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28. The _____ sweater that my mother bought is very cheap (SLEEVE)
29. The workers have made significant efforts to achieve greater ___ in the production progress.
(EFFICIENT)
30. That’s the woman. His son has won the first prize in the competition. (WHOSE)
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31. It was a hard job. We had been exhausted by the time we finished. (SUCH)
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32. He had forgotten to bring the report with him. He had to go home and get it. (BECAUSE)
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33. She studies hard. She wants to get a good job when she finishes university. (VIEW)
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33. They drove so fast. They escaped the police car that was chasing them. (SO….THAT)
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34. John gets on well with that partner. I can’t remember her name. (WHOSE)
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35. It is colder. I get hungrier. (THE)
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36. I have been afraid of maths. I always try to learn maths really hard. (ALTHOUGH)
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Make complete sentences using the given words/ phrases. You may need to make any
37. Solving the problem of ______ can help to save the environment (FOREST)
38. Mary has made a good ______ on this matter. (DECIDE)
39. Nowadays, the internet is ____ used. We can see many products advertised on it (COMMERCE)
40. Tim is a man of many ______. (ACCQUAINT)
41. The water here is drinkable because it is _______. (POLLUTE)
39. My teacher gave me much ______ advice before the exam. (PROFIT)
40. If a fairy ___ appeared and told you that you had three wishes, what would they be (MAGIC)
41. As this problem is _____, you don’t need to pay much attention to it. (IMPORTANT)
Plants and animals will find it difficult to escape from or adjust to the effects of global warming.
Scientists have already observed shifts in the lifecycles of many plants and animals, such as flowers
blooming earlier and birds hatching earlier in the spring. Many species have begun shifting where they live
or their annual migration patterns due to warmer temperatures.
With further warming, animals will tend to migrate toward the poles and up mountainsides toward
higher elevations. Plants will also attempt to shift their ranges, seeking new areas as old habitats grow too
warm. In many places, however, human development will prevent these shifts. Species that find cities or
farmland blocking their way north or south may become extinct. Species living in unique ecosystems, such
as those found in polar and mountaintop regions, are especially at risk because migration to new habitats is
not possible. For example, polar bears and marine mammals in the Arctic are already threatened by
dwindling sea ice but have nowhere farther north to go.
Projecting species extinction due to global warming is extremely difficult. Some scientists have
estimated that 20 to 50 percent of species could be committed to extinction with 2 to 3 Celsius degrees of
further warming. The rate of warming, not just the magnitude, is extremely important for plants and
animals. Some species and even entire ecosystems, such as certain types of forest, may not be able to adjust
quickly enough and may disappear.
Ocean ecosystems, especially fragile ones like coral reefs, will also be affected by global warming.
Warmer ocean temperatures can cause coral to “bleach”, a state which if prolonged will lead to the death
of the coral. Scientists estimate that even 1 Celsius degree of additional warming could lead to widespread
bleaching and death of coral reefs around the world. Also, increasing carbon dioxide in the atmosphere
enters the ocean and increases the acidity of ocean waters. This acidification further stresses ocean
ecosystems.
28. Scientists have observed that warmer temperatures in the spring cause flowers to_________.
A. die instantly B. bloom earlier C. become lighter D. lose color
29. According to paragraph 2, when their habitats grow warmer, animals tend to move_________.
A. south-eastwards and down mountainsides toward lower elevations
B. north-westwards and up mountainsides toward higher elevations
C. toward the North Pole and down mountainsides toward lower elevations
D. toward the poles and up mountainsides toward higher elevations
30. The pronoun “those” in paragraph 2 refers to_________.
A. species B. ecosystems C. areas D. areas habitats
31. It is mentioned in the passage that if the global temperature rose by 2 or 3 Celsius degrees, ______.
A. half of the earth’s surface would be flooded B. the sea level would rise by 20 centimeters
C. water supply would decrease by 50 percent D. 20 to 50 percent of species could become extinct
32. The bleaching of coral reefs as mentioned in paragraph 4 indicates_________.
A. the water absorption of coral reefs B. the quick growth of marine mammals
C. the blooming phase of sea weeds D. the slow death of coral reefs
Are sports bad for kids?
People think children should play sports. Sports are fun, and playing with others. However, playing
sports can have negative effects on children. It may produce feelings of poor self-respect or aggressive
behavior in some children. According to research on kids and sports, 40,000,000 kids play sports in the US.
Of these, 18,000,000 say they have been yelled at or called names while playing sports. This leaves many
children with a bad impression of sports. They think sports are just too aggressive.
Many researchers believe adults, especially parents and coaches, are the main cause of too much
aggression in children's sports. They believe children copy aggressive adult behavior. This behavior is then
further strengthened through both positive and negative feedback. Parents and coaches are powerful teachers
because children usually look up to them. Often these adults behave aggressively themselves, sending
children the message that winning is everything. At children's sporting events, parents may yell insults at
other players or cheer when their child behaves aggressively. As well, children may be taught that hurting
other players is acceptable or are pushed to continue playing even when they are injured. In addition, the
media makes violence seem exciting. Children watch adult sports games and see violent behavior replayed
over and over on television.
As a society, we really need to face up to this problem and do something about it. Parents and
coaches should act as better examples for children. They also need to teach children better values. They
should teach children to enjoy themselves whether they win or not. It's not necessary to knock yourselt out
to enjoys sports. Winning isn't everything. In addition, children shouldn't be allowed to continue to play
when they are injured. Sending a child with an injury into a game gives the child the message that health
isn't as important as winning. If we make some basic changes, children might learn to enjoy sports again.
33. What is the main idea of the reading?
A. Children often become like their parents C. Playing sports may have negative results
B. Children need to play sports in school D. Some sports can cause health
34. How may children said they had some negative experience when playing sports?
A. All of the children C. Less than half of the children
B. More than half of the children D. About ten percent of the children
35. Which is described as the main cause of more aggressive playing?
A. Adults B. Children with low grades in school C. New rules in sports D. Other players
36. What does the writer suggest?
A. Aggressive sports shouldn't be shown on television B. Children shouldn't play sports until high school
C. Coaches should be required to study child psychology
D. Parents should teach children to play sports for fun and exercise
37. What would probably NOT be done when "facing up to a problem"?
A.Ignoring the problem B. Finding the reason C. Admitting there is a problem D. Looking for a solution