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What makes Apple's tablets superior to the competing tablets of other companies? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Steve Jobs, Apple's chief executive, made his first public appearance since going on medical leave six weeks ago, taking the stage at a San Francisco media event to introduce the iPad 2, the second generation of the company's tablet computer.
Thin but energetic, Mr. Jobs showed off a thinner iPad. " We've been... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high1162.txt | Steve Jobs, Apple's chief executive, made his first public appearance since going on medical leave six weeks ago, taking the stage at a San Francisco media event to introduce the iPad 2, the second generation of the company's tablet computer.
Thin but energetic, Mr. Jobs showed off a thinner iPad. " We've been working ... | [
"the low price",
"the Android software",
"the full kinds of models",
"the tens of thousands of applications"
] |
Mrs Wilson went home _ . | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
One day Mrs Wilson took Trudy and Ben to go shopping. They went to the supermarket in the new shopping mall . "Why do you buy things here, Mum?" Trudy asked. "Because they are cheaper than those at the corner store," Mrs Wilson said. "Help me check the prices." The Wilsons were not wealthy and Mrs Wilson wa... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle4081.txt | One day Mrs Wilson took Trudy and Ben to go shopping. They went to the supermarket in the new shopping mall . "Why do you buy things here, Mum?" Trudy asked. "Because they are cheaper than those at the corner store," Mrs Wilson said. "Help me check the prices." The Wilsons were not wealthy and Mrs Wilson was always ... | [
"by bus",
"by minibus",
"by taxi",
"on foot"
] |
Which is acceptable according to the passage? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Children are children after all, and most of them speak their mind. When they are just toddlers , they are all lovely and lively. And it's so interesting to watch them speak like a grown-up. But as they grow, these same kids seem annoying and ill-mannered if they try to be a grown-up.
Conflicts go between par... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle3585.txt | Children are children after all, and most of them speak their mind. When they are just toddlers , they are all lovely and lively. And it's so interesting to watch them speak like a grown-up. But as they grow, these same kids seem annoying and ill-mannered if they try to be a grown-up.
Conflicts go between parents and ... | [
"Answering back.",
"Being rude.",
"Using force.",
"Respecting elders."
] |
We can learn that Winter Vinecki's father died _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Most teenagers in the United States spend their time trying to make time for school,family and friends.But some choose bigger goals.
At age 15,Winter Vinecki has already had more successes than most people have in their lifetime."I recently completed a marathon on all seven continents and became the youngest p... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high14176.txt | Most teenagers in the United States spend their time trying to make time for school,family and friends.But some choose bigger goals.
At age 15,Winter Vinecki has already had more successes than most people have in their lifetime."I recently completed a marathon on all seven continents and became the youngest person in ... | [
"about 5 years ago",
"not long ago this year",
"only 10 months ago",
"when she was about 15"
] |
There was some food in _ of the small boxes. | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Mr Smith made many tests with different animals and the monkey was the cleverest of all the animals.
One day Mr Smith put a monkey in a room. He also put some small boxes in it. In one of the boxes there was some food. "How long will it take the monkey to find the food? " Mr Smith said to himself. " Let me w... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high8465.txt | Mr Smith made many tests with different animals and the monkey was the cleverest of all the animals.
One day Mr Smith put a monkey in a room. He also put some small boxes in it. In one of the boxes there was some food. "How long will it take the monkey to find the food? " Mr Smith said to himself. " Let me wait and s... | [
"some",
"none",
"one",
"each"
] |
Scientists study El Nino in order that _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Scientists around the world have been studying the warming of waters in the Pacific Ocean known as El Nino . The appearance of El Nino is known to affect the weather around the world. Scientists still do not completely understand it. Yet they now find they can use it to tell about the future in different area... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high16484.txt | Scientists around the world have been studying the warming of waters in the Pacific Ocean known as El Nino . The appearance of El Nino is known to affect the weather around the world. Scientists still do not completely understand it. Yet they now find they can use it to tell about the future in different areas of the ... | [
"they can provide a kind of early warning to the place that will suffer from drought",
"they can tell why Zimbabwe has little or no rain",
"they can do some research work in this field.",
"they can put all this information into their computers."
] |
At the first half of the match, _ . | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
We have fun with our school life every day. Our school often holds different after-school activities. There was a football match on the school playground yesterday afternoon.
Our class played against Class Two. Every player tried their best as soon as the match began at 4:00 o'clock. The players from the two t... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle3817.txt | We have fun with our school life every day. Our school often holds different after-school activities. There was a football match on the school playground yesterday afternoon.
Our class played against Class Two. Every player tried their best as soon as the match began at 4:00 o'clock. The players from the two teams play... | [
"Class Two got score",
"the writer's team got score",
"the result was 1 to 0",
"there was no score"
] |
Which of the following statements is NOT true? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
American researchers have developed a technique that may become an important tool in fighting AIDS virus from attacking its target-cells in the body's defense system.When AIDS virus enters the blood,it searches for blood cells called T4 lymphocytes .The virus connects to the outside of T4 lymphocytes.Then it f... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high525.txt | American researchers have developed a technique that may become an important tool in fighting AIDS virus from attacking its target-cells in the body's defense system.When AIDS virus enters the blood,it searches for blood cells called T4 lymphocytes .The virus connects to the outside of T4 lymphocytes.Then it forces its... | [
"The new technique has been tested in labs.",
"The new technique is being tested in animals.",
"The new technique may be tested in humans.",
"The new technique is now under clinic test."
] |
A. knowledge of the local language allows international business people _ . | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Successful people in international business understand the cultures of other countries and learn to change their practices in different cultures. They understand the importance of avoiding business decisions based on misconceptions--mistaken ideas.
One cause of misconceptions is ethnocentrism, the belief that ... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high3014.txt | Successful people in international business understand the cultures of other countries and learn to change their practices in different cultures. They understand the importance of avoiding business decisions based on misconceptions--mistaken ideas.
One cause of misconceptions is ethnocentrism, the belief that one's own... | [
"to be more open with their customers",
"to have a better idea of their own culture",
"to express their thoughts indirectly",
"to communicate without outside help"
] |
Which of the following may not contribute to the e-bike's going mainstream? | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Sales of electric bicycles, or e-bikes, a hot item in consumer green tech, are expected to grow by more than 50% in North America during 2013. Actor William Shatner, who is no stranger to futuristic tech, recently purchased two e-bikes for him and his wife.
I've been shopping for an e-bike now for a few weeks... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high23593.txt | Sales of electric bicycles, or e-bikes, a hot item in consumer green tech, are expected to grow by more than 50% in North America during 2013. Actor William Shatner, who is no stranger to futuristic tech, recently purchased two e-bikes for him and his wife.
I've been shopping for an e-bike now for a few weeks, and I'v... | [
"The price for e-bikes has come down greatly.",
"E-bikes are much cheaper to use than gas vehicles.",
"The local motor vehicle laws are not strict enough.",
"Some folding e-bikes are convenient to put into a car."
] |
Jason learned to write and color by holding the pen _ . | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
When Jason's parents saw him for the first time, they were shocked .This lovely little baby with shining blue eyes and curly hair was born disabled . But soon the young couple accepted this fact: Jason's arms are just half without hands and his legs aren't fully grown either. They even forgot to think of him a... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle6012.txt | When Jason's parents saw him for the first time, they were shocked .This lovely little baby with shining blue eyes and curly hair was born disabled . But soon the young couple accepted this fact: Jason's arms are just half without hands and his legs aren't fully grown either. They even forgot to think of him as disable... | [
"between his legs",
"between his arms",
"between his teeth",
"between his hands"
] |
According to the passage, why did the Sochi Winter Olympics cost so much? | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Millions of sports lovers are still thinking about one thing----the Winter Olympics in Sochi Russia. Close to 2900 men and women competed in the 2014 Winter Games about a month ago.
The Olympics brought a lot of attention to Sochi, a city on the Black Sea, which is a popular area for vacation travelers. The ar... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high9125.txt | Millions of sports lovers are still thinking about one thing----the Winter Olympics in Sochi Russia. Close to 2900 men and women competed in the 2014 Winter Games about a month ago.
The Olympics brought a lot of attention to Sochi, a city on the Black Sea, which is a popular area for vacation travelers. The area is kno... | [
"Because it was held at an area popular for vacation travelers.",
"Because the Russian government wanted to make it the best ever held.[:]",
"Because security measures at Sochi were stricter than before.",
"Because the original plan was made 7 years before."
] |
In the advertisement, there was a _ and a _ on the bicycle. | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Tom saw an advertisement in a newspaper for a beautiful bicycle. It cost 55 pounds. So he went to the shop and asked to see one of the wonderful bicycles.
The owner of the shop was harpy to show one to Tom. Tom examined it carefully, and turned to the owner and said, "There isn't a lamp on this bicycle. hut th... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle7954.txt | Tom saw an advertisement in a newspaper for a beautiful bicycle. It cost 55 pounds. So he went to the shop and asked to see one of the wonderful bicycles.
The owner of the shop was harpy to show one to Tom. Tom examined it carefully, and turned to the owner and said, "There isn't a lamp on this bicycle. hut there was o... | [
"lamp; man",
"picture; lamp",
"lamp; girl",
"newspaper; shop owner"
] |
Who once failed to find a job? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Who do you think was the most important woman of the past 100 years?
Jane Addams (1860 - 1935)
Addams helped the poor and worked for peace. She created shelters, education opportunities and services for people in need. In 1931, Addams became the first American woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize.
Rachel Carson ... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high1408.txt | Who do you think was the most important woman of the past 100 years?
Jane Addams (1860 - 1935)
Addams helped the poor and worked for peace. She created shelters, education opportunities and services for people in need. In 1931, Addams became the first American woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize.
Rachel Carson (1907 - 1... | [
"Jane Addams.",
"Sandra Day O'Connor.",
"Rachel Carson.",
"Margaret Thatcher."
] |
As a first time mother, the author _ . | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Education plays a very important role in everybody's life. We go to school because we want to know more about the world around us. The typical classroom used to be the place where teachers and students were working and exploring the wonderful world of knowledge together, but now everything has changed.
The Int... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high21069.txt | Education plays a very important role in everybody's life. We go to school because we want to know more about the world around us. The typical classroom used to be the place where teachers and students were working and exploring the wonderful world of knowledge together, but now everything has changed.
The Internet is ... | [
"stays at home alone",
"keeps in touch with classmates through the Internet",
"keeps going to school",
"searches for information in a traditional library"
] |
The Romans took over the Olympics by _ . | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
The ancient Olympic Games were held in a sacred valley at Olympia at western Greece. The earliest records of the Games go back to 776 B.C.. These contests were held every four years. They were important to the Greeks. When they took place, all wars were stopped. No one dared to break the truce of Olympic.
Crie... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high23037.txt | The ancient Olympic Games were held in a sacred valley at Olympia at western Greece. The earliest records of the Games go back to 776 B.C.. These contests were held every four years. They were important to the Greeks. When they took place, all wars were stopped. No one dared to break the truce of Olympic.
Criers announ... | [
"thinking of new games",
"outrunning the Greeks",
"having better athletes",
"defeating the Greeks in battle"
] |
What is the chief organ of the urinary system? | null | Answer the following science question clearly and accurately. | What is the chief organ of the urinary system? | kidney | science | null | null | null | lung | liver | bladder | kidney | The kidneys are the chief organs of the urinary system. | null | null | null |
Jodi starts off walking 1 mile a day for 6 days a week. On the second week, she walks 2 miles a day, 6 days a week. On the third week, she walks 3 miles a day, 6 days a week. Finally on the fourth week, she walks 4 miles a day, 6 days a week. How many miles has she walked in 4 weeks? | The first week she walked 1 mile, 6 days a week for a total of 1*6 = <<1*6=6>>6 miles
The second week she walked 2 miles, 6 days a week for a total of 2*6 = <<2*6=12>>12 miles
The third week she walked 3 miles, 6 days a week for a total of 3*6 = <<3*6=18>>18 miles
On the fourth week, she walked 4 miles, 6 days a week f... | Solve the following math problem and explain your reasoning step by step. | Jodi starts off walking 1 mile a day for 6 days a week. On the second week, she walks 2 miles a day, 6 days a week. On the third week, she walks 3 miles a day, 6 days a week. Finally on the fourth week, she walks 4 miles a day, 6 days a week. How many miles has she walked in 4 weeks? | The first week she walked 1 mile, 6 days a week for a total of 1*6 = <<1*6=6>>6 miles
The second week she walked 2 miles, 6 days a week for a total of 2*6 = <<2*6=12>>12 miles
The third week she walked 3 miles, 6 days a week for a total of 3*6 = <<3*6=18>>18 miles
On the fourth week, she walked 4 miles, 6 days a week f... | math | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null |
The author wrote the passage to _ . | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
As we all know sewing-machine repair is one of the fastest growing businesses in the world today. Newspapers, women's magazines, high schools and colleges are all encouraging millions of American women to do their own sewing, not only to make their own shirts and sweaters, but also to make nice clothes for th... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high11475.txt | As we all know sewing-machine repair is one of the fastest growing businesses in the world today. Newspapers, women's magazines, high schools and colleges are all encouraging millions of American women to do their own sewing, not only to make their own shirts and sweaters, but also to make nice clothes for their husba... | [
"teach women to repair their sewing machines.",
"explain his or her purpose in writing the book",
"introduce the reasons for doing one's own sewing",
"tell us that sewing-machine repair is a fast-growing business"
] |
Which of the following is the suitable title for the text? | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
James Cleveland Owens was the son of a farmer and the grandson of black slaves:His family moved to Cleveland when he was 9.There,a school teacher asked the youth his name.
"J.C."he replied.
She thought he had said"Jesse",and he had a new name.
Owens ran his first race at age 13.After high school,he... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high16835.txt | James Cleveland Owens was the son of a farmer and the grandson of black slaves:His family moved to Cleveland when he was 9.There,a school teacher asked the youth his name.
"J.C."he replied.
She thought he had said"Jesse",and he had a new name.
Owens ran his first race at age 13.After high school,he went to ... | [
"Jesse Owens,a Great American Athlete",
"Golden Moment,a Life-time Struggle",
"Making a Living as a Sportsman",
"How to Be a Successful Athlete."
] |
By saying "my car doesn't do anything that my brother's Studebaker didn't do", the author means that _ . | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Like many other small boys, I was fascinated by cars, not least because my oldest brother was a bit of a car guy and subscribed to cool magazines like Car and Driver and Motor Trend. Every so often, one of those magazines would run an article on the "Car of the Future". They featured unconventional styling and... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high13980.txt | Like many other small boys, I was fascinated by cars, not least because my oldest brother was a bit of a car guy and subscribed to cool magazines like Car and Driver and Motor Trend. Every so often, one of those magazines would run an article on the "Car of the Future". They featured unconventional styling and things l... | [
"my car is far better than my brother's",
"my car is not as good as my brother's",
"not much has changed in the performance of cars so far",
"much improvement has been made in the design of cars recently"
] |
In the writer's opinion, _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Everybody is afraid of something.That's what more than 1,700 kids told us when we asked them about fears and scary stuff.We gave kids a list of 14 scary things and asked which one frightened them most.Here are the top 5 answers from our survey :1 Scary movies and TV shows;2Scary dreams;3Thunderstorms,hurrican... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high6535.txt | Everybody is afraid of something.That's what more than 1,700 kids told us when we asked them about fears and scary stuff.We gave kids a list of 14 scary things and asked which one frightened them most.Here are the top 5 answers from our survey :1 Scary movies and TV shows;2Scary dreams;3Thunderstorms,hurricanes ;and o... | [
"having a sense of fear is not a bad thing",
"babies have a weak sense of fear",
"fear is not something that we are born with",
"not all people can react to dangerous things"
] |
To further open financial sector, China has taken many measures EXCEPT | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
BEIJING----China will further open its financial sector in "an active and safe" way, the country's central bank vowed on Friday.
"China will gradually broaden the chance for the participation of foreign capital in the domestic financial market," said the People's Bank of China in a report. "We will strengthen ... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high11929.txt | BEIJING----China will further open its financial sector in "an active and safe" way, the country's central bank vowed on Friday.
"China will gradually broaden the chance for the participation of foreign capital in the domestic financial market," said the People's Bank of China in a report. "We will strengthen the conne... | [
"Giving more chances to the participation of foreign capital",
"Strengthening the connections between China and other countries by the leaders' paying visits to each other's countries",
"Broadening the quotas of enterprises and individuals possessing and using foreign currencies",
"Opening its domestic financ... |
According to the passage, it is clear that _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
It is a very common thing for a person to have a good friend. My good friend is Diana. She is a rich and proud girl. She often thinks that she is too good for anyone, so nobody wants to be her friend.
One day after school, I was waiting for Diana when Vivien came up to me. She gave me a biscuit. I accepted it.... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high8427.txt | It is a very common thing for a person to have a good friend. My good friend is Diana. She is a rich and proud girl. She often thinks that she is too good for anyone, so nobody wants to be her friend.
One day after school, I was waiting for Diana when Vivien came up to me. She gave me a biscuit. I accepted it. We talke... | [
"Diana, Vivien and the writer became good friends at last",
"Diana didn't like the sandwich",
"Vivien didn't want to make new friends at all",
"the writer forgot her old friend after she had a new one"
] |
The author noticed Adrian Charter mostly because Adrian Charter _ . | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
I regularly train at a local boxing gym and I'm lucky enough to meet an amazing man, Adrian Charter. Adrian comes to the gym to train, just like me. The difference is, I'm 31 years old, and Adrian is 72!
I watched Adrian as he was training, early on a Sunday morning, and he was hitting the punching bag harder ... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high14267.txt | I regularly train at a local boxing gym and I'm lucky enough to meet an amazing man, Adrian Charter. Adrian comes to the gym to train, just like me. The difference is, I'm 31 years old, and Adrian is 72!
I watched Adrian as he was training, early on a Sunday morning, and he was hitting the punching bag harder and quick... | [
"was a famous former boxer",
"was the oldest in the boxing gym",
"acted faster even than young people",
"didn't want to compete any longer"
] |
The light-sensing cells in the retina are called rods and what else? | null | Answer the following science question clearly and accurately. | The light-sensing cells in the retina are called rods and what else? | cones | science | null | null | null | light cells | sensor cells | stents | cones | The back of the eye is covered by a thin layer called the retina. This is where the image of the object normally forms. The retina consists of special light-sensing cells called rods and cones. Rods sense dim light. Cones sense different colors of light. | null | null | null |
If you are interested in ice-skating, you may find more information in _ . | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Thunderbird Lodge in Canyon de Chelly
A one-night stay at the historic lodge starts at $59 for a single room and the lodge offers half-day tours of Canyon de Chelly ( $41 for adults and $32 for children aged 12 and under).
Time: May 31, 2009 ~ Nov. 1, 2009
Details: Hotel taxes are an additional 17.1 percent
Co... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high15125.txt | Thunderbird Lodge in Canyon de Chelly
A one-night stay at the historic lodge starts at $59 for a single room and the lodge offers half-day tours of Canyon de Chelly ( $41 for adults and $32 for children aged 12 and under).
Time: May 31, 2009 ~ Nov. 1, 2009
Details: Hotel taxes are an additional 17.1 percent
Contact: 80... | [
"tbirdlodge.com and zephyrcove.com",
"montelagovillage.com and tbirdlodge.com",
"zephyrcove.com and travelyellowstone.com",
"travelyellowstone.com and montelagovillage.com"
] |
All living things need air and this to survive? | null | Answer the following science question clearly and accurately. | All living things need air and this to survive? | water | science | null | null | null | ecosystem | stimuli | habitat | water | null | null | null | |
Why did the author give up school in her second year of college? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
In the fall of 1985, I was a bright-eyed girl going to Howard University, aiming at a law career and dreaming of sitting on a Supreme Court bench somewhere. Twenty-one years later I am still a bright-eyed dreamer and one with quite a different story to tell.
My grandma, an amazing woman, graduated from college... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high8119.txt | In the fall of 1985, I was a bright-eyed girl going to Howard University, aiming at a law career and dreaming of sitting on a Supreme Court bench somewhere. Twenty-one years later I am still a bright-eyed dreamer and one with quite a different story to tell.
My grandma, an amazing woman, graduated from college at the a... | [
"She wanted to study by herself.",
"She fell in love and got married.",
"She suffered from a serious illness",
"She decided to look after her grandma."
] |
How did the residents in the VrainSchool Districtrespond to the budget shortage? | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
In communities north of prefix = st1 /Denver, residents are pitching in to help teachers and administrators as the Vrain school District tries to solve a $13.8 million budget shortage blamed on mismanagement . " We're worried about out teachers and principals, and we really don't want to lose them because of t... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high23370.txt | In communities north of prefix = st1 /Denver, residents are pitching in to help teachers and administrators as the Vrain school District tries to solve a $13.8 million budget shortage blamed on mismanagement . " We're worried about out teachers and principals, and we really don't want to lose them because of this," one... | [
"They felt somewhat helpless about it.",
"They accused those responsible for it",
"They pooled their efforts to help solve it.",
"They demanded a thorough investigation"
] |
What's the main idea of the text? | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Movie fans know that their action hero Superman does not really fly.And, in the movie Superman Returns, another visual trick is played on viewers.The man they see flying is not real.He is what is called a virtual actor.The first step in creating this digital actor is to have a real person stand in a room calle... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high13779.txt | Movie fans know that their action hero Superman does not really fly.And, in the movie Superman Returns, another visual trick is played on viewers.The man they see flying is not real.He is what is called a virtual actor.The first step in creating this digital actor is to have a real person stand in a room called a light... | [
"3-D goes from movies to real world.",
"3-D film becomes popular worldwide.",
"3-D teleconferencing system comes into being.",
"3-D games without special glasses becomes true."
] |
When it is 7:00 pm , what may the French do ? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Building up a close relationship with friends in important in all cultures . But different cultures have different ways of socializing .
The Chinese love going to restaurants . Family , friends and co - workers all go out to eat as a way of relaxing . That is why there are so many drunken drivers in China , wh... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle2835.txt | Building up a close relationship with friends in important in all cultures . But different cultures have different ways of socializing .
The Chinese love going to restaurants . Family , friends and co - workers all go out to eat as a way of relaxing . That is why there are so many drunken drivers in China , who could f... | [
"They may go to cafes to buy a newspaper and a cup of coffee .",
"They may host a party by cooking a large meal for a group at home .",
"They may go to cafes for something to eat .",
"They may go to cafes to enjoy a glass of wine ."
] |
Name the type of system that a jellyfish does not have? | null | Answer the following science question clearly and accurately. | Name the type of system that a jellyfish does not have? | circulatory | science | null | null | null | hereditary | nervous | reproductive | circulatory | The half-life of titanium-44 is 60.0 y. A sample of titanium contains 0.600 g of titanium-44. How much remains after 100.0 y?. | null | null | null |
Mari made 4 more than five times as many decorated buttons as Kendra. Sue made half as many as Kendra. Sue made 6 buttons. How many did Mari make? | Kendra made 2*6=<<2*6=12>>12.
Mari made 4+5*12=<<4+5*12=64>>64.
#### 64 | Solve the following math problem and explain your reasoning step by step. | Mari made 4 more than five times as many decorated buttons as Kendra. Sue made half as many as Kendra. Sue made 6 buttons. How many did Mari make? | Kendra made 2*6=<<2*6=12>>12.
Mari made 4+5*12=<<4+5*12=64>>64.
#### 64 | math | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null |
According to the passage, which of the following is TRUE? | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Can you swim? Do you like swimming? Well, how can you learn to swim? I think the best way is to go into the water and learn. I'm afraid you'll never learn to swim just by reading books about Swimming or looking at others swimming. It's the same with the English study. We must practice, practice and practice.
L... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle1204.txt | Can you swim? Do you like swimming? Well, how can you learn to swim? I think the best way is to go into the water and learn. I'm afraid you'll never learn to swim just by reading books about Swimming or looking at others swimming. It's the same with the English study. We must practice, practice and practice.
Listening ... | [
"Listening is very important while speaking is not.",
"The more you speak, the more mistakes you'll make.",
"Listening and speaking are very important for beginners.",
"You can only learn English by listening."
] |
How many years is it since the electronic cigarette was first invented according to the passage? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Since around the later part of the 1950s, society started to realize that tobacco cigarettes caused health problems. As research progressed along with increasing numbers of people that developed lung cancer, emphysema, and other smoking related illnesses, cigarette smoking has become less accepted and popular.... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high10880.txt | Since around the later part of the 1950s, society started to realize that tobacco cigarettes caused health problems. As research progressed along with increasing numbers of people that developed lung cancer, emphysema, and other smoking related illnesses, cigarette smoking has become less accepted and popular. Unfortun... | [
"About 5 years.",
"About 11 years.",
"About15 years.",
"About 20 years."
] |
How many cities are mentioned in this passage? | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
In the early hours of March 8, a Boeing 777 took off from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Its destination was Beijing. But for unknown reasons, it never arrived there.
There were 239 people on the Malaysia Airlines flight, including 154 Chinese. As of March 13, 12 different countries, including Malaysia, China, Vietna... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high6594.txt | In the early hours of March 8, a Boeing 777 took off from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Its destination was Beijing. But for unknown reasons, it never arrived there.
There were 239 people on the Malaysia Airlines flight, including 154 Chinese. As of March 13, 12 different countries, including Malaysia, China, Vietnam and the... | [
"Four cities.",
"five cities.",
"Six cities.",
"Seven cities."
] |
After 12 months into the study, _ . | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Not all think laughter is the best medicine, but it seems to help.So scientists carried on a new study of diabetes patients who were given a good dose of humor for a year to prove it.
Researchers divide 20 high-risk diabetic patients into two groups.Both groups were given standard diabetes medicine.Group L v... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high2299.txt | Not all think laughter is the best medicine, but it seems to help.So scientists carried on a new study of diabetes patients who were given a good dose of humor for a year to prove it.
Researchers divide 20 high-risk diabetic patients into two groups.Both groups were given standard diabetes medicine.Group L viewed 30 ... | [
"C-reactive proteins increase 66 percent in Group C",
"the level of the hormones epinephrine stays the same in both groups",
"the level of the hormones epinephrine has dropped",
"C-reactive proteins reduced 66 percent in Group L"
] |
From what Lord May of Oxford said, we can learn that _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
The teaching of physics in schools is in danger of dying out unless urgent action is taken to deal with a serious lack of teachers, the government is warned today.
The number of students taking physics at A-level has fallen 38% since 1990, according to a research. At the same time the number of mew physics... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high17665.txt | The teaching of physics in schools is in danger of dying out unless urgent action is taken to deal with a serious lack of teachers, the government is warned today.
The number of students taking physics at A-level has fallen 38% since 1990, according to a research. At the same time the number of mew physics teachers... | [
"he worries about the future of science education.",
"the top scientists have not noticed the problem until recently.",
"the UKhas lost the ability to train scientists and engineers",
"biology and math do not face the same problems as physics."
] |
The Leaning Tower of Pisa is _ | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
I often dreamed about Pisa when I was a boy .I read about the famous building called the Leaning Tower of Pisa. But when I read the word Pisa, I was thinking of pizza. I thought this tower was a place to buy pizza. It must be the best place to buy pizza in the world, I thought.
Many years later finally saw the... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle4295.txt | I often dreamed about Pisa when I was a boy .I read about the famous building called the Leaning Tower of Pisa. But when I read the word Pisa, I was thinking of pizza. I thought this tower was a place to buy pizza. It must be the best place to buy pizza in the world, I thought.
Many years later finally saw the Leaning ... | [
"modern",
"falling down",
"600 years old",
"60 years old"
] |
According to the author, people's anxieties about managing money result from their understanding of money as the only source of _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
One day in my class, Maria shared her feelings about money, "Money worries me. I think I want to live without money because I hate it. I HATE MONEY." We were all touched by Maria's words as they reminded us of the spiritual burdens that money managing can bring to us. After class I offered to help Maria deal w... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high24086.txt | One day in my class, Maria shared her feelings about money, "Money worries me. I think I want to live without money because I hate it. I HATE MONEY." We were all touched by Maria's words as they reminded us of the spiritual burdens that money managing can bring to us. After class I offered to help Maria deal with her f... | [
"life",
"values",
"spirit",
"power"
] |
Addilynn went to the grocery store and bought six dozen eggs for use in her house. After two weeks, she used half of the eggs, then accidentally broke 15 of the remaining eggs while moving them to clean the shelves. How many eggs are left on the shelf? | Since a dozen has 12 eggs, the total number of eggs that Addilynn bought is 6 dozen * 12 eggs/dozen = <<6*12=72>>72 eggs.
If she used half of the eggs, the number of eggs left is 72 eggs / 2 = <<72/2=36>>36 eggs.
While moving the eggs to clean the shelves, she broke 15 eggs, leaving 36 eggs - 15 eggs = <<36-15=21>>21 e... | Solve the following math problem and explain your reasoning step by step. | Addilynn went to the grocery store and bought six dozen eggs for use in her house. After two weeks, she used half of the eggs, then accidentally broke 15 of the remaining eggs while moving them to clean the shelves. How many eggs are left on the shelf? | Since a dozen has 12 eggs, the total number of eggs that Addilynn bought is 6 dozen * 12 eggs/dozen = <<6*12=72>>72 eggs.
If she used half of the eggs, the number of eggs left is 72 eggs / 2 = <<72/2=36>>36 eggs.
While moving the eggs to clean the shelves, she broke 15 eggs, leaving 36 eggs - 15 eggs = <<36-15=21>>21 e... | math | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null |
What is the current trend in higher education discussed in the text? | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
When next year's crop of high-school graduates arrive at Oxford University in the fall, they will be joined by a new face: Andrew Hamilton, the 55-year-old provost of Yale, who will become Oxford's vice-chancellor -- a position equal to university president in America.
Hamilton isn't the only educator crossi... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high2105.txt | When next year's crop of high-school graduates arrive at Oxford University in the fall, they will be joined by a new face: Andrew Hamilton, the 55-year-old provost of Yale, who will become Oxford's vice-chancellor -- a position equal to university president in America.
Hamilton isn't the only educator crossing the At... | [
"Institutions worldwide are hiring administrators from the U.S.",
"More international students are being admitted to American universities.",
"University presidents are paying more attention to fund-raising.",
"A lot of activists are being hired as administrators."
] |
What was Tommy's hobby? | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Nancy was new to America. She had an 8-year-old son.
They found a house in New York. They were there for only two months when a neighbor's dog jumped into their yard. The dog ran toward Nancy's son. Nancy put her body in between the dog and her son. The dog stopped when it saw Nancy standing in front of it. Sh... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle4930.txt | Nancy was new to America. She had an 8-year-old son.
They found a house in New York. They were there for only two months when a neighbor's dog jumped into their yard. The dog ran toward Nancy's son. Nancy put her body in between the dog and her son. The dog stopped when it saw Nancy standing in front of it. She was goi... | [
"Keeping dogs.",
"Traveling.",
"Playing badminton.",
"Reading."
] |
Sue borrowed 15 books and 6 movies. She returned 8 books. She then returned a third of the movies to the library and checked out 9 more books. How many movies and books does Sue now have? | Sue has 15-8 = <<15-8=7>>7 books left after returning at the library.
Sue returned 6/3 = <<6/3=2>>2 movies to the library.
Sue had 6-2 = <<6-2=4>>4 movies left.
Sue had 7+9 = <<7+9=16>>16 books after checking out at the library.
Sue has 16+4 = <<16+4=20>>20 movies and books combined.
#### 20 | Solve the following math problem and explain your reasoning step by step. | Sue borrowed 15 books and 6 movies. She returned 8 books. She then returned a third of the movies to the library and checked out 9 more books. How many movies and books does Sue now have? | Sue has 15-8 = <<15-8=7>>7 books left after returning at the library.
Sue returned 6/3 = <<6/3=2>>2 movies to the library.
Sue had 6-2 = <<6-2=4>>4 movies left.
Sue had 7+9 = <<7+9=16>>16 books after checking out at the library.
Sue has 16+4 = <<16+4=20>>20 movies and books combined.
#### 20 | math | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null |
The marsh willow herb is a plant native to the northeastern United States. It grows best in damp habitats. Which of the following environmental changes would most likely cause a decrease in the marsh willow herb population in an area? | null | Answer this science question and explain your reasoning. | The marsh willow herb is a plant native to the northeastern United States. It grows best in damp habitats. Which of the following environmental changes would most likely cause a decrease in the marsh willow herb population in an area?
Choices:
A. a rainstorm lasting several weeks
B. a drought lasting twelve months
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By "I couldn't put my fingers on it", the writer means that_. | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
The end of my sophomore year was approaching.Mom called me at the dorm one evening during the last week of May.My summer break would be spent with grandma and grandpa, helping out around their farm.The arrangement made good sense to all the family.I wasn't fully convinced of that myself but guessed it was just... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high16654.txt | The end of my sophomore year was approaching.Mom called me at the dorm one evening during the last week of May.My summer break would be spent with grandma and grandpa, helping out around their farm.The arrangement made good sense to all the family.I wasn't fully convinced of that myself but guessed it was just one summ... | [
"I could do nothing to help him out of grief",
"I was so busy that I couldn't give a hand to Grandpa",
"I couldn't tell exactly what was different about my Grandpa",
"I stayed busy working and couldn't keep Grandpa's company"
] |
Which of the following can't be carried in the author's pocket? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
I am a person who does not like to wait.I don' t like lines, being put on hold when making a phone call, arriving at an appointment to find that my companion will be delayed and of course, I don * t like waiting rooms.
However, I realize that my agony will not be good for me, as an increasingly, crowded world... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high12340.txt | I am a person who does not like to wait.I don' t like lines, being put on hold when making a phone call, arriving at an appointment to find that my companion will be delayed and of course, I don * t like waiting rooms.
However, I realize that my agony will not be good for me, as an increasingly, crowded world can only... | [
"One Hundred Things Every American Should Know",
"The Poetry of Robert Frost",
"Living Thoughts of Leading Thinkers",
"Homer and Ben Johnson"
] |
Which is true ? _ | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
It was a Saturday in May. When Mrs. Black opened the door and looked out, she smiled and said, "It's a beautiful day." She woke her small son up at eight thirty and said to him, " Get up, Tod. Let's go to the zoo today. Wash your hands and face, brush your teeth and eat your breakfast quickly. We are going to ... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle3105.txt | It was a Saturday in May. When Mrs. Black opened the door and looked out, she smiled and said, "It's a beautiful day." She woke her small son up at eight thirty and said to him, " Get up, Tod. Let's go to the zoo today. Wash your hands and face, brush your teeth and eat your breakfast quickly. We are going to New York ... | [
"The story happened on a April morning",
"The story happened in England",
"They went to the zoo by train",
"Mrs Black woke up her son at night"
] |
The writer lost her best friend because _ . | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
My 10-year-old Donna said, "Mom, I made a new friend at school today. Can she come over tomorrow?" Donna was a shy girl and I wanted her to make some friends _ .
"Sure, honey, that sounds great." I said, thinking back to my own best friend, Lillian. We lived across the street from each other in Washington Heig... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle6800.txt | My 10-year-old Donna said, "Mom, I made a new friend at school today. Can she come over tomorrow?" Donna was a shy girl and I wanted her to make some friends _ .
"Sure, honey, that sounds great." I said, thinking back to my own best friend, Lillian. We lived across the street from each other in Washington Heights, New ... | [
"she moved to New Jersey",
"they were different from each other",
"her best friend moved to Florida",
"her best friend lost her life on a trip"
] |
What do increasing greenhouse gas concentrations in the air do to the earth's temperature? | null | Answer the following science question clearly and accurately. | What do increasing greenhouse gas concentrations in the air do to the earth's temperature? | raise it | science | null | null | null | Pollute | Lower it | stable it | raise it | null | null | null | |
What kind of food should people eat more of? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Life is not easy in senior high school. You've got the pressure of studies and exams.
From time to time, you may feel depressed and frustrated. When depression strikes, you have to take measures to fight it. One of the strangest ways to fight depression is to eat salt, scientists have found.
Salt acts as a nat... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high14504.txt | Life is not easy in senior high school. You've got the pressure of studies and exams.
From time to time, you may feel depressed and frustrated. When depression strikes, you have to take measures to fight it. One of the strangest ways to fight depression is to eat salt, scientists have found.
Salt acts as a natural anti... | [
"Frozen food",
"Fast food",
"Red meat",
"Low-salt food"
] |
In the evening _ first came to the small boy's room. | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
A small boy lived with his mother and grandmother in a big house. His father had died.
A bucket of water fell on the small boy's left foot, and it began hurting a hot. His mother said, "I'm going to put something very hot on your foot tonight. That's always very good. Tomorrow your foot won't hurt any longer."... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle887.txt | A small boy lived with his mother and grandmother in a big house. His father had died.
A bucket of water fell on the small boy's left foot, and it began hurting a hot. His mother said, "I'm going to put something very hot on your foot tonight. That's always very good. Tomorrow your foot won't hurt any longer."
In the e... | [
"his mother",
"his father",
"his grandmother",
"his grandfather"
] |
The accident perhaps happened at _ . | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
A military train carrying soldiers has derailed south of Egypt's capital Cairo, killing at least 19 people and injuring more than 100, officials say.
The train was travelling to an army camp in Cairo when it came off the tracks in the Badrashin area of Giza.
It is not yet known what caused the accident.
Egypt'... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high24052.txt | A military train carrying soldiers has derailed south of Egypt's capital Cairo, killing at least 19 people and injuring more than 100, officials say.
The train was travelling to an army camp in Cairo when it came off the tracks in the Badrashin area of Giza.
It is not yet known what caused the accident.
Egypt's roads a... | [
"1 p.m.",
"2 p.m.",
"6 a.m.",
"1 a.m."
] |
The writer says that modern art contains _ | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Every artist knows in his heart that he is saying something to the public. Not only does he want to say it well, but he wants it to be something that has not been said before. He hopes that the public will listen and understand ----he wants to teach them, and he wants them to learn from him.
What visional arti... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high16290.txt | Every artist knows in his heart that he is saying something to the public. Not only does he want to say it well, but he wants it to be something that has not been said before. He hopes that the public will listen and understand ----he wants to teach them, and he wants them to learn from him.
What visional artists like ... | [
"nothing but meaningless patterns",
"uninteresting aspects of the world",
"subjects chosen partly for their meaning",
"completely meaningless subjects"
] |
What type of waves travel through the body of a planet? | null | Answer the following science question clearly and accurately. | What type of waves travel through the body of a planet? | body waves | science | null | null | null | energy waves | vacuum waves | gas waves | body waves | Body waves travel through the body of a planet. Surface waves travel along the surface. | null | null | null |
Bacteria are responsible for many types of what in humans? | null | Answer the following science question clearly and accurately. | Bacteria are responsible for many types of what in humans? | diseases | science | null | null | null | food | colors | smells | diseases | Bacteria are responsible for many types of diseases in humans. | null | null | null |
His parents _ let him stay long. | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Tom was three years old. He liked to watch TV with his parents after supper, but his parents never let him stay long. Mother would say, "It's eight o'clock now. It's time for you to go to bed, Tom."
"But why don't you go to bed, too?" Tom always asked.
"We are adults ," mother would say, "And adults go to bed... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle3147.txt | Tom was three years old. He liked to watch TV with his parents after supper, but his parents never let him stay long. Mother would say, "It's eight o'clock now. It's time for you to go to bed, Tom."
"But why don't you go to bed, too?" Tom always asked.
"We are adults ," mother would say, "And adults go to bed late."
O... | [
"never",
"sometimes",
"often",
"usually"
] |
Who would be the most helpful to the school now? | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Do you have any skiing equipment you 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 ... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high4272.txt | Do you have any skiing equipment you 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 fro... | [
"People having old skiing equipment.",
"Students in the Zanskar Ski School",
"Locals in Zanskar region",
"Tavellers enjoying skiing"
] |
The author would probably agree that_. | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
School uniforms are becoming more and more popular across the U.S.A. That's no surprise,because they offer many benefits. They immediately end the powerful social sorting and labeling that come from clothing. If all students are dressed in the same way,they will not pay too much attention to their clothing,an... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high1934.txt | School uniforms are becoming more and more popular across the U.S.A. That's no surprise,because they offer many benefits. They immediately end the powerful social sorting and labeling that come from clothing. If all students are dressed in the same way,they will not pay too much attention to their clothing,and some of... | [
"it makes no difference whether to wear school uniforms or not",
"students' individuality may not come from school education",
"students' creativity is related to the clothes they choose",
"school uniforms help to create equality among students"
] |
Which of the following statements is NOT true according to the passage? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Anyone who has worn a cast knows that rebuilding muscle strength once the cast is removed can be difficult. Now researchers at the Ohio Musculoskeletal and Neurological Institute (OMNI) at Ohio University have found that the mind is _ in maintaining muscle strength following a long period of not moving and t... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high11039.txt | Anyone who has worn a cast knows that rebuilding muscle strength once the cast is removed can be difficult. Now researchers at the Ohio Musculoskeletal and Neurological Institute (OMNI) at Ohio University have found that the mind is _ in maintaining muscle strength following a long period of not moving and that menta... | [
"Scientists have partly understood the nervous system.",
"Whoever has worn a cast for long may have difficulty in muscle recovery.",
"Scientists have already spent a lot of time in studying skeletal muscle.",
"The number of the subjects in the experiment was 29 in all."
] |
Which of the following states had wildfires within its borders? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Climate change will increase U.S wildfires, and the smoky air will cause terrible problems in areas far beyond those burned, reports an environmental group Thursday.
Two-thirds of Americans, or nearly 212 million, lived in states suffering from wildfire smoke three years ago, according to the report by th... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high17653.txt | Climate change will increase U.S wildfires, and the smoky air will cause terrible problems in areas far beyond those burned, reports an environmental group Thursday.
Two-thirds of Americans, or nearly 212 million, lived in states suffering from wildfire smoke three years ago, according to the report by the Natural... | [
"Texas",
"Kansas.",
"Ohio",
"California."
] |
Which of the following statements is TRUE according to this passage? | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
The Eiffel Tower was built in 1889, in memory of the 100th birthday of the French Revolution. The Prince of Wales, later King Edward VII of England, opened the tower. Of the 700 suggestions that were handed in, Gustave Eiffel's was chosen.
However, at first, it was not well accepted by all and a group of peopl... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high2659.txt | The Eiffel Tower was built in 1889, in memory of the 100th birthday of the French Revolution. The Prince of Wales, later King Edward VII of England, opened the tower. Of the 700 suggestions that were handed in, Gustave Eiffel's was chosen.
However, at first, it was not well accepted by all and a group of people -- incl... | [
"Many people couldn't accept the Eiffel Tower at the beginning.",
"It was the world's tallest building for hundreds of years.",
"A journalist rode down from the Eiffel Tower in 1954.",
"The Eiffel Tower was saved because of its height."
] |
The purpose of the passage is to _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Most people agree that it's important to have a sense of humor. Having the ability to laugh can help one overcome anxiety, and make better decisions in difficult situations. People with a well-developed sense of humor appear to be happier, and some are healthier as well. This suggests that having a sense of hu... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high4570.txt | Most people agree that it's important to have a sense of humor. Having the ability to laugh can help one overcome anxiety, and make better decisions in difficult situations. People with a well-developed sense of humor appear to be happier, and some are healthier as well. This suggests that having a sense of humor is go... | [
"explain what influences a person's sense of humor",
"tell readers the importance of being healthy",
"explain how to make better decisions",
"tell readers how to understand jokes"
] |
Why does the author take China as an example in Para.4? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
From our smartphones to our latest weaponry, the technology that underpins modern life would be impossible without rare earth metals. The importance of rare earths has only grown as emerging markets increase their demand for technologies made with it, as does the renewable energy industry.
The 17 metallic el... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high9588.txt | From our smartphones to our latest weaponry, the technology that underpins modern life would be impossible without rare earth metals. The importance of rare earths has only grown as emerging markets increase their demand for technologies made with it, as does the renewable energy industry.
The 17 metallic elements ar... | [
"To tell the wide use of rare earth in China.",
"To prove the side effects of rare earth mining.",
"To warn people of the possible damage.",
"To teach other countries a lesson to follow."
] |
Which of the following statement is TRUE? | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Don't you think your schoolbag is too heavy to bear? The e-schoolbag will free you from the weight.
It is said that e-schoolbags are going to be brought into use in Chinese middle schools soon. An experiment with several hundred e-schoolbags will begin in seven cities: Beijing, Shanghai, Dalian, Shenzhen, Chon... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high15457.txt | Don't you think your schoolbag is too heavy to bear? The e-schoolbag will free you from the weight.
It is said that e-schoolbags are going to be brought into use in Chinese middle schools soon. An experiment with several hundred e-schoolbags will begin in seven cities: Beijing, Shanghai, Dalian, Shenzhen, Chongqing, Ta... | [
"All the students in China will be required to use this new schoolbag soon.",
"All the people think highly of e-textbooks.",
"E-notebooks are very convenient to students.",
"We will not make notes because the e-notebook can make all by itself."
] |
As a matter of fact, _ . | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
The dream of flying into outer space, cherished by the Chinese people for centuries, will soon come true.
China launched its fourth unmanned spacecraft "Shenzhou IV" on December 30 at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Centre in Gansu Province. It was the 27th consecutive( )and successful launch of China - made roc... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high1700.txt | The dream of flying into outer space, cherished by the Chinese people for centuries, will soon come true.
China launched its fourth unmanned spacecraft "Shenzhou IV" on December 30 at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Centre in Gansu Province. It was the 27th consecutive( )and successful launch of China - made rockets sinc... | [
"\"Shenzhou V \"has been launched",
"\"Shenzhou IV\" was a manned spacecraft",
"\"Shenzhou III \"and\" Shenzhou IV\" were not launched in the same year",
"the dream of man flying into outer space has come true in China"
] |
Where does Bruce live? | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Bruce is an English boy. Now he lives in a big house in Beijing with his parents, but he can't speak Chinese, he can only speak English. He likes swimming very much, and his house is near a river. He often goes to swim with his friends in the river. There are three people in his family. His father is a bank cl... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle4661.txt | Bruce is an English boy. Now he lives in a big house in Beijing with his parents, but he can't speak Chinese, he can only speak English. He likes swimming very much, and his house is near a river. He often goes to swim with his friends in the river. There are three people in his family. His father is a bank clerk, his ... | [
"He lives in a hotel.",
"He lives in a school.",
"He lives in a bank.",
"He lives in a big house."
] |
Where is the passage most likely to be taken from? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Parents often think that time spent with their kids will gradually decrease in adolescence. But a new study suggests that while teens try to avoid spending a lot of time together with their parents, private parent-child meetings may actually increase in their early adolescent years. And that may raise a teenag... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high13692.txt | Parents often think that time spent with their kids will gradually decrease in adolescence. But a new study suggests that while teens try to avoid spending a lot of time together with their parents, private parent-child meetings may actually increase in their early adolescent years. And that may raise a teenager's self... | [
"Science magazine.",
"A news report.",
"A research plan.",
"An advertisement."
] |
Why did James Joyce stay abroad almost all his life? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
James Joyce was an Irish novelist who revolutionized the methods of depicting characters and developing a plot in modern fiction. his astonishing way of constructing a novel, his frank portrayal(, )of human nature in his books, and his complete command of English have made him one of the outstanding influences... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high10634.txt | James Joyce was an Irish novelist who revolutionized the methods of depicting characters and developing a plot in modern fiction. his astonishing way of constructing a novel, his frank portrayal(, )of human nature in his books, and his complete command of English have made him one of the outstanding influences on liter... | [
"Because he wanted to live in poverty and obscurity.",
"Because he wanted to write the people and places he knew best.",
"Because he wanted to escape from all temptations to become involved in popular opinion or public life.",
"Because he wanted to preserve his ideal of writing truthfully, fully and objective... |
What would be the best title for the passage? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
The scene in the Hollywood movie The Day After Tomorrow, when global warming could soon turn the global climate into a new ice age, may never occur, according to a new research.
The next ice age could be 15,000 years away, say European scientists who last month announced a continuous record of 740,000 years of... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high8189.txt | The scene in the Hollywood movie The Day After Tomorrow, when global warming could soon turn the global climate into a new ice age, may never occur, according to a new research.
The next ice age could be 15,000 years away, say European scientists who last month announced a continuous record of 740,000 years of climate ... | [
"Research over the Antarctic area.",
"Warm period to last about 15, 000 years.",
"Report on the eight ice ages in the past.",
"Hollywood movies and the global climate."
] |
What was the probable cause of Henry Watson's death? | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
When someone who is in good health dies suddenly ,there is usually an inquest .A coroner will do it.His job is to find out exactly how a person died.
If there is nothing suspicious about the death,he will decide that the person died from
natural causes or an accident.if, however ,he is suspicious,he may decide... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle5114.txt | When someone who is in good health dies suddenly ,there is usually an inquest .A coroner will do it.His job is to find out exactly how a person died.
If there is nothing suspicious about the death,he will decide that the person died from
natural causes or an accident.if, however ,he is suspicious,he may decide that the... | [
"Eating the food that went bad.",
"Getting too old.",
"Having a serious heart attack.",
"Being murdered by his cook."
] |
Mr Baker went to the sea _ . | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Mr Baker worked in a big factory. He was busy all the time and had little time to rest. One summer, he decided to go to the sea to spend his holidays.
One afternoon, it was very hot. Mr Baker came into a restaurant, sat at a table and wanted to drink. Just then, an old man came up to him and said, "How do you ... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle3703.txt | Mr Baker worked in a big factory. He was busy all the time and had little time to rest. One summer, he decided to go to the sea to spend his holidays.
One afternoon, it was very hot. Mr Baker came into a restaurant, sat at a table and wanted to drink. Just then, an old man came up to him and said, "How do you do, sir?"... | [
"to swim",
"to have a rest",
"to drink something",
"to make a bet"
] |
A good course of science is _ . | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Governors, lawyers and business leaders have to deal with scientists, and every educated person finds his views affected by science. Yet our science teaching of non-scientists, in school and college, has built up mistaken ideas, dislikes, and the common boast, "I never did understand science.' Even those stude... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high6694.txt | Governors, lawyers and business leaders have to deal with scientists, and every educated person finds his views affected by science. Yet our science teaching of non-scientists, in school and college, has built up mistaken ideas, dislikes, and the common boast, "I never did understand science.' Even those students who a... | [
"to teach students to do things according to formulas",
"to provide students with all kinds of information",
"to help students have a good understanding and form a correct attitude to science",
"to encourage students to have a good command of knowledge"
] |
What is the stored food in a seed called? | null | Answer the following science question clearly and accurately. | What is the stored food in a seed called? | endosperm | science | null | null | null | larval | pollin | membrane | endosperm | The stored food in a seed is called endosperm . It nourishes the embryo until it can start making food on its own. | null | null | null |
Who runs faster? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
A young man is sitting by the road eating something. A policeman is coming over. At once ,the man gets up quickly and runs down the road. The policeman runs after him. The man runs very fast. But the policeman runs faster. After a few minutes, the policeman catches him. 'Where are you going?' says the policema... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle7452.txt | A young man is sitting by the road eating something. A policeman is coming over. At once ,the man gets up quickly and runs down the road. The policeman runs after him. The man runs very fast. But the policeman runs faster. After a few minutes, the policeman catches him. 'Where are you going?' says the policeman. 'You m... | [
"The young runs faster than the policeman.",
"The policeman runs faster than the young man.",
"The doctor runs faster than the young man.",
"No one runs faster than the young man."
] |
From the passage, we can learn that left-handers _ . | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Are You Right Handed or Left Handed?
Which hand do you use when write? About 8 to 15 percent of people are left handed. They often have to use tools that are designed for right-handed people. So it is difficult for left-handers to use most tools. If you are right handed, try this experiment: Take a knife with ... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle7346.txt | Are You Right Handed or Left Handed?
Which hand do you use when write? About 8 to 15 percent of people are left handed. They often have to use tools that are designed for right-handed people. So it is difficult for left-handers to use most tools. If you are right handed, try this experiment: Take a knife with your left... | [
"may be more talkative and outgoing",
"are ordinary people like right-handers",
"might remember everyday things better",
"no longer need to use right-handed tools"
] |
Judging from the text,Lewis and Clark were most probably _ . | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Grey clouds move as low as smoke over the treetops at Lolo Pass. The ground is white. The day is June 10.It has been snowing for the past four days in the Bitterroot Mountains.Wayne Fairchild is getting worried about our trek over the Lolo Trail-95 miles from Lolo Montana to Weippe in Idaho, across the roughes... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high15022.txt | Grey clouds move as low as smoke over the treetops at Lolo Pass. The ground is white. The day is June 10.It has been snowing for the past four days in the Bitterroot Mountains.Wayne Fairchild is getting worried about our trek over the Lolo Trail-95 miles from Lolo Montana to Weippe in Idaho, across the roughest country... | [
"two native Indians",
"explorers of the early 19th century",
"merchants who did business with the Indians",
"travelers whose curiosity took them over the Lolo Pass"
] |
Joy is winding balls of yarn for her cat to play with. The first ball is half the size of the second ball. The third ball is three times as large as the first ball. She used 27 feet of yarn for the third ball. How many feet of yarn did she use for the second ball? | The first ball is a third of the size of the third ball, so it used 27 / 3 = <<27/3=9>>9 feet of yarn.
The second ball is twice the size of the first ball, so she used 9 * 2 = <<9*2=18>>18 feet of yarn.
#### 18 | Solve the following math problem and explain your reasoning step by step. | Joy is winding balls of yarn for her cat to play with. The first ball is half the size of the second ball. The third ball is three times as large as the first ball. She used 27 feet of yarn for the third ball. How many feet of yarn did she use for the second ball? | The first ball is a third of the size of the third ball, so it used 27 / 3 = <<27/3=9>>9 feet of yarn.
The second ball is twice the size of the first ball, so she used 9 * 2 = <<9*2=18>>18 feet of yarn.
#### 18 | math | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null |
Why does the author think well of the conventions he attended? | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
There are many people who could be Olympic Champions. I'd estimate five million people could have beaten me in the pole-vault on the years when I won it, at least five million. Men were stronger, bigger, and faster than I could have done it, but they never picked up a pole, never made the efforts to vault t... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high14418.txt | There are many people who could be Olympic Champions. I'd estimate five million people could have beaten me in the pole-vault on the years when I won it, at least five million. Men were stronger, bigger, and faster than I could have done it, but they never picked up a pole, never made the efforts to vault their legs... | [
"Because many great people also attended them.",
"Because they were supported by many great businessmen.",
"Because he learned to share his greatness with others.",
"Because great people were willing to share."
] |
Alkynes are what type of compound? | null | Answer the following science question clearly and accurately. | Alkynes are what type of compound? | unsaturated hydrocarbons | science | null | null | null | Split Hydrocarbons | reversible hydrocarbons | proteins hydrocarbons | unsaturated hydrocarbons | Unsaturated hydrocarbons that contain one or more triple bonds are called alkynes . The names of specific alkynes always end in –yne and have a prefix for the number of carbon atoms. The structural formula in the Figure below represents the smallest alkyne, named ethyne, which has two carbon atoms and two hydrogen atom... | null | null | null |
The writer turned off the tape-recorder because _ . | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Once I invited a group of friends round to my house, telling them that I was going to record their speech. I said I was interested in their regional accents, and that it would take only a few minutes. Thus, on one evening, three people turned up at my house and were shown into my front room. When they saw the ... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high7087.txt | Once I invited a group of friends round to my house, telling them that I was going to record their speech. I said I was interested in their regional accents, and that it would take only a few minutes. Thus, on one evening, three people turned up at my house and were shown into my front room. When they saw the room they... | [
"he had to answer a phone call",
"he wanted his friends to enjoy some drinks",
"he thought the tape-recorder might bother his friends",
"he wanted to make his friends believe he had finished the recording"
] |
What can we know from Dr. Howard Weiss' words? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
There is a discovery that students who rely on working at night to improve their grades might want to sleep on that strategy: a new survey in the US says those who never study all night have slightly higher grades than those who do.
A survey of 120 students at St. Lawrence University found that students who h... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high21367.txt | There is a discovery that students who rely on working at night to improve their grades might want to sleep on that strategy: a new survey in the US says those who never study all night have slightly higher grades than those who do.
A survey of 120 students at St. Lawrence University found that students who have never... | [
"Thacher's study is not convincing enough.",
"He believes in Thacher's study.",
"Thacher's study makes no sense.",
"Thacher should take exceptions into consideration."
] |
The first and last scenic spots he visited in Xi'an are _ . | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
14 days from just PS2,090 pp
Fully inclusive from the UK
Price covers, international airfares, departure taxes, fuel charge, local transportation all meals, entrance fees, guides, daily tours and visas for UK citizens.
* Days 1-3: UK-Shanghai
Fly to the great city of shanghai and in the evening _ traditional s... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high14763.txt | 14 days from just PS2,090 pp
Fully inclusive from the UK
Price covers, international airfares, departure taxes, fuel charge, local transportation all meals, entrance fees, guides, daily tours and visas for UK citizens.
* Days 1-3: UK-Shanghai
Fly to the great city of shanghai and in the evening _ traditional shanghai f... | [
"the Terracotta Warriors and Shanxi Provincial Museum",
"the Terracotta Warriors and the Great Mosque",
"little wild goose Pagoda and Great Mosque",
"Little wild goose Pagoda and the Muslim Quarter"
] |
What is the photosynthesis factory of the plant? | null | Answer the following science question clearly and accurately. | What is the photosynthesis factory of the plant? | chloroplast | science | null | null | null | genome | pistil | stamen | chloroplast | The chloroplast is the photosynthesis factory of the plant. | null | null | null |
From the passage we can infer that _ . | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
It's a goal for millions and millions of families every year to keep the Christmas spending within a certain amount of money, but you can still afford the gifts because your loved ones will
enjoy them. This concern is becoming greater and greater theses days. Even so, there are several things that you can do... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle6586.txt | It's a goal for millions and millions of families every year to keep the Christmas spending within a certain amount of money, but you can still afford the gifts because your loved ones will
enjoy them. This concern is becoming greater and greater theses days. Even so, there are several things that you can do to help.... | [
"people are surely able to get a good deal on Friday",
"it is possible for people to buy the perfect Christmas gifts with less money",
"retailers will be hungry because they are busy selling Christmas gifts",
"with traditional Christmas shopping, people can't buy the perfect gifts"
] |
Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Once upon a time, two brothers who lived on neighboring farms fell into conflict . It was the first serious one between them in 40 years of farming peacefully side by side. In the end, they fell apart.
One morning, a man with a carpenter's toolbox came for some work. The elder brother said, "I just have a jo... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high13078.txt | Once upon a time, two brothers who lived on neighboring farms fell into conflict . It was the first serious one between them in 40 years of farming peacefully side by side. In the end, they fell apart.
One morning, a man with a carpenter's toolbox came for some work. The elder brother said, "I just have a job for you... | [
"The elder brother used his bulldozer to dig a creek.",
"The elder brother helped the carpenter build the bridge.",
"The brothers were both satisfied with the carpenter's work.",
"The carpenter planned to build an 8foothigh fence as asked to."
] |
I wished to get out of the house because _ | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
My parents were in a huge argument, and I was really upset about it. I didn't know who I should talk with about how I was feeling. So I asked Mom to allow me to stay the night at my best friend's house. Though I knew I wouldn't tell her about my parents' situation, I was looking forward to getting out of the h... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high3904.txt | My parents were in a huge argument, and I was really upset about it. I didn't know who I should talk with about how I was feeling. So I asked Mom to allow me to stay the night at my best friend's house. Though I knew I wouldn't tell her about my parents' situation, I was looking forward to getting out of the house. I w... | [
"I was angry about my parents' quarrel",
"I found nobody to share my feelings with",
"I wanted to escape from the dark house",
"I planned to tell my friend about my trouble"
] |
The study lasted for more than _ . | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Older women who regularly drink green tea may have slightly lower risks of stomach and throat cancers than women who don't, according to a Canadian study that followed thousands of Chinese women over a decade.
For the study, researchers used data from a long-running health study of over 69,000 middle-... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high22446.txt | Older women who regularly drink green tea may have slightly lower risks of stomach and throat cancers than women who don't, according to a Canadian study that followed thousands of Chinese women over a decade.
For the study, researchers used data from a long-running health study of over 69,000 middle-aged and ... | [
"three years",
"five years",
"eight years",
"ten years"
] |
Over 1,000 students and parents visited the school because _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Will Nanfang University of Science and Technology in Shenzhen announce a new beginning for China's higher education reform? It's too early to answer. But its presence is challenging the Ministry of Education. Even without the approval of the ministry it seems that the school is determined to move forward and e... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high9280.txt | Will Nanfang University of Science and Technology in Shenzhen announce a new beginning for China's higher education reform? It's too early to answer. But its presence is challenging the Ministry of Education. Even without the approval of the ministry it seems that the school is determined to move forward and enroll 50 ... | [
"they believe that the school will have a bright future",
"they believe the government is sure to approve the school",
"the school models itself on Hong Kong University successfully",
"they will never do graduate studies at other higher learning institutions"
] |
What probably made the EU think of the idea? | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
A NEW weapon is on the way in the fight against smoking in Europe. Soon when smokers buy cigarettes they might see a shocking photo of a blackened lung or a cancer patient staring back at them from the packet . Some boys may think of smoking as cool and sexy. Their friends won't agree when they see their pack... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high21046.txt | A NEW weapon is on the way in the fight against smoking in Europe. Soon when smokers buy cigarettes they might see a shocking photo of a blackened lung or a cancer patient staring back at them from the packet . Some boys may think of smoking as cool and sexy. Their friends won't agree when they see their packets of ci... | [
"A country`s success in this aspect",
"People`s fear of disease and death",
"The youth`s fear of losing beauty",
"The increasing seriousness of smoking"
] |
It can be learned from the text that _ . | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
(Reuters)--- A Michigan man credited his dog with saving his life by chewing off his diseased big toe as he lay passed out in a drunken stupor
Jerry Douthett, 48, who woke up on a Saturday night in late July in his Rockford, Michigan home to find his Jack Russell Terrier, Kiko, had _ his right big toe.
"The d... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high12449.txt | (Reuters)--- A Michigan man credited his dog with saving his life by chewing off his diseased big toe as he lay passed out in a drunken stupor
Jerry Douthett, 48, who woke up on a Saturday night in late July in his Rockford, Michigan home to find his Jack Russell Terrier, Kiko, had _ his right big toe.
"The dog always... | [
"Douthett's wife was a doctor",
"Douthett's wife felt something about his disease",
"Douthett never got that drunk",
"Douthett had seen a doctor for his disease"
] |
Jane picked 64 apples at the orchard. She sorted them into 4 different baskets to send to her friends. When Jane wasn't looking her sister took 3 apples from each of the baskets. How many apples are in each basket now? | Before her sister took some there were 64/4=<<64/4=16>>16 apples in each basket
After her sister took some each pile had 16-3=<<16-3=13>>13 apples in each basket
#### 13 | Solve the following math problem and explain your reasoning step by step. | Jane picked 64 apples at the orchard. She sorted them into 4 different baskets to send to her friends. When Jane wasn't looking her sister took 3 apples from each of the baskets. How many apples are in each basket now? | Before her sister took some there were 64/4=<<64/4=16>>16 apples in each basket
After her sister took some each pile had 16-3=<<16-3=13>>13 apples in each basket
#### 13 | math | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null |
The writer thinks that how a person dresses _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
These days, I'm surprised at what my classmates have changed since school started. It's not just the new teachers, new buildings, or new rules. I also notice how people are dressing differently. Dressing is not just a choice to keep warm. It's also a healthy personal choice in so many ways.
Dress rules: Many s... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle3374.txt | These days, I'm surprised at what my classmates have changed since school started. It's not just the new teachers, new buildings, or new rules. I also notice how people are dressing differently. Dressing is not just a choice to keep warm. It's also a healthy personal choice in so many ways.
Dress rules: Many schools ha... | [
"isn't just a choice to keep warm",
"can't express his or her mind",
"is giving people the wrong idea",
"can't get other people's attention"
] |
The passage is mainly about _ . | D | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Reading for pleasure is the easiest way to become a better reader in English. It is also the most important way.
Some students say they don't want to read for pleasure. They say they want to use their time to learn the rules of the language and new words. They say that pleasure reading is too busy.
Many exper... | Answer: D | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle6260.txt | Reading for pleasure is the easiest way to become a better reader in English. It is also the most important way.
Some students say they don't want to read for pleasure. They say they want to use their time to learn the rules of the language and new words. They say that pleasure reading is too busy.
Many experts say pl... | [
"pleasure reading in a different way",
"pleasure reading in the same way",
"pleasure reading in an easy way",
"pleasure reading in an important way"
] |
Did the pilots make any distress calls before the plane went missing? | B | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
In the past month,we've been holding our breath for news about a Boeing 777 plane,MH 370.
It took off from Kuala Lumpur ,Malaysia.On March 8.It was heading to Beijing.But about two hours into the flight, the plane went missing.
There were 239 people on the flight,including 154 Chinese.
A total of 12 countries ... | Answer: B | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle2921.txt | In the past month,we've been holding our breath for news about a Boeing 777 plane,MH 370.
It took off from Kuala Lumpur ,Malaysia.On March 8.It was heading to Beijing.But about two hours into the flight, the plane went missing.
There were 239 people on the flight,including 154 Chinese.
A total of 12 countries including... | [
"Yes,they did.",
"No,they didn't.",
"We don't know.",
"Maybe"
] |
When they got to the supermarket, Mark went in _ . | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
When my son, Mark, was in the third grade, he saved all his pocket money for over three months to buy holiday presents. The third Saturday in December Mark said he had made his list and had twenty dollars in his pocket.
I drove him to a nearby supermarket. Mark picked up a hand basket and went in while I waite... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle8235.txt | When my son, Mark, was in the third grade, he saved all his pocket money for over three months to buy holiday presents. The third Saturday in December Mark said he had made his list and had twenty dollars in his pocket.
I drove him to a nearby supermarket. Mark picked up a hand basket and went in while I waited and wat... | [
"by himself",
"with the writer",
"with the woman",
"with his friends"
] |
Now, _ is very popular. | A | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
China is very famous for its food in the world. There are many kinds of food in China. They're Cantonese food, Sichuan food, Shanghai food, Hunan food and so on. And I like Sichuan food best.
Now, Sichuan food is very popular. There are many Sichuan food restaurants all over the country. Sichuan food is very... | Answer: A | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle766.txt | China is very famous for its food in the world. There are many kinds of food in China. They're Cantonese food, Sichuan food, Shanghai food, Hunan food and so on. And I like Sichuan food best.
Now, Sichuan food is very popular. There are many Sichuan food restaurants all over the country. Sichuan food is very hot , bu... | [
"Sichuan food",
"Cantonese food",
"sweet food",
"Shanghai food"
] |
The letter is NOT about _ . | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Dear David,
How are you? I'm fine. I'm in London , at a school of English. I'm in Class Seven. It has eight students. They are from different countries ----Spain, Japan , Argentina, Switzerland and Thailand. Our teacher's name is Henry Briscall. He's very nice. He's a good teacher.
I live with an English fami... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | middle4337.txt | Dear David,
How are you? I'm fine. I'm in London , at a school of English. I'm in Class Seven. It has eight students. They are from different countries ----Spain, Japan , Argentina, Switzerland and Thailand. Our teacher's name is Henry Briscall. He's very nice. He's a good teacher.
I live with an English family, Mr. a... | [
"the writer's classmates",
"the writer's teacher",
"the writer's dinner",
"London"
] |
The British and Americans both use _ | C | Read the passage and answer the question. | Passage:
Do you think Great Britain and the United States are alike? Winston Churchill once joked that the people of Britain and the people of America are separated only by their language. Do you think that is true? The British and the Americans both speak English as the official language. However, each uses some dif... | Answer: C | reading | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | high8651.txt | Do you think Great Britain and the United States are alike? Winston Churchill once joked that the people of Britain and the people of America are separated only by their language. Do you think that is true? The British and the Americans both speak English as the official language. However, each uses some different wo... | [
"miles and dollars",
"pints and pence",
"gallons and feet",
"yards and cents"
] |
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