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Ginger, nuts, fatty fish, and whole grains are just some of the many foods that have been publicized to have
anti-inflammatory properties. But do they work? It turns out that experts agree that eating a diet rich in such
foods may in fact help lower the levels of inflammation in the body. However, they stress that adding or
increasing the consumption of any in the food is likely not going to have a profound effect on one’s health.
In a new, small study, researchers found that men who consumed flaxseed for 42 days experienced a
significant decrease in inflammatory markers compared with men who did not consume flaxseed. In another
study, the authors found that taking ginger root extract appeared to reduce markers of colon inflammation. In
addition, according to the results of a study, curcumin, which is the main compound in the spice turmeric,
which is used in curry, could help suppress biological mechanisms that lead to the inflammation in diseases
of the tendons. Rheumatoid arthritis, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes are some of the conditions that
have been linked with higher levels of inflammation.
However, Kirkpatrick stressed that adding just one specific food to your diet is unlikely to work wonders for
lowering inflammation, or for improving health in general. Kirkpatrick also stressed that people who take
dietary supplements do not get the same results as those who consume real foods that have anti-
inflammation through diet. It is also important to stay away from foods that can promote inflammation, such
as sugar. So, it is not just about adding these things in, it is also about taking pro inflammatory foods out.
Food is medicine, but it is hard to compare medicine that is created in a lab with something that is grown in
the ground to determine what is going to be beneficial. Depending on a person’s condition and reasons for
their inflammation, medication may be necessary, while food can be still a nice add-on.
1. Based on the passage, which of the following reflects the idea of relationships between consuming
gingers, buts, fatty fish, and whole grains and health?
a. Thirst and drinking
b. Age and physical strength
c. Learning efforts and grades
d. Sleeping hours and body freshness
e. Body exercise and physical growth

2. The argument in the last line of paragraph 4 assumes that _______

a. Having a balance diet can help reduce inflammation
b. Consuming more curry is good to avoid inflammation
c. Getting medication is a better way to solve inflammation problems
d. Taking foods with anti-inflammatory materials can cure inflammation
e. Studies on the influence of foods with anti-inflammatory property are consistent

3. Paragraph 3 implies that ______

a. A well-proportioned diet is good to reduce inflammation
b. Carbohydrate is the source of pro-inflammatory foods
c. Pro-inflammatory foods should not be in the diet list
d. Various anti-inflammatory supplements work better
e. The nature of anti-inflammatory foods is still secret
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4. Which of the following best restates the idea of paragraph 2?
a. The inflammation, a study found, is caused by improper biological mechanism.
b. Some studies showed that anti-inflammatory foods could lower inflammation.
c. The studies conclude that consuming the extract shows to be more effective
d. Anti-inflammatory foods are factually spicy food we consume every day
e. Inflammation results in arthritis, cardiovascular disease and diabetes.

5. The word promote in paragraph 3 can be best replaced by ......

a. Impede
b. Uphold
c. Obstruct
d. Check
e. Contribute
As the cost of gas and oil for home heating has gone up, many Americans have switched from these fuels to
wood for heating their homes. In 1973, approximately 200,000 wood-burning stoves intended for home
heating usage were sold in the United Stated. By the end of 1981, there were as many as seven million
home-owned wood-burning units in the US.
In addition to low fuel bills, many people choose these stoves because their initial cost is very low (the price
range from $50 kits to $5,000 top-of-the-line models), and because new technology has made wood fires
more efficient, cleaner, and, therefore, safer than ever before.
One new technological feature of this type is catalytic combustor which adds about $100 to $200 to the cost
of the stove, but which causes much more complete combustion of the wood, burns up more of the
pollutants left by incomplete combustion and produce more heat.
A second cost-saving innovation is a device which agitates the wood, increasing the amount of oxygen that
reaches the center of the wood pile, and leading to more efficient combustion. The real advantage of this
device is that it allows the owner to make use of cheap sources of wood such as dirty wood chips (an
industrial by-product) that have almost no commercial value, cost as little $20 a ton, and burn very
efficiently in furnaces without an agitator.
6. According to the author, which of the following is not a factor in the recent increase in popularity of
wood-burning stoves? 
a. Their greater cleanliness than in the old days
b. The high cost of alternative heating fuels
c. The wide range of prices
d. The relatively cheap cost of their energy source
e. The invention of cost-saving innovation 

7. From the text we may conclude that _____

a. many Americans have switched from hydrocarbon-based fuels to wood because the price of the
latter has risen
b. catalytic combustors increase the amount of pollution caused by wood-burning stoves
c. agitators are a cheaper addition to wood burning stoves than catalytic combustors
d. the need for stoves exploded more in 1973 than any period of time
e. some wood-burning stoves cost one hundred times more than others 

8. Which of the following is an example of an innovation in wood-burning stoves?

a. Dirty wood chips
b. The catalytic combustor
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c. $5,000 top-of-the-line models
d. Industrial by-products
e. Oxygen agitator 

9. Which of the following statements is NOT true? 

a. Wood-burning stoves are safer and more efficient than they used to be.
b. No factories exist for the purpose of producing dirty wood chips.
c. Both catalytic combustors and wood agitators save money in the long run.
d. Wood-burning stoves with catalytic combustors cost between $100 and $200.
e. A ton of dirty wood chips costs about $20. 

10. What is the least synonym of the word “combustion” in paragraph 3?

a. Burning
b. Flaming
c. Clipping
d. Kindling
e. Firing

The Lemonade Detox diet first became effective, strangely when its creator, Stanley Burroughs,
recommended it for the healing of stomach ulcers. He goes on to share how he first came to test the Master
Cleanse diet on a patient who was suffering from ulcer for three years. Left with no other recourse, the
patient approached Stanley who recommended that he undertake the cleanse. After eleven days, the patient
was totally healed to the amazement of the doctors. Many other cases followed with the same consistent and
astounding results corrected within ten days. Of particular note also was those undergoing the Master
Cleanse also experienced a reduction in weight. 

If there have been doubts as to the reality of Stanley Burroughs' claim of the Lemon Detox diet's
effectiveness, there have been testimonies over the years of its efficacy. Of recent vintage is Tom
Woloshyn's work, "The Master Cleanse Experience. This book briefly mentions Woloshyn's experience in
advising clients who have undergone the Master Cleanse program and provides among other insights health
benefits which include better sleep, positive outlook, clarity of mind and freedom from addictions. He, thus,
advocates keeping a journal to monitor developments as well as a reference for future use when undergoing
the program for the second or many more times over. 

The Master Cleanse operates on the principle that, for disease to be addressed, cleansing must be
undertaken. Simplifying and correcting disorders through this process is actually a way of correcting every
disease. Developments in nutrition and science have clearly identified improper diet, negative mental
attitudes and inadequate exercise as the factors that create the conditions to produce toxin build up over
time. That is why the Master Cleanse is not an end to itself. It is actually just the tip of a long chain of
healthy decisions of those who wish to undertake it. Observing a healthy diet, regular exercise as well as
stress reduction is essential in maintaining the gains that Master Cleanse Detox diet can offer. 

11. Based on the passage, it can be inferred that ....

a. those who take the Lemonade Detox diet are people who suffer from stomach ulcers.
b. the Master Cleanser is a complete guide for  the Lemonade Detox diet takers.
c. Stanley Burroughs works an author of health, science books and a doctor as well.
d. the Lemonade Detox diet has been recommended by doctors to reduce weight.
e. those taking the Lemonade Detox diet avoid the food containing chemical substance. 

12. Another way of saying "Left with no other recourse ....." (paragraph 1 line 3) is ….....
a. having receive help from people
b. with some help from others
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c. not being able to get help
d. without any help from others
e. needing to get help again. 

13. The paragraph following the passage will likely talk about ......
a. further information on how to take the program, the Master Cleanse diet
b. the biography about the author of the book The Master Cleanser
c. other programmes of detox diet from different experts.
d. further testimonies from patients using the lemonade detox diet
e. age group of people who might be recommended to take the Master Cleanser

14. The author organizes ideas in the passage using a case followed up with an explanation on ....
a. Vows of success with the detox program and the need to do accompanying sports
b. evidence of successful healing solely based on the program and detox principles
c. claims of health healing on the program and the methods in Lemonade Detox
d. the work of Woloshyn's and other factors that need considering in the program
e. involvement of other factors other than detoxification and detox mechanism 

15. The word astounding in paragraph 1 has similar meaning with .....
a. Unsurprising
b. Astonishing
c. Considering
d. Deterring
e. Frightening