I. Choose the word, phrase, or sentence that best fits the space in each sentence or best answers the question. (3.5 pts). ⇱
II. Look at the sign or the notice. Choose the best answer for questions 15 and 16. (0.5 pt) ⇱
III. Choose the word that best fits the blank space in the following passage. (1.5 pts) ⇱
This car runs on chocolate!
Scientists have built a 300kph racing car that uses chocolate as a fuel! The project is (17) ________ to show how car-making could (18) ________ environmentally friendly. The car meets all racing cars (19) ________ apart from its fuel. This is a mixture of waste chocolate and vegetable oil, and such ‘biofuels’ are not allowed in the sport yet. It has to be mixed with normal fuel so that all parts of the car keep (20) ________.
Carrots and other root vegetables were used to make some parts inside and outside the car. Even the mirrors are made (21) ________ potatoes! The sides of the car contain a mixture of natural materials from plants (22) ________ other recycled materials.
The project is still young, so the scientists have not yet found out how ‘green’ the car is.
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IV. Read the following passage. Decide if the statements from 23 to 26 are True or False. Choose the correct answer for questions 27 and 28. (1.5 pts) ⇱
Life in the past was very different from life today. People lived simpler lives and relied on basic technologies to accomplish daily tasks. Unlike the present, where technology is integral to almost every aspect of life, in the past, people used manual tools and methods for everything from cooking to transportation.
Transportation in the past was much slower and less convenient compared to today. People primarily traveled on foot, by horse, or by carriage. Long-distance journeys were arduous and time-consuming, often taking weeks or months to complete. There were no cars, trains, or airplanes to make travel faster and more comfortable.
Communication was also a challenge in the past. Without smartphones or the internet, people relied on letters sent by post to communicate over long distances. It could take days, if not weeks, for a letter to reach its destination. As a result, staying in touch with loved ones who lived far away was much more difficult than it is today.
Despite these challenges, life in the past had its own charm and simplicity. Communities were tight-knit, and neighbors often relied on each other for support and companionship. Families spent more time together, engaging in activities like storytelling and board games rather than being glued to screens.
Today, while we enjoy the conveniences of modern life, it's important to appreciate the lessons we can learn from the past. Understanding how people lived in earlier times can help us appreciate the advancements we've made and remind us of the value of simplicity and human connection.