Question 33.
A. pollute B. polluting
C. polluted D.
pollution
Question 34.
A. gets B. changes
C. turns D.
becomes
Question 35.
A. recycle B. preserve
C. keep D. reuse
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Since the world became industrialized, the number of animal species that have either become extinct or have neared extinction has increased. Bengal tigers, for instance, which
once roamed the jungles in vast numbers, now number only about 2,300. By the year 2025, it is estimated that they will become extinct. What is alarming about the case of the Bengal tiger is
that this extinction will havebeen caused almost entirely by poachers who, according to some sources, are not always interested in material gain but in personal gratification. This is an
example of the callousness that is contributing to the problem of extinction. Animals, such as Bengal tiger, as well as other endangered species, are valuable parts of the world’s ecosystem.
International laws protecting these animals must be enacted to ensure their survival and the survival of our planet.
Countries around the world have begun to deal with the problem in various ways. Some
countries, in an effort to circumvent the problem, have allocated large amounts of land to animal reserves. They then charge admission prices to help defray the costs of maintaining the
parks, and they often must also depend on world organizations for support. This money enables them to invest in equipment and patrols to protect the animals. Another response to
the increase in animal extinction is an international boycott of products made from endangered species. This has had some effect, but by itself it will not prevent animals from being hunted
and killed.
Question 36. What is the main topic of the passage? A. the Bengal tiger
B. international boycott C. endangered species
D. problems with
industrialization
Question 37. Which of the following is closest in meaning to the world “alarming” in the first
paragraph?
A. dangerous B. serious
C. gripping D. distressing
Question 38. The word “callousness” in the first paragraph could best be replaced by which
of the following?
A. indirectness B. independence C. incompetence
D.
insensitivity
Question 39. The above passage is divided into two paragraphs in order to contrast_______. A. a problem and a solution B. a statement and an illustration
C. a comparison and contrast D. specific and general information Question 40. What does the word “This” in the first paragraph refers to in the passage?
A. Bengal tigers B. Interest in material gain C. Killing animals for personal satisfaction
D. The decrease in the Bengal tiger
population
Question 41. Which of the following could best replace the word “allocated” in the second
paragraph?
A. set aside B. combined
C. organized D. taken off
Question 42. Which of the following best describes the author’s attitude? A. forgiving
B. concerned C. vindictive
D. surprised
Read of the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 43 to 50
One of the seven wonders of the ancient world, the Great Pyramid of Giza was a monument of wisdom and prophecy built as a tomb for Pharaoh Cheops in 2720 B.C . Despite
its antiquity, certain aspects of its construction makes it one of the truly wonders of the world. The thirteen- acre structure near the Nile river is a solid mass of stone blocks covered with
limestone. Inside are the number of hidden passageways and the burial chamber of the Pharaoh. It is the largest single structure in the world. The four sides of the pyramid are
aligned almost exactly on true north, south, east and west-an incredible engineering feat. The ancient Egyptians were sun worshippers and great astronomers, so computations for the Great
Pyramid were based on astronomical observations.
Explorations and detailed examinations of the base of the structure reveal many intersecting lines. Further scientific study indicates that these represent a type of timeline of
events – past, present and future. . Many of the events have been interpreted and found to coincide with known facts of the past. Others are prophesied for future generations and are
currently under investigation. Many believe that pyramids have supernatural powers and this one is no exception. Some researchers even associate it with extraterrestrial beings of ancient
past.
Was this superstructure made by ordinary beings, or one built by a race far superior to any known today?
Question 43. What has research of the base revealed? A. there are cracks in the foundation
B. Tomb robbers have stolen the
