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grammar

1.

A: ___________ be back?

B: He didn't say anything, but I think he'll be here by five.

(a) Do you know when will he (b) Do you know when he will

(c) When do you know will he (d) When do you know he will be

2.

A: This bottle won't open

B: The best way is ___________.

(a) to put it in hot water first (b) to put first it in hot water

(c) first put it in hot water (d) put it first in hot water

3.

A: Is Paul staying for lunch?

B: Yes, I think he ___________.

(a) is (b) did (c) does (d) has

4.

Tom ___________ away every weekend.

(a) goes (b) went (c) is going (d) has gone

5.

After the country was physically divided between North and South, political divisions began ___________.

(a) hardened (b) garden (c) hardening (d) of gardening

6.

My brother hasn't wanted to drive since he ___________ his car.

(a) has crashed (b) had crashed (c) crashes (d) crashed

7.

(a) A: Would you like some cookies? I made them myself.

(b) B: They really look delicious, but I'm on a diet.

(c) A: Come on. I don't think you need to lose weight.

(d) B: Yew, I do. I've put on a little pounds this fall.

8.

(a) A: How's your new job?

(b) B: It's very stressful.

(c) A: What the main cause is?

(d) B: The boss is a bully.

9.

(a) A new center focusing on children's issues has been launched. (b) The new center will work alongside with policy makers to bring about significant improvements in children's lives. (c) It will conduct research and offer teaching, consultancy and policy advice in the areas of child welfare and child protection. (d) It will make important contributions for positive outcome for young people.

10.

(a) Nine out of ten female zebra finches prefer males with the reddest beaks according to new research findings. (b) But the attraction is more than skip deep. (d) Not only these males are more attractive, they are also healthier. (d) The study set out to discover why the more colourful males had the most luck attracting a mate.

vocabulary

1.

A: Can you give me the money back today?

B: Sorry, I can't. When I receive my paycheck tomorrow, I'll ___________ it to you.

(a) save (b) return (c) lend (d) charge

2.

A: Who are you going to vote for?

B: Mr. Brown, he's ___________ to deliver large tax cuts.

(a) downsized (b) executed (c) abolished (d) pledged

3.

A: Nice ___________ on your final exam!

B: Thank you. I really studied hard this time.

(a) record (b) job (c) toss (d) catch

4.

A: Do you know how the date for Easter is set?

B: Yes, it ___________ on the first Sunday after the first full moon that follows the first day of spring in the Northern Hemisphere.

(a) plays (b) goes (c) falls (d) makes

5.

A: You look great in that suit. Is it tailor-made?

B: No, it's ___________, and I bought it on sale.

(a) ready-made (b) brand-new (c) mail-ordered (d) brand-name

6.

The king has dismissed any suggestion that he might ___________ the throne.

(a) abdicate (b) abduct (c) advocate (d) afflict

7.

In doing their homework more than half of the students have ___________ work they found o the Internet, which none of them thought was considered cheating.

(a) recognized (b) plagiarized (c) solved (d) verified

8.

Two of the passengers suffered ___________ injuries in the bus crash which happened at 14:45 local time.

(a) credulous (b) critical (c) crooked (d) crude

9.

The judge ___________ Jimmy of stealing a car. A witness said she saw him do it, and the car was found in his garage.

(a) sentenced (b) announced (c) convicted (d) determined

10.

Car batteries can lose their charge if you ___________ the lights on overnight.

(a) turn (b) cover (c) leave (d) switch

reading

1.

You car unique, and your keyboard should be too. So try out the new Wireless Keyboard from Officesoft. Personalize your computer experience with a multimedia center and hot keys that put you in control of digital content, instant messaging, e-mail, and the Internet with the touch of a finger. Plus you get a wireless optical mouse with a wider, clear scroll wheel. Suddenly you'll have a whole new experience on your hand, and with no cables to clutter your de나. You'll be amazed at ____________________.

(a) the speed of your Internet access

(b) the amount of digital content

(c) how convenient a notebook computer is

(d) how much space your de나 can have

2.

Did you know that the air inside your home can be up to 100 times more polluted than outside air? Allergens, mold, chemicals, pet dander, bacteria, dust and viruses all lurk in even the cleanest homes and it can make you and your family sick. The problem has gotten so bad that is a term to describe illnesses associated with polluted indoor air - it's called Sick Building Syndrome. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, Sick Building Syndrome can be the cause of ____________________.

(a) many symptoms that threaten people's health

(b) an increase in sales of air purifiers

(c) people owning smaller homes

(d) more outdoor activities all year round

3.

The Writing Spot has been updated with even more information to help nurture children's writing and learning skills. Easy-to-manage and fun to teach, The Writing Spot provides a colorful, friendly introduction to the process and forms of writing as well as expanded information on letters, sounds, words, word-building and sentence-building guidelines, and tips for using computers to write, The Writing Spot offers ____________________ an engaging starting point for becoming successful writers and learners.

(a) young writers

(b) learning tutors

(c) novice readers

(d) writing teachers

4.

The Aztec Indians, who are known for their domination of southern and central Mexico, ruled between the 14th and 16th centuries. The Aztecs were formed after the Toltec civilization occurred when hundreds of civilians came toward Lake Texcoco. Late families were unfortunate and were forced to go to the swamp lands. In the swamp lands there was only one piece of land to farm on and it was totally surrounded by more mashes. The Aztec families somehow ____________________ to a mighty empire known as the Aztec Empire.

(a) took these advantages

(b) converted these disadvantages

(c) created a rich environment

(d) deployed a military service

5.

Dear Jane,

I know you will be interested to hear that Michael and I ____________________ next month - October 25th. We have taken a house at Lakeside Boulevard. The ceremony will be at the parish church here at 3 o'clock. I am only having two bridesmaids. As you can imagine we are terribly busy. It seems like there is so much to do that I never have a minute, but I felt I must let you know.

With all best wishes and love,

Helen

(a) baptize our children

(b) fixed our wedding for

(c) will have graduation ceremony

(d) will give bit고 새 our first child

6.

Avoid apologizing just to keep the peace when you feel you have done nothing wrong. Spinelessness is bad for everyone. Also, try to distinguish between a feeling of regret and the need for apology. If, for example, you are in a position of authority and have to fire someone for incompetence, ____________________.

(a) you should regret it because it requires apology

(b) you should not express your regret but make an apology

(c) express your deep regret but do not make an apology

(d) you have to apologize even though you don't regret it

7.

Nearly six million Jews were killed and murdered in what historians have called "The Holocaust." In the years between 1933 and 1945, the Jews of Europe were marked for total annihilation. It was directed by Adolf Hitler and managed by Heinne Himmler, Reinhard Heydrich and Adolf Eichmann. ____________________, such as the killing of the Armenians by the Turks, but the Holocaust stood out as the only systematic and organized effort by a modern government to destroy a whole race of people. The Germans under AdolfHitler believed that the Jews were the cause of all the German troubles and were a threat to the German and Christian values.

(a) It was the only massive murder in history

(b) There were many other crimes and murders

(c) It was the common mistakes of the world history

(d) There was an example of massive murder

8.

America has long been called "The Melting Pot" due to the fact that it is made up of a variety of races, cultures, and ethnicities. As more and more immigrants come to America searching for a better life, the population naturally becomes more diverse, This has, in turn, ____________________. Some of the issues under fire ar who is benefiting from the education, and how to present the material in a way so as to offend the least number of people.

(a) spun a great debate over multiculturalism

(b) resulted in great harmony

(c) created more job opportunities

(d) encouraged cross-racial marriage

9.

Huntington Libray has mounted nearly 150 Edward Weston masterworks selected by the photographer expressly for the museum. The photographs are all from the most productive two years of his career, 1937 and 1938. During that time, two Guggenheim fellowships had freed him from earning a living as a portrait photographer and allowed him to explore his deep emotional connection to ____________________. He photographed the dunes on the California coast and the rocks and wild shore at Point Lobos, near Carmel, and made eerily beautiful images of Death Valley and the Southwest. Weston donated nearly 500 photographs to the Huntington between 1940 and 1944.

(a) minimalism in photographic art

(b) the landscape of Califormia and the West

(c) the people and surroundings of the West

(d) Eastern coastal flora and fauna

10.

In November of 1963 the Beatles performed in front of the Queen of England. That was an incredible honor for the band. By the end of 1963 the Beatles were the biggest music group in England. The Beatles came to New York City for the first time in 1964, and they were ____________________. A couple of weeks later after their New York appearance, the five best selling records were by the Beatles. They became world-famous by the end of 1964. Also in 1964 the song I Want To Hold Your Hand marked the beginning of "BEATLEMANIA."

(a) an instant success

(b) a huge disaster

(c) a sign of despair

(d) a little piece of hope

11.

Fire-belly newts are rather common in the pet trade. Unfortunately, they are so common that dealers have taken to labeling as a "fire-belly"any newt that has an orange underside. Lots of newts have orange underside. Fire-bellies are smaller than any of the other newts, so often the easiest way to identify a fire-belly is ____________________. If it's under 3 inches, it's probably a true fire-belly.

(a) to classify its exact color

(b) to record its distinctive cry

(c) to label its behavior

(d) to measure its length

12.

Employees like telecommuting because they can ____________________. They can start to work when they want. They can work in the evening and go out in the morning or the afternoon. They don't have to spend as much time sitting in highway traffic. They can take advantage of the fresh air. In addition, telecommuting gives working mothers and fathers more time with their families.

(a) share more time with their colleagues

(b) work more efficiently at home

(c) have a more flexible working schedule

(d) spend as much time as they want

13.

The Simpsons is one of America's most popular television shows. It ranks as the number one television program for viewers under eighteen years of age. ____________________, the ideals that The Simpsons conveys are not always wholesome, sometimes not even in good taste. It is inevitable that The Simpsons is affecting children.

(a) Therefore

(b) However

(c) Thus

(d) Consequently

14.

A publicity-shy British financier plans to pay $45million in cash for a 12,000-square0foot perch in AOL Time Warner's intended new home at the edge of Central Park, the most expensive apartment sale in Manhattan history, The mystery banker has put down a non-refundable $5 million deposit for the entire 76th floor of the south tower at the two-tower structure soaring 80 stories above Columbus Circle at the park's southwest corner. "It's great for the economy and shows how strong New York is." says veteran developer Donals Trump.

Q. What is the newspaper article about?

(a) Sale of an expensive apartment

(b) Apartment renovation plan

(c) Demolition of old apartments

(d) Bidding for an apartment

15.

Dear Linda:

Many thanks for taking the time to meet with me on Tuesday. I enjoyed chatting with you about the CSO and all of its dealings. It's clear that the CSO is a vital, growing organization, and I know that working there this summer would be a rewarding experience. I expect my interviews will take another few weeks, so I should be able to make a final decision about my summer placement by mid-to-late March. In the meantime, I look forward to seeing you at the concert on the 10th.

Best wishes,

Edward

Q. What is the letter about?

(a) An invitation

(b) A recommendation

(c) A job interview

(d) A summer internship

16.

The International Center of Photography is a museum, a school and a center for photographers and photography. ICP's mission is to present photography's vital and central place in contemporary culture, and to lead in interpretation of issues central to its development. ICP celebrates photography's diversity in many roles: as an agent of social change, a medium of aesthetic expression, a tool for scientific or historical research, and a repository for personal experience and memory.

Q. What is the purpose of the passage?

(a) To introduce ICP's main role

(b) To introduce ICP's annual events

(c) To explain the modern technologies in ICP

(d) To explain the photographers' many roles in ICP

17.

Although much has been written and many theories brought forth on identifying the criminal mind, it is still evident that there is no foolproof way to know in advance whether a person is prone to criminal activity. Law enforcement agencies have begun using a method called profiling to identify serial killers and terrorists. Some school districts are looking into the concept as a way of early detection into the minds of troubled children whose violent ways might be discovered before it is too late. By watching for certain signs educators hope to intervene before these students actually commit a violent act.

Q. What is the main of the passage?

(a) Criminal behaviors are rarely predictable.

(b) Serial killers and terrorists do not fit profiles

(c) Methods exist to identify the criminal mind.

(d) Children's violence is mostly hereditary.

18.

In 1962 the Supreme Court decided that public schools did not have the power to authorize school prayer. This decision made public schools in the U.S. more atheistic than many European nations. For example, crosses still hang on the classroom walls in Poland, and the Ten Commandments are displayed in Hungary. There are prayer held at the beginning of legislative and judicial sessions and every President has mentioned a divine power in his inaugural speech in those countries.

Q. Which of the following is correct about American public schools?

(a) They have been very religious since 1962.

(b) They display the Ten Commandments in classrooms

(c) Every President has to mention them in his inaugural speech.

(d) They do not allow any religious service at schools.

19.

An estimated five to ten percent of children are diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder(ADHD). One of the methods to treat this disorder is to use stimulants, specifically Ritalin. This method, however, is controversial because it has many side effects and its long-term effects are unknown. It can also lead to addiction. Approximately two to three percent of elementary school children are taking some kind of stimulant to treat ADHD.

Q. Which is correct about ADHD?

(a) It reduces the side effects of stimulants like Ritalin.

(b) About two to three percent of children have the syndrome.

(c) Children can become addicted to the drugs prescribed for ADHD.

(d) It is not a treatable disorder.

20.

Kite buggying is probably the most popular form of power kiting. It is easy to learn, safe, fun, and there is good gear available commercially. When buggying, the buggy pilot sits in a small, light vehicle while flying a kite that pulls the pilot and buggy. Kite buggies are quite maneuverable and easily controlled. The pilot can steer a course between objects, accelerate or decelerate at will and easily stop the buggy. The buggy can safely approach people and even turn circles around them. Similarly, the kite is easily steered around trees, sand dunes and other kites.

Q. Which of the following is correct about kite buggying?

(a) People can enjoy it with gear-free kites

(b) It is necessary to get flying licence to try it.

(c) It can maneuver anywhere the pilot steers.

(d) Pilots are reluctant to play it without gear.

21.

In the early days of Islam, a mosque was more than just a place for spiritual solace. It also served as an educational and community-service center. Community affairs were deliberated upon in the sublime serenity of the mosque. In Singapore, where Muslims constitute a minority living in a society undergoing far-reaching changes, the mosque stands as an important bulwark of Muslim identity and community integrity. Mosques have not only played a vital and meaningful role as the focus of religious activities, but also as centers for social and educational programs.

Q. Which of the following is correct about mosques?

(a) They provide social activities for Muslims.

(b) They are open to any religious services including Judaism.

(c) They are the most powerful religious centers in Singapore.

(d) They serve as an asylums for both Christians and Muslims in Singapore.

22.

A labyrinth is a complex geometric symbol based on simple forms that are derived from the archetypal patterns of Nature. Labyrinth designs can be made with a compass and straight edge, the metaphorical tools of creation. Labyrinths are in the domain of sacred geometry, where one goal is to produce a temple, a meeting place between heaven and earth. Today, the labyrinth symbolizes the spiritual.

Q. Which of the following is correct about labyrinths?

(a) They can be used as a mathematical tool.

(b) Their creations are chaotic yet metaphoric.

(c) They are symbolic of the complexity of earth.

(d) They are geometric symbols for spiritual use

23.

Much of today's formal etiquette originated in the French royal court during the 1600~1700's. The nobles who lived at court did not work, and so they developed elaborate social customs mostly to avoid becoming bored. The nobles drew up a list of proper social behavior and called it an etiquette. This word came from an old French word meaning ticket. This code of behavior soon spread to other European courts and eventually was adopted by the upper classes throuthout the Weatern world.

Q. Which of the following is correct about formal etiquettes?

(a) They originated from Italian court.

(b) They are related to Asian cultures as well

(c) They were elaborated by European courts

(d) They got started out of boredom at French court.

24.

Each year, about 200,000 children are treated in U.S.hospital emergency rooms for playground equipment-related injuries-an estimated 148,000 of these injuries involve public playground equipment and an estimated 51,000 involve home playground equipment. About 15 children die each year as a result of these incidents. Most of the injuries of public and home playgrounds are the result of falls. These are primarily falls to the ground below the equipment, but falls from one piece of equipment to another are also reported.

Q. Which of the following is correct?

(a) About 50 children die from playground incidents.

(b) There are more injuries at public playgrounds.

(c) Few injuries are due to falls to the ground.

(d) There are more critical falls at home playgrounds.

25.

Six New York City women who swore they had not been married before were issued 43 marriage licenses to wed illegal immigrants so the men could stay in the United States. Each woman got up to $1,000 for each marriage. One of the women received 27 marriage licenses in Manhattan between 1984 and 2002 so she could marry men from Ecuador, the Dominican Republic, Peru, Pakistan, Columbia, Mexico and a few other countries.

Q. What can be inferred about the six New York City women?

(a) They do not have regular jobs.

(b) They got married illegally to make money.

(c) They have lived abroad many times.

(d) They were unaware of their illegal act.

26.

Johann Sebastian Bach was born in Eisenach, Germany on March 21, 1968. His father was a talented violinist who taught his son the basic skills for string playing; another relative, the organist at Eisenach‘s most important church, instructed the young boy on the organ. In 1695, his parents died and he went to go stay with his older brother, Johann Christoph, who was a professional organist at Ohrdruf. Johann continued his younger brother's educations on the violin as well as on the harpsichord. After several years, Johann Sebastian won a scholarship to study in Luneberg, Northern Germany, and so left his brother's tutelage.

Q. What can be inferred about Johann Sebastian Bach?

(a) His family environment was surrounded by music.

(b) His father could have become a professional organist.

(c) He had considered a career as an organist.

(d) His passion for music was initiated by his brother's tutelage.

27.

If you are an average reader, you can read an average book at the rate of 300 words a minute. You cannot maintain that average, however, unless you read regularly everyday. Nor can you attain that speed with different books in science, mathematics, agriculture, business, or any subject that is new or unfamiliar to you. The chances are you will never attempt that speed with poetry or want to race through some passages in fiction over which you wish to linger. But for most novels, biographies, and books about travels, hobbies or personal interests, if you are an average reader, you should have no trouble absorbing meaning and pleasure out of reading 300 printed words a minute.

Q. What can be inferred from the passage?

(a) An average reader can always read 300 words per second.

(b) In case of poetry, you can read more than 300 words every 60 seconds.

(c) A serious reader should try to maintain the average reading speed.

(d) Reading speed depends on which book you read and how regularly you read.

28.

It will be a long time before any landing on Mars can be attempted. This will only be possible when scientists have learnt a lot more about the atmosphere that surrounds the planet. If a satellite can one day be put into orbit round Mars, scientists will be able to find out a great deal. An interesting suggestion for measuring the atmosphere around Mars has been put forward. A rubber ball containing a radio transmitter could be dropped from a satellite so that it would fall toward the surface of the planet. The radio would signal the rate at which the ball was slowed down and scientists would be able to calculate how dense the atmosphere is. Only when great deal more information has been obtained, it will be possible to plan a manned trip to Mars.

Q. What can be inferred from the passage?

(a) Manned trip to Mars can be realized pretty soon with the suggestion of rubber ball.

(b) Landing on Mars depends on the density of its surrounding atmosphere

(c) To explore Mars, manned spaceship should get through its orbit.

(d) The density of surrounding atmosphere of Mars can be estimated by rubber ball experiment.

29.

Whether in Saharan sands or in frozen arctic wastes, Sir Ranulph Fiennes would never set out without his Solex. (a) For he knows precisely what angle his shadow will fall, so he can deduce the direction, despite the absence of landmarks. (b) "I've navigated across the world, right through both Poles with it," he explains. (c) When asked whether he would ever consider embarking on an expedition with a different watch, his reply is in fact a supreme compliment. (d) "I think that would be a very stupid risk to take."

30.

Few people realize just how ancient frogs are. (a) As amphibians, frogs have one webbed foot. (b) For 190 million years, the ancestors of modern frogs have roamed(if not ruled) the earth. (c) And they looked much the same as they do today. (d) The secret to their success is their amazing adaptability.39

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