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READING 1

Medicine
1. What does a pediatrician specialize
in treating?

a) Children
b) Eyes
c) Skin
d) Bones

Fill in the blanks exercise with choices:

2. A ____________ specializes in women's

reproductive health.
Medicine is the science and practice of
caring for patients and preventing and Choices: cardiologist, gynecologist,
treating illness. The first step in osteopath.
medicine is often diagnosis, when
3. An ______________ specializes in
doctors determine what illness or
issues related to aging.
health condition a patient has based
on their symptoms and medical tests. Choices: pediatrician, gerontologist,
Once a diagnosis is made, doctors can neurologist
provide treatments to help patients
Match exercise:
feel better or get rid of the illness.
Treatments in medicine come in many Surgeon a. Measures and
forms. Medications, like antibiotics and corrects defects
pain relievers, are drugs that work in vision
inside the body in specific ways.
Procedures like surgery can fix Optometrist b. Operates on
problems inside the body. Therapies patients
like physical therapy help patients
improve body function and manage
Pediatrician c. Specializes in
pain. Doctors also give lifestyle advice
children's health
on topics like diet and exercise to help
prevent illness in the first place.
Whatever the treatment, the main goal
of medicine is to heal sickness and
improve health.

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 ►► Comprehension Exercises
READING 2
1. Where would you buy a bag of

Shopping apples?
a) Pharmacy
b) Post office
c) Supermarket
d) Clothing store

2. Where would you have an item gift

wrapped?

a) Restaurant
Shopping is the act of going to stores
b) Book store
to look at goods and buy them. There
are many different places people can c) Grocery store
shop, like supermarkets, clothing d) Department store
boutiques, electronics stores, craft
stores, and more. People shop when Fill in the blanks exercise with choices:
they need to buy essential items like
3. Buying clothes at full price can get
food or home supplies. They also shop expensive.
for fun, when they want to treat
themselves to something special. Many people wait for ______________ so
items cost less.
The shopping process starts by
browsing items the store sells, perhaps Choices: opening day, holidays, sales
with something specific in mind to
4. Match exercise:
purchase. If an item looks appealing,
the shopper considers details like size,
color, needed features, and price. After Produce aisle a. Sold here
selecting items to buy, the shopper
takes them to a cashier counter or self Dairy section b. Fruit and
checkout station. Payment is usually vegetables
with cash, credit card, debit card, or
Butcher shop c. Milk, cheese,
mobile wallet. After paying, the
yogurt
shopper receives a receipt and carries
purchased items out of the store. Bags
help hold and organize purchased
goods on the trip back home.

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 facilitating purchases without physical
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cash changing hands.

Digital Money 130 Words

►► Comprehension Exercises

1. Which of these is a form of digital

money?
a) Check
b) Credit card
c) Cryptocurrency
d) Coins
2. What do you need to receive digital
money?
Digital money refers to currency that is
a) A bank account
exchanged online and stored in a
virtual wallet rather than in a physical b) A virtual wallet
form. Digital money allows people to c) An email account
purchase goods and services over the d) A credit card
internet using computers,
smartphones, and other devices.
Fill in the blanks with choices:
Transactions happen quickly, can be
3. Digital money transactions are
made anonymously, and avoid risks
like lost cash. processed on the _______.

Some popular forms of digital money

Choices: mailbox, blockchain, ipod,
include cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin,
stock exchange
online payment services like PayPal,
and mobile payment apps. To use
digital money, funds are transferred 4. Match exercise:
from a bank account or payment card.
The digital funds can then provide
payment to online stores and PayPal a. Mobile
payment app
merchants. People can also send digital
money peer-to-peer, splitting costs on Bitcoin b. Cryptocurrency
group purchases or paying someone
back. As more commerce moves online, Venmo c. Digital wallet
digital money provides convenience in company
 and opportunities for individuals,
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companies, and the overall economy.

Banking 126 Words

►► Comprehension Exercises

1. Which service do banks provide?

a) Education
b)Entertainment
c) Bank accounts
d) Exercise
2. Where does interest paid by
banks come from?
a)Bank investments
b) Government funds
Banking provides important money c) Service fees
management services that allow d) Reserve cash
people and businesses to earn interest, 3. Fill in the blanks with choices:
make financial transactions, and safely
Banks need __________ to fund new
store funds. Banks are financial
loans.
institutions that accept deposits and
make loans to consumers and
enterprises. Bank services include Choices: taxes, customer deposits,
checking and savings accounts, credit insurance premiums
and debit cards, and both domestic
and international money transfers.
4. Match Exercise:
Banks pay interest on customer
deposits. The funds from many
Mortgage a. Short-term loan
customers' deposits are pooled
together and used by the bank to fund Checking account b. House
new loans and investments. The profit purchase loan
made from loans and investments
allows the bank to pay interest to Overdraft c. Deposit and
deposit account holders, while keeping withdrawal
funds available for withdrawal anytime account
the customer chooses. The connection
between deposits and interest in
traditional banking provides stability
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READING 5
1. What do you need to shop online?

Online Shopping a) Cash

b) A mailbox
c) A credit card
d) A bicycle
2. Which is NOT purchased online?
a) Cars
b) Home decor
c) Digital movies
d) Groceries
Online shopping allows people to buy
goods and services directly from sellers
over the Internet. Using computers, Fill in the blanks with choices:
tablets and mobile phones, shoppers 3. Online purchases are delivered by
can browse online stores, view pictures ______________.
and read descriptions of products, and Choices: drone, email, truck
purchase items with a few clicks. Online
payment systems facilitate quick and
4. Match Exercise:
easy transactions that instantly
confirm receipt of payment.
Amazon a) Auction
Some benefits of online shopping
include convenience, ability to easily website
compare prices, access to global
selections, purchase history tracking, Ebay b) Retail giant
and tools to find deals. Popular items marketplace
purchased online include books,
electronics, toys, clothing, decorations, Etsy c) Craft goods
and household items. While lack of marketplace
physical evaluation and personal
interaction may limit some purchases,
return policies help mitigate risk when
items fail expectations. As technology
expands, online shopping promises to
grow in popularity for its efficiency and
options.

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READING 6
1. What does data analysis involve?

Data Analysis a) Data gathering

b) Data interpretation
c) Data visualization
d) All of the above

2. What is statistical analysis useful

for measuring?

a) Data gaps
b) Data outliers
c) Significance
Data analysis is the process of
d) Randomness
evaluating data to discover useful
information. Many fields rely on
Fill in the blanks with choices:
analyzing data to identify patterns,
test hypotheses, and support 3. Data analysis helps identify ______
decision-making. The data used for
and make better decisions.
analysis can be gathered from sources
like surveys, sensors, websites,
Choices: expenses, patterns, projects
experiments, and more.
4. Match Exercise:
The analysis process involves preparing
the data for evaluation, running
calculations to assess numerical
information, finding trends and
correlations through visualization Average a) Middle data
methods, interpreting the results, and point
reporting key findings. Statistical Outlier b) Typical data
analysis techniques help measure value
things like the average value, the
diversity of data points, the margin of Variance c) How scattered
error, and the significance of the data is
relationships. Data analysis provides
organizations insights that can improve
processes, guide strategies, and reveal
new opportunities.

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 architectural work becomes a lasting
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part of the community fabric.

Architecture 116 Words

►► Comprehension Exercises

1. What does an architect create?

a) Sculptures
b) Roads
c) Equipment
d) Buildings
2. What is an architectural model
used for?
a) Decoration
Architecture is both the process and b) Planning
product of designing buildings and c) Construction
other structures. Architects consider d) Measurement
aesthetic appeal, functionality, and
constructing methods to create spaces
Fill in the blanks with choices:
that serve human activities. Key
architectural works include private 3. The form and _______ are key
residences, office towers, museums, aspects of architectural design.
government centers, houses of worship,
and even bridges. Choices: function, foundation, height

The architecture process balances

artistic expression with technical 4. Match Exercise:
feasibility. Initial drawings and models
capture the visual concept.
Calculations ensure structural Blueprint a) Construction
guide
soundness. Documents specify building
requirements for engineers and Maquette b) Scale model
contractors during physical
construction. The best architecture
Arch c) Curved
thoughtfully addresses client needs structure
within the realities of a site, budget
constraints, building materials, zoning
laws, and the lasting impression the
edifice can make. The completed
 and shelter communities through
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organizational feats of construction.

Civil Engineering 131 Words

►► Comprehension Exercises

1. What does a civil engineer

design?
a) Computer systems
b) Medical equipment
c) Building foundations
d) Helicopters
2. What is an essential task for a civil
engineer?
a) Technology research
Civil engineering is a field of
engineering focused on designing and b) Project presentation
constructing infrastructure projects. c) Infrastructure inspection
Civil engineers plan, design, and
manage the construction of essential d) Machine assembly
structures like roads, railways, bridges,
tunnels, water supply and sewage Fill in the blanks with choices:
systems, dams, and buildings. Their
work creates and maintains 3. Civil engineers measure site
infrastructure vital to modern
_______ and terrain to inform their work.
communities.

A civil engineer's work starts by Choices:

surveying sites firsthand to assess finances,elevations,communications
conditions and map requirements.
Design software helps plan technical 4. Match Exercise:
details and simulate challenges like
weight loads and water flow. Drawings
outline building specifications so Culvert a) Allows water
construction crews know correct passage
materials and techniques for safety
and compliance with regulations. Civil Girder b) Long support
engineers oversee activity onsite, beam
troubleshoot issues during building, Topography c) Land surface
manage budgets and schedules, and shape
document infrastructure for ongoing
maintenance needs after completion.
Their technical creativity helps connect
READING 9 ►► Comprehension Exercises

Communication 1. What is communication based

on?
a) Transportation
b) Observation
c) Relationships
d) Instructions

2. What does nonverbal communication

include?

Communication is the exchange of a) Emails

information between individuals or b) Signs
groups through speaking, writing,
c) Body language
symbols, or body language. Effective
communication transmits messages d) Letters
that are received and understood as
they were intended. A communication Fill in the blanks with choices:
cycle with a sender, receiver, message,
and feedback is key for mutual 3. A conversation works best with
understanding.
good ______ from both parties.
Modes of communication utilize
speaking, listening, observing, Choices: feedback, grammar, questions
questioning, analyzing and gesturing.
Verbal communication conveys 4. Match Exercise:
meaning through words while
nonverbal communication does so
through cues like facial expressions Sender a) Receives
and posture. Good communication message
involves sending clear messages,
actively listening, comprehending Nonverbal cues b) Conveys
contexts, and providing useful information
feedback. Breakdowns in
communication lead to Listening c) Understanding
misunderstandings, confusion and body language
missed opportunities between people.
Skillful communicators adapt to
situations, bridge differences and
make themselves understood.

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READING 10
1. What does bookkeeping provide?

Bookkeeping a) Business advice

b) Financial clarity
c) Investment tips
d) Legal help
2. When are financial transactions
recorded?
a) Yearly
b) Daily
c) Weekly
Bookkeeping is the organized process d) Monthly
of tracking financial transactions and
records for businesses and Fill in the blanks with choices:
organizations. Careful bookkeeping
3. Bookkeeping creates a _________ of
provides detailed documentation that
allows a business to plan budgets, financial activity.
review past performance, assess
financial health, and guide strategic Choices: journal, schedule, trail
decisions.

The bookkeeping process records when 4. Match Exercise:

money comes in or goes out, where it Expense a) Owns the
originates, why the transaction business
occurred, and how much is involved.
This creates a historical paper trail Ledger b) Money spent
usually managed through journal
entries and ledgers. While automated Owner c) Book where
systems help organize volumes of accounts are
transactions, human oversight spots totaled
problems. The orderly, accurate
bookkeeping process summarizes
economic events into useable financial
statements that provide clarity and
insight on earnings, expenses, assets,
liabilities, and profitability.

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 and practical wisdom from an engaged
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citizenry.

Politics 113 Words

►► Comprehension Exercises

1. What does politics involve?

a) Agriculture
b) Business
c) Governance
d) Economics
2. What is an important political
process?
a) Shopping
Politics refers to activities associated b) Driving
with governance, especially on forming c) Cooking
policies and power relations within d) Voting
groups. Political processes shape
history, guide economic welfare, and
Fill in the blanks with choices:
define social relations in terms of rights
and representations. 3. Dialogue and _____ can lead to fair
political compromises.
Processes in politics often involve
Choices: protests, debates, silence
negotiating compromises and resolving
conflicts. Key aspects include political
parties debating ideas and competing 4. Match Exercise:
for leadership roles in domestic and
international affairs through elections.
Government a) Views for
Politics emerges from people
change
organizing power structures, voices of
influence, divisions of labor, and Political party b) Official
resource allocation. Reasoned controllers
dialogue, informed participation,
Opposition c) Group
principled dissent, and commitment to
seeking power
human rights represent political
engagement at its best. For modern
self-governance, politics requires civic
virtues like courage, justice, empathy
 unified under common legal
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frameworks see greater cooperation

The origin of Laws

and collective success. When crafted
through inclusive democratic
processes, standardized laws can
represent society’s highest shared
values of fairness and justice.

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1. What was an early set of laws?

Laws originate from social traditions,
religious teachings, and government
authority as formalized rules that
regulate behavior within societies.
Early laws codified moral norms about
matters like property, contracts,
injuries to others. Codes like the
Babylonian Code of Hammurabi and
ancient Roman Twelve Tables set forth
societal order and consequences for
violations.
a) The Code of Uruk
b) The English Bill of Rights
c) The Code of Hammurabi
d) The United Nations Charter
2. How do modern laws originate?
a) Scholarly study
b) Societal consensus
c) Judicial precedent
d) Religious instruction
Fill in the blanks with choices:
3. Laws reflect changing ____ and ____

Modern laws emerge through over time.

deliberation and consensus on what Choices: technologies, violations, values
conduct should be formally prohibited
or protected by state power. Legislative 4. Match Exercise:
bodies draft bills that outline proposed
statutes. Once enacted, laws provide
stability while allowing reform as Legislature a) Passes
cultural values and technological judgement
capabilities evolve over decades and
Courts b) Makes laws
centuries. The judicial branch also
influences laws through interpretations
that create binding precedent in Congress c) Reviews laws
deciding legal disputes. While laws
differ across jurisdictions, nations
 inspire action. While words provide
READING 13
clear direction, evocative images

The image in
create lasting impressions.

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Graphic Design ►► Comprehension Exercises

1. What do images communicate?

a) Data
b) Emotions
c) Preferences
d) Directions
2. Why use images in design?
a) Decoration
b) Navigation
Images are essential elements in c) Interaction
graphic design that convey concepts d) Presentation
and emotions. From photographs to
illustrations, shapes, icons, and
Fill in the blanks with choices:
typography, images engage viewers to
see messages and meaning. Images 3. Thoughtful image choice requires
can quickly establish identity, mood, understanding the _______ and
relationships, movement, highlighting _______.
the adage “a picture is worth a Choices:
thousand words”.
composition, audience, message
Graphic artists carefully select and edit
visuals that meet communication 4. Match Exercise:
goals. Images choices align with
audience attributes and context.
Balance, flow, contrast, and harmony Typography a) Visual theme
provide visual cohesion. Images and
text integrate seamlessly, reinforced Flow b) Text style
through consistent style and smart use
of empty space. Careful image Concept c) Layout
selection simplifies interfaces and movement
signage for intuitive navigation.
Powerful images spark curiosity, build
connections on a human level, and
 images forges positive associations.
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For maximum impact, great
advertising images inspire consumers
The use of image while communicating benefits in a
glance.

in Advertisement 126 Words

►► Comprehension Exercises

1. Why are images powerful in

advertisements?
a) They entertain
b) They motivate
c) They decorate
d) They inform
2. What do advertising images
visualize?
a) Locations
b) Benefits

Images play a vital role in c) Features

advertisements by quickly capturing d) Pricing
attention and conveying advertiser
messages. Compelling advertisements Fill in the blanks with choices:
rely on strategic use of color,
composition, concept, and text
3. Advertising images appeal to
integration to resonate with target
audiences. Images that connect to consumers ______ and ______.
viewers’ emotions and values can make
campaigns more memorable. Choices: behaviors, values, finances

Advertisers carefully select images that 4. Match Exercise:

appeal to consumer demographics and
psychographics. A diverse image
library helps tailor messaging for Composition a) Cultural
different cultures and lifestyles. Images group
that spark curiosity entice engagement
while reinforcing brand attributes Concept b) Arrangement
through visual cues extending across of visual
marketing touchpoints. Clever use of elements
image pairs and sequences visualize
“before and after” transformations Demographics c) Message
that products can enable. The strategic
placement of logos within natural
 policy reforms when needed. Overall,
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the economy shapes regional living
standards.
Economy 133 Words

►► Comprehension Exercises

1. What does an economy involve?

a) Goods production
b) Resource distribution
c) Service provision
d) All of the above
2. What guides company decisions in
market economies?
a) Customs
An economy refers to the production,
b) Votes
distribution and consumption of goods
and services within a society. How c) Price signals
people use limited resources fulfills d) Production quotas
basic survival needs and material
desires. An economy involves exchange Fill in the blanks with choices:
facilitated through money, pricing 3. The economy influences a society's
mechanisms, resource allocation, and ____ and ____ over decades.
government policies guiding economic
priorities. Choices:
innovations, employment, stability
Different economies take different
approaches to balance competing
goals like rapid growth, low inflation, 4. Match Exercise:
high employment, environmental
protection etc. Traditional economies Supply a) Amount
rely on customs for decisions, purchased
command economies centralize
control, while market economies
leverage supply, demand and pricing Demand b) Amount
signals to determine production. available to buy
Individual workers contribute through
specialization and trade. Businesses
Consumption c) Desire and
manage operations, investment
capital, and payroll flows that ability to buy
represent substantial economic
activity. Tracking key economic
indicators over time (GDP, interest
rates etc.) aids long term planning and
READING 15 address customer needs. Agile and
data-driven decision making allows

Business Intelligence companies to take calculated risks,

preempt challenges in the competitive
landscape, and accelerate growth. This
and Economy collectively lifts national prosperity.

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►► Comprehension Exercises

1. What is business intelligence

based on?
a) Company data
b) Academic research
c) Manager experience
d) Industry benchmarks
2. How can business data analytics
Business intelligence refers to the
processes and tools companies use to help a company?
gather, analyze, and derive actionable a) Cut operating expenses
insights from organizational data.
b) Improve hiring
Applying analytics aids complex
business decision-making to strengthen c) Identify new opportunities
competitiveness and resiliency. At an d) All of the above
economy level, sound business
intelligence across industries promotes
innovation, productive efficiencies, and Fill in the blanks with choices:
overall economic health. 3. Business intelligence leads to ___
that support the overall economy.
Choices:
Companies today capture volumes of
data - from finances, operations, innovations, technologies, predictions
payroll, inventory, sales, customer
transactions etc. Sophisticated
4. Match Exercise:
business intelligence systems transform
this big data into descriptive,
predictive and prescriptive insights.
Identifying trends, modeling scenarios, Finance a) Customer
and detecting strategic opportunities transactions
allows more informed business Sales b) Monetary
planning aligned to economic realities. department
When dwelling in the data is
democratized across the workforce, Inventory c) Available
business can leverage insights faster to stock
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READING 16
1. What does e-commerce provide?
E-commerce a) Global market reach
b) Better inventory
c) Faster shipping
d) Lower taxes
2. How do customers pay for online
purchases?
a) Check
b) Store credit
E-commerce refers to buying and
c) Digital payment
selling goods or services online or over
the Internet. E-commerce provides d) Cash
convenience for customers to browse
and purchase items from electronic
Fill in the blanks with choices:
stores anytime, anywhere. Websites
and mobile apps display product 3. E-commerce success depends on
pictures and details to aid purchase _________ and ________.
decisions. Payment happens remotely
through secure digital checkout Choices: privacy, security, convenience
processes.
4. Match Exercise:
For sellers, e-commerce opens access
to broad markets beyond geographic
borders. Companies carefully construct
online stores highlighting products Website a) Order
likely most appealing based on site delivery
analytics. Competitive pricing,
compelling images, and targeted Checkout b) Product
promotions convert site traffic into display space
sales. Digital order information
Fulfillment c) Digital
seamlessly flows into inventory,
payment
fulfillment and delivery coordination.
While logistics span the physical and
digital domains, automation boosts
efficiency. E-commerce empowers
entrepreneurship and customization,
though cybersecurity remains an
imperative to build customer trust.
Through global 24/7 access,
e-commerce drives economic growth.

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READING 17
1. What does administration involve?
Administration a) Data entry
b) Decision-making
c) Research
d) Strategizing
2. What does an administrator focus
on?
a) Policy setting
b) Field expertise
c) Daily operations

Administration refers to the range of d) Public relations

activities involved in managing the
operations of business, government,
Fill in the blanks with choices:
and other organizations. From people
and resources to processes and 3. Good administration relies on ____
strategy, skilled administrators and ____.
coordinate elements that enable
Choices:
institutional success.
creativity, problem-solving, research
Effective administration relies on
leadership to set direction along with
insight from finance, human resources, 4. Match Exercise:
project management and stakeholder
engagement. Administrators problem
solve current needs while anticipating Resources a) Institutional
future opportunities. Mastering basics direction
like scheduling, documentation,
equipment allocation, and Vision b) Needed
requirements analysis allows larger supplies
vision to unfold. Administration also
handles assessing effectiveness and Leadership c) Guidance
devising improvements to systems, from a top
staffing, expenses or oversight through
evidence-based evaluation. With
reliable administration, directors can
focus on progress toward wider
organizational goals to better serve
constituents and promote sustainable
growth.

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READING 18 life-enriching opportunities for visitors
and hosts alike.

Tourism 130 Words

►► Comprehension Exercises

1. What does tourism involve?

a) Local travel
b) International travel
c) Both local and international
d) Neither local nor international
2. How do tourists learn about
destinations?
a) Friends and family
Tourism refers to recreational travel b) Guide books
away from one's normal place of
residence. Tourism allows experiences c) Website research
of new cultures, environments, d) All the above
activities, cuisine and more. Popular
tourism destinations offer attractions Fill in the blanks with choices:
like amusement parks, beaches,
theaters, museums, music and sporting
3. Tourism relies on hospitality and
events that draw visitors locally and
globally. __________ between visitors and hosts.
Choices: infrastructure, respect, crowds
Tourism relies on transportation
infrastructure, hospitality services and
4. Match Exercise:
positive local-visitor interactions.
Tourists research locations online,
purchase tickets or packages, and Attractions a) Transport
arrive as welcomed guests. Tourism options
industries like accommodation, dining,
retail, transportation, and Amenities b) Sites to see
entertainment cater to tourist desires
while sharing area highlights. Tourism Transportation c) Services
impacts local economies, employs
residents in jobs, fosters cross-cultural
connections, and supports preservation
of natural and man-made treasures
when sustaining the commons.
Meaningful tourism balances
enjoyment with responsible travel so
economic gains mitigate
inconveniences. Overall, tourism opens
 support not just economic aims, but
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human rights and dignity.

Environment 138 Words

►► Comprehension Exercises

1. What makes up the environment?

a) Air
b) Water
c) Animals
d) All of the above
2. What can damage the
environment?
a) Energy use
The environment refers to the natural b) Industry
world and physical surroundings in a c) Urbanization
given area. This includes land, air,
water, plants, animals, climate, natural d) All of the above
resources, and the ways human activity
impacts these elements. Environment Fill in the blanks with choices:
provides the living context that
sustains biodiversity and enables 3. Sustainability aims for
human habitation, economics, and environmental _______ and _______.
culture.
Choices: health, pollution, employment
A healthy environment has clean air
and water, balanced ecosystems, and 4. Match Exercise:
provides natural resources in
sustainable ways. Human practices like Climate a) Biological
agriculture, transportation, diversity
construction and waste management
interact with the environment, often Biodiversity b) Atmospheric
degrading habitat, biodiversity and patterns
climate stability today. Sustainable
solutions reduce pollution through Ecosystems c) Habitat
conservation, responsible industry interactions
regulation, and activism to remedy
environmental threats. As people better
understand their connection with
nature, stewarding a thriving
environment for generations to come
becomes an urgent shared goal. A
stable climate and robust natural world
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Biochemistry
Biochemistry is the study of chemical
processes in living organisms. It
explores the substances that make up
living matter and the chemical
reactions underlying life processes.
Biochemists examine the structure and
function of cellular components like
proteins, lipids, carbohydrates and
nucleic acids.
1. What does biochemistry focus on?
a) Atomic particles
b) Biological processes
c) Laboratory techniques
d) Chemical engineering
2. How does biochemistry aim to
improve human health?
a) New drug development
b) Better nutrition
c) Virus control
d) All of the above
Fill in the blanks with choices:
3. Biochemistry helps explain the ____
between ____ and function in living
things.
Choices: diversity, relation, location

Understanding biochemistry helps

explain metabolism, nutrition, signaling 4. Match Exercise:
between cells, energy production, and
Metabolism a) Information
the biochemical causes of disease. molecule
Biochemists utilize techniques like
spectroscopy, chromatography, DNA Lipids b) Cellular
technology and rational drug design to energy
address both basic research questions processes
and practical applications. Improving
human health is a major goal of DNA c) Fats and oils
biochemistry research, along with
agricultural and environmental
advances that provide more
sustainable resources for the planet.
From molecular biology in genomes to
the vast ecosystem web supporting life,
biochemistry reveals the varied
chemical complexities underlying our
biological world.

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READING 21
1. What does energy allow us to do?
Energy a) Communicate
b) Improve
c) Work
d) Create
2. Where does renewable energy
come from?
a) The sun
b) Wind
c) Water
Energy is the ability to do work, power
d) All of the above
processes, and cause change. As the
driving force in nature, energy comes
in many forms like kinetic, potential, Fill in the blanks with choices:
thermal, chemical and more. Primary
sources of energy include fossil fuels 3. Energy transforms between
like coal and oil, nuclear fuel, and different ______ but cannot be
renewables like solar, wind and ______.
hydropower. Energy cannot be created
or destroyed, only transformed Choices: forms, created, destroyed
between forms in adherence to
physical laws.
4. Match Exercise:
Societies utilize energy for Kinetic a) Stored power
transportation, electricity, heating,
manufacturing, and technologies that Potential b) Heat energy
elevate living standards. Individuals
consume energy from food. While Thermal c) Motion
energy enables productivity, overuse energy
depletes resources and harms
ecosystems. Pursuing energy efficiency
and conservation balances utilization
with planetary limits. Transitioning to
cleaner renewable sources mitigates
climate change impacts from
greenhouse gasses emitted by fossil
fuel dependency. Fundamentally,
energy propels all activity and life, its
wise harnessing key to sustainable
futures.

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READING 22 multimedia continues to evolve with
innovative, impactful applications.

Multimedia 128 Words

►► Comprehension Exercises

1. What does multimedia involve?

a) Video
b) Graphics
c) Audio
d) All of the above
2. Where is multimedia content
used?
a) Marketing
Multimedia refers to using a b) Training
combination of media types including
text, audio, images, video, and c) Gaming
animation to convey information. d) All of the above
Multimedia provides diverse sensory
input that engages audiences in a rich
immersive experience. The nonlinear Fill in the blanks with choices:
nature of multimedia also allows 3. Multimedia provides an ____ and
interactivity and exploration.
_____ experience.
Multimedia has become pervasive in Choices: inactive, immersive, technical
the digital era for purposes like
education, journalism, entertainment,
marketing, and more. Multimedia 4. Match Exercise:
production requires creativity and
Text a) Moving
technical skills to effectively integrate
images
content forms. Digital tools enable
assembling images, audio clips, Animation b) Written
animations and text into a cohesive information
presentation. Understanding cognitive
science principles helps structure Video c) Simulated
content for maximal impact tailored to motion
goals and audiences. When
thoughtfully constructed, multimedia
builds engagement, enhances
retention, and allows efficient
communication across languages and
cultures. The stimulating world of
READING 23 utilize molecules to build a more
resilient world.

Chemical 123 Words

Engineering ►► Comprehension Exercises

1. What do chemical engineers

create?
a) Computer programs
b) Medical treatments
c) Industrial processes
d) Communication systems
2. Why are experiments important for
chemical engineers?
a) Verify results
b) Test materials
Chemical engineering involves the
design and operation of processes that c) Inspire ideas
convert raw materials into valuable d) All of the above
products. Chemical engineers apply
physics, chemistry, biology and
engineering principles to manage the Fill in the blanks with choices:
transformation of matter and energy in 3. Chemical engineers apply
safe, sustainable, economical ways.
knowledge in ____ and _____.
Key responsibilities include planning Choices: chemistry, physics, equipment
and conducting experiments, testing
and analyzing samples, designing
chemical production facilities and 4. Match Exercise:
equipment, identifying process
optimization opportunities, developing
safety procedures, and overseeing Process a) Raw starting
plant operations. Chemical engineers materials
enhance lives by helping produce fuels,
foods, fabrics, medicines, clean water, Optimization b) Series of
and numerous other essential actions
materials. Their expertise also enables
Feedstock c) Improvement
innovations like new batteries, method
biomaterials, and efficient waste
recycling. With society facing urgent
challenges from climate change to
public health, chemical engineers will
continue advancing solutions that
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with data analysis for customer-centric
social marketing.
Marketing and Social 135 Words
Networks ►► Comprehension Exercises

1. Why are social networks useful for

marketing?
a) Global reach
b) Targeted ads
c) Brand engagement
d) All of the above

2. What gets measured on social

Social networks provide marketing networks?
opportunities through platforms like
Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube a) Impressions
and more. The high engagement and b) Clicks
communities found on social networks
allow brands to connect with target c) Sentiment
audiences and influence purchasing d) All of the above
decisions. Successful social network
marketing requires creativity, strategy
and understanding unique platform Fill in the blanks with choices:
cultures. 3. Social network marketing aims
Marketers publish relevant, engaging for ____, ____ and conversions.
content that gets shared organically on Choices:
social networks. Contests, branded
hashtags, and video campaigns create awareness, content, conversations
buzz. Advertising on social networks
targets demographics likely most 4. Match Exercise:
interested in the brand. Analyzing
metrics like followers, clicks and Instagram a) Photo sharing
conversions guides effective network
marketing. While ads display to users,
developing genuine relationships and Engagement b) Business
cultivating brand advocates matters focused network
most on social networks. Overall, social
networks grant marketers extensive LinkedIn c) Video sharing
reach and insights to promote brands network
24/7 worldwide. The future promises
 humans in their most vulnerable
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moments.

Biomedical 116 Words

Engineering ►► Comprehension Exercises

1. What is a goal of biomedical

engineering?
a) Scientific discovery
b) Medical treatment
c) Healthcare technology
d) Drug development
2. What do biomedical engineers
create?
a) Software
Biomedical engineering integrates
engineering principles and techniques b) Equipment
with medical and biological sciences c) Medicines
for healthcare solutions. Biomedical
engineers enhance diagnosis, d) Procedures
monitoring, and treatment of patients
by developing devices and clinical
procedures that leverage cutting-edge Fill in the blanks with choices:
technology. 3. Biomedical engineering combines
Some common biomedical engineering knowledge from ____ and ____.
applications include designing robotic Choices: electronics, physics, medicine
surgical instruments, implantable
devices like pacemakers, rehabilitation
equipment for disabilities, advanced
4. Match Exercise:
medical imaging systems, and
biosensors to detect biomarkers. With Imaging a) Surgical tools
innovations guided by a
patient-centered mindset, biomedical Biosensors b) Rehabilitation
engineers aim to improve therapeutic devices
outcomes, accessibility and quality of
life for diverse populations. Their Implants c) Scans of the
multidisciplinary work also helps move body
scientific discoveries from the
laboratory to the patient’s bedside
efficiently and safely. Overall,
biomedical engineering bridges
modern technology with care for
READING 26 ►► Comprehension Exercises

Logistics
1. What is a goal of logistics?
a) Marketing
b) Customer service
c) Manufacturing
d) Sales
2. What does logistics involve?
a) Sourcing
b) Transportation
c) Inventory
d) All of the above
Logistics refers to the overall process
of managing the flow of resources
between a point of origin and a Fill in the blanks with choices:
destination in order to meet
requirements. Efficient logistics 3. Efficient logistics requires ____
involves coordinating transportation, and ____.
inventory, warehousing, packaging and
security in a cost-effective manner. For Choices:
businesses, logistics aims to deliver the teamwork, flexibility, automation
right product to the right place at the
right time for optimal customer service.

Logistics professionals carefully plan 4. Match Exercise:

delivery routes, vehicle loading,
storage procedures and infrastructure.
They track items in transit, handle Warehouse a) Delivery
documentation, and monitor progress vehicle
using logistics management software.
When disruptions like weather delays Documentation b) Item
occur, dynamic logistics responds with storage
contingency plans as needed. Logistics
expertise also extends to reverse Truck c) Record
processes for returns, waste disposal or keeping
recycling. As global supply chains grow
in complexity, skilled logistics enables
responsive operations, sustainable
practices and competitive strength
across industries.

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READING 27 ►► Comprehension Exercises

Production Line
1. What does a production line
create?
a) Designs
b) Prototypes
c) Products
d) Materials
2. How are tasks arranged on a
production line?
a) Randomly
b) Sequentially
c) Simultaneously
A production line is an assembly d) Vertically
process arranged to manufacture
products efficiently. Workers stationed
along the production line each Fill in the blanks with choices:
complete specialized repetitive tasks
as items move from one workstation to 3. An efficient production line has
the next. The segmented workflow proper ____ and ____.
maximizes output through continuity
and division of labor. Choices: automation, balance, safety

Well-designed production lines position

workers and equipment in a logical 4. Match Exercise:
order matching workflow. Sufficient
resources at each station prevent Workflow a) Worker rest
slowdowns. Proper line balancing area
distributes tasks evenly to avoid idle
time or congestion. Automation like Stations b) Production
conveyor belts or robots can optimize steps
the pace and reduce human effort for
Breakrooms c) Task points
heavy or hazardous tasks. Effective
production lines increase consistency,
lower costs and provide flexibility to
adjust output. With thoughtful
organization, the synchronized
production line boosts productivity,
accuracy and safety.

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