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David doesn't know the way to the hospital and asks _ . | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
David comes from the train station and he doesn't know where to go. This is the first time he comes to this town. He comes to see his good friend, Peter. Peter is a doctor. He works in a hospital. But David doesn't know where the hospital is.
He walks in the street. He passes a bank, a post office, a hotel and... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle865.txt | David comes from the train station and he doesn't know where to go. This is the first time he comes to this town. He comes to see his good friend, Peter. Peter is a doctor. He works in a hospital. But David doesn't know where the hospital is.
He walks in the street. He passes a bank, a post office, a hotel and at last ... | [
"a policeman",
"a teacher",
"a student",
"a doctor"
] |
Max loves to play video games. He played for 2 hours on Wednesday and the same time on Thursday. On Friday his friends came to play together with him, so Max spent over three hours more on playing than on Wednesday. How many hours on average has Max spent playing video games during these three days? | Max played on Friday three hours more than on Wednesday, so he played for 2 + 3 = <<2+3=5>>5 hours.
In total he played 2 + 2 + 5 = <<2+2+5=9>>9 hours.
He was playing for three days, so on average, he spent 9 / 3 = <<9/3=3>>3 hours playing video games every day.
#### 3 | Solve the following math problem and explain your reasoning step by step. | Max loves to play video games. He played for 2 hours on Wednesday and the same time on Thursday. On Friday his friends came to play together with him, so Max spent over three hours more on playing than on Wednesday. How many hours on average has Max spent playing video games during these three days? | Max played on Friday three hours more than on Wednesday, so he played for 2 + 3 = <<2+3=5>>5 hours.
In total he played 2 + 2 + 5 = <<2+2+5=9>>9 hours.
He was playing for three days, so on average, he spent 9 / 3 = <<9/3=3>>3 hours playing video games every day.
#### 3 | math | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null |
The Zanskar Ski School _ . | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Do you have any skiing equipment you are no longer need? A ski school in the far north of India could put it to good use.
In March we published a photo story about the extraordinary Zsnskar region in northern India,which is cut off from the outside world for more than seven months of the year,and only accessib... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high22184.txt | Do you have any skiing equipment you are no longer need? A ski school in the far north of India could put it to good use.
In March we published a photo story about the extraordinary Zsnskar region in northern India,which is cut off from the outside world for more than seven months of the year,and only accessible via a... | [
"has donated money to the local community",
"makes it easier for the students to attend school",
"provides special training to the tourists",
"has borrowed many skis from Europe"
] |
Why did the elder son die? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Jack was a skilled artist with a wife and two sons. One night, his elder son had a stomachache . Thinking it was only some common intestinal disorders, neither Jack nor his wife took it seriously. But the boy died suddenly that night.
Knowing the death could have been avoided if he had only realized the seri... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle7380.txt | Jack was a skilled artist with a wife and two sons. One night, his elder son had a stomachache . Thinking it was only some common intestinal disorders, neither Jack nor his wife took it seriously. But the boy died suddenly that night.
Knowing the death could have been avoided if he had only realized the seriousness o... | [
"Because the elder son didn't want to go to the hospital.",
"Because Jack and his wife did not take it seriously.",
"Because the hospital was very far from their home.",
"Because Jack was not at home that time."
] |
when you want to wrap gifts, you can use _ paper. | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Now more and more people like to visit South Korea. People are interested in the tradition,clothes,songs,movies,TV series and presents.Do you want to know good manners about giving gifts?In South Korea,you should remember these things when you are giving a gift.
1.Wrap gift nicely. You can wrap gifts in red or... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle4111.txt | Now more and more people like to visit South Korea. People are interested in the tradition,clothes,songs,movies,TV series and presents.Do you want to know good manners about giving gifts?In South Korea,you should remember these things when you are giving a gift.
1.Wrap gift nicely. You can wrap gifts in red or yellow p... | [
"yellow",
"green",
"white",
"black"
] |
Ryan Stewart will have to _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
In the past, people who graduated from college felt proud of their academic achievements and felt confident that their degree would help them to find a good job.
However, in the past five years the job market has changed greatly. This year's college graduates are facing one of the worst job markets. For exam... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high12358.txt | In the past, people who graduated from college felt proud of their academic achievements and felt confident that their degree would help them to find a good job.
However, in the past five years the job market has changed greatly. This year's college graduates are facing one of the worst job markets. For example, Ryan... | [
"go back to school",
"get a job teaching",
"change his major",
"become a religious leader"
] |
From the passage,we can learn that | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Johnny the Explorer
Johnny was three when he ran away from home for the first time.Somebody left the garden gate open.Johnny wandered out,crossed some fields and,two hours later,arrived in the next village.He was just able to give his name and address.
By the time be was seven,Johnny used to disappear ... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high17603.txt | Johnny the Explorer
Johnny was three when he ran away from home for the first time.Somebody left the garden gate open.Johnny wandered out,crossed some fields and,two hours later,arrived in the next village.He was just able to give his name and address.
By the time be was seven,Johnny used to disappear from home... | [
"Johnny worked for a daily paper",
"Johnny lacked a sense of adventure",
"Johnny went exploring along the Amazon River",
"Johnny went to Brazil two months after he finished school"
] |
What can we learn about David Suchet? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Read the following three passages.Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements.For each of them there are 4 choices marked A, B, C and D.Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage.
The River Thames was once described as "biologically dead". A wate... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high20677.txt | Read the following three passages.Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements.For each of them there are 4 choices marked A, B, C and D.Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage.
The River Thames was once described as "biologically dead". A waterway poll... | [
"He said some factories have been regulated to reduce pollutants.",
"He is an actor who is good at boating.",
"He has traveled to al rivers in the world.",
"He is a manager of the Environment Agency."
] |
The text is most probably taken from a _ . | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Although many Chinese students say that their knowledge of English grammar is good ,most would admit that their spoken English is poor .Whenever I speak to a Chinese student they always say, "My spoken English is poor." However ,their spoken English does not have to remain "poor" ! I would like to suggest that... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high15096.txt | Although many Chinese students say that their knowledge of English grammar is good ,most would admit that their spoken English is poor .Whenever I speak to a Chinese student they always say, "My spoken English is poor." However ,their spoken English does not have to remain "poor" ! I would like to suggest that there ma... | [
"teacher's diary",
"report on study",
"sports newspaper",
"movie magazine"
] |
It can be inferred that Colin's sister hoped that Colin would _ . | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
There are many idioms in English. An idiom is a phrase that we can't understand from the meaning of each word. The following are some of them.
As the crow flies
When a bird flies from place to place, it takes the most direct route. But when people drive, they have to follow roads and often go farther. When peo... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high14045.txt | There are many idioms in English. An idiom is a phrase that we can't understand from the meaning of each word. The following are some of them.
As the crow flies
When a bird flies from place to place, it takes the most direct route. But when people drive, they have to follow roads and often go farther. When people give ... | [
"buy a new tennis racket",
"stay away from her",
"forgive her mistake",
"make an apology to her"
] |
Early the next _ her son ran into the kitchen and shouted. | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Mrs. Brown had a small garden behind her house and in the spring she planted some vegetables in it. She looked after them very carefully, and when the summer came, they looked very nice. One evening Mrs. Brown looked at her vegetables and said, "Tomorrow I am going to pick them and we can eat them." But early ... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle1956.txt | Mrs. Brown had a small garden behind her house and in the spring she planted some vegetables in it. She looked after them very carefully, and when the summer came, they looked very nice. One evening Mrs. Brown looked at her vegetables and said, "Tomorrow I am going to pick them and we can eat them." But early the next ... | [
"morning",
"afternoon",
"evening",
"night"
] |
Liu Qiyuan quit his job and built his "ark" because _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Once again, rumors are spreading. Judgment Day, this time, is set to happen on December 21st, 2012. The date originated from the Mayan calendar, but actually gained popularity through the hit movie, "2012".
How will the world end? And how do we know the exact date? There are many theories: A meteoroid from ou... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high17108.txt | Once again, rumors are spreading. Judgment Day, this time, is set to happen on December 21st, 2012. The date originated from the Mayan calendar, but actually gained popularity through the hit movie, "2012".
How will the world end? And how do we know the exact date? There are many theories: A meteoroid from outer space... | [
"he wanted to make preparations for destructive natural disasters",
"he was tired of making money from his furniture business",
"he was almost killed in Indonesia in 2004",
"he believed that the world was going to end on Dec. 21, 2012"
] |
What gas can be generated by reacting sodium bromide with elemental chlorine? | null | Answer the following science question clearly and accurately. | What gas can be generated by reacting sodium bromide with elemental chlorine? | elemental bromine gas | science | null | null | null | gaseous bromine gas | Molecular Bromine Gas | photons bromine gas | elemental bromine gas | Elemental bromine gas can be generated by reacting sodium bromide with elemental chlorine. The other product is sodium chloride. Write a balanced chemical equation for this reaction. Saylor URL: http://www. saylor. org/books. | null | null | null |
The writer mainly wants to tell us that _ . | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
This is new for me and I don't know what to say really, so I just want to have a try.I was always a runner and in pretty good shape for most of my life.Then unluckily, I couldn't get myself out to run.
I put on weight and it made me feel worse about myself.I found it was much harder to begin to run again af... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high13017.txt | This is new for me and I don't know what to say really, so I just want to have a try.I was always a runner and in pretty good shape for most of my life.Then unluckily, I couldn't get myself out to run.
I put on weight and it made me feel worse about myself.I found it was much harder to begin to run again after a few... | [
"Practice makes perfect",
"Many hands make light work",
"We should take care of ourselves",
"Encouragement is very important in hard times"
] |
A student plants rosebushes in her front yard. The student is frequently seen pulling weeds from the base of the rosebushes. What is the most likely reason that the weeds are pulled? | null | Answer this science question and explain your reasoning. | A student plants rosebushes in her front yard. The student is frequently seen pulling weeds from the base of the rosebushes. What is the most likely reason that the weeds are pulled?
Choices:
A. Weeds add fertilizer to the soil.
B. Weeds use nutrients the roses need to grow.
C. Weeds increase the bacteria in the soil.... | Correct answer: B | science | Mercury_SC_406048 | {
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"Weeds add fertilizer to the soil.",
"Weeds use nutrients the roses need to grow.",
"Weeds increase the bacteria in the soil.",
"Weeds consume most of the oxygen."
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"A",
"B",
"C",
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Apple sold 100 iPhones at their New York store today for an average cost of $1000. They also sold 20 iPads for an average cost of $900 and 80 Apple TVs for an average cost of $200. What was the average cost across all products sold today? | The sales for iPhones were 100 iPhones * $1000 per iPhone on average = $<<100*1000=100000>>100,000
The sales for iPads today were 20 iPads * $900 per iPad = $<<20*900=18000>>18,000
The sales for Apple TV’s today were 80 * $200 = $<<80*200=16000>>16,000
The total sales for Apple at their New York store today was $100,00... | Solve the following math problem and explain your reasoning step by step. | Apple sold 100 iPhones at their New York store today for an average cost of $1000. They also sold 20 iPads for an average cost of $900 and 80 Apple TVs for an average cost of $200. What was the average cost across all products sold today? | The sales for iPhones were 100 iPhones * $1000 per iPhone on average = $<<100*1000=100000>>100,000
The sales for iPads today were 20 iPads * $900 per iPad = $<<20*900=18000>>18,000
The sales for Apple TV’s today were 80 * $200 = $<<80*200=16000>>16,000
The total sales for Apple at their New York store today was $100,00... | math | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null |
According to the handbook, to get a Learner License in Australia, an applicant must do the following EXCEPT _ . | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Do many people you know drive a car? How do you get a license to drive a car in your hometown? Head the following handbook and you will find out how to get a learner License and how to drive safely in Australia.
About your Learner License
To prepare new and young drivers for the complex task of driving, all le... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high17441.txt | Do many people you know drive a car? How do you get a license to drive a car in your hometown? Head the following handbook and you will find out how to get a learner License and how to drive safely in Australia.
About your Learner License
To prepare new and young drivers for the complex task of driving, all learner dri... | [
"finish and pass a Road Ready course",
"pass a knowledge test on the road rules and safe driving practices",
"provide proof of identity, marriage and educational background",
"take an eyesight test and meet the requirements"
] |
On her way home the writer _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
That cold January night, I was growing sick of my life in San Francisco. There I was, walking home at one in the morning after a tiring practice at the theatre. With opening night only a week ago, I was still learning my lines. I was having trouble dealing with my part-time job at the bank and my acting at nig... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high722.txt | That cold January night, I was growing sick of my life in San Francisco. There I was, walking home at one in the morning after a tiring practice at the theatre. With opening night only a week ago, I was still learning my lines. I was having trouble dealing with my part-time job at the bank and my acting at night at the... | [
"lost her wallet unknowingly",
"was stopped by a garbage truck driver",
"was robbed of her wallet by an armed man",
"found some homeless people following her"
] |
What are alkenes organic compounds that contain one or more double or triple bonds between carbon atoms described as? | null | Answer the following science question clearly and accurately. | What are alkenes organic compounds that contain one or more double or triple bonds between carbon atoms described as? | unsaturated | science | null | null | null | strong | saturated | insulated | unsaturated | Alkenes Organic compounds that contain one or more double or triple bonds between carbon atoms are described as unsaturated. You have likely heard of unsaturated fats. These are complex organic molecules with long chains of carbon atoms, which contain at least one double bond between carbon atoms. Unsaturated hydrocarb... | null | null | null |
Kelly was scared before the relay race because she was afraid that _ . | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Kelly's favorite subject is P.E. But she has a hard time in P.E. class. She is not good at jumping very far, she has trouble throwing a ball, and she can't run really fast. Sometimes, some kids make fun of her. So why does Kelly love P.E. class?
The reason is that her teacher Mr. Burns always tells her to do... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle4984.txt | Kelly's favorite subject is P.E. But she has a hard time in P.E. class. She is not good at jumping very far, she has trouble throwing a ball, and she can't run really fast. Sometimes, some kids make fun of her. So why does Kelly love P.E. class?
The reason is that her teacher Mr. Burns always tells her to do her best... | [
"she would fall",
"she would not run very far",
"other kids would make fun of her",
"other kids would run faster than her"
] |
Which of the following would be a good title for this article? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
At one time or another we have all stopped to think about the weather. Some days the weather is good. Some days the weather is bad. Sometimes a day that seems bad turns out better than you thought it would. There are ways of understanding the weather. One way is to study the clouds. No two clouds are ever alik... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle1353.txt | At one time or another we have all stopped to think about the weather. Some days the weather is good. Some days the weather is bad. Sometimes a day that seems bad turns out better than you thought it would. There are ways of understanding the weather. One way is to study the clouds. No two clouds are ever alike. We can... | [
"The Story of Weather Forecast",
"Fine Weather and Bad Weather",
"Weather Changes",
"Different Kinds of Clouds"
] |
The doctor asked the young man _ . | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
This story is about a young man. He worked hard at his lessons. He was too busy. He didn't have time to rest, so he was ill. Every night, when he went to bed, he closed his eyes and tried to sleep . But he couldn't. He thought: "I must go to see the doctor." He said to the doctor. "I can't go to sleep at night... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle35.txt | This story is about a young man. He worked hard at his lessons. He was too busy. He didn't have time to rest, so he was ill. Every night, when he went to bed, he closed his eyes and tried to sleep . But he couldn't. He thought: "I must go to see the doctor." He said to the doctor. "I can't go to sleep at night." "Try c... | [
"to count numbers before he went to bed",
"to put all numbers from 1 to 1000 together",
"to count numbers while he was lying in bed",
"to go to bed earlier"
] |
_ can tell you where the user is on the earth exactly. | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
The Internet, mobile phones and iPads are parts of our lives now. Technology is greatly affecting all ways of our lives, from the ways we work to the ways we play. And it even causes a number of social problems such as cloning humans.
We have had lots of technology and it has changed our lives a lot. We are ... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle2230.txt | The Internet, mobile phones and iPads are parts of our lives now. Technology is greatly affecting all ways of our lives, from the ways we work to the ways we play. And it even causes a number of social problems such as cloning humans.
We have had lots of technology and it has changed our lives a lot. We are sure that... | [
"Satellites",
"Receivers",
"Global Positioning System",
"Underwater Robot"
] |
In the beginning, people used to _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
The first chocolate was eaten by people in Central and South America hundreds of years ago. In those days, people did not really eat chocolate; the cocoa bean was used to make a chocolate drink that the people enjoyed very much. Much later the cocoa bean was brought to Europe and people there also came to love... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high21995.txt | The first chocolate was eaten by people in Central and South America hundreds of years ago. In those days, people did not really eat chocolate; the cocoa bean was used to make a chocolate drink that the people enjoyed very much. Much later the cocoa bean was brought to Europe and people there also came to love the tast... | [
"drink the chocolate",
"eat and drink the chocolate",
"eat the chocolate bars",
"enjoy the chocolate every day"
] |
Mr. Hunt found _ while he was waiting for his wife. | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Mr. Hunt was living in a village and he wanted to go to an office one day. He got into his car and drove to the city. He went there without any trouble and stopped in front of the door. He locked his car and started to go into the office, but then he turned around and went back to his car. "I've left my keys i... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle7464.txt | Mr. Hunt was living in a village and he wanted to go to an office one day. He got into his car and drove to the city. He went there without any trouble and stopped in front of the door. He locked his car and started to go into the office, but then he turned around and went back to his car. "I've left my keys in it!" he... | [
"his keys in his pocket",
"he didn't lock both of the doors of the car",
"he got to a wrong office",
"he could get his keys without his wife's help"
] |
_ doesn't have long hair. | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Liu Hong is from China. She is a nice girl. Her eyes are big and her mouth is small. She has a big family . Her father is Liu Jie. And her mother's name is Deng Hua. They are very nice. Liu Hong has a sister and brother(,). Her sister is Liu Hui, and her brother is Liu Bin. Liu Hui has long hair and a round... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle2608.txt | Liu Hong is from China. She is a nice girl. Her eyes are big and her mouth is small. She has a big family . Her father is Liu Jie. And her mother's name is Deng Hua. They are very nice. Liu Hong has a sister and brother(,). Her sister is Liu Hui, and her brother is Liu Bin. Liu Hui has long hair and a round face. Bu... | [
"Liu Hong",
"Liu Bin",
"Liu Hui",
"Deng Hua"
] |
The best title for the passage may be_. | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
At least eight babies in East China'sprefix = st1 /AnhuiProvincehave died since last year. they died of serious deficiency disease which happened to them because of fake milk powders.
More than 100 other babies in Fuyang, mostly between three and five months old, are still in poor nutrition after drinking diff... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high17793.txt | At least eight babies in East China'sprefix = st1 /AnhuiProvincehave died since last year. they died of serious deficiency disease which happened to them because of fake milk powders.
More than 100 other babies in Fuyang, mostly between three and five months old, are still in poor nutrition after drinking different kin... | [
"Serious Deficiency Disease",
"Sick Babies in Fuyang",
"Fake milk powders 'kill' babies",
"Big Head Disease"
] |
Colbert is building a treehouse out of wooden planks. The treehouse needs 200 wooden planks. A quarter of these planks come from Colbert’s storage, half of these planks come from Colbert’s parents, 20 planks come from Colbert’s friends and he buys the rest from the store. How many planks of wood does he need to buy fro... | In Colbert’s storage, there are 200 wooden planks / 4 = <<200/4=50>>50 wooden planks.
From his parents, there are 200 wooden planks / 2 = <<200/2=100>>100 wooden planks.
So in total, Colbert has not had to buy 50 wooden planks from storage + 100 wooden planks from his parents + 20 wooden planks from his friends = <<50+... | Solve the following math problem and explain your reasoning step by step. | Colbert is building a treehouse out of wooden planks. The treehouse needs 200 wooden planks. A quarter of these planks come from Colbert’s storage, half of these planks come from Colbert’s parents, 20 planks come from Colbert’s friends and he buys the rest from the store. How many planks of wood does he need to buy fro... | In Colbert’s storage, there are 200 wooden planks / 4 = <<200/4=50>>50 wooden planks.
From his parents, there are 200 wooden planks / 2 = <<200/2=100>>100 wooden planks.
So in total, Colbert has not had to buy 50 wooden planks from storage + 100 wooden planks from his parents + 20 wooden planks from his friends = <<50+... | math | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null |
Which of the following can be the best title for the text? | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
It's 8:00 a.m.James Butters gives,18-month-old Thomas his milk,then breakfast.After getting Thomas into his outdoor clothes, they head for the park to watch birds and play on the grass.With lunchtime drawing near,they're back home for an afternoon of drawing, playing with cars,or maybe watching some childre... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high17637.txt | It's 8:00 a.m.James Butters gives,18-month-old Thomas his milk,then breakfast.After getting Thomas into his outdoor clothes, they head for the park to watch birds and play on the grass.With lunchtime drawing near,they're back home for an afternoon of drawing, playing with cars,or maybe watching some children's progr... | [
"A New Profession for Men",
"Changes in Tradition",
"Mannies and Nannies",
"Babies and Their Mannies"
] |
Which of the following statements about Thanksgiving Day is FALSE? | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Thanksgiving Day is always celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November.It is the most traditional American holiday.The first Thanksgiving was held in Massachusetts in 1621.After a year off great hardship,the colonist wanted to give thanks to God for their first harvest.They invited their Indian friends to j... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high23282.txt | Thanksgiving Day is always celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November.It is the most traditional American holiday.The first Thanksgiving was held in Massachusetts in 1621.After a year off great hardship,the colonist wanted to give thanks to God for their first harvest.They invited their Indian friends to join,them ... | [
"It falls on the same day in November every year.",
"It is the most traditional American holiday after 1863.",
"It is a regular national holiday after 1863.",
"It is a day of family reunion."
] |
What Kenneth J. Sher says suggests that _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
A four-year study of 200 college students found that those who drink heavily and started drinking at an early age demonstrate poor decision-making skills, just like long-term, chronic alcoholics. Researchers at the University of Missouri-Columbia believe early onset binge drinking negatively affects psycholog... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high2751.txt | A four-year study of 200 college students found that those who drink heavily and started drinking at an early age demonstrate poor decision-making skills, just like long-term, chronic alcoholics. Researchers at the University of Missouri-Columbia believe early onset binge drinking negatively affects psychological deve... | [
"he is quite clear about what the important issue is",
"if binger drinkers started late, there would be no bad effect",
"the important issue is how impaired the students are in decision-making",
"only early binge drinkers will have their decision-making ability affected"
] |
Which of the following statements is true? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
J.K. Rowling had reused her magic and brought Dumbledore back to life.
A spokesperson for the author confirmed Rowling had sent a letter and a package to a Texas teenager who optimistically found strength in the words of a Harry Potter film after witnessing the murder of her family.
Fifteen-yiear-old Cassidy S... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high9791.txt | J.K. Rowling had reused her magic and brought Dumbledore back to life.
A spokesperson for the author confirmed Rowling had sent a letter and a package to a Texas teenager who optimistically found strength in the words of a Harry Potter film after witnessing the murder of her family.
Fifteen-yiear-old Cassidy Stay lost ... | [
"J.K. Rowling brought Dumbledore back to life for a new book.",
"There were seven people in Cassidy's family before the tragedy.",
"J.K. Rowling met Cassidy when Cassidy gave a speech at the memorial for her family.",
"Cassidy survived the gunshot accidentally."
] |
The student got a zero at the beginning because _ . | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
One day,I received a call from a colleague.He was about to give a student a zero for his answer to a physical problem,while the student claimed a perfect score.I was elected as their arbiter .I read the examination problem,"Show how it is possible to determine the height of a tall building with the aid of a ba... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high13939.txt | One day,I received a call from a colleague.He was about to give a student a zero for his answer to a physical problem,while the student claimed a perfect score.I was elected as their arbiter .I read the examination problem,"Show how it is possible to determine the height of a tall building with the aid of a barometer .... | [
"the teacher wasn't satisfied with him",
"his answer wasn't complete or correct",
"the teacher didn't fully understand his answer",
"his answer didn't show his knowledge of physics"
] |
Remember not to expect too much of yourself when looking forward to the future because _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
In all one's lifetime it is oneself that one spends the most time being with or dealing with. But it is exactly oneself that one has the least understanding of.
When you are going upwards in life you tend to overestimate yourself. It seems that everything you seek for is within your reach. When you are going d... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high11380.txt | In all one's lifetime it is oneself that one spends the most time being with or dealing with. But it is exactly oneself that one has the least understanding of.
When you are going upwards in life you tend to overestimate yourself. It seems that everything you seek for is within your reach. When you are going downhill y... | [
"your shortages might stop you succeeding",
"ideals can never be turned into realities",
"you are likely to lack enough courage",
"you haven't understood yourself quite well"
] |
Our present wonderful world has been built up by _ | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Scientific Progress
Most scientific progress is the result of careful consideration of work that has already been done. The wonderful world which lies before us today has been put up by hardworking men with clear heads and inventive mind, and these who follow them along life's road will improve on their effort... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high15280.txt | Scientific Progress
Most scientific progress is the result of careful consideration of work that has already been done. The wonderful world which lies before us today has been put up by hardworking men with clear heads and inventive mind, and these who follow them along life's road will improve on their efforts. It is ... | [
"men who do not believe in others but themselves",
"those who work hard and dare to break way from old ideas",
"those who can make improvements on other people's work",
"men who work extremely hard in following their teachers"
] |
The purpose of showing the case of alligators is to prove _ . | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Even if we have an extremely healthy diet and lifestyle, the human body is programmed to wear out at a maximum of about 120 years, and usually less. We all have a biological clock inside us which determines the moment when our organs cease to function properly. This is because our cells have stopped renewing t... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high3869.txt | Even if we have an extremely healthy diet and lifestyle, the human body is programmed to wear out at a maximum of about 120 years, and usually less. We all have a biological clock inside us which determines the moment when our organs cease to function properly. This is because our cells have stopped renewing themselves... | [
"alligators are in danger in the wild because of the threat from man, pollution and other animals",
"it is widely accepted that humans have a fixed lifespan",
"there exists an age gene which may control ageing",
"the age gene damages the body"
] |
What does the story seem to tell you? | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
The date was like any other day in his life. After school Michael walked past the shop on the street corner. He stopped to look at the front row of shoes. And he felt sorry for himself. He really wanted to have them for his birthday.
He sadly walked away and thought of what to tell his mother. He knew she wo... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high19422.txt | The date was like any other day in his life. After school Michael walked past the shop on the street corner. He stopped to look at the front row of shoes. And he felt sorry for himself. He really wanted to have them for his birthday.
He sadly walked away and thought of what to tell his mother. He knew she would give ... | [
"Why feet are more important than shoes.",
"How a child learned to talk in a wheel chair",
".Being poor is not necessarily a bad thing.",
"Life often taught poor people good lessons."
] |
The price of an iPhone fell 10% in a particular month and another 20% in the second month. If the initial price was $1000, calculate the price after the second month. | In the first month, the price of the iPhone fell by 10/100*$1000=$<<10/100*1000=100>>100
The new price after the first month is $1000-$100 = $<<1000-100=900>>900
In the second month, the price fell 20% further by 20/100*$900 = $<<20/100*900=180>>180
The new price after the second month is $900-$180 = $<<900-180=720>>72... | Solve the following math problem and explain your reasoning step by step. | The price of an iPhone fell 10% in a particular month and another 20% in the second month. If the initial price was $1000, calculate the price after the second month. | In the first month, the price of the iPhone fell by 10/100*$1000=$<<10/100*1000=100>>100
The new price after the first month is $1000-$100 = $<<1000-100=900>>900
In the second month, the price fell 20% further by 20/100*$900 = $<<20/100*900=180>>180
The new price after the second month is $900-$180 = $<<900-180=720>>72... | math | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null |
You many find the above advertisements _ . | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Read the advertisements carefully. Then answer the questions that follow.
INTERESTED IN CHILDCARE?
Qualified person or preschool teacher needed for busy childcare center, south of the river. Full-time work guaranteed. Immediate start necessary. The candidate must be able to work as a co-operative team member, ... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high2779.txt | Read the advertisements carefully. Then answer the questions that follow.
INTERESTED IN CHILDCARE?
Qualified person or preschool teacher needed for busy childcare center, south of the river. Full-time work guaranteed. Immediate start necessary. The candidate must be able to work as a co-operative team member, Phone 634... | [
"in a store window",
"in a school magazine",
"in a newspaper",
"on a company notice-board"
] |
What is the author's purpose in writing the passage? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Silence is unnatural to man.He begins life with a cry and ends it in stillness.In between he does all he can to make a noise in the world, and he fears silence more than anything else.Even his conversation is an attempt to prevent a fearful silence.If he is introduced to another person, and a number of pauses ... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high3114.txt | Silence is unnatural to man.He begins life with a cry and ends it in stillness.In between he does all he can to make a noise in the world, and he fears silence more than anything else.Even his conversation is an attempt to prevent a fearful silence.If he is introduced to another person, and a number of pauses occur in ... | [
"To persuade people to stop making noises.",
"To explain why people keep talking.",
"To discuss why people like talking about weather.",
"To encourage people to join in conversations."
] |
What die NOT Steve Jobs encourage students to do in his speech? | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
As a senior high school student, my-future is always on my mind. To-be exact,thoughts of the future have kept me up count.less nights and made me worrv enough to do poorly on more than one test. Because of this, words of wisdom are a scurce of comfort.Steve Jobs gave a speech to Stanford's graduating.class in ... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high23378.txt | As a senior high school student, my-future is always on my mind. To-be exact,thoughts of the future have kept me up count.less nights and made me worrv enough to do poorly on more than one test. Because of this, words of wisdom are a scurce of comfort.Steve Jobs gave a speech to Stanford's graduating.class in 2005 and ... | [
"Be content with what they know.",
"Harve the desice to learn more.",
"Stay calm in the face of hardships",
"Be modest so as to learn more."
] |
The author thinks "mini-examples" are useful because they _ . | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Critical thinking is an important skill that can increase students' ability to learn in any situation. This can be applied to traditional education, or directly in a career related role. Many teachers find it such a valuable skill that they give their students a critical thinking question every day. Developing... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high7756.txt | Critical thinking is an important skill that can increase students' ability to learn in any situation. This can be applied to traditional education, or directly in a career related role. Many teachers find it such a valuable skill that they give their students a critical thinking question every day. Developing this abi... | [
"assist students to better remember definitions",
"give students hands-on practice",
"help to keep students interested",
"help students develop concepts"
] |
Backpacks are useful for tourists because _ . | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Look at your classmates around you. You all wear the same uniform and similar sneakers. Do you want to stand out among them? A fashionable and useful backpack can be a great idea!
Backpacks are lightweight and easy to carry.
They are great tools for students. They help you to stay organized. You can keep schoo... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle3420.txt | Look at your classmates around you. You all wear the same uniform and similar sneakers. Do you want to stand out among them? A fashionable and useful backpack can be a great idea!
Backpacks are lightweight and easy to carry.
They are great tools for students. They help you to stay organized. You can keep school things,... | [
"they have wheels on the bottom",
"it frees tourists' hands to do other things",
"tourists can feel fashionable",
"they make tourists feel special"
] |
Which of the following is the best title for the passage? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Born in a fishing village in Japan, Fujiyama, 25, recalls a childhood dominated by health concerns. Doctors told his parents that he had a hole in his heart and "they didn't think I had a lot longer to live". But during a later visit to the doctor, his family learned the hole had closed. "Somehow I was cured a... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high15213.txt | Born in a fishing village in Japan, Fujiyama, 25, recalls a childhood dominated by health concerns. Doctors told his parents that he had a hole in his heart and "they didn't think I had a lot longer to live". But during a later visit to the doctor, his family learned the hole had closed. "Somehow I was cured and I beca... | [
"Help the people in need",
"Students lend a hand in America",
"Fujiyama helps build \"Sunshine Village\"",
"Fujiyama gives poor people in Honduras a second chance"
] |
Before accepting her blindness, the writer tried her best to relieve the pain EXCEPT . | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
I lost my left eye just after my first birthday -- I'd fallen seriously ill. My artificial eye was very convincing and I usually wore glasses over it -- even my boyfriend, Mick, didn't really notice. I told him I was blind in one eye just before we got married -- I was 19 at the time. He said he didn't care an... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high19527.txt | I lost my left eye just after my first birthday -- I'd fallen seriously ill. My artificial eye was very convincing and I usually wore glasses over it -- even my boyfriend, Mick, didn't really notice. I told him I was blind in one eye just before we got married -- I was 19 at the time. He said he didn't care and that he... | [
"walking out to get some fresh air",
"lying down to have a rest",
"taking some effective pills",
"asking a doctor for help"
] |
Which of the following is true about the new body scanners to be used in Europe?. | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
The European Union on Monday prohibited the use of X-ray body scanners in European airports, parting ways with the U. S. Transportation Security Administration, which has used hundreds of the scanners as a way to screen millions of airline passengers for explosives hidden under clothing.
The European Commissi... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high19330.txt | The European Union on Monday prohibited the use of X-ray body scanners in European airports, parting ways with the U. S. Transportation Security Administration, which has used hundreds of the scanners as a way to screen millions of airline passengers for explosives hidden under clothing.
The European Commission, which... | [
"They will risk doing harm to passengers.",
"They use ionizing radiation heavily.",
"Their radiation is extremely high.",
"They won't risk causing cancer."
] |
Which of these activities is used to conserve water? | null | Answer this science question and explain your reasoning. | Which of these activities is used to conserve water?
Choices:
A. planting crops that survive in droughts
B. running water while brushing teeth
C. washing vehicles frequently
D. watering grass after a rainfall | Correct answer: A | science | Mercury_SC_405725 | {
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Which is true of the seasonal weather patterns of places that are at the same latitude? | null | Answer this science question and explain your reasoning. | Which is true of the seasonal weather patterns of places that are at the same latitude?
Choices:
A. They have the same wind patterns.
B. They have the same amount of rain.
C. They have the same intensity of sunlight.
D. They have the same kinds of severe weather. | Correct answer: C | science | Mercury_SC_416424 | {
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What's the best title for this passage? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Fear is an emotion like others such as happiness, anger, hurt, sadness. We need emotions to process information we receive and decide how to respond. Being afraid of fast cars, for example, is something that might protect us from harm. Being afraid of the consequence of a choice may prevent us getting into tro... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high5704.txt | Fear is an emotion like others such as happiness, anger, hurt, sadness. We need emotions to process information we receive and decide how to respond. Being afraid of fast cars, for example, is something that might protect us from harm. Being afraid of the consequence of a choice may prevent us getting into trouble.
Fea... | [
"How to Overcome Children's Fears",
"Children's Fears",
"The kind of Children's Fears",
"The Bad Effects of Fears"
] |
How did Yuuki save the villagers from the disaster? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
For hundreds of years, Japan has been hit, from time to time, by tsunamis , which are caused by earthquakes or underwater volcanoes. The story of the boy Yuuki is the story of such a disaster.
Yuuki lived with his family in a seaside village, below a small mountain. One day, as he played on top of the mountain... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high12491.txt | For hundreds of years, Japan has been hit, from time to time, by tsunamis , which are caused by earthquakes or underwater volcanoes. The story of the boy Yuuki is the story of such a disaster.
Yuuki lived with his family in a seaside village, below a small mountain. One day, as he played on top of the mountain, Yuuki f... | [
"He told them about the earthquake.",
"He explained why the sea was flowing out.",
"He told the village chief to warn the people.",
"He set fire to the rice field."
] |
All the following arguments can be found in the passage EXCEPT that_. | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Do you have any strong opinion on co-educational or single-sex schools?
A supporter of co-educational schools would probably say that schools should be like the societies they belong to .In Hong Kong , men and women mix socially on a day-to-day basis .In many fields men are even likely to have female bo... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high21669.txt | Do you have any strong opinion on co-educational or single-sex schools?
A supporter of co-educational schools would probably say that schools should be like the societies they belong to .In Hong Kong , men and women mix socially on a day-to-day basis .In many fields men are even likely to have female bosses .It ... | [
"co-education can produce a society-like situation",
"co-educational schools may lead to love affairs between boys and girls",
"co-education will help develop a better understanding about the opposite sex",
"co-education can make boys perform well in mixed classes"
] |
Why was the Russian pilot arrested? | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
(ALAUDDIN VALLEY) -- Russia's relationship with Tajikistan has _ following an incident involving a Russian pilot who was arrested -- after making an emergency landing in the Central Asian nation.
Russia responded by beginning to drive out Tajik guest workers, a move that threatens Tajikistan's entire economy.... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high21487.txt | (ALAUDDIN VALLEY) -- Russia's relationship with Tajikistan has _ following an incident involving a Russian pilot who was arrested -- after making an emergency landing in the Central Asian nation.
Russia responded by beginning to drive out Tajik guest workers, a move that threatens Tajikistan's entire economy. In total... | [
"Because he stole a plane in Tajikistan.",
"Because he didn't land in Tajikistan safely.",
"Because he landed in Tajikistan without permission.",
"Because he refused to return to Russian."
] |
The main idea of the article is _ | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
First it was jogging. Then aerobics . Not too long ago, Americans discovered race walking.
Now Americans are into a newfitnesscraze. They'retaking up bicycling. Over hills and down mountainsides and across quiet country roads, Americans are busily rolling along.
The number of adults who ride for ... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high17768.txt | First it was jogging. Then aerobics . Not too long ago, Americans discovered race walking.
Now Americans are into a newfitnesscraze. They'retaking up bicycling. Over hills and down mountainsides and across quiet country roads, Americans are busily rolling along.
The number of adults who ride for fitness i... | [
"riding a bicycle is one of the most dangerous sports in prefix = st1 /America.",
"Americans are rolling along.",
"bicycling is the latest fitness craze to hit America.",
"most people in Americawant to own a hand-made bicycle that can cost more than $ 2,700."
] |
He was a different man at home because _ . | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
My grandfather was a teacher.He was the headmaster of a school for boys between the ages of thirteen and eighteen.I know that he was a kind and gentle man at heart,because when I was young (and he was old),he gave me presents and seated me on his knees,and told me stories.But I believe the boys at his school w... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high18622.txt | My grandfather was a teacher.He was the headmaster of a school for boys between the ages of thirteen and eighteen.I know that he was a kind and gentle man at heart,because when I was young (and he was old),he gave me presents and seated me on his knees,and told me stories.But I believe the boys at his school were afrai... | [
"he didn't get angry at school like he did at home",
"he was not as gentle as at home",
"he didn't throw books about at school like he did at home",
"he didn't get angry at home"
] |
A movie theater charges $5 for matinee tickets, $7 for evening tickets, and $10 for opening night tickets. A bucket of popcorn costs $10. On Friday, they had 32 matinee customers, 40 evening customers, and 58 customers for an opening night showing of a movie. If half the customers bought popcorn, how much money in doll... | The movie theater made 5 * 32 = $<<5*32=160>>160 in matinee tickets.
It made 7 * 40 = $<<7*40=280>>280 in evening tickets.
It made 10 * 58 = $<<10*58=580>>580 in opening night tickets.
There were 32 + 40 + 58 = <<32+40+58=130>>130 customers.
Half of the customers bought popcorn, so 130 / 2 = <<130/2=65>>65 bought popco... | Solve the following math problem and explain your reasoning step by step. | A movie theater charges $5 for matinee tickets, $7 for evening tickets, and $10 for opening night tickets. A bucket of popcorn costs $10. On Friday, they had 32 matinee customers, 40 evening customers, and 58 customers for an opening night showing of a movie. If half the customers bought popcorn, how much money in doll... | The movie theater made 5 * 32 = $<<5*32=160>>160 in matinee tickets.
It made 7 * 40 = $<<7*40=280>>280 in evening tickets.
It made 10 * 58 = $<<10*58=580>>580 in opening night tickets.
There were 32 + 40 + 58 = <<32+40+58=130>>130 customers.
Half of the customers bought popcorn, so 130 / 2 = <<130/2=65>>65 bought popco... | math | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null |
What's the best title for the passage? | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
In any family with more than one child, children seem to naturally compete for their parents' love and attention. Parents say they love every child equally. But is that true?
Susan, founder of a consulting firm in Chicago, interviewed 216 women and found that even though none of her questions asked directly ab... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high14468.txt | In any family with more than one child, children seem to naturally compete for their parents' love and attention. Parents say they love every child equally. But is that true?
Susan, founder of a consulting firm in Chicago, interviewed 216 women and found that even though none of her questions asked directly about a par... | [
"Parents' favoritism can affect children deeply",
"Why do parents show favoritism to children?",
"Parents should give attention to all their children",
"Building a harmonious family is important to children"
] |
Alissa used discarded paper to make notepads for her friends. She would fold 5 pieces of letter-size paper 3 times then cut along the edges to form smaller note papers. She would then stack these smaller note papers and staple them together. How long would 1 notepad last if someone wrote 10 notes per day? | Alissa folding it 3 times makes 2 × 2 × 2 = <<2*2*2=8>>8 pieces of note-size paper per letter-size paper.
So 5 pieces of letter-size paper make 5 × 8 = <<5*8=40>>40 pieces of note-size paper.
1 note pad would last 40 ÷ 10 = <<40/10=4>>4 days if someone wrote 10 notes a day.
#### 4 | Solve the following math problem and explain your reasoning step by step. | Alissa used discarded paper to make notepads for her friends. She would fold 5 pieces of letter-size paper 3 times then cut along the edges to form smaller note papers. She would then stack these smaller note papers and staple them together. How long would 1 notepad last if someone wrote 10 notes per day? | Alissa folding it 3 times makes 2 × 2 × 2 = <<2*2*2=8>>8 pieces of note-size paper per letter-size paper.
So 5 pieces of letter-size paper make 5 × 8 = <<5*8=40>>40 pieces of note-size paper.
1 note pad would last 40 ÷ 10 = <<40/10=4>>4 days if someone wrote 10 notes a day.
#### 4 | math | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null |
What is the writer's purpose in writing the passage? | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Being busy can become a way of life. Our lives are always filled with emails and text messages. They make us feel wanted and important, but in a tiring and empty way. Being busy has a dangerous allure . If you are busy all the time, it's hard to sit quietly with your thoughts or to really feel what you're feel... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle7024.txt | Being busy can become a way of life. Our lives are always filled with emails and text messages. They make us feel wanted and important, but in a tiring and empty way. Being busy has a dangerous allure . If you are busy all the time, it's hard to sit quietly with your thoughts or to really feel what you're feeling. Whyn... | [
"To advise us to be freedfrom the trend of being busy.",
"To warn us about the danger of leading a busy life.",
"To show us ways to feel good about being busy.",
"To tell us how to fit into the busy modern life."
] |
If your house is on fire, you must _ . | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
According to a new survey, students' safety has become a big problem. Nearly 50% of students say they are worried about robbery on the way to and from school. Now in main big cities in China, some schools have taught an unusual lesson: self-protection. Students like this lesson because there are no exams or bo... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle7862.txt | According to a new survey, students' safety has become a big problem. Nearly 50% of students say they are worried about robbery on the way to and from school. Now in main big cities in China, some schools have taught an unusual lesson: self-protection. Students like this lesson because there are no exams or boring clas... | [
"put dry things on your body",
"run quickly and take the lift",
"run away and find an exit as quickly as you can",
"take everything you have and then run away"
] |
From the passage we know that | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Money is all surrounding us.Every day, we see it, use it, and it is on the tip of our tongue.Did you ever stop to take into consideration where the money that you carry around every day comes from?
Making new money is a very unique job and no easy task.It has up to 65 steps When the money in circulation gets ... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high15074.txt | Money is all surrounding us.Every day, we see it, use it, and it is on the tip of our tongue.Did you ever stop to take into consideration where the money that you carry around every day comes from?
Making new money is a very unique job and no easy task.It has up to 65 steps When the money in circulation gets dirty and... | [
"banks make new money",
"it takes 65 procedures to make new money",
"mints decide what kind of bill is needed",
"old money that is not used is forever stored in a special place"
] |
What is the passage mainly about? | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
When I was four years old, I wanted nothing more in life than to play the piano. My best friend Betty had a piano. But Betty hardly played it at all. She would rather play hide-and-seek. It didn't seem fair.
One day my mother came to pick me up from Betty's house. "Watch this!" I told her. Then I ran to play a... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle5457.txt | When I was four years old, I wanted nothing more in life than to play the piano. My best friend Betty had a piano. But Betty hardly played it at all. She would rather play hide-and-seek. It didn't seem fair.
One day my mother came to pick me up from Betty's house. "Watch this!" I told her. Then I ran to play a song I h... | [
"How Jenny found the music inside of her.",
"What benefits Jenny got from making music.",
"How Jenny learned to play musical instruments.",
"What trouble Jenny had taking up music as a hobby."
] |
What do we know about the kids who like asking questions? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Do your kids ask a lot of questions? If they do, that's great. Because that's how children learn. Some of these questions may be easy to answer. Others may be hard. And they want to get the right answers. Do your kids ask such questions?
*Why is the sky blue? Why is the sunset red?
*Why are leaves green?
*Why ... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle761.txt | Do your kids ask a lot of questions? If they do, that's great. Because that's how children learn. Some of these questions may be easy to answer. Others may be hard. And they want to get the right answers. Do your kids ask such questions?
*Why is the sky blue? Why is the sunset red?
*Why are leaves green?
*Why do leaves... | [
"They're clever but lazy.",
"They often ask easy questions.",
"They are good at subjects.",
"They want to get right answers."
] |
_ American parents disagree with the rule that students can't bring mobile phones to school. | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Have you felt annoyed when a mobile phone rings during the class? Something must be done to stop this. Now in New York City, USA, a rule is carried out* in schools. Students can't even bring mobile phones to school. Is it a good thing or not?
Anxious* parents say that mobile phones are an important tool* in ho... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle1929.txt | Have you felt annoyed when a mobile phone rings during the class? Something must be done to stop this. Now in New York City, USA, a rule is carried out* in schools. Students can't even bring mobile phones to school. Is it a good thing or not?
Anxious* parents say that mobile phones are an important tool* in holding New... | [
"Some.",
"Many",
"Few",
"No"
] |
The passage doesn't tell us whether the writer's father can _ . | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
My father is seventy-five years old this year. But he looks very young. He looks like a sixty-year-old man. Now he can do everything all by himself. For example, he cooks, washes clothes, does the housework and so on.
Every morning, my father goes out with a radio. He listens to the music or the news and goes ... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle3654.txt | My father is seventy-five years old this year. But he looks very young. He looks like a sixty-year-old man. Now he can do everything all by himself. For example, he cooks, washes clothes, does the housework and so on.
Every morning, my father goes out with a radio. He listens to the music or the news and goes to the pa... | [
"play taijiquan",
"swim",
"wash clothes",
"cook"
] |
In addition to your favorite food in Ellen's Stardust Diner, you can also _ . | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Visit New York City with your kids where there are numerous things to do which will entertain their spirits and feed their minds.
*The Whispering Gallery
Make your way to the Whispering Gallery. Kids can get a lot of fun there. Once inside the gallery, place one person facing the corner at one end of the room ... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high3835.txt | Visit New York City with your kids where there are numerous things to do which will entertain their spirits and feed their minds.
*The Whispering Gallery
Make your way to the Whispering Gallery. Kids can get a lot of fun there. Once inside the gallery, place one person facing the corner at one end of the room and then ... | [
"make some good friends",
"meet many beautiful queens",
"receive the first-class service",
"enjoy some entertaining programs"
] |
What type of organisms do not need blood? | null | Answer the following science question clearly and accurately. | What type of organisms do not need blood? | single-celled | science | null | null | null | marine | cold-blooded | vertebrate | single-celled | Single-celled organisms do not need blood. They obtain nutrients directly from and excrete wastes directly into their environment. The human organism cannot do that. Our large, complex bodies need blood to deliver nutrients to and remove wastes from our trillions of cells. The heart pumps blood throughout the body in a... | null | null | null |
Mark Twain left school at 12 to _ | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Mark Twain left school when he was twelve. He had little school education but had to live. He made millions of dollars by writing whose real name was Samuel Langhorne Clemens, but he is better known all over the world as Mark Twain, his penname.
Mark Twain was born in 1835 and he was not a healthy baby. In fac... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high13261.txt | Mark Twain left school when he was twelve. He had little school education but had to live. He made millions of dollars by writing whose real name was Samuel Langhorne Clemens, but he is better known all over the world as Mark Twain, his penname.
Mark Twain was born in 1835 and he was not a healthy baby. In fact, he was... | [
"write stories",
"make a living",
"join the army",
"work as a printer"
] |
The author suggests that old people should _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
There are two dangers to be guarded against in old age. One of these is undue absorption in the past. It does not do to live in memories, in regrets for the good old days, or in sadness about friends who are dead. One's thoughts must be directed to the future and to things about which there is something to be ... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high4264.txt | There are two dangers to be guarded against in old age. One of these is undue absorption in the past. It does not do to live in memories, in regrets for the good old days, or in sadness about friends who are dead. One's thoughts must be directed to the future and to things about which there is something to be done.
It ... | [
"develop impersonal interests with proper activities.",
"tell their children not to make mistakes",
"concern themselves with their children",
"not give their children an allowance"
] |
What can we infer about the master according to the passage? | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
There once was a master who went to India. In those times, we didn't have the communications or airplanes or many kinds of transportation that we do now. So the master went to India on foot. He had never been to India before; perhaps he came from Persia. And when he got there, he saw a lot of fruit. In India t... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high9367.txt | There once was a master who went to India. In those times, we didn't have the communications or airplanes or many kinds of transportation that we do now. So the master went to India on foot. He had never been to India before; perhaps he came from Persia. And when he got there, he saw a lot of fruit. In India they have ... | [
"He is very wise in spending his money.",
"He came from Persia with someone else.",
"He walked to India for the first time.",
"He is a very rich and honest man."
] |
While filming near the water hole,the author and his team . | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Recently I went to the Tsavo National Park in northern Kenya for a film. We set off early for a distant water hole. A huge elephant,covered with dry mud,drank calmly and deeply. He might have traveled 50 km to reach the water. He wasn-t going to hurry now. He-d drink a while and then rest in the shade, and the... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high19194.txt | Recently I went to the Tsavo National Park in northern Kenya for a film. We set off early for a distant water hole. A huge elephant,covered with dry mud,drank calmly and deeply. He might have traveled 50 km to reach the water. He wasn-t going to hurry now. He-d drink a while and then rest in the shade, and then drink a... | [
"knew the elephant was injured",
"found the elephant acted violently",
"tried their best to save the elephant",
"thought the elephant was in good condition"
] |
According to the passage, which of the following statements is TRUE? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
On the day Apple debuted the often-delayed white-colored iPhone 4, the company's marketing department gave a nod to the product's troubled history.
"Finally." read the big headline Thursday above a picture of the white phone on the homepage of Apple. com.
The white model was supposed to ship alongside the blac... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high15858.txt | On the day Apple debuted the often-delayed white-colored iPhone 4, the company's marketing department gave a nod to the product's troubled history.
"Finally." read the big headline Thursday above a picture of the white phone on the homepage of Apple. com.
The white model was supposed to ship alongside the black one at ... | [
"There are multi-colored models of iPhone 4.",
"The same design problems were also found in older white iPhones.",
"IPhone4 will be launched this fall.",
"Originally designers thought they could solve the problems before iPhone 4 was launched."
] |
What produces the centripetal force to keep the earth orbiting the sun? | null | Answer the following science question clearly and accurately. | What produces the centripetal force to keep the earth orbiting the sun? | gravity | science | null | null | null | weight | heat | motion | gravity | Centripetal force is, simply, the force that causes centripetal acceleration. Objects that move in uniform circular motion all have an acceleration toward the center of the circle and therefore, they must also suffer a force toward the center of the circle. That force is the centripetal force. For orbiting satellites, ... | null | null | null |
What can be inferred from the fact that Liang Kun had to resign his job according to the text? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
We chat with our colleagues all the time when we have lunch, gossip in the tearoom, or leave work together. Sharing your personal life brings you closer to your coworkers and builds trust within your team. But revealing too much about yourself to colleagues, managers or human resources staff can cause difficul... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high5965.txt | We chat with our colleagues all the time when we have lunch, gossip in the tearoom, or leave work together. Sharing your personal life brings you closer to your coworkers and builds trust within your team. But revealing too much about yourself to colleagues, managers or human resources staff can cause difficulties and ... | [
"It was unwise for him to share information with others.",
"He broke the rules made by the company.",
"He was such an honest person that he told the truth.",
"He treated his colleagues as family members."
] |
What's the problem for some species moving up mountains? | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Four decades ago a group of college students visited the mountains of Borneo to examine moth populations. Now a team of British scientists, including a member of the original trip, has returned to the same sites to repeat the survey. They have found that, due to rising temperatures, the insects now live 68 m... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high2881.txt | Four decades ago a group of college students visited the mountains of Borneo to examine moth populations. Now a team of British scientists, including a member of the original trip, has returned to the same sites to repeat the survey. They have found that, due to rising temperatures, the insects now live 68 meters hig... | [
"There'll be too little space.",
"The temperature will be much too low.",
"They will be at greater risk of extinction.",
"They'll find it hard to adapt to the environment."
] |
The best title for this passage would be _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Internet use appears to cause a decline in psychological well-being , according to research at Carnegie Mellon University.
Even people who spent just a few hours a week on the Internet experienced more depression and loneliness than those who logged on less frequently, the two-year study showed. And it wasn't ... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high14651.txt | Internet use appears to cause a decline in psychological well-being , according to research at Carnegie Mellon University.
Even people who spent just a few hours a week on the Internet experienced more depression and loneliness than those who logged on less frequently, the two-year study showed. And it wasn't that peop... | [
"Internet may Cause Depression",
"The Dark Side of Internet",
"How to Use Technology Properly",
"The Importance of Psychological Well-being"
] |
Which of the following words can best describe a manager's image in the author's mind? | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
In prison you spend the majority of your time in an 8*10 cell. At work you spend most of your time in a 6*8 cubicle . In prison you get three meals a day. At work you only get a break for one meal and you have to pay for it. In prison you get time off for good behavior. At work you get rewarded for good behav... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high23532.txt | In prison you spend the majority of your time in an 8*10 cell. At work you spend most of your time in a 6*8 cubicle . In prison you get three meals a day. At work you only get a break for one meal and you have to pay for it. In prison you get time off for good behavior. At work you get rewarded for good behavior with ... | [
"Cruel.",
"Strict.",
"Kind.",
"Serious."
] |
What does the passage mainly tell us? | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
For many men, the idea that they have a better sense of direction than women has been improved by a scientific study.
Researchers from Norway scanned on the brains of volunteers as they completed navigation tasks to discover men are more skillful at finding their way because they use a separate part of their... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high13535.txt | For many men, the idea that they have a better sense of direction than women has been improved by a scientific study.
Researchers from Norway scanned on the brains of volunteers as they completed navigation tasks to discover men are more skillful at finding their way because they use a separate part of their brain. A... | [
"Getting to the destination is no more a difficult thing.",
"Men have a better sense of direction than women.",
"Alzheimer's disease can be prevented effectively.",
"Hippocampus is playing a key role in navigation."
] |
In order to take advantage of smart home technology, people _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
In the near future, all housework will be done without having a robot maid. Smart home technology will allow all sorts of electronics and appliances to be able to communicate with each other and perform various tasks. Whenever someone wants to have a snack, but does not feel like making something, why not hav... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high20821.txt | In the near future, all housework will be done without having a robot maid. Smart home technology will allow all sorts of electronics and appliances to be able to communicate with each other and perform various tasks. Whenever someone wants to have a snack, but does not feel like making something, why not have the ref... | [
"only need ordinary electronics and appliances",
"have to buy consumer products from a special manufacturer",
"have to buy their appliances on the Internet",
"make their electronics and appliances smart first"
] |
To children their fathers are usually very _ . | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Children, especially boys, tend to idealise their fathers when they are young.Every little boy wants to grow up to be just like his father, and every little girl thinks her father is the smartest man on the earth. It's not very easy to be a good father, but it's not that difficult either. Children will truly e... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high12365.txt | Children, especially boys, tend to idealise their fathers when they are young.Every little boy wants to grow up to be just like his father, and every little girl thinks her father is the smartest man on the earth. It's not very easy to be a good father, but it's not that difficult either. Children will truly enjoy spen... | [
"important",
"great",
"serious",
"strong"
] |
Which of the following do you think has been discussed in the part before this selection? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Without proper planning,tourism can cause problems.For example,too many tourists can crowd public places that are also enjoyed by the inhabitants of the country.If tourists create too much traffic,the inhabitants become annoyed and unhappy.They begin to dislike tourists and to treat them impolitely.They forget... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high15744.txt | Without proper planning,tourism can cause problems.For example,too many tourists can crowd public places that are also enjoyed by the inhabitants of the country.If tourists create too much traffic,the inhabitants become annoyed and unhappy.They begin to dislike tourists and to treat them impolitely.They forget how much... | [
"It is extremely important to develop tourism.",
"Building roads and hotels is important.",
"Support facilities are highly necessary.",
"Planning is of great importance to tourism."
] |
Carlos _ . | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Are you looking for something fun? Would you like to help other people in your free time? Then join us and be a volunteer .
We have volunteer jobs for people of all ages. Anyone, between the age of 12 and 80, can become a volunteer.
You can help people in many ways. Nursing homes need volunteers to take care o... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle609.txt | Are you looking for something fun? Would you like to help other people in your free time? Then join us and be a volunteer .
We have volunteer jobs for people of all ages. Anyone, between the age of 12 and 80, can become a volunteer.
You can help people in many ways. Nursing homes need volunteers to take care of old peo... | [
"wants to get something as a volunteer.",
"likes playing computer games.",
"like her work as a volunteer very much.",
"Is helping middle-aged people learn how to use computers."
] |
The anatomy of primate eyes shows they tend to rely more on vision than what sense, which is dominant in many other mammals? | null | Answer the following science question clearly and accurately. | The anatomy of primate eyes shows they tend to rely more on vision than what sense, which is dominant in many other mammals? | smell | science | null | null | null | hearing | taste | touch | smell | Primates usually rely more on the sense of vision rather than the sense of smell, which is the dominant sense in many other mammals. The importance of vision in primates is reflected by the bony socket that surrounds and protects the primate eye. Primates have widely spaced eyes in the same plane that give them stereos... | null | null | null |
What message did Locke express in his first speech in Beijing? | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Gary Locke, 61, who comes from a Chinese background and even looks Chinese, become the new US ambassador to China.
"I can think of nobody who is more qualified than Gary Locke." President Obama said. Locke's new position is clearly a sign that US President is trying to improve relations with China.
When he m... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high23330.txt | Gary Locke, 61, who comes from a Chinese background and even looks Chinese, become the new US ambassador to China.
"I can think of nobody who is more qualified than Gary Locke." President Obama said. Locke's new position is clearly a sign that US President is trying to improve relations with China.
When he made his f... | [
"He is proud of his parents and his grandfather.",
"He will work for both China and the United States.",
"He will represent the US government.",
"He was still not ready for his new job."
] |
What advice does the author give to college students? | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
The question of whether our government should promote science and technology or the liberal arts in higher education isn't an either/or proposition ,although the current emphasis on preparing young Americans for STEM(science,technology,engineering,maths)-related fields can make it seem that way.
The latest co... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high12572.txt | The question of whether our government should promote science and technology or the liberal arts in higher education isn't an either/or proposition ,although the current emphasis on preparing young Americans for STEM(science,technology,engineering,maths)-related fields can make it seem that way.
The latest congression... | [
"Seize opportunities to explore their potential.",
"Try to take a variety of practical courses.",
"Adopt a flexible approach to solving problems.",
"catch asmany chances as possible to change their jobs."
] |
In England, people prefer to eat _ . | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Have you wondered about the amount of time we spend talking about food and been surprised? We are always asking questions such as "Have you ever eaten?" and "What did you have for lunch?"Yet, if you travel from one country to another, you might find that other nations think differently about food. People plan ... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high9649.txt | Have you wondered about the amount of time we spend talking about food and been surprised? We are always asking questions such as "Have you ever eaten?" and "What did you have for lunch?"Yet, if you travel from one country to another, you might find that other nations think differently about food. People plan to think ... | [
"rice",
"potatoes",
"corn",
"bread"
] |
What's the writer's attitude towards the new device? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
What will power your house in the future? According to scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in the US, it might be artificial leaves.
Natural leaves can change sunlight and water into energy. It is known as photosynthesis . Now researchers have found a way to imitate this process.
... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high21843.txt | What will power your house in the future? According to scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in the US, it might be artificial leaves.
Natural leaves can change sunlight and water into energy. It is known as photosynthesis . Now researchers have found a way to imitate this process.
The art... | [
"Negative.",
"Optimistic.",
"Doubtful.",
"Uncertain."
] |
We can guess that the rest of the passage will tell us _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
On December 8, 1980, John Lennon -an English musician who rose to fame as one of the founding members of Liverpool pop band The Beatles - was shot dead outside his New York apartment.
In the 1960s and 70s, Lennon was one of the most iconic men on the planet. Some 30 years ago on from his death, he is still res... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high11761.txt | On December 8, 1980, John Lennon -an English musician who rose to fame as one of the founding members of Liverpool pop band The Beatles - was shot dead outside his New York apartment.
In the 1960s and 70s, Lennon was one of the most iconic men on the planet. Some 30 years ago on from his death, he is still respected by... | [
"why Lennon and his music are still popular with today's young people",
"why Lennon and his music spoil today's generations of young people",
"that today's generations of young people don't like Lennon's songs",
"that today's generations of young people like Lennon's songs better"
] |
A campaign is being launched in Berlin _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Opposition is growing to the Berlin Zoo's plans to find a new home for Knut, the moneymaking celebrity polar bear whose popularity has been exploited by environmentalists and even Canadian tourism promoters.
No longer cute, and just days before his second birthday, Knut will be given a new home that is expecte... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high10059.txt | Opposition is growing to the Berlin Zoo's plans to find a new home for Knut, the moneymaking celebrity polar bear whose popularity has been exploited by environmentalists and even Canadian tourism promoters.
No longer cute, and just days before his second birthday, Knut will be given a new home that is expected to incl... | [
"in order to keep Knut in the zoo",
"by selling Knut-shaped candies",
"to draw tourists to northern Manitoba",
"to warn people of global warming"
] |
Which word can best describe the author's feeling of the adventure? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Last summer I was lucky enough to participate in a volunteer adventure to Kenya, in association with Virgin Atlantic's Be the Change programme and children's charity, Free the Children. The moment I read the e-mail saying that I had been accepted into Free the Children's Virgin Atlantic scholarship trip to Ken... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high10279.txt | Last summer I was lucky enough to participate in a volunteer adventure to Kenya, in association with Virgin Atlantic's Be the Change programme and children's charity, Free the Children. The moment I read the e-mail saying that I had been accepted into Free the Children's Virgin Atlantic scholarship trip to Kenya, I had... | [
"Calm",
"Unexpected",
"Upset",
"Threatened"
] |
What does Chaplin comedy depend on? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
About the year 1900, a dark-haired boy named Charlie Chaplin was often seen waiting outside the back entrances of London theatres. He looked thin and hurry. He was hoping to get work in show business. He could sing and dance, and above all, he knew how to make people laugh. But he couldn't get work and therefo... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high8392.txt | About the year 1900, a dark-haired boy named Charlie Chaplin was often seen waiting outside the back entrances of London theatres. He looked thin and hurry. He was hoping to get work in show business. He could sing and dance, and above all, he knew how to make people laugh. But he couldn't get work and therefore wander... | [
"words and language",
"music and dance",
"story and background",
"action, a kind of the world language"
] |
Which full moon should be called blue moon according to the original definition? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Once in a blue moon, there is one on New Year's Eve. Revelers ringing in 2010 will be treated to a so-called blue moon. According to popular definition, a blue moon is the second full moon in a month. But don't expect it to be blue - the name has nothing to do with the color of our closest celestial neighbor... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high3311.txt | Once in a blue moon, there is one on New Year's Eve. Revelers ringing in 2010 will be treated to a so-called blue moon. According to popular definition, a blue moon is the second full moon in a month. But don't expect it to be blue - the name has nothing to do with the color of our closest celestial neighbor. A full ... | [
"The second full moon in a month with two full moons.",
"The third full moon in a month with three full moons.",
"The second full moon in a season with four full moons.",
"The third full moon in a season with four full moons."
] |
Percius has a collection of marbles. 40% of them are clear. 20% are black, and the remainder are all the other colors. A friend of his asks if he can take five marbles. On average, how many marbles of other colors will his friend end up getting? | 40% of the marbles are of other colors because 100 - 20 - 40 = <<100-20-40=40>>40
The friend will on average get 2 other colored marbles because 5 x .4 = <<5*.4=2>>2
#### 2 | Solve the following math problem and explain your reasoning step by step. | Percius has a collection of marbles. 40% of them are clear. 20% are black, and the remainder are all the other colors. A friend of his asks if he can take five marbles. On average, how many marbles of other colors will his friend end up getting? | 40% of the marbles are of other colors because 100 - 20 - 40 = <<100-20-40=40>>40
The friend will on average get 2 other colored marbles because 5 x .4 = <<5*.4=2>>2
#### 2 | math | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null |
The hardest natural substance, diamond is a form of what element? | null | Answer the following science question clearly and accurately. | The hardest natural substance, diamond is a form of what element? | carbon | science | null | null | null | hydrogen | zirconium | zenon | carbon | Diamond is a form of carbon in which each carbon atom is covalently bonded to four other carbon atoms. This forms a strong, rigid, three-dimensional structure (see Figure below ). Diamond is the hardest natural substance, and no other natural substance can scratch it. This property makes diamonds useful for cutting and... | null | null | null |
The rise in greenhouse gases has what effect on the temperature of earth? | null | Answer the following science question clearly and accurately. | The rise in greenhouse gases has what effect on the temperature of earth? | it increases | science | null | null | null | it drops | no effect | more moderate | it increases | The rise in greenhouse gases due to human actions is too much of a good thing. It increases the greenhouse effect and causes Earth’s average temperature to rise. Rising global temperatures, in turn, are melting polar ice caps and glaciers. Figure below shows how much smaller the Arctic ice cap was in 2012 than it was i... | null | null | null |
What attitude does J.K. Rowling expect her readers to have towards Robert Galbraiths? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Sales of crime novel The Cuckoo's Calling have rocketed since its author Robert Galbraith was unmasked as JK Rowling, according to The Bookseller.
It said 17,662 hardback copies were sold between 14 and 20 July, up from just 43 copies the previous week, according to Nielsen BookScan data. The Cuckoo's Calling ... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high17782.txt | Sales of crime novel The Cuckoo's Calling have rocketed since its author Robert Galbraith was unmasked as JK Rowling, according to The Bookseller.
It said 17,662 hardback copies were sold between 14 and 20 July, up from just 43 copies the previous week, according to Nielsen BookScan data. The Cuckoo's Calling was the w... | [
"Complimentary.",
"Acceptable.",
"Sympathetic.",
"Skeptical."
] |
New land can be created when what happens to a volcano? | null | Answer the following science question clearly and accurately. | New land can be created when what happens to a volcano? | it erupts | science | null | null | null | it stays dormant | it evolves | it dies | it erupts | New land can be created by volcanic eruptions. | null | null | null |
With 3G, you can do the following EXCEPT _ . | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Thirdgeneration mobile phones, known as 3G, are the next big step for the telecom industry. Data speed in 3G networks is much quicker than present technology. This means users can have highspeed Internet access and enjoy video and CDquality music on their phones.
"Mobile data is not a dream; it's not an optio... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high22331.txt | Thirdgeneration mobile phones, known as 3G, are the next big step for the telecom industry. Data speed in 3G networks is much quicker than present technology. This means users can have highspeed Internet access and enjoy video and CDquality music on their phones.
"Mobile data is not a dream; it's not an option but a r... | [
"find your way easily",
"learn what's going on in the world",
"make your computer run faster",
"make facetoface video telephone calls"
] |
The writer mentions the app to show _ . | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
If you could leave a farewell video for your loved ones that they'd see only if you died, would you do it? I think I would.
I read about an app that helps people create a video to be published on a social-networking site only after death. Of course you don't need an app since it's easy to make your own vid... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high12292.txt | If you could leave a farewell video for your loved ones that they'd see only if you died, would you do it? I think I would.
I read about an app that helps people create a video to be published on a social-networking site only after death. Of course you don't need an app since it's easy to make your own video with s... | [
"the app is out of date now",
"smartphones are better tools to make videos",
"it is not convenient to make a video with the app",
"how he was inspired to get the idea of creating a video before death"
] |
Which of the following best describes the author's learning experience? | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
I decided to go back to school in the fall of 2008 after not being happy with my current job and financial status. I obtained my Associate's Degree in May 2002 in Commercial Arts. After graduation, I had trouble obtaining a job in that field. For years, I was going from one job to another feeling unfilled, and... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high5145.txt | I decided to go back to school in the fall of 2008 after not being happy with my current job and financial status. I obtained my Associate's Degree in May 2002 in Commercial Arts. After graduation, I had trouble obtaining a job in that field. For years, I was going from one job to another feeling unfilled, and I was no... | [
"Dull and challenging.",
"Interesting and easy.",
"Interesting and challenging.",
"Dull and easy"
] |
The reason accounting for the hesitation to accept the idea of the Enviropig is _ . | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Farm-raised pigs are dirty, smelly animals that get no respect. They're also an environmental hazard. Their manure contains phosphorus ,which, when it rains, runs off into lakes and rivers, consuming oxygen, killing fish, stimulating algae overgrowth and emitting greenhouse gases.
Doing away with the pig i... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high20560.txt | Farm-raised pigs are dirty, smelly animals that get no respect. They're also an environmental hazard. Their manure contains phosphorus ,which, when it rains, runs off into lakes and rivers, consuming oxygen, killing fish, stimulating algae overgrowth and emitting greenhouse gases.
Doing away with the pig is not an ... | [
"the poor technology",
"the high cost",
"the moral concept",
"the doubt from the public"
] |
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