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Which of the following does the writer agree with about the movie Independence Day? | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
"NOW I just don't believe that. "Surely all of us, at some point, have watched a movie and thought: It's simply badly researched,or the makers must think we're fools. Recently, The Daily Telegraph ran a humorous piece on untrue tech moments from some top movies. Let's see what they are all about.
Tom Chiver, t... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high3467.txt | "NOW I just don't believe that. "Surely all of us, at some point, have watched a movie and thought: It's simply badly researched,or the makers must think we're fools. Recently, The Daily Telegraph ran a humorous piece on untrue tech moments from some top movies. Let's see what they are all about.
Tom Chiver, the writer... | [
"It's a science fiction movie.",
"It's about the alien spacecraft.",
"It's produced by Tom Chiver.",
"It's a jokey and humorous one."
] |
Which of the following would be possibly true when she was a child | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
As a child, I was really afraid of the dark and of getting lost. These fears were very real and caused me some uncomfortable moments.
Maybe it was the strange way things looked and sounded in my own room at night that scared me so much. There was never complete darkness, but always a streetlight or passing car... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high13784.txt | As a child, I was really afraid of the dark and of getting lost. These fears were very real and caused me some uncomfortable moments.
Maybe it was the strange way things looked and sounded in my own room at night that scared me so much. There was never complete darkness, but always a streetlight or passing car lights, ... | [
"She was always the leader of the others.",
"She always got poor grades.",
"She thought being popular among people was important.",
"She was not liked by others at all."
] |
What does the author suggest by saying "simply reading those words by William Wordsworth proves his point"? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
He wrote that the "human mind is capable of excitement without the application of gross and violent stimulants ". And it appears that simply reading those words by William Wordsworth proves his point.
Researchers at the University of Liverpool found the works of Shakespeare and Wordsworth and the like had a b... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high23839.txt | He wrote that the "human mind is capable of excitement without the application of gross and violent stimulants ". And it appears that simply reading those words by William Wordsworth proves his point.
Researchers at the University of Liverpool found the works of Shakespeare and Wordsworth and the like had a beneficial... | [
"William Wordsworth's poems are full of wisdom.",
"It excites readers to read William Wordsworth's poems.",
"Only gross and violent words can arouse people's excitement.",
"William Wordsworth's poems are the application of gross and violent stimulants."
] |
Where can you probably read the article? | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
ARE you creative, shy, outgoing? Our personalities reveal a lot about who we are. But what's surprising is that our personality can also say something about our health. That's according to researchers at Duke University, US.
During an experiment on 1,000 people, scientists assessed their personalities in two... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle3090.txt | ARE you creative, shy, outgoing? Our personalities reveal a lot about who we are. But what's surprising is that our personality can also say something about our health. That's according to researchers at Duke University, US.
During an experiment on 1,000 people, scientists assessed their personalities in two ways: by... | [
"Newspaper.",
"Science fiction book.",
"Research paper.",
"Travel guide."
] |
What did Paula Ceely think was the cause of her accident? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
One evening in February 2007, a student named Paula Ceely brought her car to a stop on a remote road in Wales. She got out to open a metal gate that blocked her path. That's when she heard the whistle sounded by the driver of a train. Her Renault Clio was parked across a railway line. Seconds later, she watche... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high255.txt | One evening in February 2007, a student named Paula Ceely brought her car to a stop on a remote road in Wales. She got out to open a metal gate that blocked her path. That's when she heard the whistle sounded by the driver of a train. Her Renault Clio was parked across a railway line. Seconds later, she watched the tra... | [
"She was not familiar with the road.",
"It was dark and raining heavily then.",
"The railway workers failed to give the signal.",
"Her GPS device didn't tell her about the crossing."
] |
Which have an effect on the development of children's perspective-taking skills? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Young children whose mothers talk with them more frequently and in more detail about people's thoughts and feelings tend to be better at taking another person's perspective than other children of the same age.
That's what researchers from the University of Western Australia found in a new study published in th... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high3712.txt | Young children whose mothers talk with them more frequently and in more detail about people's thoughts and feelings tend to be better at taking another person's perspective than other children of the same age.
That's what researchers from the University of Western Australia found in a new study published in the journal... | [
"The surrounding environments.",
"Mother's perspectives.",
"Personal characters.",
"Language skills."
] |
The students of English Department have a chance to learn English at _ | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Festival Activities Programme
TIME AND PLACE
October 24~30
Oct. 24,30:9:00 am~4:00 pm
Oct. 25~29:12:00 pm~9:00 pm
at Kerry Center Hotel
Classroom area
(1) English Taster l,esson
(2) Food health... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high23251.txt | Festival Activities Programme
TIME AND PLACE
October 24~30
Oct. 24,30:9:00 am~4:00 pm
Oct. 25~29:12:00 pm~9:00 pm
at Kerry Center Hotel
Classroom area
(1) English Taster l,esson
(2) Food health-keeping ... | [
"9:00~9:45 am Oct. 27",
"15:00~15:45 Oct. 30",
"17:15~18:00 Oct. 28",
"12:00~12:45 Oct. 25"
] |
What is the function of the " proteinase inhibitors " in tomato plants ? | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
When a caterpillar feeds on a tomato leaf , the plant moves rapidly to meet with a defensive response , systematically releasing " proteinase inhibitors " -- proteins that interfere with the caterpillar's digestion -- throughout the plant , especially in the leaves . But how does the message get from the ... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high23508.txt | When a caterpillar feeds on a tomato leaf , the plant moves rapidly to meet with a defensive response , systematically releasing " proteinase inhibitors " -- proteins that interfere with the caterpillar's digestion -- throughout the plant , especially in the leaves . But how does the message get from the wounded l... | [
"They create nutritional matter",
"They produce electrical signals",
"They protect the plant from insects",
"They cure diseases by changing chemicals"
] |
Which of the following is the most suitable title for the passage? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Long ago in a small town, there was a place known as the House of 1,000 Mirrors. A small, happy little dog learned of this place and decided to visit.
When he arrived, he bounced happily up the stairs to the doorway of the house. He looked through the doorway with his ears lifted high and his tail wagging as ... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high17853.txt | Long ago in a small town, there was a place known as the House of 1,000 Mirrors. A small, happy little dog learned of this place and decided to visit.
When he arrived, he bounced happily up the stairs to the doorway of the house. He looked through the doorway with his ears lifted high and his tail wagging as fast as i... | [
"A Small Happy Little Dog",
"The House of 1,000 Mirrors",
"The Wonderful Place and the Horrible Place.",
"Two Little Dogs"
] |
Alice, a girl of 10, hopes to learn more about ecology by playing games. Which telephone number should she dial? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Spotlight at Salem Academy and College
Academic Camp: Creative Writing, Environmental Education/ Science, Language
Camp Address
500 Salem Avenue
Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27101
USA
(800) 833-1753
Salem spotlight is designed to arouse intellectual curiosity with emphasis on the experience and developmen... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high19657.txt | Spotlight at Salem Academy and College
Academic Camp: Creative Writing, Environmental Education/ Science, Language
Camp Address
500 Salem Avenue
Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27101
USA
(800) 833-1753
Salem spotlight is designed to arouse intellectual curiosity with emphasis on the experience and development of the ... | [
"(800) 833-1753",
"(415) 332-6961",
"(345) 948-1094",
"(715) 466-5666"
] |
Why did Shakespeare take some sorts of jobs at the age of 15 and didn't go on studying? | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Shakespeare's life can be divided into three periods: the first 20 years in Stratford, which includes his schooling,early marriage, and fatherhood;the next 25 years as an actor and playwright in London; and the last five in retirement back in Stratford where he enjoyed the wealth gained from his theatrical ... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high11402.txt | Shakespeare's life can be divided into three periods: the first 20 years in Stratford, which includes his schooling,early marriage, and fatherhood;the next 25 years as an actor and playwright in London; and the last five in retirement back in Stratford where he enjoyed the wealth gained from his theatrical successe... | [
"Because his family was badly off at that time.",
"Because he liked his job more than studying.",
"Because he wanted to be an actor in London.",
"Because he wanted to open his own company."
] |
What type of compounds make up the cells and tissues of organisms? | null | Answer the following science question clearly and accurately. | What type of compounds make up the cells and tissues of organisms? | biochemical compounds | science | null | null | null | organic compounds | hormonal compounds | productive compounds | biochemical compounds | Biochemical compounds make up the cells and tissues of organisms. They are also involved in life processes, such as making and using food for energy. Given their diversity of functions, it’s not surprising that there are millions of different biochemical compounds. However, they can be grouped into just four main class... | null | null | null |
Which of the following was TRUE about the son? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
"So?"he said."Er...so what?""So what do you really want to do?"he asked.
My father was a lawyer,and I had always assumed he wanted me to go to law school,and follow his path through life."I want to travel,and I want to be a writer."I replied.
This was not the answer he would expect."Interesting idea,"he said."... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high19090.txt | "So?"he said."Er...so what?""So what do you really want to do?"he asked.
My father was a lawyer,and I had always assumed he wanted me to go to law school,and follow his path through life."I want to travel,and I want to be a writer."I replied.
This was not the answer he would expect."Interesting idea,"he said."I kind of... | [
"He had no idea of what he wanted to do in life.",
"He was expecting some resistance to his job option.",
"He had always wanted to follow his father's path.",
"He started worrying about his future."
] |
Mr. Smith wanted to fire Watson because _ . | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Watson entered Mr. Smith's office. The boss was a hard man. He fired people who didn't do well without giving them a second chance.
"Watson," said Mr. Smith, "this past year your department hasn't earned money. We're going to drop that department. It's finished. I'm sorry, --but you'll have to go." "But, sir -... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high17723.txt | Watson entered Mr. Smith's office. The boss was a hard man. He fired people who didn't do well without giving them a second chance.
"Watson," said Mr. Smith, "this past year your department hasn't earned money. We're going to drop that department. It's finished. I'm sorry, --but you'll have to go." "But, sir -- if I ju... | [
"Watson would take over a new job in another department",
"Watson had his son study in Riverside School",
"Watson's son knocked a boy down who hit Herbie",
"Watson's department didn't earn money that year"
] |
In England, people think _ . | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Which color do you like best? Everyone has his own favorite color, but how do people feel about colors? It depends on their cultures. The same color sometimes has different meanings in different countries.
In England, the right color for a bride to wear is white. But in China and other eastern countries, brid... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle5016.txt | Which color do you like best? Everyone has his own favorite color, but how do people feel about colors? It depends on their cultures. The same color sometimes has different meanings in different countries.
In England, the right color for a bride to wear is white. But in China and other eastern countries, brides often ... | [
"red is the color of death",
"it's lucky to wear green at a wedding",
"the right color for a bride to wear is white",
"it's dangerous to go with the green traffic lights"
] |
What type of lens and mirrors have a negative focal length? | null | Answer the following science question clearly and accurately. | What type of lens and mirrors have a negative focal length? | diverging | science | null | null | null | subverging | converging | convexing | diverging | The focal length , , of a lens or mirror is the distance from the surface of the lens or mirror to the place where the light is focused. This is called the focal point or focus . For diverging lenses or mirrors, the focal length is negative. | null | null | null |
James buys 10 shirts and half as many pants. The shirts cost $6 each and the pants cost $8 each. How much did everything cost? | He bought 10/2=<<10/2=5>>5 pants
The shirts cost a total of 10*6=$<<10*6=60>>60
The pants cost 8*5=$<<8*5=40>>40
So the total cost was 60+40=$<<60+40=100>>100
#### 100 | Solve the following math problem and explain your reasoning step by step. | James buys 10 shirts and half as many pants. The shirts cost $6 each and the pants cost $8 each. How much did everything cost? | He bought 10/2=<<10/2=5>>5 pants
The shirts cost a total of 10*6=$<<10*6=60>>60
The pants cost 8*5=$<<8*5=40>>40
So the total cost was 60+40=$<<60+40=100>>100
#### 100 | math | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null |
Which of the following statements is NOT true according to passage? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
First aid is the aid or the help which can be given to an injured person first, that is, before any other help comes. Nowadays there is usually a telephone not far away and the first we should do, if a serious accident happens, call the phone for an ambulance. Sometimes our quick action may save someone's life... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high19130.txt | First aid is the aid or the help which can be given to an injured person first, that is, before any other help comes. Nowadays there is usually a telephone not far away and the first we should do, if a serious accident happens, call the phone for an ambulance. Sometimes our quick action may save someone's life.
Shock. ... | [
"First aid means to give an injured person the help at once before the doctor comes.",
"If an injured person goes into shock, we must try to keep them warm.",
"Don't move the injured person if he has broken his legs.",
"When a person has taken poison, we must make him sick."
] |
We can learn from the text that_. | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Seated in a convertible with the top down at 60 miles an hour,Mary looked at the flies that sat on top of Mark's hair.How could they stay there?She wondered.
Mary had not seen Mark in years,until the other day when he came into the cafe where she worked.His appearance was different from when he was in high sch... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high19689.txt | Seated in a convertible with the top down at 60 miles an hour,Mary looked at the flies that sat on top of Mark's hair.How could they stay there?She wondered.
Mary had not seen Mark in years,until the other day when he came into the cafe where she worked.His appearance was different from when he was in high school.Now,h... | [
"Mark used to be a thin boy",
"Mark bought a new sports car for Mary",
"Mark and Mary had been in love for years",
"Mary felt strange when she saw the red car"
] |
What did the 18th birthday mean to the young man? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
When he was 16, his father seriously said to him, "I'll give you whatever you want before you are 18. But after that, I won't care much about you, and you should give me whatever I want." When his 18th birthday was coming, the young man began thinking about looking for a job. So he sent resumes to many compan... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle7902.txt | When he was 16, his father seriously said to him, "I'll give you whatever you want before you are 18. But after that, I won't care much about you, and you should give me whatever I want." When his 18th birthday was coming, the young man began thinking about looking for a job. So he sent resumes to many companies he li... | [
"He could get a car as a gift.",
"He had to make a living all by himself.",
"He had to leave his parents.",
"He had to work in a supermarket."
] |
When finishing the course, you are promised to _ . | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Dear Friend,
The recent success of children's books has made the general public aware that there's a huge market out there.
And there's a growing need for new writers trained to create the $3 billion worth of children's books bought each year ... plus stories and articles needed by over 650 publishers of magaz... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high7223.txt | Dear Friend,
The recent success of children's books has made the general public aware that there's a huge market out there.
And there's a growing need for new writers trained to create the $3 billion worth of children's books bought each year ... plus stories and articles needed by over 650 publishers of magazines for ... | [
"be a successful publisher",
"become a confident editor",
"get one story or article published",
"finish one work for publication"
] |
Which of the following reasons can account for parents' attitudes towards children's behavior formation? | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
One of my longest-running battles with my kids is about manners specifically,about whether it's necessary to send hand-written thank-you notes for gifts.I say yes,and my children have continued throughout their teens to write the notes.But they grumble that I'm out of step with the times.
If a new BabyCenter p... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high24091.txt | One of my longest-running battles with my kids is about manners specifically,about whether it's necessary to send hand-written thank-you notes for gifts.I say yes,and my children have continued throughout their teens to write the notes.But they grumble that I'm out of step with the times.
If a new BabyCenter poll is an... | [
"Children need to develop the virtue which will show them the right way.",
"Only well-behaved children will have a bright future.",
"Children without good manners cannot deal with the challenges in the world.",
"The badly-behaved children will do harm to the society."
] |
What did Mitin help me do? | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
I'm 14, a year younger than most of my classmates.
A week ago one of my classmates, Nitin, asked me for help with math homework. We ended up talking about computers and file-sharing . As we talked I found that he was more experienced and could teach me about file-sharing and networking. We went to his room and... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle8036.txt | I'm 14, a year younger than most of my classmates.
A week ago one of my classmates, Nitin, asked me for help with math homework. We ended up talking about computers and file-sharing . As we talked I found that he was more experienced and could teach me about file-sharing and networking. We went to his room and watched ... | [
"He helped me with my homework.",
"He helped me with math problems.",
"He taught me about file-sharing and networking.",
"He introduced some fiends to me."
] |
According to the passage,the new technology is facing the following problems except that . | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Car companies are developing vehicles that will plug into electric sockets,just like many laptops,digital cameras,cell phones and Mp4 do.Called"plug-in vehicles",these cars will get most of their power from electricity. Their drivers won't have to stop at gas stations as often as usual.
The technology is more ... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high18466.txt | Car companies are developing vehicles that will plug into electric sockets,just like many laptops,digital cameras,cell phones and Mp4 do.Called"plug-in vehicles",these cars will get most of their power from electricity. Their drivers won't have to stop at gas stations as often as usual.
The technology is more than just... | [
"the new technology cannot come into use at present",
"the cost of the new technology is quite high",
"the government won't support the technology",
"the size of the batteries is too big at present"
] |
The passage is written to _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Mr William Shakespeare and the Internet
Explanation of Contents
This is the fourth edition of these pages. It is hard to believe, but once again they are new and improved. My motive in publishing these pages remains to help and stimulate others in Shakespeare studies, and especially those who might contribute ... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high13586.txt | Mr William Shakespeare and the Internet
Explanation of Contents
This is the fourth edition of these pages. It is hard to believe, but once again they are new and improved. My motive in publishing these pages remains to help and stimulate others in Shakespeare studies, and especially those who might contribute their wor... | [
"introduce the fourth edition of these pages",
"make an apology to readers",
"show off these pages to readers",
"let Shakespeare researchers buy these pages"
] |
In order to communicate with Americans satisfactorily, speakers of Chinese need to _ . | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
To understand how Americans think about things, it is necessary to understand "the point". Americans mention it often: "Let's get right to the point." They will say, "My point is..." "What's the point of all this?"
The "point" is the idea or piece of information that Americans suppose is, or should be, at the ... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high14530.txt | To understand how Americans think about things, it is necessary to understand "the point". Americans mention it often: "Let's get right to the point." They will say, "My point is..." "What's the point of all this?"
The "point" is the idea or piece of information that Americans suppose is, or should be, at the center of... | [
"mind their manners",
"explain their reasons clearly",
"change their ways of expressing ideas",
"be careful about their choices of words"
] |
According to the text, most CEOs have the same opinion about _ . | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Odland remembers like it was yesterday working in an expensive French restaurant in Denver. The ice cream he was serving fell onto the white dress of a rich and important woman.
Thirty years have passed, but Odland can not get the memory out of his mind, nor the woman's kind reaction . She was shocked, regaine... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high1302.txt | Odland remembers like it was yesterday working in an expensive French restaurant in Denver. The ice cream he was serving fell onto the white dress of a rich and important woman.
Thirty years have passed, but Odland can not get the memory out of his mind, nor the woman's kind reaction . She was shocked, regained calmnes... | [
"Fortune 500 companies",
"the Management Rules",
"Swanson's book",
"the Waiter Rule"
] |
Mr. Smith gave his wife money every _ . | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Mr Smith gave his wife money every Friday evening. His wife always spent it all the next Wednesday, so that for the next three days she had no money to spend at all. One day Mr Smith asked her, "But how did you spend all that money?" She answered, "I don't know ."So on Friday evening, Mr Smith gave her money ... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle8108.txt | Mr Smith gave his wife money every Friday evening. His wife always spent it all the next Wednesday, so that for the next three days she had no money to spend at all. One day Mr Smith asked her, "But how did you spend all that money?" She answered, "I don't know ."So on Friday evening, Mr Smith gave her money together ... | [
"Monday morning",
"Friday evening",
"Friday morning",
"Wednesday afternoon"
] |
Some experts think _ . | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Students often complain their teachers give them too much homework . Now , two reports show that in America this is not true .
The Brookings report shows that most students do less than one hour of homework . The Rand report shows that only 10% of high school students spend more than two hours a night on homew... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high1132.txt | Students often complain their teachers give them too much homework . Now , two reports show that in America this is not true .
The Brookings report shows that most students do less than one hour of homework . The Rand report shows that only 10% of high school students spend more than two hours a night on homework .
The... | [
"students don't work hard enough",
"students should not do any homework",
"homework is welcome if it is useful",
"it isn't necessary for students to do homework"
] |
What is this passage about? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Stepping into a pool of water is common enough ,but who could ever imagine ; stopping into a pool of fish? In February of 1974, Bill Tapp ,an Australian farmer,saw a rain of fish that covered his farm .How surprised he must have been when he heard many fish hitting against his roof!
What caused this strange... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high20511.txt | Stepping into a pool of water is common enough ,but who could ever imagine ; stopping into a pool of fish? In February of 1974, Bill Tapp ,an Australian farmer,saw a rain of fish that covered his farm .How surprised he must have been when he heard many fish hitting against his roof!
What caused this strange occurren... | [
"A sad story.",
"The damage done by floods.",
"Australia's northern part .",
"A rain of fish."
] |
Why are many people unwilling to "play the game" (Line 4, Para. 5) ? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
A is for always getting to work on time.
B is for being extremely busy.
C is for the conscientious way you do your job.
You may be all these things at the office, and more. But when it comes to getting ahead, experts say, the ABCs of business should include a P, for politics, as in _
Dale Carnegie suggested ... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high4556.txt | A is for always getting to work on time.
B is for being extremely busy.
C is for the conscientious way you do your job.
You may be all these things at the office, and more. But when it comes to getting ahead, experts say, the ABCs of business should include a P, for politics, as in _
Dale Carnegie suggested as much m... | [
"They believe that doing so is impractical.",
"They feel that such behavior is unprincipled .",
"They are not good at manipulating colleagues.",
"They think the effort will get them nowhere."
] |
The writer gives you _ methods to help you in the passage. | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
How to Be a Better Student
Maybe you are a common student. You probably think you will never be a top student. This is not necessary so, however. Anyone can become a better student if he or she wants to. Here's how:
Plan your time carefully. When you plan your week, you should make a list of things that you ha... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle6913.txt | How to Be a Better Student
Maybe you are a common student. You probably think you will never be a top student. This is not necessary so, however. Anyone can become a better student if he or she wants to. Here's how:
Plan your time carefully. When you plan your week, you should make a list of things that you have to do.... | [
"Four.",
"Five.",
"Six.",
"Seven."
] |
Which of the following statements would Dr Frick agree to? | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Time out, extra chores and taking away privileges are more useful forms of disciplining naughty children than spanking or hitting, according to a study on Wednesday.
About 94 percent of parents use some form of physical punishment to teach their two-year-olds right from wrong, according to research studies... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high24156.txt | Time out, extra chores and taking away privileges are more useful forms of disciplining naughty children than spanking or hitting, according to a study on Wednesday.
About 94 percent of parents use some form of physical punishment to teach their two-year-olds right from wrong, according to research studies. But psy... | [
"Spanking often fails to get the message of the parents across.",
"Parents need to praise their children after disciplining them.",
"The older a kid is, the fewer forms of punishment there are.",
"Many parents use physical punishment because of their own parents."
] |
Who will be the winner in the lacrosse game? _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Lacrosse is a popular sport in Canada. It is one of the oldest organized sports in America. The Indians in northern New York State and southern Ontario, Canada, invented it. They used it to train for war. They invented this game before Columbus arrived in the New World.
People play lacrosse outdoors. Th... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high20201.txt | Lacrosse is a popular sport in Canada. It is one of the oldest organized sports in America. The Indians in northern New York State and southern Ontario, Canada, invented it. They used it to train for war. They invented this game before Columbus arrived in the New World.
People play lacrosse outdoors. The lacross... | [
"The team who hit the ball into the net more times",
"The team who catch and pass the ball faster",
"The team who have many more stronger players",
"The team who use sticks to hit the ball farther"
] |
What type of energy is stored in an object because of its position or shape? | null | Answer the following science question clearly and accurately. | What type of energy is stored in an object because of its position or shape? | potential | science | null | null | null | kinetic | magnetic | mechanical | potential | Potential energy is the energy stored in an object because of its position or shape. It includes gravitational potential energy and elastic potential energy. Gravitational potential energy depends on an object’s weight and height above the ground. | null | null | null |
What is the author's present job? | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Chances
I really love my job because I enjoy working with small children and like the challenges and awards from the job. I also think my work is important. There was a time when I thought I would never have that sort of career .
I wasn't an excellent student because I didn't do much schoolwork. In my final te... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high3188.txt | Chances
I really love my job because I enjoy working with small children and like the challenges and awards from the job. I also think my work is important. There was a time when I thought I would never have that sort of career .
I wasn't an excellent student because I didn't do much schoolwork. In my final term I star... | [
"Working parttime in a college.",
"Helping children with their schoolwork.",
"Looking after children at a kindergarten.",
"Taking care of children for a family."
] |
National Childbirth Trust found that _ . | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Women should not drink any alcohol during pregnancy. A report released by NICE says. It says if they must drink, they should not do so in the first three months and should limit to one or two ounces once or twice a week afterwards. It replaces previous guidance of saying small daily amounts were fine.
NICE dec... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high23843.txt | Women should not drink any alcohol during pregnancy. A report released by NICE says. It says if they must drink, they should not do so in the first three months and should limit to one or two ounces once or twice a week afterwards. It replaces previous guidance of saying small daily amounts were fine.
NICE decided to t... | [
"a pregnant woman drinking alcohol infrequently has little risk to her baby",
"pregnant women who drink a little occasionally are always afraid of the effects",
"there is no evidence that a pregnant woman drinking alcohol might harm her baby",
"getting drunk once won't harm the baby"
] |
Yao Beina had her _ donated to save others. | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Not only a popular singer was Yao Beina, but also she was an energetic and warm-hearted angel. She had her corneas donated to two men who needed them, which helped them see the world clearly again.
Yao was born in a music family on Sept. 26, 1981 in Wuhan. She started to learn the piano at the age of 4, and ... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle5085.txt | Not only a popular singer was Yao Beina, but also she was an energetic and warm-hearted angel. She had her corneas donated to two men who needed them, which helped them see the world clearly again.
Yao was born in a music family on Sept. 26, 1981 in Wuhan. She started to learn the piano at the age of 4, and she sang ... | [
"two corneas",
"all organs",
"heart",
"kidney"
] |
A freelance writer can easily get a job from any country mainly because of _ . | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
The world has indeed become smaller due to the Internet. A freelance writer can easily get a job from the United States, the United Kingdom or even from Japan. He can travel the world in an hour just by surfing the various places in the world for his work using the Internet.
Looking at the job offers on the ... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high18801.txt | The world has indeed become smaller due to the Internet. A freelance writer can easily get a job from the United States, the United Kingdom or even from Japan. He can travel the world in an hour just by surfing the various places in the world for his work using the Internet.
Looking at the job offers on the various f... | [
"the job opportunities available",
"his own talents",
"the Internet",
"the lack of writers around the world"
] |
Winter-swimming has become popular in Beijing because _ . | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
winter-swimming has become popular in Beijing. three years ago, few people would go swimming in the city waters. but now there is a winter-swimming
enthusiasts'club and it has more than 2,000 members. the oldest is 84 years of age and the youngest is only 7. _ They may be workers, peasants, soldiers, teachers,... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high1129.txt | winter-swimming has become popular in Beijing. three years ago, few people would go swimming in the city waters. but now there is a winter-swimming
enthusiasts'club and it has more than 2,000 members. the oldest is 84 years of age and the youngest is only 7. _ They may be workers, peasants, soldiers, teachers, students... | [
"more and more people like to swim in winter",
"it is more interesting than swimming in summer",
"winter-swimmers are brave men",
"winter-swimming does a lot of good to one's health"
] |
We can learn from the passage that Melody Cramer _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
One of those big social networking sites, Facebook, has attracted over 58 million members. Commentator Melody Cramer is no longer one of them. Here is what she shares with us about her story.
I deleted all 1,281 of my co!workers, second!grade classmates and people who I don't know at all. I shut down my accoun... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high9783.txt | One of those big social networking sites, Facebook, has attracted over 58 million members. Commentator Melody Cramer is no longer one of them. Here is what she shares with us about her story.
I deleted all 1,281 of my co!workers, second!grade classmates and people who I don't know at all. I shut down my account, comple... | [
"had a 10!year membership of Facebook",
"used to be very objected to Facebook",
"was unpleasant to attend high school reunion",
"was one of the co-founders of Facebook"
] |
When will the six volunteers end their mission about mimicking life on Mars? | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Six volunteers are about to find out what it would be like to live on Mars without ever leaving the Earth. Three men and three women will spend eight months living in a special place on the side of a volcano in Hawaii. They are part of an experiment that is designed to mimic life on Mars. Their mission began o... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high13854.txt | Six volunteers are about to find out what it would be like to live on Mars without ever leaving the Earth. Three men and three women will spend eight months living in a special place on the side of a volcano in Hawaii. They are part of an experiment that is designed to mimic life on Mars. Their mission began on October... | [
"On June 15, 2015.",
"On October 15, 2015.",
"On October 15, 2030.",
"On June 15, 2032."
] |
According to the news, the prospect of A380 may be _ . | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
The word's largest aircraft made its public debut last week at Europe's biggest factory, a purpose built assembly line in Toulouse, souther, n France.The Airbus A380 will have 50 per cent more floor space than American rival Boeing's 747 Jumbo, with room for duty-free shops, restaurants and even a sauna.This n... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high7688.txt | The word's largest aircraft made its public debut last week at Europe's biggest factory, a purpose built assembly line in Toulouse, souther, n France.The Airbus A380 will have 50 per cent more floor space than American rival Boeing's 747 Jumbo, with room for duty-free shops, restaurants and even a sauna.This new arriva... | [
"not so good",
"cheerful",
"undesirable",
"gloomy"
] |
Which one is NOT right? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Mr. Jones is in Beijing. He's a teacher. And Mrs. Jones is an English teacher. They have a boy and a girl. They are Paul and Michael. Paul is five and Michael is only three months . Paul loves his sister very much.
One day, Mrs. Jones' sister, Jane, comes to her family. She sees Michael for the first time . ... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle6675.txt | Mr. Jones is in Beijing. He's a teacher. And Mrs. Jones is an English teacher. They have a boy and a girl. They are Paul and Michael. Paul is five and Michael is only three months . Paul loves his sister very much.
One day, Mrs. Jones' sister, Jane, comes to her family. She sees Michael for the first time . The boy s... | [
"The girl's name is Michael.",
"Paul knows his sister's name.",
"Michael can't speak.",
"Paul loves his sister very much."
] |
What is the function of the enzymes? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
A town in Oxfordshire has become the first in the UK to have biomethane gas from human waste piped to their homes for gas central heating and cooking.
Up to 200 families in Didcot now receive the gas via the national gas power system. Head of energy and technology at British Gas, Martin Orrill, said customers ... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high11430.txt | A town in Oxfordshire has become the first in the UK to have biomethane gas from human waste piped to their homes for gas central heating and cooking.
Up to 200 families in Didcot now receive the gas via the national gas power system. Head of energy and technology at British Gas, Martin Orrill, said customers wouldn't ... | [
"To digest the solid waste material.",
"To help get rid of anaerobic bacteria.",
"To help purify the biomethane.",
"To speed up the digestion process."
] |
What type of reaction causes two substances to combine to make a single substance? | null | Answer the following science question clearly and accurately. | What type of reaction causes two substances to combine to make a single substance? | composition reaction | science | null | null | null | metabolism | component reaction | spontaneous mutation | composition reaction | In this equation, two substances combine to make a single substance. This is a composition reaction. Two different substances react to make two new substances. This does not fit the definition of either a composition reaction or a decomposition reaction, so it is neither. In fact, you may recognize this as a double-rep... | null | null | null |
What is the purpose of the passage? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
What looks like an angry old man and lives at the bottom of the ocean? It's the world's ugliest animal---the blobfish .
Its strange skin is shaped by its habitat. It lives 800 meters below the ocean's surface, a depth where very few other creatures can survive.
Most fishes have a swim bladder , which is filled... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high10839.txt | What looks like an angry old man and lives at the bottom of the ocean? It's the world's ugliest animal---the blobfish .
Its strange skin is shaped by its habitat. It lives 800 meters below the ocean's surface, a depth where very few other creatures can survive.
Most fishes have a swim bladder , which is filled with gas... | [
"To discuss the importance of preserving animals.",
"To give the reason for starting an organization.",
"To present the results of a survey.",
"To introduce a special animal."
] |
When Mr. Albertson was writing the letter he felt _ . | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
136 Crestview Circle
Dover, Connecticut
November 16, 2015
Gander's Furniture Store
Stamford, Connecticut, 09876
Dear Sir,
I am writing about your November bill, which I am returning with this letter. I am not going to pay this bill. Last month I bought a table and four chairs for $65.50. They were sent to ... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high19454.txt | 136 Crestview Circle
Dover, Connecticut
November 16, 2015
Gander's Furniture Store
Stamford, Connecticut, 09876
Dear Sir,
I am writing about your November bill, which I am returning with this letter. I am not going to pay this bill. Last month I bought a table and four chairs for $65.50. They were sent to me on Oct... | [
"disappointed",
"angry.",
"worried.",
"calm."
] |
In whitetail deer, females seldom grow antlers. Which best explains why male whitetail deer grow antlers but females seldom grow antlers? | null | Answer this science question and explain your reasoning. | In whitetail deer, females seldom grow antlers. Which best explains why male whitetail deer grow antlers but females seldom grow antlers?
Choices:
A. Female deer have no need for antlers.
B. Male deer are older than female deer.
C. Antler growth is controlled by genes.
D. Antler growth depends on behavior. | Correct answer: C | science | Mercury_7163258 | {
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What is the topic of the talk in February? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Monthly Talks at London Canal Museum
Our monthly talks start at 19:30 on the first Thursday of each month except August. Admission is at normal charges and you don't need to book. They end around 21:00.
_ th
The Canal Pioneers, by Chris Lewis. James Brindley is recognized as one of the leading early canal eng... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high10258.txt | Monthly Talks at London Canal Museum
Our monthly talks start at 19:30 on the first Thursday of each month except August. Admission is at normal charges and you don't need to book. They end around 21:00.
_ th
The Canal Pioneers, by Chris Lewis. James Brindley is recognized as one of the leading early canal engineers. H... | [
"The Canal Pioneers.",
"Ice for the Metropolis",
"Eyots and Aits- Thames Islands",
"An Update on the Cotsword Canals"
] |
What would be the best title for the passage? | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
While watching a swimming competition one night, I came across an unbelievable sight. It was not a gold medal, or a world record broken, but a show of courage.
The event started with only three men on the blocks. For one reason or another, two of them false started, so they were disqualified. That left only on... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high2154.txt | While watching a swimming competition one night, I came across an unbelievable sight. It was not a gold medal, or a world record broken, but a show of courage.
The event started with only three men on the blocks. For one reason or another, two of them false started, so they were disqualified. That left only one to comp... | [
"Go for it!",
"Try again!",
"Compete for gold!",
"Break a record!"
] |
There are 8 red pens in Maria's desk drawer. There are 10 more black pens than red pens. There are also 7 more blue pens than red pens. How many pens are there in all? | Maria has 8 + 10 = <<8+10=18>>18 black pens.
Maria has 8 + 7 = <<8+7=15>>15 blue pens.
Maria has 8 + 18 + 15 = <<8+18+15=41>>41 pens in total.
#### 41 | Solve the following math problem and explain your reasoning step by step. | There are 8 red pens in Maria's desk drawer. There are 10 more black pens than red pens. There are also 7 more blue pens than red pens. How many pens are there in all? | Maria has 8 + 10 = <<8+10=18>>18 black pens.
Maria has 8 + 7 = <<8+7=15>>15 blue pens.
Maria has 8 + 18 + 15 = <<8+18+15=41>>41 pens in total.
#### 41 | math | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null |
A story showing people's generosity should be emailed to the editor at _ . | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Share With Us
Would you like to have your writing published in this magazine? Then let us know! We pay for stories, anecdotes and jokes:
Anecdotes and Jokes $50
What made you laugh recently? A funny sign? A colleague's behaviour? Got a joke? Send it in for Laughter is the Best Medicine! Email: Juliet@sws.com
... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high12822.txt | Share With Us
Would you like to have your writing published in this magazine? Then let us know! We pay for stories, anecdotes and jokes:
Anecdotes and Jokes $50
What made you laugh recently? A funny sign? A colleague's behaviour? Got a joke? Send it in for Laughter is the Best Medicine! Email: Juliet@sws.com
Smart Ani... | [
"juliet@sws.com",
"susan@sws.com",
"Audrey@sws.com",
"nanjc@sws.com"
] |
Which of the following is the reason that made Rembrandt's business fail? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Rembrandt was an extraordinary Dutch painter. He was most well-known for his brushwork and the way in which he connected with the human soul. His life, however, was not happy.
He was born on July 15,1606 in Leiden, the Netherlands. His father wanted him to have a real, learned profession but Rembrandt left the... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high7158.txt | Rembrandt was an extraordinary Dutch painter. He was most well-known for his brushwork and the way in which he connected with the human soul. His life, however, was not happy.
He was born on July 15,1606 in Leiden, the Netherlands. His father wanted him to have a real, learned profession but Rembrandt left the Universi... | [
"As an extraordinary Dutch painter, he knew nothing about business.",
"He spent most of his time on art, leaving no time to care his business.",
"All his children but Titus died, which made him very sad.",
"Like other famous artists, he was thoughtless."
] |
His pants are _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Peter is an American boy from New York. He is tall and he has a good look. He has a big nose and big blue eyes. His hair is brown. He is in a red T-shirt, white pants and blue shoes. He is very cool. He likes basketball , too. He knows NBA stars. He says ,"Yao Ming is cool!"We are good friends.
Question:
His ... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle5888.txt | Peter is an American boy from New York. He is tall and he has a good look. He has a big nose and big blue eyes. His hair is brown. He is in a red T-shirt, white pants and blue shoes. He is very cool. He likes basketball , too. He knows NBA stars. He says ,"Yao Ming is cool!"We are good friends. | [
"white",
"red",
"green",
"yellow"
] |
Which is the best title of the passage? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Business people must keep records of the money they take in and the money they spend. The work of keeping such records is called book keeping. The work of deciding how the records should be set up is called accounting. An accountant also finds out, from the records, whether or not a business is doing well. Sup... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high16195.txt | Business people must keep records of the money they take in and the money they spend. The work of keeping such records is called book keeping. The work of deciding how the records should be set up is called accounting. An accountant also finds out, from the records, whether or not a business is doing well. Suppose a ma... | [
"Good Records",
"How to Make Profit",
"How to Run a Clothes Store And a Company",
"Accounting And Bookkeeping"
] |
Which of the following statements is not true? | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
A mathematician who goes mad is not a subject most directors consider commercially attractive, but then Ron Howard isn't among most directors, despite an impressive list of credits, a Beautiful Mind is his most successful work to date, combining psychological drama with a moving love story to produce a film th... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high6911.txt | A mathematician who goes mad is not a subject most directors consider commercially attractive, but then Ron Howard isn't among most directors, despite an impressive list of credits, a Beautiful Mind is his most successful work to date, combining psychological drama with a moving love story to produce a film that is as ... | [
"John Nash did not go mad totally.",
"Ron Howard is an outstanding director.",
"The stress of the academic work caused Nash's illness.",
"Nash didn't have many friends."
] |
The passage has been written to _ . | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
The shocking disappearance of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 has captured the attention of millions around the world as the search for the airplane and its passengers and crew continues. What happened to the flight's 239 passengers and crew after the plane left Kuala Lumpur on Saturday? It is becoming an incre... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high7231.txt | The shocking disappearance of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 has captured the attention of millions around the world as the search for the airplane and its passengers and crew continues. What happened to the flight's 239 passengers and crew after the plane left Kuala Lumpur on Saturday? It is becoming an increasingly d... | [
"introduce the loss of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370",
"explain how to avoid airplane disappearances as a pilot",
"tell readers mysterious airplane disappearances in Aviation History",
"call on people to protect themselves"
] |
The local residents' attitude towards the ride is _ . | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
More than 27,000 people from around the UK set off at dawn from London to begin the cycle route through Surrey to the Sussex coast.
The annual 54-mile ride raises money for the British Heart Foundation(BHF) and is Europe's largest charity cycling event. Cyclists began the exhausting journey at Clapham Common ... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high6685.txt | More than 27,000 people from around the UK set off at dawn from London to begin the cycle route through Surrey to the Sussex coast.
The annual 54-mile ride raises money for the British Heart Foundation(BHF) and is Europe's largest charity cycling event. Cyclists began the exhausting journey at Clapham Common at 6 a. m... | [
"doubtful",
"unconcerned",
"worried",
"supportive"
] |
The young woman was a little unhappy on Mother's Day because _ . | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
It was mother's Day, but the young mother was a little unhappy. Because she was 800 miles away from her parents. In the morning she phone her mother to wish her a happy mother's Day, And her mother told her about the beautiful lilacs in the garden.
Later that day, when she told her husband about the lilacs. ... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle421.txt | It was mother's Day, but the young mother was a little unhappy. Because she was 800 miles away from her parents. In the morning she phone her mother to wish her a happy mother's Day, And her mother told her about the beautiful lilacs in the garden.
Later that day, when she told her husband about the lilacs. He said. ... | [
"she didn't have a present",
"she was a long way from her mother .",
"she didn't know it was Mother 's Day",
"she wanted to have a trip ."
] |
Pearl thought that the banana _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Pearl and June were good friends and spent most of their time together.
They were both very old and they worried about their health. Most of the time they talked about nothing else.
They worried about their food. Was it clean? Would it give them pains in the stomach?
They worried about the weather. Was it too ... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle5956.txt | Pearl and June were good friends and spent most of their time together.
They were both very old and they worried about their health. Most of the time they talked about nothing else.
They worried about their food. Was it clean? Would it give them pains in the stomach?
They worried about the weather. Was it too cold and ... | [
"stopped her from seeing",
"would make her hungry",
"would make her ill",
"would be good for June"
] |
Visitors are warned not to bike to the Carnival because _ . | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Must-Read about Notting Hill Carnival
Route
The carnival procession itself begins at 9am on both Sunday and Monday. It starts on Great Western Road, winding its way along Chepstow Road, then on to Westbourne Grove, and then down Ladbroke Grove. See our Notting Hill Carnival map for the full route.
Bus
While e... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high4352.txt | Must-Read about Notting Hill Carnival
Route
The carnival procession itself begins at 9am on both Sunday and Monday. It starts on Great Western Road, winding its way along Chepstow Road, then on to Westbourne Grove, and then down Ladbroke Grove. See our Notting Hill Carnival map for the full route.
Bus
While extra serv... | [
"there are an increasing number of bike thefts there",
"there are no bike-parking stations nearby",
"roads to the Carnival area are closed to bikes",
"they will be charged with extra parking fees"
] |
.. What was her real problem? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Ellen Parker was worried about her health. She could not walk very quickly and it was difficult for her to climb stairs . She was soon out of breath.
"I think I had better go to the doctor, " she thought.
She went to the doctor and told him her problem.
"I'm not at all surprised, "he said. "It's obvious what... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high12047.txt | Ellen Parker was worried about her health. She could not walk very quickly and it was difficult for her to climb stairs . She was soon out of breath.
"I think I had better go to the doctor, " she thought.
She went to the doctor and told him her problem.
"I'm not at all surprised, "he said. "It's obvious what your pro... | [
"She ate too much steak.",
"She weighed too much.",
"The doctor didn't know.",
"She could not walk very quickly."
] |
Who really invented the car first? _ . | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
The car was invented just a century ago. You may know all kinds of cars' names, but many people don't know who was the inventor of the first car. The first car was invented not by a German, but by an American. His name was Henry Ford. Henry was born in a poor family. He was the eldest of six children. When h... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle809.txt | The car was invented just a century ago. You may know all kinds of cars' names, but many people don't know who was the inventor of the first car. The first car was invented not by a German, but by an American. His name was Henry Ford. Henry was born in a poor family. He was the eldest of six children. When he was a b... | [
"A German",
"An American",
"Frenchman",
"Japanese"
] |
Which of the following may be the good way to help kids sleep better? | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Nowadays the U.S. students are sleepy in school because they spend too much time texting, playing video games, watching TV and using the media in other ways.
"Heavy media use interferes with sleep by reducing sleep duration, making it harder to fall asleep, and lowering sleep quality," Meilan Zhang, an assista... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high13368.txt | Nowadays the U.S. students are sleepy in school because they spend too much time texting, playing video games, watching TV and using the media in other ways.
"Heavy media use interferes with sleep by reducing sleep duration, making it harder to fall asleep, and lowering sleep quality," Meilan Zhang, an assistant profes... | [
"Parents should be well educated.",
"Technology is forbidden at home.",
"Their playing time must be limited.",
"They are allowed to go to school early."
] |
According to the passage the author intends | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
The holiday season is the time of magic moments. Our hearts are waiting for something special to happen. Children dream of meeting Santa Claus and receive desirable presents. I'm sure that grandparents are waiting for their kids' and grandchildren's visit. If your holiday schedule is tightly packed, then you s... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high19384.txt | The holiday season is the time of magic moments. Our hearts are waiting for something special to happen. Children dream of meeting Santa Claus and receive desirable presents. I'm sure that grandparents are waiting for their kids' and grandchildren's visit. If your holiday schedule is tightly packed, then you should fin... | [
"to tell the old are living a quite lonely life",
"to encourage people to visit their grandparents",
"to imply few take care of their grandparents",
"to show he is very kind to his grandparents"
] |
If a group of 30 students with ID visit strong Museum, how much should they pay for the admission? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Strong Museum
Hours
Monday---Thursday: 10:00 am---5:00 pm Friday: 10:00 am---8:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am -- -5:00 pm Sunday: 11:00 am---5:00 pm
Closed on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
The Museum Shop is open during regular museum hours.
The Museum Library is open during Monday---... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle2142.txt | Strong Museum
Hours
Monday---Thursday: 10:00 am---5:00 pm Friday: 10:00 am---8:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am -- -5:00 pm Sunday: 11:00 am---5:00 pm
Closed on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
The Museum Shop is open during regular museum hours.
The Museum Library is open during Monday---Friday: 1... | [
"$105",
"$ 90",
"$ 210",
"$ 180"
] |
This passage is mainly about _ . | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
I'm beginning to think whether my grandmother was right when she complains, as she frequently does, that children nowadays aren't as well-behaved as they used to be. She recounts in detail how she used to be told to respect her elders and betters. She was taught to speak when she went out on her own, she was r... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high23580.txt | I'm beginning to think whether my grandmother was right when she complains, as she frequently does, that children nowadays aren't as well-behaved as they used to be. She recounts in detail how she used to be told to respect her elders and betters. She was taught to speak when she went out on her own, she was reminded t... | [
"Granny's life story in he past",
"Granny's complaints about the children",
"women's life in different times",
"children in the past and at present"
] |
In America people celebrate Christmas because_. | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
If you look at the word Christmas, you can see the word Christ in it. On Christmas, people celebrate the birthday of Jesus Christ.
Of course not everyone in America thinks Christ a great man, but Christmas is a holiday for all the people. It's on December 25. Shops and schools are not open. Almost every ... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle53.txt | If you look at the word Christmas, you can see the word Christ in it. On Christmas, people celebrate the birthday of Jesus Christ.
Of course not everyone in America thinks Christ a great man, but Christmas is a holiday for all the people. It's on December 25. Shops and schools are not open. Almost every family ha... | [
"it is a holiday",
"Jesus Christ died",
"shops and schools are not open",
"they can get gifts"
] |
What's the best title of this passage? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Alexander the Great was a mighty king and conqueror . He was one of the greatest military geniuses the world has ever known. He was born in Pella, Macedonia. Alexander grew to be a handsome, brilliant man. Aristotle, the famous philosopher , came from Greece to teach him---geography, politics, literature, m... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high11926.txt | Alexander the Great was a mighty king and conqueror . He was one of the greatest military geniuses the world has ever known. He was born in Pella, Macedonia. Alexander grew to be a handsome, brilliant man. Aristotle, the famous philosopher , came from Greece to teach him---geography, politics, literature, medicine a... | [
"How Alexander the Great Became King?",
"Great Tragedy",
"Good Education Makes a Great Man",
"Alexander the Great"
] |
What does the passage mainly want to inform us? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Migrants to the UK are to be quizzed about their English skills before being able to claim income-related benefits, the government has announced.
In a move to "protect the integrity of the benefits system", people will also be asked what efforts they have made to find work before coming to Britain. Work and Pe... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high9574.txt | Migrants to the UK are to be quizzed about their English skills before being able to claim income-related benefits, the government has announced.
In a move to "protect the integrity of the benefits system", people will also be asked what efforts they have made to find work before coming to Britain. Work and Pensions Se... | [
"All migrants can claim benefits from the UK.",
"Income-related benefits can be a great help to migrants.",
"All migrants come to the UK only to claim benefits.",
"Migrants are to pass a test to get the benefits from the UK."
] |
Which of the following would the author agree to? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
We are not born doubting ourselves.We learn to do it.In fact,we are usually taught to doubt ourselves.We can learn some ways that allow us to become more accepting of ourselves.Following are two behaviors that might explain the reasons why you can't move towards greater self-acceptance.
One thing that migh... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high23311.txt | We are not born doubting ourselves.We learn to do it.In fact,we are usually taught to doubt ourselves.We can learn some ways that allow us to become more accepting of ourselves.Following are two behaviors that might explain the reasons why you can't move towards greater self-acceptance.
One thing that might cause y... | [
"It's necessary for people to be perfect.",
"It's acceptable for people to be imperfect.",
"It's strange for people to be bona with limitation.",
"It's good for people to do everything they can imagine*"
] |
What is the process by which large particles, such as cells, are taken in by a cell? | null | Answer the following science question clearly and accurately. | What is the process by which large particles, such as cells, are taken in by a cell? | phagocytosis | science | null | null | null | mitosis | active transport | diffusion | phagocytosis | Phagocytosis is the process by which large particles, such as cells, are taken in by a cell. For example, when microorganisms invade the human body, a type of white blood cell called a neutrophil removes the invader through this process, surrounding and engulfing the microorganism, which is then destroyed by the neutro... | null | null | null |
What does the underline sentence "... you've got it." mean in the passage? | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
When the musical sound rings you, you immediately reach for your pocket ready to have a chat. But although you probably use it all the time, have you ever thought about the manners related to talking on the phone? If you haven't, here are some tips to guide you.
*Always give the person you are calling plenty o... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high9034.txt | When the musical sound rings you, you immediately reach for your pocket ready to have a chat. But although you probably use it all the time, have you ever thought about the manners related to talking on the phone? If you haven't, here are some tips to guide you.
*Always give the person you are calling plenty of time to... | [
"You have succeeded in making a call without disturbing others.",
"You have made the phone call short and interesting.",
"You have got the message you are waiting for.",
"You have made a phone call secretly."
] |
It was _ that made people enjoy his films. | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
About the year 1900,a small,darkhaired hot boy named Charlie Chaplin was often seen waiting outside the back entrance of London Theatre.He looked thin and hungry.He was hoping to get work in show business.He could sing and dance;above all,he knew how to make people laugh.But he couldn't get work and so he wand... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high10430.txt | About the year 1900,a small,darkhaired hot boy named Charlie Chaplin was often seen waiting outside the back entrance of London Theatre.He looked thin and hungry.He was hoping to get work in show business.He could sing and dance;above all,he knew how to make people laugh.But he couldn't get work and so he wandered abou... | [
"wonderful dialogues",
"the beautiful music",
"his funny appearance",
"his own manner of acting"
] |
The writer _ . | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Perhaps the most extraordinary building put up in the nineteenth century was the Crystal Palace which was built in Hyde Park for the Great Exhibition of 1851. The Crystal Palace was different from all the other buildings in the world, for it was made of iron and glass. It was one of the biggest buildings o... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high3187.txt | Perhaps the most extraordinary building put up in the nineteenth century was the Crystal Palace which was built in Hyde Park for the Great Exhibition of 1851. The Crystal Palace was different from all the other buildings in the world, for it was made of iron and glass. It was one of the biggest buildings of all the... | [
"thought the Crystal Palace very useful",
"sang high praise for the Crystal Palace",
"wanted the Crystal Palace to be rebuilt",
"was one of the visitors to the Crystal Palace"
] |
What is the most important food in Australia? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
People eat different things in different parts of the world.
In some countries, people eat rice every day. Sometimes they eat it two or three times a day for breakfast, lunch and supper. They eat rice with meat, fish and vegetables.
Some people do not eat some kinds of meat. Muslims ,for example, do not eat ... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle4463.txt | People eat different things in different parts of the world.
In some countries, people eat rice every day. Sometimes they eat it two or three times a day for breakfast, lunch and supper. They eat rice with meat, fish and vegetables.
Some people do not eat some kinds of meat. Muslims ,for example, do not eat pork.
Jap... | [
"Fish.",
"Bread.",
"Vegetables.",
"Fruit."
] |
Transition metals are superior conductors of heat as well as what else? | null | Answer the following science question clearly and accurately. | Transition metals are superior conductors of heat as well as what else? | electricity | science | null | null | null | cold | light | radiation | electricity | Transition metals are superior conductors of heat as well as electricity. They are malleable, which means they can be shaped into sheets, and ductile, which means they can be shaped into wires. They have high melting and boiling points, and all are solids at room temperature, except for mercury (Hg), which is a liquid.... | null | null | null |
The best color to make an excited person calm down is _ . | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Black is the color of power. It has the meaning of submission . It is popular in fashion because it makes people look thinner.
White is the color for brides . White is considered a summer color. White is popular in fashion because it is light and goes with everything.
Red is a hot and strong color. It can make... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle5088.txt | Black is the color of power. It has the meaning of submission . It is popular in fashion because it makes people look thinner.
White is the color for brides . White is considered a summer color. White is popular in fashion because it is light and goes with everything.
Red is a hot and strong color. It can make the hear... | [
"white",
"blue",
"green",
"yellow"
] |
Whoever has been chosen as the key support team of the government _ . | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
One of the biggest challenges facing students and their families is what career they should enter and what is the best path for them to take.
I was talking to someone the other day who told me he first studied accounting because that was what everyone was studying several years ago. It was and some say still i... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high2151.txt | One of the biggest challenges facing students and their families is what career they should enter and what is the best path for them to take.
I was talking to someone the other day who told me he first studied accounting because that was what everyone was studying several years ago. It was and some say still is a relia... | [
"shows the government's interest in new information",
"enables you to find out how hard-working these people are",
"indicates the direction the economy is developing",
"reveals the government encourages creative young people"
] |
On the clerk's approval of giving the flowers, the young boy was wild with joy because _ . | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
John had been on the road visiting clients for more than three weeks. He couldn't wait to get back to Ohio to see his wife and children. It was coming on Mother's Day, and he usually tried to make it "back home", but this year he was just too tired. He was in a small town just outside of Little Rock when he dr... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high20102.txt | John had been on the road visiting clients for more than three weeks. He couldn't wait to get back to Ohio to see his wife and children. It was coming on Mother's Day, and he usually tried to make it "back home", but this year he was just too tired. He was in a small town just outside of Little Rock when he drove by a ... | [
"he knew he wouldn't have got the flowers without John's help",
"he was able to show his love to his mother with the flowers",
"the clerk was very kind to help him",
"he was successful in saving some money"
] |
What does a cell need to transform into a cancerous cell? | null | Answer the following science question clearly and accurately. | What does a cell need to transform into a cancerous cell? | mutations | science | null | null | null | adaptations | microbes | parasites | mutations | Typically, a series of several mutations that constitutively activate oncogenes and inactivate tumor suppressor genes is required to transform a normal cell into a cancer cell ( Figure below ). Cells have developed a number of control mechanisms to overcome mutations in proto-oncogenes. Therefore, a cell needs multiple... | null | null | null |
What's the writer's attitude towards the brand agency? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
A good brand agency can create for you a brand identity of your products. Having the best agency to help with your business, no matter how small, can be one of the biggest steps you can take in letting the world know and get familiar with your products and brands.
Brand agencies work hand in hand with the ... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high363.txt | A good brand agency can create for you a brand identity of your products. Having the best agency to help with your business, no matter how small, can be one of the biggest steps you can take in letting the world know and get familiar with your products and brands.
Brand agencies work hand in hand with the company i... | [
"Doubtful.",
"Supportive.",
"Worried.",
"Disapproving."
] |
The author's grandparents didn't expand their house because _ . | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
I learned my first lesson from my grandparents when I was young. They both grew up in very large families and lived through the Great Depression. Saving for a rainy day was their life philosophy. Rather than seeking fulfillment through material items, they chose to spend really simple life together with their ... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high17288.txt | I learned my first lesson from my grandparents when I was young. They both grew up in very large families and lived through the Great Depression. Saving for a rainy day was their life philosophy. Rather than seeking fulfillment through material items, they chose to spend really simple life together with their family.
... | [
"they didn't understand the family members' advice",
"their house was really new and large enough",
"they were satisfied with the house they lived in",
"they were too old to do any house-building job"
] |
The Smiths have _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Mr and Mrs Smith have just opened a small restaurant. In order to attract customers, they put a notice in front of the restaurant, which said: "Meals on the house for three days."
A foreign student who didn't know much English passed by the restaurant on the second day. It was lunchtime and he felt hungry. "We... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle2951.txt | Mr and Mrs Smith have just opened a small restaurant. In order to attract customers, they put a notice in front of the restaurant, which said: "Meals on the house for three days."
A foreign student who didn't know much English passed by the restaurant on the second day. It was lunchtime and he felt hungry. "Well, here ... | [
"opened a restaurant",
"built a house",
"climbed onto the top",
"been policemen"
] |
This passage mainly discusses _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
In choosing a friend,one should be very careful.A good friend can help you study.You can have fun together and make each other happy.Sometimes you will meet fair weather friends.They will be with you as long as you have money or luck,but when you are down,they will run away.How do I know when I have found a go... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high7631.txt | In choosing a friend,one should be very careful.A good friend can help you study.You can have fun together and make each other happy.Sometimes you will meet fair weather friends.They will be with you as long as you have money or luck,but when you are down,they will run away.How do I know when I have found a good friend... | [
"the qualities of a friend",
"where to choose friends",
"how to get along with friends",
"the importance of having a friend"
] |
Susan has 21 cats and Bob has 3 cats. If Susan gives Robert 4 of her cats, how many more cats does Susan have than Bob? | After giving away four of her cats, Susan has 21 - 4 = <<21-4=17>>17.
Susan has 17 - 3 = <<17-3=14>>14 more cats than Bob
#### 14 | Solve the following math problem and explain your reasoning step by step. | Susan has 21 cats and Bob has 3 cats. If Susan gives Robert 4 of her cats, how many more cats does Susan have than Bob? | After giving away four of her cats, Susan has 21 - 4 = <<21-4=17>>17.
Susan has 17 - 3 = <<17-3=14>>14 more cats than Bob
#### 14 | math | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null |
. What may happen in the field of entertainment in the future? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
What picture do you have of the future? Will life in the future be better, worse of the same as now? What do you hope about the future?
Futurologists predict that life will probably be very different in 2050 in all the fields of activity, from entertainment to technology. First of all, it seems that TV channel... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high15721.txt | What picture do you have of the future? Will life in the future be better, worse of the same as now? What do you hope about the future?
Futurologists predict that life will probably be very different in 2050 in all the fields of activity, from entertainment to technology. First of all, it seems that TV channels will ha... | [
"The programme made by yourself may be sent to TV.",
"A computer may choose TV programmes for you.",
"You may choose the channels from the menu in a computer.",
"What to broadcast on TV is decided by yourself."
] |
Which of the following is NOTincluded in the "scientific habits of mind"? | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Bruce Alberts, the former President of the National Academies (USA), has now taken over as Editor-in Chief of Science. Judging by his editorial in this week's issueConsidering Science Education there could be some interesting times ahead inScience offices.
Here's part of what Bruce has to say about science... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high20347.txt | Bruce Alberts, the former President of the National Academies (USA), has now taken over as Editor-in Chief of Science. Judging by his editorial in this week's issueConsidering Science Education there could be some interesting times ahead inScience offices.
Here's part of what Bruce has to say about science educatio... | [
"A critical attitude toward established claims.",
"A strong desire for logic.",
"A clever and active mind.",
"A strong desire for evidence."
] |
On the third Thursday Mrs. Clarke went out _ . | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
On Thursday afternoon Mrs. Clarke, dressed for going out, took her handbag with her money and her key in it, pulled the door behind her to lock it and went to the over 60s Club. She always went there on Thursdays. It was a nice outing for an old woman who lived alone.
At six o'clock she came home, let herself ... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high2644.txt | On Thursday afternoon Mrs. Clarke, dressed for going out, took her handbag with her money and her key in it, pulled the door behind her to lock it and went to the over 60s Club. She always went there on Thursdays. It was a nice outing for an old woman who lived alone.
At six o'clock she came home, let herself in and at... | [
"because she didn't want to miss the club again",
"to see if the thief was wandering outside",
"to the club but then changed her mind",
"in an attempt to trick the thief"
] |
Which of the following is true according to the passage? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
The five Shakespeare Houses in and around Stratford - upon - Avon offer you an authentic experience of the prefix = st1 /Stratfordworld in which the famous dramatist was born, lived and died. Intimately connected with William Shakespeare or his immediate family, these original houses are now owned and cared fo... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high24098.txt | The five Shakespeare Houses in and around Stratford - upon - Avon offer you an authentic experience of the prefix = st1 /Stratfordworld in which the famous dramatist was born, lived and died. Intimately connected with William Shakespeare or his immediate family, these original houses are now owned and cared for by the ... | [
"Shakespeare lived in all the five houses.",
"The Houses are open longer hours in October than in July.",
"To attend lectures concerning Shakespeare, contact 201808.",
"You can visit the Houses after 5 pm if you contact the Trust in advance on 01789 201808."
] |
What does Lily have for supper? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Dear Joan,
How are you? I'm in Beijing now. I study at Yu Lin High School. I like Beijing very much, and I have two good friends here. They are Tom and Wei Hua. Tom is from Canada and Wei Hua is from China. We are in the same class. They often help me with my Chinese. I can speak a little Chinese now. The teac... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle4611.txt | Dear Joan,
How are you? I'm in Beijing now. I study at Yu Lin High School. I like Beijing very much, and I have two good friends here. They are Tom and Wei Hua. Tom is from Canada and Wei Hua is from China. We are in the same class. They often help me with my Chinese. I can speak a little Chinese now. The teachers are ... | [
"Bread.",
"Jiaozi.",
"Milk.",
"Noodles."
] |
From the text, we can conclude that _ . | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Breathe, wave and smile. Along with more than 300 other seniors, I marched into the stadium on the afternoon of May 10. The audience burst into deafening cheers. The huge stadium shook with all the whistling and clapping.
It was as if a Hollywood superstar had walked on stage. And indeed, every single senior t... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high888.txt | Breathe, wave and smile. Along with more than 300 other seniors, I marched into the stadium on the afternoon of May 10. The audience burst into deafening cheers. The huge stadium shook with all the whistling and clapping.
It was as if a Hollywood superstar had walked on stage. And indeed, every single senior that day w... | [
"a diploma ensures a good job",
"a diploma guarantees a bright future",
"the commencement symbolizes the beginning of a new stage in life",
"everyone felt excited at the presentation of the diploma"
] |
According to the passage, there were earthquakes in _ . | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Many animals do strange things before an earthquake.This news may be important.
Earthquakes can kill people and knock down houses.Animals may help to save lives.
Some animals make a lot of noise before an earthquake.Farmers know about this.Dogs that are usually quiet start to bark.Horses on farms run around in... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle6623.txt | Many animals do strange things before an earthquake.This news may be important.
Earthquakes can kill people and knock down houses.Animals may help to save lives.
Some animals make a lot of noise before an earthquake.Farmers know about this.Dogs that are usually quiet start to bark.Horses on farms run around in circles.... | [
"most countries",
"Italy and San Francisco, the USA",
"Chicago and Spain",
"all the western countries"
] |
Which is NOT true according to the passage? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
If you have a fever, headache and runny nose, you might go to Google and type in the words "flu symptoms" to see whether you've come down with the disease.
Google knows that you might do something like that, and it also knows which state you're in if you are in the United States. Now, it's putting that in... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high20781.txt | If you have a fever, headache and runny nose, you might go to Google and type in the words "flu symptoms" to see whether you've come down with the disease.
Google knows that you might do something like that, and it also knows which state you're in if you are in the United States. Now, it's putting that information... | [
"The government's data mentioned in the passage came from a network of 1,500 doctors across the US.",
"Google Flu Trends' reports can be one or two weeks ahead of those by the government.",
"Google Flu Trends' estimates prove quite accurate and reliable.",
"Anyone around the world can enjoy the service of Goo... |
Which of the four parts of the ant philosophy means "look ahead"? | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Over the years I've been teaching my grandchildren about a simple but powerful concept--the ant philosophy. I think everybody should study ants.
They have an amazing four-part philosophy, and here is the first part: Ants never quit. If they're headed somewhere and you try to stop them, they'll look for another... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high16965.txt | Over the years I've been teaching my grandchildren about a simple but powerful concept--the ant philosophy. I think everybody should study ants.
They have an amazing four-part philosophy, and here is the first part: Ants never quit. If they're headed somewhere and you try to stop them, they'll look for another way. The... | [
"The last part.",
"The third part.",
"The second part.",
"The first part."
] |
We can learn from the passage that _ . | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
The pickle jar , as I can remember, sat beside the dresser in my parents' bedroom. When ready for bed, Dad would toss any coins in his pockets into the jar. As they dropped, they landed with a merry jingle.
Whenever the jar was full, Dad would roll up the coins. Every time he slid the box of rolled coins acros... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high13493.txt | The pickle jar , as I can remember, sat beside the dresser in my parents' bedroom. When ready for bed, Dad would toss any coins in his pockets into the jar. As they dropped, they landed with a merry jingle.
Whenever the jar was full, Dad would roll up the coins. Every time he slid the box of rolled coins across the cou... | [
"any difficulty can be overcome with the family's support.",
"parents teach much more through their action than their words.",
"saving is always a good habit to pass down to the next generation.",
"you need to reward yourself and celebrate regularly to keep up with your faith."
] |
According to the passage, which of the following is the most expensive? | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
It's almost time to head back to school, and well, it' s never too early to start shopping for those school supplies.If you have some extra cash left over after shopping for backpacks and number two pencils, then treat your kid to some cool electronics you can borrow from them later.
Acer Aspire One: Netbooks ... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high20311.txt | It's almost time to head back to school, and well, it' s never too early to start shopping for those school supplies.If you have some extra cash left over after shopping for backpacks and number two pencils, then treat your kid to some cool electronics you can borrow from them later.
Acer Aspire One: Netbooks are great... | [
"Fuji Fine Pix Z20fd.",
"Acer Aspire One.",
"Mimobot.",
"Samsung S2."
] |
Some argue that Crabtree's theory is false because they think _ . | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Are we getting more stupid? According to Gerald Crabtree, a scientist at Stanford University in the US, we are.
You may not want to hear this, but Crabtree believes that human intelligence reached its peak more than 2,000 years ago and ever since then has been going downhill. "If an average Greek from 1,000 BC... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high5685.txt | Are we getting more stupid? According to Gerald Crabtree, a scientist at Stanford University in the US, we are.
You may not want to hear this, but Crabtree believes that human intelligence reached its peak more than 2,000 years ago and ever since then has been going downhill. "If an average Greek from 1,000 BC were tra... | [
"people today are under much more pressure than early humans",
"it's ridiculous to compare a hunter's and a poet's intelligence",
"modern education is far more advanced than ancient education",
"human intelligence nowadays is different from that of the distant past"
] |
Which of the following statements is not true according to the passage? | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Jessica Alba rebelled from her "strict" parents when she was just five. The 29-year-old actress admits her Catholic education made her want to "break away" from her mother Catherine and father Mark.
She explained: "It's always been weird because I grew up in a very traditional, Catholic household. My parent... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high1077.txt | Jessica Alba rebelled from her "strict" parents when she was just five. The 29-year-old actress admits her Catholic education made her want to "break away" from her mother Catherine and father Mark.
She explained: "It's always been weird because I grew up in a very traditional, Catholic household. My parents were ve... | [
"Although she is a rebellious woman, she still respects her parents' beliefs",
"She likes her characters in the movie",
"She cares more about her sexy image because she is very proud of her beauty",
"She got married and has a daughter."
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