Questions 1 to 12 are based on the following passage:

(1) Martin Luther King, Jr., is well known for his work in civil rights and for his many 
famous speeches, among them his moving "I Have a Dream" speech. But fewer people 
know much about King's childhood. M.L., as he was called, was born in 1929, in 
Atlanta, Georgia, at the home of his maternal grandfather. M.L.'s grandfather, the 
(5) Reverend A.D. Williams, purchased their home on Auburn Avenue in 1909, 20 years 
before M.L. was born The Reverend Williams, an eloquent speaker, played an important 
role in the community because so many people's lives centered around the church. He 
allowed his church and his home to be used as a meeting place for a number of 
organizations dedicated to the education and social advancement of blacks. M.L. grew 
(10 up in this atmosphere, with his home being used as a community gathering place, and 
) was no doubt influenced by it.

M.L.'s childhood was not especially eventful. His father was a minister and his mother 
was a musician. He was the second of three children, and he attended all-black schools 
in a black neighborhood. The neighborhood was not poor, however. Auburn Avenue 
was the main artery through a prosperous neighborhood that had come to symbolize 
(15 achievement for Atlanta's black people. It was an area of banks, insurance companies, 
) builders, jewelers, tailors, doctors, lawyers, and other black-owned or black-operated 
businesses and services. Even in the face of Atlanta's segregation, the district thrived. 
Dr. King never forgot the community spirit he had known as a child, nor did he forget 
the racial prejudice that was a seemingly insurmountable barrier that kept black 
Atlantans from mingling with whites.
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1. What is this passage mainly about? 7. The word "tailors" in line 17 describes
people who are associated with which of the
(A) The prejudice that existed in Atlanta  following trades?
(B) Martin Luther King's childhood 
(C) M.L.'s grandfather  (A) Flower arranging 
(D) The neighborhood King grew up in (B) Shoe making 
(C) Garment making 
(D) Book binding

2. The word "eloquent" in line 6 means most

nearly: 
8. According to the author, King was
(A) Powerful  influenced by:
(B) Active 
(C) Romantic  (A) Community spirit 
(D) Fascinating (B) Black lawyers 
(C) His mother 
(D) His speeches

3. Which lines best describe King's childhood 9. The word "thrived" in line 18 refers to
neighborhood?  which of the following?

(A) Lines 6-9  (A) Achieved 

(B) Lines 10-12  (B) Surrendered 
(C) Lines 12-13  (C) Flourished 
(D) Lines 14-18 (D) Held

4. As used in line 12, the word "eventful" is 10. As used in line 20, which of the following is
closest to which of the following? closest in meaning to the word "seemingly"?

(A) Valued  (A) Apparently 

(B) Memorable  (B) Inevitably 
(C) Admirable  (C) Inexplicably 
(D) Emotional (D) Hastily

5. In line 11, the word "it" refers to which of 11. The word "mingling" in line 21 could best
the following? be replaced by which of the following?

(A) Achievement  (A) Interfering 

(B) Neighborhood  (B) Gargling 
(C) Segregation  (C) Consuming 
(D) Services (D) Associating

6. According to the author, blacks in King's 12. According to the author, M.L.:
neighborhood were involved in all the following
businesses EXCEPT: (A) Had a difficult childhood 
(B) Was a good musician as a child 
(A) Dentistry  (C) Loved to listen to his grandfather speak 
(B) Medicine  (D) Grew up in a relatively rich area of Atlanta
(C) Law 
(D) Banking

Questions 13 to 24 are based on the following passage:

(1) Carbohydrates, which are sugars, are an essential part of a healthy diet. They provide 
the main source of energy for the body, and they also function to flavor and sweeten 
foods. Carbohydrates range from simple sugars like glucose to complex sugars such as 
amylose and amylopectin. Nutritionists estimate that carbohydrates should make up 
(5) about one-fourth to one-fifth of a person's diet. This translates to about 75-100 grams of 
carbohydrates per day.

A diet that is deficient in carbohydrates can have an adverse effect on a person's 

health. When the body lacks a sufficient amount of carbohydrates, it must then use its 
protein supplies for energy, a process called gluconeogenesis. However, this results in a 
 lack of necessary protein, and further health difficulties may occur. A lack of carbohydrates can
(10 also lead to ketosis, a build-up of ketones in the body that causes 
) fatigue, lethargy, and bad breath.

13. What is the main idea of this passage? 19. Which of the following words could best
replace "deficient" as used in line 7?
(A) Carbohydrates are needed for good health. 
(B) Carbohydrates prevent a build-up of proteins.  (A) Outstanding 
(C) Carbohydrates can lead to ketosis.  (B) Abundant 
(D) Carbohydrates are an expendable part of a (C) Insufficient 
good diet. (D) Unequal

14. The word "function" as used in line 2 refers 20. What does the word "this" refer to in line
to which of the following? 9?

(A) Neglect  (A) Using protein supplies for energy 

(B) Serve  (B) Converting carbohydrates to energy 
(C) Dissolve  (C) Having a deficiency in carbohydrates 
(D) Profess (D) Having an insufficient amount of protein

15. The word "range" as used in line 3 is closest 21. According to the passage, which of the
in meaning to which of the following? following does NOT describe carbohydrates?

(A) Probe  (A) A protein supply 

(B) Proceed  (B) A necessity 
(C) Hail  (C) A range of sugars 
(D) Extend (D) An energy source

16. In line 5, the word “estimate” could

22. The word "lack" in line 10 is most similar
to which of the following?
best be replaced by 
(A) Plethora 
(A) disbelieve (B) Shortage 
(C) Derivation 
(D) Commission
(B) declare

(C) calculate 23. Which of the following best describes the

author's tone?
(D) wonder
(A) Sensitive 
(B) Emotional 
(C) Informative 
17. According to the passage, what do most (D) Regretful
nutritionists suggest?

(A) Sufficient carbohydrates will prevent

gluconeogenesis.  24. Which of the following best describes the
(B) Carbohydrates are simple sugars called organization of this passage?
glucose 
(C) Carbohydrates should make up about a (A) Cause and result 
quarter of person's daily diet.  (B) Comparison and contrast 
(D) Carbohydrates should be eaten in very small (C) Specific to general 
quantities. (D) Definition and example

18. Which of the following do carbohydrates

NOT do?

(A) Prevent ketosisi 

(B) Cause gluconeogenesis 
(C) Provide energy for the body 
(D) Flavor and sweeten food
Questions 5-9

History books record that the first moving picture with sound was The Jazz Singer in 1927. But sound
films, or "talkies," did not suddenly appear after years of silent screenings. From the earliest public
performances in 1896, films were accompanied by music and sound effects. These were produced by a
single pianist, a small band, or a full-scale orchestra; larger movie theaters could buy sound-effects
machines.
Research into sound that was reproduced at exactly the same time as the pictures -called "synchronized
sound" - began soon after the very first movies were shown. With synchronized sound, characters on
the movie screen could sing and speak. As early as 1896, the newly invented gramophone, which
played a large disc carrying music and dialogue, was used as a sound system. The biggest
disadvantage was that the sound and pictures could become unsynchronized if, for example, the
gramophone needle jumped or if the speed of the projector changed. This system was only effective
for a single song or dialogue sequence.
A later development was the "sound-on-film" system. Here, sounds were recorded as a series of marks
on celluloid read by optical sensors. These signals would be placed on the film alongside the images,
guaranteeing synchronization. Short feature films were produced in this way as early as 1922. This
system eventually brought us "talking pictures."

5. Why does the author mention "a single pianist, a small band, or a full-scale
orchestra"? 

 To show how badly paid musicians were

 To explain how sound that accompanied early films was made

 To emphasize the role sound effects played in The Jazz Singer

 To refute history books that claim the first movie with sound was made in 1927
6. It can be inferred that 

 most movie theaters had a pianist

 sound-effects machines were common

 orchestras couldn't synchronize sound with the pictures

 gramophones were developed about the same time as moving pictures

7. Why could gramophones be considered ineffective? 

 They were subject to variations in speed.

 They were too large for most movie theaters.

 They couldn't always match the speed of the projector.

 They were newly invented.

8. It can be understood that the synchronization system 

 could be placed alongside the images

 developed at the same time as sound for movies

 was an important development for talking pictures

 was a guarantee that short feature films could be produced

9. It can be inferred that short feature films produced as early as 1922 

 preceded talking pictures

 Put musicians out of work

 were recorded by optical sensors

 were only effective for dialogue sequences

1. The passage is mainly about the ______________.

a. history of silent movies
b. disadvantages of synchronized sound
c. development of sound with movie
d. research into sound reproduction

2. According to the passage, films using sound effects were screened

___________.
a. before 1896 b. as early as 1896
c. as early as 1922 d. in 1927
 3. The word “screenings” is closest in meaning to ______________.
a. projections b. revelations c. demonstrations d. diversions

4. Which of the following is not mentioned as a producer ?

a. a jazz singer b. single pianist c. a small band d. a gramophone

5. It can be inferred that ____________.

a. most movie theaters had a pianist
b. sound-effects machines were not common because they were
expensive
c. orchestras couldn’t synchronize sound with the pictures
d. gramophones were developed about the same time as moving pictures.

6. According to the passage, gramophones were ineffective because they

___________.
a. got out of synchronization with the picture
b. were too large for most movie theaters

7. The word “sequence” in line 9 is closest in meaning to ___________.

a. interpretation b. progression c. distribution d. organization

8. The phrase “these signals” in line 11 refers to _____________.

a. sounds b. series c. marks d. sensors

9. According to the passage, sound-on-film guaranteed synchronization

because the recording was _____________.
a. made during the film of the picture
b. read by an optical sensor
c. inserted beside the image on the film
d. marked on the gramophone

10. Short feature films produced as early as 1922 ____________.

a. were recorded by optical sensors
b. put musicians out of work
c. were only effective for dialogue sequences
d. preceded talking pictures

Diamond value is based on four characteristics: carat, color, clarity, and cut. A diamond’s size is
measured by carat weight. There are 100 points in a carat and 142 carats in an ounce. Each point
above 1 carat is more valuable than each point below 1 carat. Thus, a stone that weighs more than 1
carat is more valuable per point than a stone that is smaller than 1 carat. The scale used for rating a
diamond’s color begins with “D,” which means the stone is absolutely colorless and therefore most
valuable. “E” and “F’ are almost colorless. All three are good for investments. A stone rated between
“G” and “J” is good for jewelry. After that the stones take on a slightly yellowish color, which gets
deeper as the grade declines.
 The clarity of a stone is determined by its lack of carbon spots, inner flaws, and surface blemishes.
While most of these are invisible to the unaided eye, they do affect the diamond’s brilliance. For
jewelry, a diamond rated VVS1 (very very slight imperfections) is as close to flawless as one will find.
After that the scale goes to VVS2, VS1, VS2, SI1, SI2, I1, I2, and so on.
 The final characteristic is cut. When shaped (round, oval, emerald, marquise, pear, or heart), the
diamond should be faceted so that light is directed into the depths of the prism and then reflected
outward again. A well-cut diamond will separate the light into different colors when the light is
reflected. Only stones of similar shape should have their reflective qualities compared, as some
shapes are more reflective than others. For example, the round shape is the most reflective

30.The passage is mainly about 

(A) the cost of diamonds 

(B) qualities affecting diamond values 

(C) how to judge an expensive diamond 

(D) buying diamonds for jewelry

What can be said about a 1-carat diamond? 

(A) It has 100 points. 

(B) It weighs an ounce. 

(C) It costs twice as much as a smaller one. 

(D) It has the same quality as a half-carat diamond.

The word “absolutely” is closest in meaning to

(A) Actually 
(B) positively 
(C) greatly 
(D) completely

 A stone that has no color at all is rated 

(A) A 

(B) Z 
(C) D 

(D) J

It can be inferred from the passage that a stone rated “H” is 

(A) good for jewelry 

(B) good for investment 

(C) very colorful

 (D) deep yellow Passage

Clarity of a stone 

(A) is invisible to the unaided eye 

(B) affects the diamond’s brilliance 

(C) has spots, flaws, and blemishes 

(D) is determined by imperfections

The word “flawless” is closest in meaning to 

(A) unblemished 

(B) unsaturated 

(C) unrefined 

(D) unbruised

The word “faceted” is closest in meaning to 

(A) split 

(B) turned 

(C) cut 

(D) set
All of the following ratings refer to the clarity of a stone EXCEPT 

(A) perfection 

(B) very slight imperfection 

(C) slight imperfection 

(D) imperfection

It can be inferred from the passage that a diamond which is perfect is 

(A) not used for jewelry 

(B) rated VVS1 

(C) very large 

(D) invisible

Diamonds reflect 

(A) the prism 

(B) the depths 

(C) facets 

(D) light 

Two diamonds of the same shape 

(A) have the same value 

(B) can be compared for reflective quality 

(C) are usually the same weight 

(D) are equally brilliant

According to airline industry statistics, almost 90% of airline accidents are survivable or partially
survivable. But passengers can increase their chances of survival by learning and following certain
tips. Experts say that you should read and listen to safety instructions before take-off and ask
questions if you have uncertainties. You should fasten your seat belt low on your hips and as tightly
as possible. Of course, you should also know how the release mechanism of your belt operates.
During take-offs and landings, you are advised to keep your feet flat on the floor. Before take-off you
should locate the nearest exit and an alternative exit and count the rows of seats between you and
the exits so that you can find them in the dark if necessary.
 In the event that you are forewarned of a possible accident, you should put your hands on your
ankles and keep your head down until the plane comes to a complete stop. If smoke is present in the
cabin, you should keep your head low and cover your face with napkins, towels, or clothing. If
possible, wet these for added protection against smoke inhalation. To evacuate as quickly as
possible, follow crew commands and do not take personal belongings with you. Do not jump on
escape slides before they are fully inflated, and when you jump, do so with your arms and legs
extended in front of you. When you get to the ground, you should move away from the plane as
quickly as possible, and never smoke near the wreckage

What is the main topic of the passage? 

(A) Airline industry accident statistics 

(B) Procedures for evacuating aircraft

(C) Guidelines for increasing aircraft passenger survival 

(D) Safety instructions in air travel

Travelers are urged by experts to read and listen to safety instructions 

(A) in an emergency

(B) before locating the exits 

(C) if smoke is in the cabin 

(D) before take-off

According to the passage, airline travelers should keep their feet flat on the floor 

(A) throughout the flight 

(B) during take-offs and landings 

(C) especially during landings 

(D) only if an accident is possible Passage

 
According to the passage, which exits should an airline passenger locate before take-off? 

(A) The ones that can be found in the dark 

(B) The two closest to the passenger's seat 

(C) The nearest one 

(D) The ones with counted rows of seats between them

The word "them" refers to 

(A) rows 

(B) feet 

(C) seats 

(D) exits

It can be inferred from the passage that people are more likely to survive fires in aircrafts if they 

(A) keep their heads low 

(B) wear a safety belt 

(C) don't smoke in or near a plane 

(D) read airline safety statistics

Airline passengers are advised to do all of the following EXCEPT 

(A) locate the nearest exit 

(B) ask questions about safety 

(C) fasten their seat belts before take-off 

(D) carry personal belongings in an emergency

The word "evacuate" in is closest in meaning to 

(A) evade 

(B) vacate 
(C) abscond 

(D) forestall

The word "inflated" in is closest in meaning to 

(A) lifted 

(B) expanded 

(C) extended 

(D) assembled

What does the paragraph following the passage most probably discuss? 

(A) How to recover your luggage 

(B) Where to go to continue your trip 

(C) When to return to the aircraft 

(D) How to proceed once you are away from the aircraft

People who suffer from excessive drowsiness during the daytime may be victims of a condition
known as "narcolepsy." While most people may feel sleepy while watching TV or after eating a meal,
narcoleptics may fall asleep at unusual or embarrassing times. They may doze while eating, talking,
taking a shower, or even driving a car. Victims can be affected in one of two ways. Most narcoleptics
have several sleeping spells during each day with alert periods in between. A minority of others feel
drowsy almost all the time and are alert for only brief intervals. There are no reliable data showing
how many people have narcolepsy. Some estimates put the number as high as 300,000 in the United
States alone. The cause of this illness has not been identified, although recent research suggests that
the problem may stem from an immune system reacting abnormally to the brain's chemical
processes. There is currently no cure for narcolepsy, so sufferers of this condition can only have their
symptoms treated through a combination of counseling and drugs

What is the main topic of this passage?

(A) Aspects of narcolepsy

(B) Causes of narcolepsy
(C) Treatment of narcolepsy
(D) Development of narcolepsy

Narcolepsy is a condition in which people?

(A) doze after eating a meal

(B) have unusual brain chemistry
(C) only sleep in the day
(D) doze at unusual times
A person is most likely to be narcoleptic if he or she falls asleep
while?

(A) watching a movie

(B) eating at a restaurant
(C) lying on the beach
(D) taking a long car trip

The passage implies that narcolepsy?

(A) is an imaginary problem

(B) can be a serious disorder
(C) is easily cured
(D) is really laziness
The word "others" refers to?

(A) spells
(B) periods
(C) victims
(D) intervals

The word "alert" is closest in meaning to?

(A) tired
(B) awake
(C) alarmed
(D) informed

According to the passage, it can be said that?

(A) most people are narcoleptics sometimes

(B) narcoleptics are drug addicts
(C) narcolepsy is a very rare condition
(D) the number of narcoleptics is unknown

Which of the following statements about narcolepsy is NOT true?

(A) Doctors treat symptoms rather than causes.

(B) The causes of narcolepsy have not been found yet
(C) Narcolepsy affects people in two basic ways.
(D) Narcolepsy can be cured through counseling and drugs.

In some rural agricultural societies, the collection of available

fuel such as firewood, dung cake, and agricultural waste can take
200 to 300 person-days per year. As well as being time consuming,
the typical patterns of collection lead to deforestation, soil
erosion, and ecological imbalances. In the future, experts predict
that even if food supplies are adequate for rural populations, fuel
supplies for domestic use may not be In the light of such
considerations, a team in India has developed a solar oven for home
use. The oven is cheaply constructed, easily operated, and extremely
energy efficient. The device consists of an inner and outer metal
box, a top cover, and two panes of plain glass. The inner box is
painted black to absorb maximum solar radiation. The space between
the two boxes is filled with an insulating material, such as rice
husks, which are easily available and which, because of their high
silicon content, neither attract insects nor rot easily. Other
easily available materials for insulation are ground nutshells or
coconut shells. An adjustable mirror mounted on one side of the oven
box reflects the sunlight into the interior, boosting the
temperatures by 15-30 degrees Celsius. This is most useful during
the winter when the sun is lower. Inside the oven, a temperature
between 80 and 120 degrees Celsius above ambient temperature can be
maintained. This is sufficient to cook food gradually but surely.
Trials have shown that all typical food dishes can be prepared in
this solar device without loss of taste or nutrition.

This passage is mainly about?

(A) deforestation in the rural agricultural societies

(B) use of rice husks in an insulation material
(C) design and use of a solar oven
(D) maintenance of temperature in a solar oven

All of the following are mentioned as typical fuels in parts of

rural agricultural societies EXCEPT?

(A) firewood
(B) dung cake
(C) solar power
(D) agricultural waste

The word “domestic” is closest in meaning to?

(A) industrial
(B) agricultural
(C) natural
(D) household

The word “their” refers to

(A) insulated boxes

(B) rice husks
(C) ground nutshells
(D) coconut shells

The word “adjustable” is closest in meaning to?

(A) compliant
(B) movable
(C) versatile
(D) interchangeable

According to the passage, the use of an adjustable mirror increases

the oven temperature by?
(A) 80-120 degrees Celsius
(B) at least 80 degrees Celsius
(C) up to 30 degrees Celsius
(D) up to 15 degrees Celsius

According to the passage, the adjustable mirror is most useful?

(A) at midday
(B) during the winter
(C) when firewood is lacking
(D) to improve taste and nutrition

The word “ambient” is closest in meaning to?

(A) surrounding
(B) increasing
(C) environmental
(D) solar

Where would this kind of oven be most useful?

(A) On a camping trip

(B) In a busy restaurant
(C) In a rural community
(D) In a cold wintery climate