Read the following advertisement and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 1 to 6. ⇱
TRAVELING WITH PET
"Can I take my pet with me? Will they be comfortable or will they be really (1) ___(1)___ ?" Are these the questions that you often ask yourself before a (2) ___(2)___ ? But that's all going to change! A travel agency has introduced a new service (3) ___(3)___ 'Pet Travel Assist'. Now you can ensure your furry friend travels safely. When you book your trip, you can access a special section about your pet's needs. You will also see the options available (4) ___(4)___ their comfort. If you want to find pet-friendly hotels and parks, look at their (5) ___(5)___ listings. And if you prefer (6) ___(6)___ activities that allow pets, check their events calendar!
Read the following advertisement and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 7 to 12. ⇱
Our Planet, Our Responsibility
Learn what simple steps we can take to make a difference for the environment.
Facts to Consider
The overuse of chemicals and fertilizers in modern farming has put pressure on (7) ___(7)___ animal species and caused significant environmental damage. Every year, millions of tons of waste, including plastic, end up in our oceans. This waste can take centuries to decompose, affecting wildlife and ecosystems as people (8) ___(8)___ more than they actually need.
What Can You Do?
- Choose products with minimal packaging to help reduce waste. For example, (9) ___(9)___ reusable shopping bags instead of single-use plastic ones.
(10) ___(10)___ buying processed food in plastic packaging, consider fresh, local produce.
- Make recycling a habit. Separate waste carefully and try to (11) ___(11)___ as many materials as possible to reduce your environmental impact.
- Through these actions, you can help decrease the (12) ___(12)___ of waste produced in our communities and protect natural habitats.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentence to make a meaningful paragraph/letter in each of the following questions. ⇱
a. Lena: Yes, I do. It's amazing to see high-rise buildings everywhere.
b. Mary: Yeah, this also creates more opportunities for jobs, education and entertainment for local people. c Mary: Hi, Lena. Do you think our city is growing very fast these days?
a. Sam: In fact, I am. After listening to you, I feel as though I won't have any problems assimilating there.
b. Tom: Yes, that's the idea. They have laws that protect and promote different cultures. Are you considering studying there too?
c. Sam: Are you still considering studying in Canada?
d. Sam: I see. It looks as if foreigners feel they are part of the society.
e. Tom: Yes. I'm learning that immigrants feel rather welcome there.
Dear Sir or Madam,
a. I am writing to enquire about a visit to your youth hostel in Bristol.
b. Please tell me whether you have beds available for those dates.
c. Although I have read about the city on the internet, I'd love to hear any tips for places to visit in the city.
d. I'll be travelling to Bristol with three mates from school and we're planning to stay for seven nights between 10 and 17 August.
e. I look forward to getting an answer from you in due course so that we can finalise the details of our visit.
Yours faithfully, Hazel Jones.
a. For example, if you are passionate about working with people and helping them develop, you may consider becoming a social worker or a teacher.
b. Spend time thinking about what you want to do, and list what you are good at.
c. First, learn about yourself and discover your personality type, beliefs, soft skills, and interests.
d. If you are interested in languages, history, art, and architecture, you might look at jobs in the tourist industry.
e. This can help you come up with a career path that matches your personality.
a. Now music could be communicated efficiently, and succeeding generations would know something about the music of their ancestors.
b. It was the development of a standard musical notation in the 11th century that allowed music to be documented in a physical form.
c. In particular a written language can convey lots of information about past events, places, people and things.
d. But it is difficult to describe music in words, and even more difficult to specify’ a tune.
e. Over the years many human endeavours have had the benefit of language.
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In November 2021, world leaders met in Glasgow, in Scotland, for the COP26 summit. (18) ___(18)___. Many countries promised to become "carbon neutral" before 2050. (19) ___(19)___. World leaders agree that we have to stop using coal and oil to generate heat and electricity; we should use green energy sources instead, known as "renewables."
The cleanest electricity comes from the wind and the sun, (20) ___(20)___. Then there is another big problem; we cannot depend on solar power and the wind, because the sun does not shine at night, and the wind does not blow all the time. These kinds of green power are not reliable, so we need other ideas too.
Climate change (21) ___(21)___. Many countries are now producing less CO2 and less air pollution than they used to. Cars are cleaner, heating is cleaner, more things are being recycled. The problem lies in poorer countries (22) ___(22)___; it also lies in countries like China or Poland or Greece, where coal is still a vital source of energy, of jobs or of exports.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions from 23 to 30. ⇱
Climate change is a pressing global crisis impacting every nation, as seen in events like wildfires in Canada and floods in Pakistan. Because greenhouse gas emissions have worldwide effects, such as rising temperatures and extreme weather, no country can tackle this issue on its own. The interconnected nature of our atmosphere, oceans, and ecosystems means that challenges like melting glaciers and intensified storms are global, making international cooperation absolutely essential.
Collaboration is particularly crucial for vulnerable nations. Despite contributing only a small fraction to global emissions, regions like Africa face severe consequences, such as floods and droughts. These countries need international support to build resilience and adapt to climate change impacts. Without global partnerships, efforts to address climate change would be fragmented and far less effective.
The Paris Agreement exemplifies the power of global collaboration. Adopted in 2015, it aims to limit global warming to below 2∘C and involves both developed and developing nations. This inclusivity is key, as it acknowledges that while some countries have contributed more to emissions, everyone must participate in the solution. The agreement fosters cross-border collaboration through technology sharing, financial aid, and coordinated strategies.
Isolationism is counterproductive in the climate battle. The interconnected nature of climate and global trade systems shows that no nation can solve this alone. The largest emitters, like China and the United States, need to work together. Moreover, developing countries require technology transfers and financial assistance to transition to low-carbon economies. Isolationist policies undermine this by making climate solutions costlier and harder to implement.
International frameworks also provide economic benefits, like job creation through green technology. Initiatives like the Breakthrough Agenda, launched at COP26, aim to make clean technologies affordable and accessible. This collaboration accelerates the global transition to net-zero, benefiting all nations and ensuring that advancements in renewable energy and climate adaptation are shared widely and effectively. Thus, a unified global response remains essential for safeguarding our planet's future.
(Adapted from https://greenly.earth/en-gb/blog/ecology-news)
Read the following passage about and mark the letter A, B, C, D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions from 31 to 40. ⇱
Societies and Their Challenges
(I) ChatGPT is an advanced AI language model developed by OpenAI, built to assist users with various tasks, from answering easy questions to providing advice on complex topics. (II) The model is based on a transformer neural network architecture, which enables it to generate coherent text based on the patterns.
(III) By harnessing vast amounts of information from books, websites, and other sources, ChatGPT is capable of producing responses that often seem conversational and human-like.
The development of ChatGPT has sparked widespread interest and debate. One key point of interest is its potential as a tool for education, since ChatGPT can quickly provide information on a wide array of subjects. This is especially beneficial for users seeking to understand topics in detail, whether they are students, professionals, or casual learners. However, ChatGPT is not without limitations. As a model trained solely on text data, it does not possess genuine understanding or consciousness. Moreover, it can sometimes generate incorrect or biased information due to the data it was trained on. OpenAI continues to refine the model to minimize these issues and improve its reliability.
Privacy concerns have also emerged, with users questioning how data is handled and whether interactions with ChatGPT are stored. OpenAI assures users that steps are taken to secure personal information, but the discussions on privacy highlight a broader societal concern about data security in AI. Ultimately, ChatGPT represents a significant step in the evolution of AI, demonstrating both the potential and challenges of machine learning in real-world applications. As AI technology progresses, so too will discussions on how best to use these tools responsibly and ethically. (IV)