A.

LISTENING (60 pts)

HƯỚNG DẪN PHẦN THI NGHE HIỂU
 Bài nghe gồm 4 phần, mỗi phần được nghe 2 lần, mỗi lần cách nhau 20 giây, mở đầu và kết thúc
mỗi phần nghe có tín hiệu.
 Mở đầu và kết thúc bài nghe có tín hiệu nhạc. Thí sinh có 3 phút để hoàn chỉnh bài trước tín hiệu
nhạc kết thúc bài nghe.
 Mọi hướng dẫn cho thí sinh (bằng tiếng Anh) đã có trong bài nghe.

Part 1. You will hear a speaker talking about Midlands Arts Centre. First, you have 30 seconds
to look at Part 1. Then, listen and decide whether the following sentences are True (T) or False
(F) according to what you hear. Write your answers in the box provided. (10 pts)

1. The main purpose of the new Arts Centre is to provide entertainment and education opportunities.
2. The permanent art exhibits can be found in Exhibition Room B.
3. The Drawing Workshop is for cartoonists.
4. The Youth Band and Choir are performing at two different venues.
5. The last event of the evening is in the Studio Theatre.
Your answers
1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Part 2. You will hear a manager talking to his staff about recent changes being made to the factory
complex. Listen and answer questions 6-10, using NO MORE THAN THREE words for each
answer. (15 points)

1. What do staff need to get themselves through the security gate?

_______________________________________

2. How is the new operating system expected to work?

_______________________________________

3. What have the former dividing walls been replaced with?

_______________________________________

4. What has been added to the walls and ceilings?

_______________________________________

5. According to the speaker, what could be facilitated by the newly designated rooms for project
work?

_______________________________________

Your answers
1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

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Part 3. You will a conversation between two friends who have just attended a workshop for
people who want to increase their self-esteem. Choose the answer (A, B, C or D) which fits best
according to what you hear. Write your answers in the corresponding boxes provided. (15 pts)
1. Following the workshop, both speakers seem to agree that _______.
A. they are looking forward to applying what they learnt
B. they’re likely to become unrecognizable to their family and friends
C. the woman’s therapist would have disagreed with a lot of what they heard
D. improving self-esteem isn’t something you can learn to do
2. What view is expressed about fear?
A. that some forms of fear are easier to overcome than others
B. that to develop self-esteem you must first be fearless
C. that being afraid forces you to take control of situations
D. that it is something we must learn to face up to
3. In the man’s opinion, _______.
A. being unduly apologetic may let others take advantage of you
B. being fair to others will boost your feelings of self-worth
C. apologizing always increases your feelings of self-doubt
D. there’s no point in saying sorry to people that you don’t respect
4. What does the woman suggest about self-criticism?
A. It’s always harmful even if you rephrase it in a more positive way.
B. It can have a debilitating effect on your self-image.
C. Being self-critical is a habit she feels confident she can get out of.
D. It’s beneficial to be aware of our faults before others point them out.
5. According to the speakers, what did the workshops leader imply about our accomplished friends?
A. Comparing ourselves to others is bound to leave us feeling worthless.
B. We should end our relationship with people who we think are too good for us.
C. Our relationship with them is proof of our own merit.
D. Only when we are confident will we see our friends’ real faults.
Your answers
1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Part 4. You will hear a talk about how Facebook collect its users’ data. Listen and fill in the gaps
with a word/ phrase from the recording. Use NO MORE THAN 3 words for each gap. (20 pts)

1. The general public assume that Facebook can only collect data they choose to ______ online such as
their names, ages, or interests.

2. In actual fact, Facebook combine them with other sources of data in order to ______ of its users.

3. Signals such as ______ enable FB to figure out your relationship status.

4. Facebook can have access to location data through location tracking features, which is utilized to
______ at the user.

5. Facebook is even capable of tracking your offline purchases thanks to their partnerships with ______.

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6. For instance, a Facebook user could get online advertisements for ______ if they use their Facebook-
linked credit card to pay for a ______ in real life.

7. People You May Know feeds on your location data, or your ______.

8. Geofeedia, claiming to have helped the Baltimore Police Department to monitor and respond to
protests, is a service that ______ from social networks.

9. In a way, Facebook is able to speculate about their users’ ______.

Your answers
1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
6. 7. 8. 9.

B. LEXICO AND GRAMMAR (20 pts)

Part 1. Choose the answer A, B, C, or D that best completes each of the following sentences.
Write your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes. (10 pts)
1. Our company will have spent $2 million on developing it ________.
A. by the time the software goes on sale next month
B. after the software goes on sale next month
C. as soon as the software has gone on sale
D. immediately after the software went on sale
2. _______ the age of 21, the couple got married in a small chapel in Las Vegas.
A. When reached B. Reached C. As reaching D. Upon reaching
3. In this period, there were 974 outbreaks of ______ disease attributed to the consumption of raw
milk.
A. communication B. communicable C. communicate D. communicatively
4. The baby stopped crying for a brief moment to pick up the doll, and then _______ crying as if
nothing had happened.
A. went on B. got on C. went off D. got off
5. Tabloid magazines still exist for the reason that most people enjoy ______ gossips about celebrities’
private lives.
A. juicy B. meaty C. fruity D. fleshy
6. Like many of the girls growing up during the war, Helena had a keen ____________for a bargain.

A. eye B. hand C. head D. ear

7. After roughly five days, power has been ______ for much of the area; however, many homes still
remain without running water.
A. restored B. preserved C. conserved D. reserved
8. Such TV programmes do indeed reflect the ethnic and cultural _______ of the country.
A. majority B. diversity C. alternatives D. minority

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9. It took the sculptor months to complete his work of art, and finally it ______ to life, vivid and
impressive.
A. brought B. went C. came D. made
10. Sarah is very worried about her job interview. She is having ______ in her stomach.
A. birds B. butterflies C. flies D. ants

Your answers
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.

Part 2. Give the correct form of each bracketed word in each sentence. (10 pts)
1. It’s important that the criminals who assaulted the mayor’s wife should be brought to ………… in
the shortest possible time. (JUST)
2. During the different ______, the Thang Long Imperial Citadel was expanded. (DYNASTY)
3. Are all those………… they put in food really necessary? (ADD)
4. Meeting her sooner or later is ………… (AVOID)
5. She has only a ………… knowledge of the subject. (RUDIMENT)
6. The change in her voice was scarcely ………… (PERCEPTION)
7. The President’s successful visit abroad has ………… his position (FORCE)
8. Don’t be ………… by this failure as you still have one more chance. (HEART)
9. What most of us remember from history books are the ………… events (CLIMAX)
10. In this profession men ………… women by two to one. (NUMBER)
Your answers
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.

III. READING (60 pts)

Part 1. Read the text below and think of the word which best fits each space. Use only ONE
WORD in each space. Write your answers in the space provided. (15 pts)

During secondary education, which (1) ______ four to five years, students in Singapore have
opportunities to take various courses, build their strengths and develop their talents in (2) ______
academic and non-academic areas. For example, after passing standardised examinations, students can
enrol on courses in specialised independent schools (3) ______ as NUS High School of Mathematics
and Science, Singapore Sports School, School of the Arts, or School of Science and Technology. They
can further their study and interests at junior colleges and polytechnics through direct (4) ______.
These are flexible ways (5) ______ allow students to continue their education journey at a post-
secondary institution.
After leaving (6) ______ school, students can pursue either pre-university education or technical
education. A pre-university course (7) ______ students with essential skills and knowledge (8) ______
higher education. They can realise their potential (9) ______ a wide range of subjects from academic
areas such as Humanities, Arts, Languages, Mathematics, and Science. Alternatively, (10) ______
education, through collaboration with companies and other organisations, can equip students with
professional, technical skills and working experience. They can select engineering, technical, business
or service skills areas to prepare themselves for their work environment.
Your answers
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.

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Part 2. Read the following passage and choose the best answer. Write your answers in the
corresponding numbered boxes. (15 pts)
Using video gaming in education
It has become conventional wisdom that spending too much time playing video games has a
detrimental effect on children’s studies and their social development. However, some educationalists
are now questioning this theory and are using video games as effective educational tools thus bridging
the gap between recreational and educational activities.
Due to the sophisticated nature of today’s games, teachers are able to justify the inclusion of
video and online games for many pedagogical reasons. There may, for example, be sociological,
psychological, and ethical implications built into the gameplay. Harvey Edwards, who teaches IT
classes in London, was one such educator who decided to use video games in his lessons. To do this,
he chose Minecraft, an online game in which players create and develop imaginary worlds. He was
somewhat uneasy about attempting such an unconventional approach, not because of some students’
unfamiliarity with the game but rather due to them not being able to make sense of what he was trying
to do with it. He worried that it might interfere with his learners’ focus, but he couldn’t have been
more surprised by the results.
Minecraft is an example of a ‘sandbox game’, in which gamers roam around and change a
virtual world at will. Instead of having to pass through numbered levels to reach certain places, there’s
full access from start to finish. The original version can be adapted to control which characters and
content are left in. Each student can then be allocated tasks – such as house-building, locating items or
problem-solving – which they must complete within the game. Elements of more general skills can be
subtly incorporated into the lessons, such as online politeness and safety, teamwork and resolving
differences. Edwards feels that presenting such lessons in the context of a game students probably
already know and enjoy enables him to connect with them at greater depth, and in more motivational
ways.
Bolstered by his success, Edwards introduced his approach to another school nearby. He
recalls that the first couple of sessions didn’t live up to his expectations. Those who had played
Minecraft before were keen for others to adopt their own style of play. Unsurprisingly, this assortment
of styles and opinions as to how the game should proceed were far from harmonious. However, the
sessions rapidly transformed into something more cohesive, with the learners driving the change. With
minimal teacher input, they set about choosing leaders and established several teams, each with its
own clearly-defined role. These teams, now party to clear common goals, willingly cooperated to
ensure that their newborn world flourished, even when faced with the toughest of challenges.
‘Human’ inhabitants in a Minecraft ‘society’ are very primitive and wander around the
imaginary world, waiting for guidance from players. [A] This dynamic bears a resemblance to
traditional education, an observation highlighted by Martina Williams, one of the leaders of the group.
[B] ‘Through the game, we were no longer passive learners in the classroom, being told what and how
to learn, but active participants in our own society. [C] The leaders, meanwhile, had a vision for their
virtual world as a whole, encouraging everyone to play their part in achieving the group’s goals. [D]
Through creating their own characters and using these to build their own ‘world’, students will have
gained some experiential understanding of societal structure and how communities work.
But not everyone is convinced by video games’ potential academic value. While many
progressive commentators cite extensive evidence to maintain that video games encourage
collaboration and build problem-solving skills, more traditional factions continue to insist they are a
distraction that do not merit inclusion in any curriculum. Even less evangelical cynics, who may
grudgingly acknowledge games have some educational benefit, assert that this is only the case in the
hands of creative educators. However, the accusation most often levelled at video games is that they
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detract from the social aspect of the classroom, particularly taking part in discussions. Dr Helen
Conway, an educational researcher, argues that video games can be used to promote social activities.
‘Students become animated talking about the game and how to improve their gameplaying and
problem-solving skills,’ she says. ‘I find it strange, this image that many people have,’ Conway says.
‘Children are often totally detached from their peers when undertaking more traditional activities, like
reading books, but we never suggest that books are harmful because they’re a solitary experience.
1. The first time Edwards used a game in his classes, he was ______.
A. convinced that learners would realise why he wanted them to play it
B. convinced that learners would see the reasons for playing it
C. anxious that he had chosen the wrong one for learners to play
D. sure that his reasons for getting learners to play it were valid
2. The writer suggests that Minecraft is a good choice of educational game because ______.
A. any number of learners can use it simultaneously
B. teachers can remove any inappropriate material
C. gamers can create educative tasks whilst playing it
D. players can develop their skills in a step-by-step way
3. Which of the following words in the fourth paragraph is used to convey a feeling of approval?
A. keen B. harmonious C. driving D. newborn
4. In the fifth paragraph, the writer draws a comparison between a Minecraft ‘society’ and ______.
A. relationships within the group as they played
B. the way in which countries organise themselves
C. typical students in a school environment
D. how leadership operates in different situations
5. In the sixth paragraph, the writer feels that critics of video games in education ______.
A. are unwilling to admit that using them in class has benefits
B. make accurate observations about teachers who use them
C. use flawed research to support their objections to using them
D. acknowledge the drawbacks of more traditional teaching methods
6. The phrase ‘this image’ in the sixth paragraph refers to ______.
A. people who criticise gaming in education
B. students discussing a game in a group
C. a group of students reading individually
D. a solitary player absorbed in a game
7. Where does this sentence belong to in the fifth paragraph?
Each group member had ideas as to how their function should develop.
A. [A] B. [B] C. [C] D. [D]
8. The word ‘subtly’ in the third paragraph is closest in meaning to ______.
A. intricately B. ingeniously C. ingenuously D. haphazardly
9. The word ‘grudgingly’ in the sixth paragraph is closest in meaning to ______.
A. gleefully B. vivaciously C. genially D. reluctantly
10. Which of the following best describes the author's attitude towards the application of gaming into
education?
A. supportive B. neutral C. cynical D. satirical
Your answers
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.

Part 3. Read the passage and do the tasks that follow. (15 pts)
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 The Mystery of Sleep
Sleep takes up precious time and leaves us vulnerable, so why do we do it?
A. The question of why we sleep has been on people’s minds at least since the time of Aristotle, who
believed that the warming and cooling of the body as a result of digestion caused sleep. Though we
know this is incorrect today, other early theories have held up better. The possibility of a ‘sleep toxin’
– a substance that built up during the day, causing drowsiness, and was subsequently relieved by sleep
– was put forward by Henri Pieron in the early 1900s, and this concept is not unlike some
contemporary ideas about sleep that researchers are pursuing today. It was not until 1953 that
Nathaniel Kleitman and his colleagues identified two different kinds of sleep; REM and non-REM
sleep. Many say that this breakthrough paved the way for modern sleep research. But since then,
despite the great deal of effort that has been made to better understand sleep, it is still largely a
mysterious phenomenon.

B. Among living things, sleep is practically universal. Even jellyfish, which have no brains,
experience something called sleep pressure – the need to rest longer after being kept awake. Tiny
worms, with only a few neurons, spend time in a sleep-like state and die more quickly when exposed
to stress if this state is prevented. Sharks and dolphins, which must keep moving at all times in order
to breathe, have the ability to sleep with one hemisphere of the brain at a time. Yet, when an animal
sleeps, it cannot protect itself from danger, it cannot eat or reproduce. Sleep is high-risk and costly, so
why is it such a universal phenomenon? Clearly, it must be important.

C. One theory about the reason for sleep is that it arose simply as a way to save energy. If there were
times when it was difficult or hazardous for an animal to move around, then it might make sense for
them to simply enter a sleep state when all of their physical systems slow down. That way, they would
require less food, and could hide away from danger. The observation that animals with few natural
predators, lions, for example, sleep up to 15 hours a day, while small prey animals seldom sleep more
than 5 hours a day, seems to contradict this, however. In addition, the objection has been raised that
sleep only lowers the metabolism by 10-15 per cent, so not much energy is, in fact, saved. According
to Serge Daan, a researcher who studied arctic ground squirrels, something else must be taking place.
He found that the ground squirrels would periodically come out of their suspended-animation-like
state of hibernation in order to sleep. For these animals, sleep was actually energetically expensive, so
it must serve some other essential purpose.

D. It is well established that the act of sleeping is important for essential brain functions such as
memory and learning. A rapidly increasing body of cognitive research suggests that sleep allows us to
consolidate and process information that has been acquired during the day. Sleep scientist Matthew
Walker used MRI scans to visualise activity in the brains of people who were learning a series of
finger movements. One group was allowed to sleep and the other was not. He found differences in the
areas of the brain that were activated when they recalled the movements; the group that had slept
showed less activity in the brain, and better recollection of the task. In other words, the way the
memory was stored had become more efficient. Walker believes that this could explain why toddlers,
who are constantly learning new motor skills, require so much more sleep than adults. Furthermore,
Ted Abel, while assistant professor at the University of Pennsylvania, found that mice deprived of
sleep for the first five hours after learning did not remember their physical surroundings, while their
memory of facts and events was not affected. This result allowed him to specify that sleep regulates
memory in a specific part of the brain, the hippocampus, which is responsible for memories related to
spatial and contextual information. But despite numerous studies, there are still more questions than
answers on the role of sleep in memory and learning.
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E. Another theory about the role of sleep is that it is essential for cleanup and repair in the brain and
body. Support for this theory is provided by research that shows periods of REM sleep increase
following periods of sleep deprivation and strenuous physical activity. During sleep, the body also
increases its rate of cell division and protein synthesis, further suggesting that repair and restoration
occurs during sleeping periods. Recently, new evidence supporting the repair and restoration theory
has been uncovered. Research has shown that the cellular structure of the brain is altered during sleep,
and more space forms between cells. This allows fluid to move between the cells and flush out toxic
waste products. It is believed that these toxins increase in the central nervous system during waking
times, and the restorative function of sleep is a consequence of their removal.

F. It may seem that all of this new evidence is not making the question of why we sleep any clearer;
indeed, the evidence seems to point to different explanations. In this context, it seems important to
remember that there may not be one correct answer, but instead it could be a combination. While the
idea that sleep is a method of energy conservation seems to be falling out of favour, it seems more and
more likely that benefits for memory and learning, the cleanup of the brain and the repair of the body
can all be attributed to a good night’s sleep

Questions 1-6: There are six paragraphs marked A-F in the passage. In which paragraph is the
following mentioned? Write your answers in the corresponding numbered box provided.
1. how researchers can see what is happening inside the brain
2. how many reasons for sleep there might realistically be
3. an example of lack of sleep being deadly
4. a particular discovery that was essential for how we view sleep today
5. how sleep might have arisen from threatening conditions
6. how the brain physically changes during sleep

Questions 7-8: Choose TWO letters, A-E. Which TWO theories does the writer question the validity
of? Write your answers in the corresponding numbered box provided.
A Sleep pressure is proof of the necessity of sleep.
B Animals’ sleeping habits are related to their place on the food chain.
C Sleep is related to changes in body temperature.
D Sleep prevents the unnecessary burning of calories.
E There are different types of sleep with different functions.

Questions 9-10: Choose TWO letters, A-E. Which TWO points does the writer mention in support of
the importance of sleep for memory? Write your answers in the corresponding numbered box
provided.
A During sleep, unimportant memories are removed.
B Sleep makes recollection more effortless.
C Sleep results in more activity throughout the brain.
D The function of a specific brain region is affected by sleep.
E Sleep duration modifies learning

Your answers
1 2 3 4 5
6 7 8 9 10

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Part 4. Read the article about being a film and television drama extra, identify which section A–D
each of the following is mentioned. Write ONE letter A–D in the corresponding numbered space
provided. Each letter may be used more than once. (15 pts)
THE LIFE OF AN EXTRA
Most films and TV dramas require extras, those people we glimpse in the background behind the main
actors. Mike Jones describes what it’s like to be an extra.
A. During a break in the filming of a TV drama, I gravitated towards the table laden with hot
coffee and biscuits. As I reached it, however, I was duly informed that is was reserved for the “talent”
– the real actors – and was directed towards a rickety table, on which sat an urn of hot water, some
sugar packets, and nothing else. I tell this tale, not just to grumble, but because it sums up the stark
divide between the cast and the little people in the background. Referring to us on set by our technical
name of “supporting artistes” is meant to make us feel more important, I suppose. “Walking
background” and “human props” are common, faintly humorous labels for us, but they’re fitting.
Extras aren’t supposed to say anything during a take; we aren’t paid to talk. Nor are we allowed to talk
between takes when everything is being reset. A gentle murmur of conversation will inevitably well
up among some groups, at which point one of the assistant directors will immediately bellow for
silence.
B. There are other non-negotiables, and failing to obey them could result in you being fired and
blacklisted from the industry. Your contract specifically orders you not to talk to any of the actors. On
one production, I was introduced to the lead actor and told what my role would be in that particular
scene. I smiled at him in a mild attempt at camaraderie and he started right through me. Then, the
expression on the face of the lead actress made it clear she had decided not to make an effort with me.
I knew I was only an extra, but they might have at least feigned some interest. So why go through
this? Well, when I first signed up, I, like many others I know, saw it as an interesting way of earning a
second income. The far from generous fees, however, soon meant I regarded it as little more than a
hobby, and had I had a family, I probably wouldn’t have been able to do it.
C. Occasionally, you’re picked out to play a more substantial part in one scene, and you feel as if
maybe the professional/supporting artist divide isn’t so insurmountable after all. Then, when you’re
finally released to go home at 2 a.m., after walking up and down some stretch of pavement 50 times,
and you realize that the actors still have hours more to go, their job no longer seems quite so
glamorous or privileged. Actually, night shoots tend to be the worst, although the extra money you
receive almost makes up for it. Once on the set of a blockbuster, a mix-up in the costume department
resulted in me spending two nights in an aircraft hangar, drinking terrible coffee and reading books –
and getting paid for it. Meanwhile, the other extras all ran around outside in the freezing drizzle for an
action scene. Every time they trudged back in from a take, their very visible fatigue and discomfort
made me feel somewhat fraudulent, aware as I was that we were all being remunerated at the same
rate for our efforts.
D. One of the bonuses of being an extra is the free catering. Getting up at 4 a.m. isn’t so bad when
you can go straight in for a large breakfast, and a filling lunch is always provided, though obviously
aren’t allowed to eat anything before the “talent” and the crew. For period dramas, you will also get a
free haircut, although this can sometimes make things awkward. On one shoot, I had to phone in
“stick” to my day job, and then had trouble explaining to my boss the next morning why I now had a
1950s-style haircut. Another plus may be seeing yourself on screen, usually as a blurry outline to one
side or a tiny figure in the distance. That’s what extras do: blend into the background and not divert
attention from the main characters. Would I encourage anyone to sample this life? Hardly, if the aim is
to make money or get into the industry. If, however, you like the idea of dressing up, with the
possibility of glimpsing yourself on the big screen for a few seconds, well, maybe.
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 In which section does the writer Your answers
describe how one advantage of the job didn’t go according to plan? 1. ________
mention experiencing a sense of guilt? 2. ________
point out the possible consequences of breaking rules? 3. ________
offer advice to people thinking of applying to work as an extra? 4. ________
refer to times when the gap between actors and extras appears to narrow? 5. ________
acknowledge how appropriate certain terms are? 6. ________
explain a common motivation for taking on work as an extra? 7. ________
mention gaining insights into hardships that actors experience? 8. ________
explain the purpose of an anecdote? 9. ________
refer to an incident when he was disappointed by people’s behavior? 10. ________

D. WRITING (60 pts)

Part 1. Read the following extract and use your own words to summarize it. Your summary
should be about 120 words long. (15 pts)

According to a report by Asiaweek, on-the-job injuries are no longer confined strictly to blue-collar
workers. The modern-day office has become a danger zone and computers are largely to be blamed.
Their increased use points to an increase in sick leave and doctors' visits. The new group of patients
includes writers, secretaries and data-entry clerks. Anyone who spends hours at a keyboard can be at
risk.

The most frequent complaints are wrist, hand and neck pain. These are typical signs of repetitive strain
injuries. Another related condition is called carpal tunnel syndrome caused by pressure on the median
nerve in the wrist. It results from repeated movements such as typing or using the mouse over a long
period of time. Before computers came along, typists would stop to make corrections or change paper.
These movements provided some relief. Now, typists rarely move from their computer, hitting as
much as 21,600 words an hour. In severe cases, the pain shoots up a victim's arm. Some also develop
neck and shoulder problems from holding their head in uncomfortable positions.

Computer users may also complain of eye strain, headaches, double vision and other eye problems
caused by improper use of display screens. It may be a result of staring at the screen for too long. It
could also be due to improper lighting and screen glare.

The best way to cope with such problems is to adopt healthier work habits. This means that the
workers have to hold their wrists flat when they use the keyboard. They should also tap on the keys
softly and take frequent breaks. Their feet should also be flat on the floor and their heads and backs
straight. Some may be required to change their typing technique. In severe cases, taking a rest and
some anti-inflammatory medication may be necessary.

There are also ergonomic hardware and software that blends well with a person's body or actions.
Some examples of such ergonomic hardware are tilting display screens, detachable keyboards and
specially designed keyboards that are suitable for the wrists. Employers and managers should help
employees create a comfortable working environment to reduce the side effects of working on the
computer.

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Part 2. (15 pts) The graph below shows the gold medals team Great Britain has won in 4 sports during
6 Olympics.

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Some people support the idea that History should become a core subject at highschool while
others think that History should be an optional subject.
What is your opinion on this issue?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or
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