europe, but even in America free time has been inching up. Women's paid work has risen a lot over this period,but their time in unpaid work,like c... | [
"The wrong way of time being spent.",
"People's willingness to work hard.",
"The increasing value of work time.",
"More and more leisure time."
] |
What's the best title of the passage? | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
The Internet joins millions of computers all over the world, and it's used by people all over the world. It was invented in the 1960s in the USA. The American government needed a network of computers for its army. Then in the 1970s scientists and businesspeople also wanted to use the Internet to send and recei... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle1079.txt | The Internet joins millions of computers all over the world, and it's used by people all over the world. It was invented in the 1960s in the USA. The American government needed a network of computers for its army. Then in the 1970s scientists and businesspeople also wanted to use the Internet to send and receive messag... | [
"The history of the Internet",
"The World's greatest invention",
"The World Wide Web",
"The future of the Internet"
] |
Which of the following statements is NOT true? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Play allows children to use their creativity while developing their imagination and physical, cognitive , and emotional strength. Play is important to healthy brain development. Play allows children to create and explore a world they can master, conquering their fears while practicing adult roles. Undirected ... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high5669.txt | Play allows children to use their creativity while developing their imagination and physical, cognitive , and emotional strength. Play is important to healthy brain development. Play allows children to create and explore a world they can master, conquering their fears while practicing adult roles. Undirected play allo... | [
"Undirected play can help children develop team spirit.",
"Play can improve children's willingness to learn.",
"Play helps adults gain a better understanding of the children's thoughts.",
"Adults shouldn't be involved in children's play."
] |
What puzzled Fern at the beginning? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
"Where is Papa going with that ax ?" said Fern to her mother as they were setting the table for breakfast.
"Out to the hoghouse," replied Mrs. Arable. "Some pigs were born last night."
"I don't see why he needs an ax," continued Fern, who was only eight.
"Well," said her mother, "one of the pigs is a runt . ... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high3814.txt | "Where is Papa going with that ax ?" said Fern to her mother as they were setting the table for breakfast.
"Out to the hoghouse," replied Mrs. Arable. "Some pigs were born last night."
"I don't see why he needs an ax," continued Fern, who was only eight.
"Well," said her mother, "one of the pigs is a runt . It's very... | [
"Why her father refused to eat breakfast.",
"If the hoghouse was big enough for many pigs.",
"How pigs were born at night.",
"What his father would do with an ax."
] |
The example of Sheela and Nisha is used to _ . | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Sheela spent three days memorizing a poem for an oral test, but her friend Nisha merely scanned a new poem twice before reciting it from memory! Why then was there a difference? Nisha just knew how to learn better than Sheela. She had increased the ability of her brain by using some skills. Here are some steps... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high20799.txt | Sheela spent three days memorizing a poem for an oral test, but her friend Nisha merely scanned a new poem twice before reciting it from memory! Why then was there a difference? Nisha just knew how to learn better than Sheela. She had increased the ability of her brain by using some skills. Here are some steps to bette... | [
"show the difference between people in learning ability",
"explain the difficulty in memorizing poems",
"teach people how to memorize a poem quickly",
"introduce the main topic -- learning skills"
] |
What if Bill has to change his habit ? | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
The World Health Organization (WHO) said that processed meat may be carcipogenic . Do you still dare eat cancer-linked processed meat ? Here are some comments on the website.
Bill (Australia) I'd rather live a short, pleasant life than a long, unhappy one, denying myself tasty food just because some experts s... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high13325.txt | The World Health Organization (WHO) said that processed meat may be carcipogenic . Do you still dare eat cancer-linked processed meat ? Here are some comments on the website.
Bill (Australia) I'd rather live a short, pleasant life than a long, unhappy one, denying myself tasty food just because some experts say it's n... | [
"He'll feel unhappy.",
"He'll live a pleasant life.",
"He'll go on a diet.",
"He'll become a vegetarian."
] |
What is outside the town? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
I used to live in a small town with trees all around. It is about thirty years since I left my hometown. But I still remember what it was exactly like. And I often "see" it in many of my dreams. My hometown is a beautiful place. It stands beside a wide river and is rich in fish and rice.
But in the old days it... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle7163.txt | I used to live in a small town with trees all around. It is about thirty years since I left my hometown. But I still remember what it was exactly like. And I often "see" it in many of my dreams. My hometown is a beautiful place. It stands beside a wide river and is rich in fish and rice.
But in the old days it was a po... | [
"a lake",
"a river",
"a forest",
"a grassland"
] |
When following the Upward Path, the person facing tragedy should _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
In the face of tragedy,you must of course let yourself feel: Cry without holding back, shake with fear, yell out in anger, accept and follow your feelings. This is part of the wise approach to tragedy: The Upward Path --the feeling of emotions, the acceptance of them, and the coupling of the emotional mind wit... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high5106.txt | In the face of tragedy,you must of course let yourself feel: Cry without holding back, shake with fear, yell out in anger, accept and follow your feelings. This is part of the wise approach to tragedy: The Upward Path --the feeling of emotions, the acceptance of them, and the coupling of the emotional mind with wisdom.... | [
"free his emotions",
"hold back his feelings",
"fill his world with positive ideas",
"give in to tragedy and all opposing forces"
] |
What's the author's attitude to euthanasia? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Australia's Northern Territory became the first legal authority in the world to perform euthanasia --that's to say, doctors are permitted to take the lives of incurably ill patients who wish to die. Word that the law was passed by the vote of 15 to 10 immediately flashed on the Internet and was picked up by Jo... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high2996.txt | Australia's Northern Territory became the first legal authority in the world to perform euthanasia --that's to say, doctors are permitted to take the lives of incurably ill patients who wish to die. Word that the law was passed by the vote of 15 to 10 immediately flashed on the Internet and was picked up by John, the d... | [
"Negative",
"Critical",
"Doubtful",
"Positive"
] |
It seems very probable that my neighbor wanted to _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
A neighbor of mine, while visiting his mother in Boston, took her to a shoe store to buy a new pair of shoes. While she was trying on different styles, my neighbor took the manager aside. "When she picks out a pair that she likes," he said, "Just tell her that the price is 12 dollars. I'll pay the regular pric... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high3774.txt | A neighbor of mine, while visiting his mother in Boston, took her to a shoe store to buy a new pair of shoes. While she was trying on different styles, my neighbor took the manager aside. "When she picks out a pair that she likes," he said, "Just tell her that the price is 12 dollars. I'll pay the regular price. I don'... | [
"please his mother",
"cheat his mother",
"cheat the manager",
"please his mother's friends"
] |
The passage is mainly about_. | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
With fifteen years prefix = st1 /Britainand other nations should be well on with the building of huge industrial complexes for the recycling of waste . The word rubbish could lose its meaning because everything which goes into the dumps would be made into something useful . Even the most dangerous and unpleasa... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high17410.txt | With fifteen years prefix = st1 /Britainand other nations should be well on with the building of huge industrial complexes for the recycling of waste . The word rubbish could lose its meaning because everything which goes into the dumps would be made into something useful . Even the most dangerous and unpleasant wastes... | [
"a cheap way to get energy",
"the location of recycling plants",
"new ways of recycling wastes",
"the probability of city environment"
] |
What can we learn about the two little brothers? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
I know it is wrong to envy your children. But when I see my son, Tonio and his younger brother Sam going down a slide together, one's arm around the other, I know I have missed something wonderful.
Not only did I never have a brother, but also I had no friendships like theirs. My sister was old enough to help ... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high4238.txt | I know it is wrong to envy your children. But when I see my son, Tonio and his younger brother Sam going down a slide together, one's arm around the other, I know I have missed something wonderful.
Not only did I never have a brother, but also I had no friendships like theirs. My sister was old enough to help take care... | [
"Tonio often encouraged Sam when Sam burst into tears.",
"The two brothers went to the same kindergarten.",
"Neither of the brothers played with other children.",
"They supported each other in different ways."
] |
What's the best title for the text? _ | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Since 2008, hunters have illegally killed more than 3000 rhinos in South Africa. The International Union for Conservation of Nature warns that rhinos may die out by 2026. People who hunt and kill illegally are called poachers. The most effective way to watch for and prevent illegal hunting is from the air. How... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high13805.txt | Since 2008, hunters have illegally killed more than 3000 rhinos in South Africa. The International Union for Conservation of Nature warns that rhinos may die out by 2026. People who hunt and kill illegally are called poachers. The most effective way to watch for and prevent illegal hunting is from the air. However, pil... | [
"How to make the drone work well",
"A new way to stop illegal hunting",
"The living conditions of rhinos are worrying",
"The drone helps save rhinos in South Africa"
] |
What can the school's student union do for students? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
We all know that good study habits are essential to success. We probably can reduce the academic dishonesty by promoting good study habits among students. Letting the students know how important good study habits are when they come to school. Still, even procrastination can be overcome by proper study habits,... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high19206.txt | We all know that good study habits are essential to success. We probably can reduce the academic dishonesty by promoting good study habits among students. Letting the students know how important good study habits are when they come to school. Still, even procrastination can be overcome by proper study habits, and impr... | [
"Organize teaches to help students learn effectively.",
"Work out a few simple study tips for them to follow.",
"Ask them to use folders to keep their assignments.",
"Offer help before and while they do their homework."
] |
What's Katy's dream? | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Katy Marsh is seventy years old now. She stopped working five years ago. Last year she decided to make her dream come true.
When she was young, she hoped to travel along a river of Scotland in a small boat. She took her small CD player, her hot water bottle and a bag of books to make her life in the boat wasn... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle7621.txt | Katy Marsh is seventy years old now. She stopped working five years ago. Last year she decided to make her dream come true.
When she was young, she hoped to travel along a river of Scotland in a small boat. She took her small CD player, her hot water bottle and a bag of books to make her life in the boat wasn't too un... | [
"To have a trip along a river of Scotland in a boat.",
"To travel to Scotland by boat.",
"To have a trip at sea in a boat.",
"To have a great dream at night."
] |
In 1929 a concert on New Year's Eve was given by _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
In the US, the most popular way to welcome the new year is with a big party. Some parties are at private homes. But in recent years, it has become more and more common for Americans to go to a hotel or eating-place on the night of December 31st. There, they can eat a big dinner, drink champagne, and dance to o... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle3265.txt | In the US, the most popular way to welcome the new year is with a big party. Some parties are at private homes. But in recent years, it has become more and more common for Americans to go to a hotel or eating-place on the night of December 31st. There, they can eat a big dinner, drink champagne, and dance to orchestra ... | [
"the band of Guy Lombardo",
"the band of Bill Lombardo",
"the band of Johann Strauss",
"the band of Elvis Aaron Presley"
] |
What does the author mean by "... you're just underlining his faults"(Line4, Para3)? | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Can we turn negative thoughts like "I never do anything right" into positive ones like "I can succeed"? Is there power in positive thinking?
Researchers in Canada just published a study in the journal Psychological Science that says trying to get people to think more positively can actually have the opposite e... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high15053.txt | Can we turn negative thoughts like "I never do anything right" into positive ones like "I can succeed"? Is there power in positive thinking?
Researchers in Canada just published a study in the journal Psychological Science that says trying to get people to think more positively can actually have the opposite effect: it... | [
"You are not taking his mistakes seriously enough.",
"You are pointing out the mistakes he has made.",
"You are emphasizing the fact that he is not clever.",
"You are trying to make him feel better about his faults."
] |
According to the passage, when something is on fire, you must _ at once. | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
What should we do if a fire happens? Look at the following.
1. Shout----Shout as loudly as you can ,because people may be asleep.
2. Call 119----Never try to put out a fire yourself. Tell 119 where you are and what is on fire.
3. Keep down close to the floor----There's less smoke down there, so it's easier to ... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle4976.txt | What should we do if a fire happens? Look at the following.
1. Shout----Shout as loudly as you can ,because people may be asleep.
2. Call 119----Never try to put out a fire yourself. Tell 119 where you are and what is on fire.
3. Keep down close to the floor----There's less smoke down there, so it's easier to breathe a... | [
"look for your pet",
"telephone 119",
"call 120",
"put out the fire yourself"
] |
According to Lars Nyberg, the 3G services they provide _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Climbers at the top of Mount Everest, the world's highest peak, will now be able to make video calls and surf the Internet on their mobile phones, a Nepalese telecom group claims.
Ncell, a branch company of Swedish phone giant TeliaSonera, said on Thursday it had set up a high-speed third-generation (3G) pho... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high4159.txt | Climbers at the top of Mount Everest, the world's highest peak, will now be able to make video calls and surf the Internet on their mobile phones, a Nepalese telecom group claims.
Ncell, a branch company of Swedish phone giant TeliaSonera, said on Thursday it had set up a high-speed third-generation (3G) phone base s... | [
"are fast and convenient",
"are a little expensive",
"can make voice-only calls",
"offer free emailing"
] |
According to the author , what is the common view of those who have lost some weight first and gained it back later ? | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
For many years, I was convinced that my suffering was due to my size . I believed that when the weight disappeared, it would take old wounds , hurts and rejections with it .
Many weight-conscious people also mistakenly believe that changing our bodies will fix everything. Perhaps our worst mistake is believing... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high17498.txt | For many years, I was convinced that my suffering was due to my size . I believed that when the weight disappeared, it would take old wounds , hurts and rejections with it .
Many weight-conscious people also mistakenly believe that changing our bodies will fix everything. Perhaps our worst mistake is believing that bei... | [
"They feel optimistic about future plans on weight control.",
"They are indifferent to the regained weight .",
"The feel angry about the regained weight .",
"They think they should give up their future plans on weight control ."
] |
Which of the following is NOT TRUE about New York? | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
New York is the biggest city of the USA. A long time ago, it was called Lenapehoking. In 1626, Dutch people bought the land for only $24! They called it New Amsterdam. Then in 1664, the British took it over and changed the name to New York.
New York had an excellent harbour . Many people from all over the wor... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle7721.txt | New York is the biggest city of the USA. A long time ago, it was called Lenapehoking. In 1626, Dutch people bought the land for only $24! They called it New Amsterdam. Then in 1664, the British took it over and changed the name to New York.
New York had an excellent harbour . Many people from all over the world came b... | [
"The city got the name \"New York\" in 1664.",
"New York is a big and exciting city.",
"New York has five smaller towns now.",
"If you are hungry at 3 a.m., you can go to a restaurant."
] |
Which of the following is TRUE according to the text? | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
With only a click of the mouse, rumors can be forwarded between microblogs very quickly. As an example, recently, perceptive netizens discovered that some photos displayed on microblogs depicting Beijing's June rainstorm had actually been _ .
Sina.com is one of the major internet portals in China with hundred... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high5278.txt | With only a click of the mouse, rumors can be forwarded between microblogs very quickly. As an example, recently, perceptive netizens discovered that some photos displayed on microblogs depicting Beijing's June rainstorm had actually been _ .
Sina.com is one of the major internet portals in China with hundreds and tho... | [
"All the rumors have been spread through microblogs.",
"Sina.com is the most popular Internet portal in China.",
"The photos displayed on microblogs might be fake.",
"Traditional media tend to get rumors examined and clarified."
] |
What would be the best title for the passage? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Anne is six years older than me. Growing up, we were very poor, and my mother worked evenings at a factory in a small town. Not seeing my mother much, Anne looked after me and my younger sister. During those hard years, Anne was always there for me, not only as a big sister, but as a mother and my best friend... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high13490.txt | Anne is six years older than me. Growing up, we were very poor, and my mother worked evenings at a factory in a small town. Not seeing my mother much, Anne looked after me and my younger sister. During those hard years, Anne was always there for me, not only as a big sister, but as a mother and my best friend.
When I ... | [
"An important interview",
"A special pair of new shoes",
"Memories of poor childhood",
"Lifelong gratitude to a friend"
] |
In what way is the Cannes Film Festival different from the Hollywood Oscars? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
It is a beautiful evening in May.The lights shine and float across the surface of the water.The yachts are like floating nightclubs moving to the sound of the music, the laughter, and joyous mood of the parties.If it's May in Cannes, then it must be the Cannes Film Festival.
The Hollywood Oscars are the mo... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high23802.txt | It is a beautiful evening in May.The lights shine and float across the surface of the water.The yachts are like floating nightclubs moving to the sound of the music, the laughter, and joyous mood of the parties.If it's May in Cannes, then it must be the Cannes Film Festival.
The Hollywood Oscars are the most famous... | [
"It's more popular to the public.",
"Films will be shown during it.",
"It has a much earlier origin.",
"It's held every other year."
] |
The passage is mainly about _ . | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
While the history of technology can be traced along many lines, one of the most amazing development is that of photo technology, the technology of light.From the prehistoric invention of fire to laser beams and fiber optics , light has "continually occupied the minds of inventors".Their inventions fall into... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high21190.txt | While the history of technology can be traced along many lines, one of the most amazing development is that of photo technology, the technology of light.From the prehistoric invention of fire to laser beams and fiber optics , light has "continually occupied the minds of inventors".Their inventions fall into two grou... | [
"the history of technology",
"the speed of mass communication",
"the influence of light on communication",
"the great number of television channels"
] |
What do we know about sperm whales? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Every small child knows the panic of losing sight of its mother in the supermarket, and as these delightful pictures show, small whales obviously feel the same way.
Taken by a British diver who was following the sperm whale calf, _ show the minute the baby - who had lost track of its mum - found her again in ... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high14206.txt | Every small child knows the panic of losing sight of its mother in the supermarket, and as these delightful pictures show, small whales obviously feel the same way.
Taken by a British diver who was following the sperm whale calf, _ show the minute the baby - who had lost track of its mum - found her again in the sea o... | [
"The young are independent.",
"They are highly social animals.",
"They tend to live in warm sea waters.",
"Females take turns to care for babies."
] |
What is a satellite? | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
In the sunny night, look up at the clear night sky. You can probably see thousands of stars. The biggest thing you'll see, of course, is the moon. For thousands of years, people have wondered about this big thing in the sky.
Earth's moon is a satellite. A satellite is a body that orbits a planet. All moons are... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle4841.txt | In the sunny night, look up at the clear night sky. You can probably see thousands of stars. The biggest thing you'll see, of course, is the moon. For thousands of years, people have wondered about this big thing in the sky.
Earth's moon is a satellite. A satellite is a body that orbits a planet. All moons are satellit... | [
"A planet.",
"A spacecraft.",
"A body that orbits a planet.",
"A black star."
] |
From what Larry's friend asked in the end,we know that _ | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Once an Englishman named Larry Belmont went to Russia for a holiday. After he got back, some of his friends came. "I had a very dangerous trip while I was in Russia," Larry said. "I went to see a friend in the country when the sun went down, I was still travelling through a forest in a sleigh . It was a long w... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high8005.txt | Once an Englishman named Larry Belmont went to Russia for a holiday. After he got back, some of his friends came. "I had a very dangerous trip while I was in Russia," Larry said. "I went to see a friend in the country when the sun went down, I was still travelling through a forest in a sleigh . It was a long way from m... | [
"Larry's trip was really dangerous",
"the last wolf was too fat to run",
"all the wolves had been shot by Larry",
"his friend did not believe what Larry had said."
] |
In parts of Turkey, if one nods his head, it means he _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
We always use body language in our daily life. When we have a talk with someone, we may use more body language than words. However, the same body language may mean different things in different countries. That's why people sometimes do not understand each other correctly. Pointing to one part of the body can m... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle4093.txt | We always use body language in our daily life. When we have a talk with someone, we may use more body language than words. However, the same body language may mean different things in different countries. That's why people sometimes do not understand each other correctly. Pointing to one part of the body can mean diffe... | [
"doesn't agree",
"agrees",
"is happy",
"is sad"
] |
What is the reason for the success of the "I'm" program according to Keso? | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
It seems that all your friends' names on MSN have added a little green "I'm" symbol overnight. If you ask what is going on, someone will tell you it's a charity activity.
Though this charity program has not yet officially begun for Chinese users, this little green symbol has proven popular among Chinese Window... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high81.txt | It seems that all your friends' names on MSN have added a little green "I'm" symbol overnight. If you ask what is going on, someone will tell you it's a charity activity.
Though this charity program has not yet officially begun for Chinese users, this little green symbol has proven popular among Chinese Windows Live Me... | [
"It doesn't bring other users trouble.",
"It is popular with the poor people.",
"It is supported by Microsoft.",
"It is advertised through the Internet."
] |
Which of the following is the best title for the passage? | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
European Day of Languages falls on 26 September. BBC News Online reported the attitudes across several European Union countries to languages.
Tamsin Smith, Rome, Italy
Italians place very high importance on learning languages, particularly English. Twenty years ago it was quite difficult to find an English spe... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high9291.txt | European Day of Languages falls on 26 September. BBC News Online reported the attitudes across several European Union countries to languages.
Tamsin Smith, Rome, Italy
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"BBC News Online.",
"Attitudes to Languages in Europe.",
"Three Foreigners in Europe."
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According to the passage, which of the following is true? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Food picked up just a few seconds after being dropped is less likely to contain bacteria than if it is left for longer periods of time, according to the findings of research carried out at Aston University's School of Life and Health Sciences. The findings suggest there may be some scientific basis to the "5 ... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high8779.txt | Food picked up just a few seconds after being dropped is less likely to contain bacteria than if it is left for longer periods of time, according to the findings of research carried out at Aston University's School of Life and Health Sciences. The findings suggest there may be some scientific basis to the "5 second ru... | [
"A toast dropped on the carpet is easier to be polluted than that dropped on the cement floor.",
"A sticky chocolate dropped on the carpet is easier to be polluted than that dropped on the cement floor within 5 seconds.",
"The food dropped on the carpet shares the same potential of being polluted with the food ... |
Where were Ladislao and Georg Biro from? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Nobody knows who invented the pencil or when it was invented. A Swiss described a pencil in a book in 1565. He said it was a piece of wood with lead inside it . Pencils weren't popular, and people continued to write with pens. In 1795,someone started making pencils from graphite and they became very popular.... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle7022.txt | Nobody knows who invented the pencil or when it was invented. A Swiss described a pencil in a book in 1565. He said it was a piece of wood with lead inside it . Pencils weren't popular, and people continued to write with pens. In 1795,someone started making pencils from graphite and they became very popular. Today, p... | [
"America.",
"Australia.",
"England.",
"Hungary."
] |
The amygdala lit up more clearly when people . | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Say you're in the supermarket parking lot, holding your baby, bags of goods, and trying to open your car. A stranger walks up and says,"Here, let me hold your baby."Should you let him?
According to a new New York University study, knowing whether or not to trust someone is so important that we can tell whether... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high19588.txt | Say you're in the supermarket parking lot, holding your baby, bags of goods, and trying to open your car. A stranger walks up and says,"Here, let me hold your baby."Should you let him?
According to a new New York University study, knowing whether or not to trust someone is so important that we can tell whether a face i... | [
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"saw an untrustworthy face",
"met a reliable person",
"saw a familiar face"
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---What does Cara do if Bill is late for dinner? --- _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Every evening at six o'clock an old man goes to a restaurant near his house. He eats dinner. After dinner, he drinks coffee and talks to the people at the restaurant.
The old man's name is Bill. Bill eats at the restaurant every evening because he is lonely. His wife died and he has no children.
Every evening ... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle6835.txt | Every evening at six o'clock an old man goes to a restaurant near his house. He eats dinner. After dinner, he drinks coffee and talks to the people at the restaurant.
The old man's name is Bill. Bill eats at the restaurant every evening because he is lonely. His wife died and he has no children.
Every evening the same ... | [
"She calls him on the telephone",
"She calls the police on the phone",
"She brings dinner to Bill's house",
"She waits for him at the door"
] |
At certain times of year, a stream or river may overflow its banks. what is the area of land that is flooded called? | null | Answer the following science question clearly and accurately. | At certain times of year, a stream or river may overflow its banks. what is the area of land that is flooded called? | floodplain | science | null | null | null | lowland | inlet | run off | floodplain | At certain times of year, a stream or river may overflow its banks. The area of land that is flooded is called the floodplain. The floodplain may be very wide where the river flows over a nearly flat surface. | null | null | null |
What system serves as the relay between the cns and the internal organs? | null | Answer the following science question clearly and accurately. | What system serves as the relay between the cns and the internal organs? | autonomic nervous system | science | null | null | null | limbic nervous system | cellular nervous system | central nervous system | autonomic nervous system | The autonomic nervous system serves as the relay between the CNS and the internal organs. It controls the lungs, the heart, smooth muscle, and exocrine and endocrine glands. The autonomic nervous system controls these organs largely without conscious control; it can continuously monitor the conditions of these differen... | null | null | null |
Becky has 50 necklaces in her jewelry collection. 3 of the necklaces have broken beads so she collects the unbroken beads for crafting and throws the other parts of the 3 the necklaces out. Becky buys 5 new necklaces that week. She decides to give 15 of her old necklaces to her friends as gifts. How many necklaces does... | Becky started with 50 necklaces and then got rid of 3, 50 - 3 = <<50-3=47>>47 necklaces.
Becky buys 5 new necklaces that week, 47 + 5 = <<47+5=52>>52 necklaces.
She gives 17 of her necklaces as gifts to friends, 52 - 15 = <<37=37>>37 necklaces Becky owns now.
#### 37 | Solve the following math problem and explain your reasoning step by step. | Becky has 50 necklaces in her jewelry collection. 3 of the necklaces have broken beads so she collects the unbroken beads for crafting and throws the other parts of the 3 the necklaces out. Becky buys 5 new necklaces that week. She decides to give 15 of her old necklaces to her friends as gifts. How many necklaces does... | Becky started with 50 necklaces and then got rid of 3, 50 - 3 = <<50-3=47>>47 necklaces.
Becky buys 5 new necklaces that week, 47 + 5 = <<47+5=52>>52 necklaces.
She gives 17 of her necklaces as gifts to friends, 52 - 15 = <<37=37>>37 necklaces Becky owns now.
#### 37 | math | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null |
In a car dealership with 600 cars, 60% of the cars are hybrids, and 40% of the hybrids contain only one headlight. How many of the hybrids have full headlights? | In the car dealership with 600 cars, 60% of the cars are hybrids, meaning there are 60/100*600 = <<60/100*600=360>>360 hybrid cars.
Out of the 360 hybrid cars, 40% contain only one headlight. a total of 40/100*360 = <<40/100*360=144>>144 cars.
The total number of hybrid cars with full headlights is 360-144=<<360-144=21... | Solve the following math problem and explain your reasoning step by step. | In a car dealership with 600 cars, 60% of the cars are hybrids, and 40% of the hybrids contain only one headlight. How many of the hybrids have full headlights? | In the car dealership with 600 cars, 60% of the cars are hybrids, meaning there are 60/100*600 = <<60/100*600=360>>360 hybrid cars.
Out of the 360 hybrid cars, 40% contain only one headlight. a total of 40/100*360 = <<40/100*360=144>>144 cars.
The total number of hybrid cars with full headlights is 360-144=<<360-144=21... | math | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null |
Which of the following is NOT an advantage of the iPad? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Yasuda is 95 years old. Looking for easier ways to search the Web and send email, he bought Apple's iPad. The company has sold 3.27 million iPads since they entered the market in April. Although it's impossible to know with certainty how many seniors are buying them, evidence suggests that it's a hit with se... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high5573.txt | Yasuda is 95 years old. Looking for easier ways to search the Web and send email, he bought Apple's iPad. The company has sold 3.27 million iPads since they entered the market in April. Although it's impossible to know with certainty how many seniors are buying them, evidence suggests that it's a hit with seniors.
Th... | [
"It has intuitive interface.",
"It is easy to operate.",
"Beginners can use it without similar experiences.",
"People can use it as a way to do mental exercise."
] |
It can be learned from the diaries that _ . | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
The following diaries were written by an Australian boy named Tony. He was on holiday with his family in South Asia.
Question:
It can be learned from the diaries that _ .
Choices:
A. people are willing to set up websites
B. Tony's father worked in the hospital there
C. people can do something to help each... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle4099.txt | The following diaries were written by an Australian boy named Tony. He was on holiday with his family in South Asia. | [
"people are willing to set up websites",
"Tony's father worked in the hospital there",
"people can do something to help each other",
"Tony went there to look for his family members"
] |
What do students and teachers often ask? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
My Plan for Learning English
Many students and teachers always ask this question"What's the best way to learn English well?"Different people have different answers.Here is my plan for learning English.It is based on my own experience in learning languages.It helped me when I learned English.I hope that it can ... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle5328.txt | My Plan for Learning English
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"How to speak English well.",
"How to write English well.",
"How to read English well.",
"How to learn English well."
] |
Waterworks came to the town _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Charlie was always happy. He liked helping others and people asked him for help when they were in trouble. He even got the name"Happy Charlie".
One day, a boy called Waterworks came to the town on holiday. No matter what Charlie said to him, Waterworks would always find some reason to be sad-- My parents didn'... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle5650.txt | Charlie was always happy. He liked helping others and people asked him for help when they were in trouble. He even got the name"Happy Charlie".
One day, a boy called Waterworks came to the town on holiday. No matter what Charlie said to him, Waterworks would always find some reason to be sad-- My parents didn't buy me ... | [
"for a vacation",
"to visit Charlie",
"for study",
"for work"
] |
Which of the following belongs to the description of "Vocal"? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
A good first impression is important. So, how do you, when you're meeting someone for the first time, make certain he or she doesn't get the wrong image of you?
A study concluded that the first 30 seconds make or break the connection between two people when they meet for the first time. Another study conducted... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high7054.txt | A good first impression is important. So, how do you, when you're meeting someone for the first time, make certain he or she doesn't get the wrong image of you?
A study concluded that the first 30 seconds make or break the connection between two people when they meet for the first time. Another study conducted by UCLA ... | [
"Dress yourself very well.",
"Speak carefully and clearly.",
"Repeat the same thing several times.",
"Spend some time on your appearance."
] |
Cora started reading a 158-page book on Monday, and she decided she wanted to finish it by the end of Friday. She read 23 pages on Monday, 38 pages on Tuesday, and 61 pages on Wednesday. She knows she will have time to read twice as much on Friday as she does on Thursday. How many pages does she have to read on Thursda... | Let P be the number of pages Cora has to read on Thursday.
If she finishes the book by the end of Friday, she will have read 23 + 38 + 61 + P + 2P = 158 pages.
The pages she has left to read by Thursday are P + 2P = 3P = 158 - 23 - 38 - 61 = pages.
Thus, by Thursday she has 3P = 36 pages left to read.
Therefore, to fin... | Solve the following math problem and explain your reasoning step by step. | Cora started reading a 158-page book on Monday, and she decided she wanted to finish it by the end of Friday. She read 23 pages on Monday, 38 pages on Tuesday, and 61 pages on Wednesday. She knows she will have time to read twice as much on Friday as she does on Thursday. How many pages does she have to read on Thursda... | Let P be the number of pages Cora has to read on Thursday.
If she finishes the book by the end of Friday, she will have read 23 + 38 + 61 + P + 2P = 158 pages.
The pages she has left to read by Thursday are P + 2P = 3P = 158 - 23 - 38 - 61 = pages.
Thus, by Thursday she has 3P = 36 pages left to read.
Therefore, to fin... | math | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null |
Confucius was born on _ . ' | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Confucius was born on September 28,551 BC.Chinese regard Confucius as the greatest thinker and also the greatest teacher.He had about 3,000 students.For more that 2,000 years,Confucius's ideas have been around in people's everyday life.Now they have gone far into east and south Asia.People can still hear them ... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle3288.txt | Confucius was born on September 28,551 BC.Chinese regard Confucius as the greatest thinker and also the greatest teacher.He had about 3,000 students.For more that 2,000 years,Confucius's ideas have been around in people's everyday life.Now they have gone far into east and south Asia.People can still hear them today.
Wh... | [
"September 28,551 AD",
"September 28,551 BC",
"December 28,551 BC",
"December 28,551 AD"
] |
Under which circumstance will an alert message not be sent? | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Federal regulators Wednesday approved a plan to create a nationwide emergence alert system using text messages delivered to cell phones.
Text messages have exploded in popularity in recent years, particularly among young people. The wireless industry's trade association, CTIA, estimates more than 48 billion te... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high17275.txt | Federal regulators Wednesday approved a plan to create a nationwide emergence alert system using text messages delivered to cell phones.
Text messages have exploded in popularity in recent years, particularly among young people. The wireless industry's trade association, CTIA, estimates more than 48 billion text messag... | [
"A child loses his way.",
"A terrorist attack occurs.",
"A natural disaster happens.",
"A university shooting happens."
] |
Which is true according to the passage? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
BEIJINCG, Feb.28, 2008 (Xinhua) -- China plans to carry out its first spacewalk in second half of the year, an official of the nation's manned space program said here on Thursday.
The Shenzhou VII spacecraft will be launched from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in the northwestern province of Gansu late in... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high20810.txt | BEIJINCG, Feb.28, 2008 (Xinhua) -- China plans to carry out its first spacewalk in second half of the year, an official of the nation's manned space program said here on Thursday.
The Shenzhou VII spacecraft will be launched from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in the northwestern province of Gansu late in the year... | [
"Important technique about spacewalk remain uncertain in spite of researches.",
"spacewalk is the only factor that leads to Shenzhou VII mission's complexity.",
"Due to Shenzhou VIPs inability, it's uncertain how to broadcast the spacewalk.",
"Our.country is getting along quite well with developing spaceship ... |
Chen Guangbiao says he will donate _ to charity after he dies. | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Chen Guangbiao was born in Jiangsu in July,1968. He is the chairperson of a company in Jiangsu. Now he is one of China's richest men and he has donated a great amount of money to charity projects. He says he will donate everything he has to charity after he dies.
When people are in need of help, he will appear... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle431.txt | Chen Guangbiao was born in Jiangsu in July,1968. He is the chairperson of a company in Jiangsu. Now he is one of China's richest men and he has donated a great amount of money to charity projects. He says he will donate everything he has to charity after he dies.
When people are in need of help, he will appear at once.... | [
"nothing",
"some schools",
"everything he has",
"his whole company"
] |
Most stress is thrown at the teacher _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Teaching is one of the most rewarding jobs. It is also one of the most stressful. If you want to be a teacher, you should have a passion for young people. If you are thinking about going into teaching for any other reason than this, you need to find another job.
Teaching is difficult. Students can be difficu... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle5256.txt | Teaching is one of the most rewarding jobs. It is also one of the most stressful. If you want to be a teacher, you should have a passion for young people. If you are thinking about going into teaching for any other reason than this, you need to find another job.
Teaching is difficult. Students can be difficult. Paren... | [
"in the classroom",
"from the parents",
"in a year or two",
"after class"
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What can be concluded from the study? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
A new study from Harvard University revealed that the message parents mean to send to children about the value of sympathy is being mistaken by the message they actually send. In fact they value achievement and happiness above all else.
The Making Caring Common Project at Harvard's Graduate School of Educatio... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high9478.txt | A new study from Harvard University revealed that the message parents mean to send to children about the value of sympathy is being mistaken by the message they actually send. In fact they value achievement and happiness above all else.
The Making Caring Common Project at Harvard's Graduate School of Education surveye... | [
"20% of the students are not ambitious.",
"Kids care more about achievement.",
"About 80% of the students are not caring.",
"A majority of the kids are kind students."
] |
Whom does Bob ask the way? | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Bob comes out of the station and at once he doesn't know where to go. He comes to see his good friend, Peter. Peter is a worker. He works in a factory, but Bob doesn't know where the factory is.
He walks along the street. He passes a hospital, a post office, a bookshop and at last he gets to a school. Some stu... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle1953.txt | Bob comes out of the station and at once he doesn't know where to go. He comes to see his good friend, Peter. Peter is a worker. He works in a factory, but Bob doesn't know where the factory is.
He walks along the street. He passes a hospital, a post office, a bookshop and at last he gets to a school. Some students are... | [
"Bob.",
"Peter.",
"A student.",
"A policeman."
] |
Which type of diseases do antibiotics treat? | null | Answer the following science question clearly and accurately. | Which type of diseases do antibiotics treat? | bacterial diseases | science | null | null | null | nervous diseases | genetic disorders | viral diseases | bacterial diseases | Fungi can produce antibiotics , such as penicillin. Antibiotics are important medicines that kill bacteria, and penicillin was the first identified cure against many deadly bacterial species. Antibiotics only treat bacterial diseases; they can not be used to treat viral or fungal diseases. | null | null | null |
According to the passage, which of the following statements is TRUE? | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
A hoarder is someone who is unable or unwilling to throw items away, and the disposal of items causes them considerable pain. When people hoard a massive amount of objects, it takes over the inhabitable spaces of their home. As the collection grows, they are unable to do simple , _ activities such as cooking... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high10626.txt | A hoarder is someone who is unable or unwilling to throw items away, and the disposal of items causes them considerable pain. When people hoard a massive amount of objects, it takes over the inhabitable spaces of their home. As the collection grows, they are unable to do simple , _ activities such as cooking a meal o... | [
"Hoarders' houses are not always out of order.",
"Hoarding is regarded as a disorder by psychologists.",
"Symptoms of hoarding can't be easily noticed since it progresses quietly.",
"The mental health community has found effective treatments for hoarding."
] |
The research shows that _ . | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Promised yourself to quit smoking in the new year, but just can't stop lighting up? You're not alone, with an Australian survey showing that only 3 percent of smokers who made such resolutions stuck with them.
An online poll of just over 1,000 people, conducted ahead of the launch of a video game designed to h... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high7923.txt | Promised yourself to quit smoking in the new year, but just can't stop lighting up? You're not alone, with an Australian survey showing that only 3 percent of smokers who made such resolutions stuck with them.
An online poll of just over 1,000 people, conducted ahead of the launch of a video game designed to help smoke... | [
"some 70% of smokers have quitted smoking",
"about 15% of smokers give up smoking only a few hours",
"the number of men smokers are more than that of women ones",
"all the smokers want to quit smoking"
] |
Anais has 30 more toys than Kamari. There are 160 toys altogether. How many toys are there in Kamari's box? | Let's say Kamari has x toys. Anais has x + 30 toys.
Combined, Anais and Kamari have a total of x + x + 30 =160 toys
Combining like terms, we get 2x + 30 =160
Subtracting 30 from both sides, we get 2x = 130
Dividing both sides by 2, we get x = 65, so the total number of toys that Kamari has is 65
#### 65 | Solve the following math problem and explain your reasoning step by step. | Anais has 30 more toys than Kamari. There are 160 toys altogether. How many toys are there in Kamari's box? | Let's say Kamari has x toys. Anais has x + 30 toys.
Combined, Anais and Kamari have a total of x + x + 30 =160 toys
Combining like terms, we get 2x + 30 =160
Subtracting 30 from both sides, we get 2x = 130
Dividing both sides by 2, we get x = 65, so the total number of toys that Kamari has is 65
#### 65 | math | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null |
There are 14 kindergartners and 24 first graders and some second graders in Ms. Watson's class. Overall Ms. Watson has 42 students. How many second graders are in Ms. Watson’s class? | There are 14+24 = <<14+24=38>>38 kindergartners and first graders in Ms. Watson’s class.
There are 42-38 = <<42-38=4>>4 second graders in Ms. Watson’s class.
#### 4 | Solve the following math problem and explain your reasoning step by step. | There are 14 kindergartners and 24 first graders and some second graders in Ms. Watson's class. Overall Ms. Watson has 42 students. How many second graders are in Ms. Watson’s class? | There are 14+24 = <<14+24=38>>38 kindergartners and first graders in Ms. Watson’s class.
There are 42-38 = <<42-38=4>>4 second graders in Ms. Watson’s class.
#### 4 | math | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null |
What do they want to do in summer vacation? | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Tom and Mike are good friends. They are good with children. They want to find jobs in summer vacation. This Friday Tom tells Mike that Sunson School Trip needs teachers to help with sports, music and computer. Mike is glad to know that.
Tom can play basketball, volleyball, and he can swim. Mike can play the vi... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle1591.txt | Tom and Mike are good friends. They are good with children. They want to find jobs in summer vacation. This Friday Tom tells Mike that Sunson School Trip needs teachers to help with sports, music and computer. Mike is glad to know that.
Tom can play basketball, volleyball, and he can swim. Mike can play the violin, the... | [
"They want to play computer games.",
"They want to go to a movie.",
"They want to find jobs.",
"They want to go to school."
] |
What' the best title for the passage? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
The common Chinese greeting of "Ni chi le ma?" may soon be replaced by a new greeting: "Have you cleaned your plate?"
Over the Spring Festival holiday there was a big effort to get people to curb their habit of ordering too much food in restaurants because a lot of that food ended up being wasted. Holiday eate... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high2692.txt | The common Chinese greeting of "Ni chi le ma?" may soon be replaced by a new greeting: "Have you cleaned your plate?"
Over the Spring Festival holiday there was a big effort to get people to curb their habit of ordering too much food in restaurants because a lot of that food ended up being wasted. Holiday eaters were u... | [
"Food is important.",
"Have you cleaned your plate?",
"Jail time for leftover chicken feet!?",
"Wasting food is crime."
] |
According to the passage, which of the following statements is true? _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Anny was a five-year-old girl. One day when she and her mother were in a department store , Anny saw a plastic pearl necklace . What a beautiful necklace! She wanted it very much, so she begged her mother to buy it for her. The mother said, "Well, I can buy you the necklace, but when we get home, we should di... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle6247.txt | Anny was a five-year-old girl. One day when she and her mother were in a department store , Anny saw a plastic pearl necklace . What a beautiful necklace! She wanted it very much, so she begged her mother to buy it for her. The mother said, "Well, I can buy you the necklace, but when we get home, we should discuss wha... | [
"Anny worked hard to pay for the plastic necklace",
"Anny's father wanted the plastic necklace",
"Anny knew her father had bought her a real necklace",
"Anny gave the plastic necklace to her father because she didn't like it any more"
] |
John buys a gaming PC for $1200. He decides to replace the video card in it. He sells the old card for $300 and buys a new one for $500. How much money did he spend on his computer, counting the savings from selling the old card? | He spent an extra 500-300=$<<500-300=200>>200 on the video card
That means the total cost was 1200+200=$<<1200+200=1400>>1400
#### 1400 | Solve the following math problem and explain your reasoning step by step. | John buys a gaming PC for $1200. He decides to replace the video card in it. He sells the old card for $300 and buys a new one for $500. How much money did he spend on his computer, counting the savings from selling the old card? | He spent an extra 500-300=$<<500-300=200>>200 on the video card
That means the total cost was 1200+200=$<<1200+200=1400>>1400
#### 1400 | math | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null |
According to the passage, we know _ . | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Want to know what we can do to help make our city a better place to live in? Why not take part in "Clean & Green weekend"? Join us, and you can make new friends and help protect the environment at the same time.
Park Life
Do you like hanging out in the park with your friends? If so,why not take the chance to c... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle5725.txt | Want to know what we can do to help make our city a better place to live in? Why not take part in "Clean & Green weekend"? Join us, and you can make new friends and help protect the environment at the same time.
Park Life
Do you like hanging out in the park with your friends? If so,why not take the chance to come with ... | [
"graffiti can make the buildings look cool",
"the person who collects rubbish can get a gift",
"we can plant trees to improve the environment",
"we can draw pictures on the wall"
] |
A symporter carries how many different molecules or ions in the same direction? | null | Answer the following science question clearly and accurately. | A symporter carries how many different molecules or ions in the same direction? | two | science | null | null | null | four | one | three | two | Figure 5.17 A uniporter carries one molecule or ion. A symporter carries two different molecules or ions, both in the same direction. An antiporter also carries two different molecules or ions, but in different directions. (credit: modification of work by “Lupask”/Wikimedia Commons). | null | null | null |
What process occurs around day 14 of a 28-day menstrual cycle, triggered by the lh surge? | null | Answer the following science question clearly and accurately. | What process occurs around day 14 of a 28-day menstrual cycle, triggered by the lh surge? | ovulation | science | null | null | null | menstruation | sedimentation | fertilization | ovulation | Figure 27.15 Hormone Levels in Ovarian and Menstrual Cycles The correlation of the hormone levels and their effects on the female reproductive system is shown in this timeline of the ovarian and menstrual cycles. The menstrual cycle begins at day one with the start of menses. Ovulation occurs around day 14 of a 28-day ... | null | null | null |
Why did Sue come up to the instructor's family ? | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
One day in Australia I decided to try hang gliding . I went up with an instructor, floated and flew above the waves for about 20 minutes, then landed on the sand. His wife was there to meet us so she could drive us back. Their son, about 8 years old, was with her. As the four of us were standing there a woman... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high17069.txt | One day in Australia I decided to try hang gliding . I went up with an instructor, floated and flew above the waves for about 20 minutes, then landed on the sand. His wife was there to meet us so she could drive us back. Their son, about 8 years old, was with her. As the four of us were standing there a woman named Su... | [
"To learn about a risky sport.",
"To show concern for the boy.",
"To have a chat with the couple.",
"To give the instructor a hand."
] |
Why do many parents find it hard to adjust to the empty-nest life? | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Your youngest son or daughter has just graduated from high school, and soon he or she will trade his or her bedroom in your home for a college residence hall. You're starting to worry about the coming silence in your home and are wondering how you will fill the hours that you previously spent with your son or ... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high5243.txt | Your youngest son or daughter has just graduated from high school, and soon he or she will trade his or her bedroom in your home for a college residence hall. You're starting to worry about the coming silence in your home and are wondering how you will fill the hours that you previously spent with your son or daughter ... | [
"Because they think they have actually lost their children.",
"Because they often disagree with their children on many things.",
"Because their children completely cut off contact with them.",
"Because these parents don't have anything in common."
] |
Fidenzio Salvatori, with two other students, has got two thousand dollars from the government _ . | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Fidenzio Salvatori is determined that the city of Toronto will have an outdoor marketplace for merchants from its immigrant community, complete with dancing and other forms of amusement form their native countries. "Toronto is truly multicultural ," he said in a newspaper interview. "It's a city from many pla... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high7367.txt | Fidenzio Salvatori is determined that the city of Toronto will have an outdoor marketplace for merchants from its immigrant community, complete with dancing and other forms of amusement form their native countries. "Toronto is truly multicultural ," he said in a newspaper interview. "It's a city from many places, and ... | [
"to make an experiment",
"to perform a research",
"to start a marketplace",
"to operate a business"
] |
Blake goes to the grocery store and spends $40 on oranges, $50 on apples, and $60 on mangoes. If he has $300, how much change was he given? | The total costs for the fruits is $40 + $50 + $60 = $<<40+50+60=150>>150
The amount of money given as change is $300 - $150 = $<<300-150=150>>150
#### 150 | Solve the following math problem and explain your reasoning step by step. | Blake goes to the grocery store and spends $40 on oranges, $50 on apples, and $60 on mangoes. If he has $300, how much change was he given? | The total costs for the fruits is $40 + $50 + $60 = $<<40+50+60=150>>150
The amount of money given as change is $300 - $150 = $<<300-150=150>>150
#### 150 | math | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null |
According to the passage, the British people _ . | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
In every British town, large and small, you will find shops that sell second-hand goods. Sometimes such shops deal mostly in furniture, sometimes in books, sometimes in ornaments and household goods, sometimes even in clothes.
The furniture may often be " _ ", and it may well have changed hands many times. It ... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high4583.txt | In every British town, large and small, you will find shops that sell second-hand goods. Sometimes such shops deal mostly in furniture, sometimes in books, sometimes in ornaments and household goods, sometimes even in clothes.
The furniture may often be " _ ", and it may well have changed hands many times. It may also ... | [
"do not respect old things because they are not fashionable",
"like to build new houses simply because it is fashionable to do so",
"like to buy new things because they are fashionable",
"do not like to buy things simply because they are fashionable"
] |
Which of the following ways may NOT be useful for recalling dreams? | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Remembering your dreams will require some efforts on your part. But what your dreams can offer and tell you about yourself will be well worth _ Here are some tips to help recall your dreams:
1. Before going to bed, keep a clear mind. Tell yourself that "I will remember my dreams when I wake up". This is actual... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high11003.txt | Remembering your dreams will require some efforts on your part. But what your dreams can offer and tell you about yourself will be well worth _ Here are some tips to help recall your dreams:
1. Before going to bed, keep a clear mind. Tell yourself that "I will remember my dreams when I wake up". This is actually a prov... | [
"Avoiding taking alcohol and medicine.",
"Not getting out of bed immediately.",
"Drinking a cup of hot milk.",
"Writing down as many details as possible."
] |
How many persons is a Nobel Prize given to? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
A Nobel Prize is considered by most people one of the highest international honors a person can receive. As you know, the prizes were started by a Swedish called Alfred Nobel. He was born in Stockholm ,the capital of Sweden. Alfred Nobel was a great scientist. He made two important inventions, and so he becam... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle6359.txt | A Nobel Prize is considered by most people one of the highest international honors a person can receive. As you know, the prizes were started by a Swedish called Alfred Nobel. He was born in Stockholm ,the capital of Sweden. Alfred Nobel was a great scientist. He made two important inventions, and so he became very ri... | [
"Two persons",
"Not always one person",
"Only one person",
"Five persons"
] |
In big cities in China today , raising pets _ . | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Raising pets is not a new thing in China , but recently it has taken on a new meaning .
As a famous Chinese saying goes, pursuit of petty (,) pleasures weakens one's will to make progress . The saying has been so popular that even today many people still consider raising pets as a hobby of the idle .
Things ha... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high10356.txt | Raising pets is not a new thing in China , but recently it has taken on a new meaning .
As a famous Chinese saying goes, pursuit of petty (,) pleasures weakens one's will to make progress . The saying has been so popular that even today many people still consider raising pets as a hobby of the idle .
Things have change... | [
"has changed people's life",
"has destroyed some families",
"has met much difficulty",
"has brought much business for some people"
] |
How did the writer feel when he found out the truth? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Not everyone has a chance to be a detective , but I got one when I was 13 years old. It happened in 1994.
One afternoon, I was walking down the street when I saw my father's new car. I expected to see my father in the driver's seat. But to my surprise, I saw a young woman driving instead, "She has stolen my f... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle3011.txt | Not everyone has a chance to be a detective , but I got one when I was 13 years old. It happened in 1994.
One afternoon, I was walking down the street when I saw my father's new car. I expected to see my father in the driver's seat. But to my surprise, I saw a young woman driving instead, "She has stolen my father's c... | [
"He felt good about himself.",
"He felt sorry.",
"He felt very happy.",
"He felt excited."
] |
This passage is mainly about_. | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
What do you do if you are hit in the mouth and one of your teeth is knocked out? A dentist may be able to put the tooth back in for you, but you have to get to the dentist first.In the meantime, you have to store the tooth so that it will stay healthy.
The simplest thing to do is put the tooth back into your m... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high11799.txt | What do you do if you are hit in the mouth and one of your teeth is knocked out? A dentist may be able to put the tooth back in for you, but you have to get to the dentist first.In the meantime, you have to store the tooth so that it will stay healthy.
The simplest thing to do is put the tooth back into your mouth, or ... | [
"how a dentist can save a knocked-out tooth",
"how to keep a knocked-out tooth healthy",
"how Dr.Courts and other researchers made their experiments",
"how to put a knocked-out tooth back into its socket"
] |
Mark's wife thought is was _ on Mount Everest when Mark reached its top. | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Lots of people make it as their aim to get to the top of Mount Everest. Mark is one of them. The difference between Mark and other climbers is that he lost both his legs when climbing. New Zealand's highest mountain, Mount Cook. He was caught in a big ice hole and he had to have his legs cut below the knees af... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle3375.txt | Lots of people make it as their aim to get to the top of Mount Everest. Mark is one of them. The difference between Mark and other climbers is that he lost both his legs when climbing. New Zealand's highest mountain, Mount Cook. He was caught in a big ice hole and he had to have his legs cut below the knees after he wa... | [
"noon",
"morning",
"mid-night",
"evening"
] |
According to the passage which statement is true? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Which _ is the most talkative? No matter what you answer, you are partially right.
A recent Gallup Poll show that both man and women believe that women possess the gift of talking and some even believe women are biologically built for conversation, but all of this is challenged in research published in the No... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high20498.txt | Which _ is the most talkative? No matter what you answer, you are partially right.
A recent Gallup Poll show that both man and women believe that women possess the gift of talking and some even believe women are biologically built for conversation, but all of this is challenged in research published in the November is... | [
"Women are born to be good at conversation.",
"Women are more talkative than men.",
"Women are more talkative than men when they converse with their close friends.",
"Women are less talkative than men in certain cases."
] |
J.K. Rowling has been successful, and she _ . | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
J.K. Rowling is the writer of Harry Potter, which is now one of the bestsellers in the world.
J.K. Rowling was born in Bristol on July 31st, 1965. She has one sister who is two years younger than her. Both girls loved listening to their father reading bedtime stories to them. They especially loved stories abou... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle104.txt | J.K. Rowling is the writer of Harry Potter, which is now one of the bestsellers in the world.
J.K. Rowling was born in Bristol on July 31st, 1965. She has one sister who is two years younger than her. Both girls loved listening to their father reading bedtime stories to them. They especially loved stories about magical... | [
"likes to travel all over the world with her daughter",
"is too busy to enjoy her life",
"is excited about her success every day",
"is still writing stories for children"
] |
If someone has appreciation for caving adventures, he or she should go to _ . | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Playa la Audiencia, Manzanillo
Playa la Audiencia is one of the most popular beaches in Manzanillo for families and one of the best beach spots along Mexico's Pacific coast Playa 1a Audiencia is a stunning little beach with a golden shoreline which overlooks the bay and offers great conditions for swimming, di... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high18589.txt | Playa la Audiencia, Manzanillo
Playa la Audiencia is one of the most popular beaches in Manzanillo for families and one of the best beach spots along Mexico's Pacific coast Playa 1a Audiencia is a stunning little beach with a golden shoreline which overlooks the bay and offers great conditions for swimming, diving, and... | [
"North Beach",
"Xpu Ha Beach",
"Wet n' Wild Paterpark",
"Playa Brujas"
] |
Fungus-like protists are what kind of feeders? | null | Answer the following science question clearly and accurately. | Fungus-like protists are what kind of feeders? | absorptive | science | null | null | null | reverse | demonstrative | refractive | absorptive | Courtesy of H Weaver (JHU/APL), A Stern (SwRI), and the HST Pluto Companion Search Team. Pluto and its moon, Charon, are actually two objects . Public Domain. | null | null | null |
The story is about _ . | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
The Amber Room belongs to the eight wonders of the world. It was given the name because almost several tons of amber were used to make it. First it was designed for the palace of FrederickI. Then Frederick William I, the next king of Prussia, sent it to Peter the Great as a gift of friendship from Prussian peo... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high13873.txt | The Amber Room belongs to the eight wonders of the world. It was given the name because almost several tons of amber were used to make it. First it was designed for the palace of FrederickI. Then Frederick William I, the next king of Prussia, sent it to Peter the Great as a gift of friendship from Prussian people.
Late... | [
"the war between the Russians and Germans",
"the history of the Amber Room",
"how to build the Amber Room",
"why the king built the Amber Room"
] |
Shellie has a free time after she leaves work, so she can buy _ book to kill time. | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
The Most Scenic Drives in America
Price: $25.00
Description: This book includes 120 easytofollow maps, 400 breathtaking photos, fascinating facts, tips, suggested side trips and much more.
What Works What Doesn't: The Bottom Line on Everything Health
Price:$31.96
Description: Now, with What Works What Doesn't... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high18741.txt | The Most Scenic Drives in America
Price: $25.00
Description: This book includes 120 easytofollow maps, 400 breathtaking photos, fascinating facts, tips, suggested side trips and much more.
What Works What Doesn't: The Bottom Line on Everything Health
Price:$31.96
Description: Now, with What Works What Doesn't, you can... | [
"Complete Guitar Course",
"What Works What Doesn't:The Bottom Line on Everything Health",
"Strange Stories, Amazing Facts of America's Past",
"Care Free Plants"
] |
Dr. Tisman's research is aimed at _ . | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Dr. Glenn Tisman, a cancer specialist, knew his young neighbor, Ray Bateman, had an unusual mind. But he had no idea at the time that 12 - year - old Ray had the ability to become his partner in cancer research.
Ray's parents remembered that at age four, Ray surprised them by fixing a broken vacuum cleaner . W... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high15692.txt | Dr. Glenn Tisman, a cancer specialist, knew his young neighbor, Ray Bateman, had an unusual mind. But he had no idea at the time that 12 - year - old Ray had the ability to become his partner in cancer research.
Ray's parents remembered that at age four, Ray surprised them by fixing a broken vacuum cleaner . When he wa... | [
"providing different cancer treatments",
"proving the effects of vitamins on babies",
"finding the side effects of a cancer drug",
"testing the effectiveness of a new drug mixture"
] |
Who wrote a letter to the writer telling him about the auction? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Having driven almost thirty hours, I decided to stay in South Carolina for a few days. The next morning, I purchased a three-day fishing license and bait before heading to the lake.
Opening my trunk, I carefully took out my fishing gear , put it on the lake's edge, baited up and began to fish.
"Good morning... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high10658.txt | Having driven almost thirty hours, I decided to stay in South Carolina for a few days. The next morning, I purchased a three-day fishing license and bait before heading to the lake.
Opening my trunk, I carefully took out my fishing gear , put it on the lake's edge, baited up and began to fish.
"Good morning," said s... | [
"The Department of Fish and Game.",
"The game warden.",
"A person unmentioned in the passage.",
"The auction organizers."
] |
Which of these words best describes Walt Disney? | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Almost no young people today know who the cartoon character Oswald the Rabbit is, but they certainly recognize his successor, Bugs Bunny. Oswald, Bugs, and hundreds of other characters were created by Walt Disney, perhaps the most famous cartoonist in history.
Born in prefix = st1 /Chicagoin 1901, Walt Disney ... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high19996.txt | Almost no young people today know who the cartoon character Oswald the Rabbit is, but they certainly recognize his successor, Bugs Bunny. Oswald, Bugs, and hundreds of other characters were created by Walt Disney, perhaps the most famous cartoonist in history.
Born in prefix = st1 /Chicagoin 1901, Walt Disney always wa... | [
"Creative.",
"Athletic.",
"Exciting.",
"Quiet."
] |
You would like to Read the Harry Potter series probably because _ . | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Below are reviews for three books and two book series. Each has been read and loved by students across the country.
The Outsiders
This book, first published in 1967. has become a classic for teens across the nation. It focuses on Ponyboy , who has been labeled all his life as a greaser. The ... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high23314.txt | Below are reviews for three books and two book series. Each has been read and loved by students across the country.
The Outsiders
This book, first published in 1967. has become a classic for teens across the nation. It focuses on Ponyboy , who has been labeled all his life as a greaser. The greaser's... | [
"you admire Harry for his patience",
"you like watching musical movies",
"you are interested in the magical world",
"you enjoy reading the eight-book series"
] |
According to the passage , which of the following statements is True? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
On a warm Monday, Jenny Neilson bought a sandwich and parked her car under some trees. Rolling down the windows to let in fresh air, she settled back to enjoy her lunch. Suddenly she noticed a big _ man running through the parking lot. Before she came to realize what would happen, the man was there, shouting ... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high21165.txt | On a warm Monday, Jenny Neilson bought a sandwich and parked her car under some trees. Rolling down the windows to let in fresh air, she settled back to enjoy her lunch. Suddenly she noticed a big _ man running through the parking lot. Before she came to realize what would happen, the man was there, shouting through h... | [
"The two reporters reported the story of the carjacker.",
"The two reporters recognized the carjacker as soon as they saw him.",
"Reggie Miller is also a reporter of the local newspaper.",
"The carjacker was a suspected murderer the police had been searching for."
] |
Jimmy wants to order a pizza at a new place. The large pizza costs $10.00 and is cut into 8 slices. The first topping costs $2.00, the next 2 toppings cost $1.00 each and the rest of the toppings cost $0.50. If he orders a large pizza with pepperoni, sausage, ham, olives, mushrooms, bell peppers and pineapple. How ... | The pizza costs $10 and the first topping, pepperoni costs $2 so right now it costs 10=2 = $12.00
The next 2 toppings, sausage and ham, cost $1.00 each so 2*1 = $<<2*1=2.00>>2.00
The remaining toppings, olives, mushrooms, bell peppers and pineapple, cost $0.50 each so they cost 4*.50 = $<<4*.50=2.00>>2.00
All total, Ji... | Solve the following math problem and explain your reasoning step by step. | Jimmy wants to order a pizza at a new place. The large pizza costs $10.00 and is cut into 8 slices. The first topping costs $2.00, the next 2 toppings cost $1.00 each and the rest of the toppings cost $0.50. If he orders a large pizza with pepperoni, sausage, ham, olives, mushrooms, bell peppers and pineapple. How ... | The pizza costs $10 and the first topping, pepperoni costs $2 so right now it costs 10=2 = $12.00
The next 2 toppings, sausage and ham, cost $1.00 each so 2*1 = $<<2*1=2.00>>2.00
The remaining toppings, olives, mushrooms, bell peppers and pineapple, cost $0.50 each so they cost 4*.50 = $<<4*.50=2.00>>2.00
All total, Ji... | math | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null |
The passage is mainly about _ . | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Do you want to know something about children in Africa? What to they do for fun every day? Find out here:
Education
School is expensive for many African children. Lots of families can't afford school uniforms or exercise books even though they don't have to pay for school.
For those lucky enough to go to schoo... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle2060.txt | Do you want to know something about children in Africa? What to they do for fun every day? Find out here:
Education
School is expensive for many African children. Lots of families can't afford school uniforms or exercise books even though they don't have to pay for school.
For those lucky enough to go to school , they ... | [
"education in Africa",
"children's school life in Africa",
"the Internet in Africa",
"children's daily life in Africa"
] |
Where did the king live? | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Long long ago, there lived in England a king named Midas. He was a greedy man and loved gold better than anything else in the world.
One day, he asked a god to give him more gold. The god decided to punish him and said, "Your wish is _ already. Everything you touch will turn to gold."
Midas was very happy wh... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high8439.txt | Long long ago, there lived in England a king named Midas. He was a greedy man and loved gold better than anything else in the world.
One day, he asked a god to give him more gold. The god decided to punish him and said, "Your wish is _ already. Everything you touch will turn to gold."
Midas was very happy when he hea... | [
"Greece",
"China",
"England",
"India"
] |
What's the writer's wish to the victims _ ? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
The Sir Lankan coastline is filled with fishermen who use the sea as their main source of living. Their daily catch would define the life of their own and their families. But it only took a few hours to remove their life-long habitat right in front of their eyes.
Some fishermen had set sail on Christmas night.... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high18635.txt | The Sir Lankan coastline is filled with fishermen who use the sea as their main source of living. Their daily catch would define the life of their own and their families. But it only took a few hours to remove their life-long habitat right in front of their eyes.
Some fishermen had set sail on Christmas night. A very f... | [
"They would live happily in the sea.",
"They would come back from the sea and live as usual.",
"They would be stronger to defeat the sea.",
"They would remember the sad story."
] |
According to the passage, the white ribbon in the big apple tree means _ . | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
John once told me a story about his friend, Michael. Michael happened to be on a train sitting next to a young man who seemed worried. Finally the young man told the friend that he was a convict returning home from a prison far away. What he did had brought shame on his family, and they had neither visited... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high1457.txt | John once told me a story about his friend, Michael. Michael happened to be on a train sitting next to a young man who seemed worried. Finally the young man told the friend that he was a convict returning home from a prison far away. What he did had brought shame on his family, and they had neither visited him nor ... | [
"pleasure",
"forgiveness",
"happiness",
"education"
] |
Which of the following is TRUE about Friends? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
No one not even its creators-thought that the world would care about the interwoven lives, loves and sufferings of a group of attractive and witty New Yorkers. But there's no doubt that Friends has become more than just a successful situation comedy--it has established itself as one of the last great televisio... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high10820.txt | No one not even its creators-thought that the world would care about the interwoven lives, loves and sufferings of a group of attractive and witty New Yorkers. But there's no doubt that Friends has become more than just a successful situation comedy--it has established itself as one of the last great television phenome... | [
"It has a simple but entertaining plot.",
"It is about friendship between college students.",
"It was criticized by Entertainment Weekly.",
"It first came into being in the 1990."
] |
Jane Salder would"look for their purse and pick it up"in order to see whether the purses_. | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
With big handbags becoming a key fashion accessory for working women, health experts are warning they can also become a key health concern.
Bags for women have become bigger and heavier as designers combine briefcases with handbags and straps have become longer, resulting in many users complaining of neck, sh... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high2081.txt | With big handbags becoming a key fashion accessory for working women, health experts are warning they can also become a key health concern.
Bags for women have become bigger and heavier as designers combine briefcases with handbags and straps have become longer, resulting in many users complaining of neck, shoulder an... | [
"contained enough",
"were worth a lot of pounds",
"were too heavy",
"were too large"
] |
Black Hawk Down is a(n) _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
This is a true story. Tristin Saghin enjoyed the movie Black Hawk Down very much,which is about the conflict in Somalia.The battle scenes and the exciting rescues of people who are dying,interested him greatly.
There was just one problem:Tristin was only 9 years old,and it was thought that movie was not for ch... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high2241.txt | This is a true story. Tristin Saghin enjoyed the movie Black Hawk Down very much,which is about the conflict in Somalia.The battle scenes and the exciting rescues of people who are dying,interested him greatly.
There was just one problem:Tristin was only 9 years old,and it was thought that movie was not for children. W... | [
"war movie",
"comedy",
"action movie",
"love film"
] |
Growth and development in humans is most rapid during what two stages? | null | Answer the following science question clearly and accurately. | Growth and development in humans is most rapid during what two stages? | infancy and adolescence | science | null | null | null | flutter and adolescence | bounce and adolescence | teen and adults | infancy and adolescence | Growth and development are most rapid during infancy and slower throughout the rest of childhood until adolescence. | null | null | null |
We can infer from the passage that Ms. Runkle is _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
I have many new teachers in high school, but Lori Runkle, my English Language and Composition teacher, is my favorite teacher.
Ms. Runkle enjoys getting to know more about students, so I have many chances to talk with her after class. I have always wanted to become a journalist . Since Ms. Runkle used to be a... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high11997.txt | I have many new teachers in high school, but Lori Runkle, my English Language and Composition teacher, is my favorite teacher.
Ms. Runkle enjoys getting to know more about students, so I have many chances to talk with her after class. I have always wanted to become a journalist . Since Ms. Runkle used to be a journali... | [
"friendly and helpful",
"kind and humorous",
"clever and active",
"strict and boring"
] |
To those Richard Parkers who wish to sail on the sea,this passage makes for _ | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Famous writer Edgar Allan Poe wrote 70 poems and 66 short stories during his life,but published only one novel. That book, The Narrative of Arthur Gordon, Pym of Nantucket,is fiction,focusing on Pym's bad luck on a whaling ship.
The novel,published in 1838 ,involves an attempted rebellion of the whaling ship. ... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high19221.txt | Famous writer Edgar Allan Poe wrote 70 poems and 66 short stories during his life,but published only one novel. That book, The Narrative of Arthur Gordon, Pym of Nantucket,is fiction,focusing on Pym's bad luck on a whaling ship.
The novel,published in 1838 ,involves an attempted rebellion of the whaling ship. Pym and t... | [
"a complete nonsense",
"an accurate prediction",
"an interesting warning",
"an impressive joke"
] |
Why didn't Luo see the torch lighting ceremony? | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
OLYMPIA, March 24--Luo Xuejuan, a swimming gold medalist at the Athens 2004 Olympic Games, became the first Chinese person to relay the Olympic Flame in Greece on Monday, receiving the flame from the first Olympic torchbearer , Greek Alexandros Nikolaidis.
Despite her previous experience as a torchbearer in th... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high15241.txt | OLYMPIA, March 24--Luo Xuejuan, a swimming gold medalist at the Athens 2004 Olympic Games, became the first Chinese person to relay the Olympic Flame in Greece on Monday, receiving the flame from the first Olympic torchbearer , Greek Alexandros Nikolaidis.
Despite her previous experience as a torchbearer in the Beijing... | [
"She was late for the ceremony.",
"She was not allowed to go there.",
"She waited for the flame as the next torchbearer.",
"The ceremony took place at a place far away."
] |
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