Test 6
Test 6
Test 6
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the
other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following
questions.
Question 3. A. differ B. reflect C. present D. conclude
Question 4. A. conclusion B. influence C. excitement D. expression
ANNOUNCEMENT
ATTENTION TO ALL ESTEEMED GUESTS OF OUR HOTEL
We kindly (13) _________ your cooperation in ensuring the secure closure of all
doors upon the conclusion of each day's activities. It has come to our attention
that there have been incidents of nocturnal intrusions by certain wildlife
inhabitants, resulting in unfortunate damage to our esteemed establishment's
furnishings and flooring. Your assistance in this matter is greatly appreciated
(14) _________ we strive to (15) _______the utmost comfort and quality of our
accommodations for all our valued guests. Thank you sincerely for your
understanding and cooperation.
Question 13. A. request B. have requested C. is requesting D. will request
Question 14. A. if B. as C. or D. but
Question 15. A. decrease B. share C. maintain D. open
Mark the letter A,B,C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
arrangement of the sentences to make a meaningful paragraph/letter in
each of the following questions.
Question 16
b. It says here that classrooms will be judged on the following: raising environmental awareness,
reducing our carbon footprint, and using resources efficiently.
e. Yes, this is the easiest thing to do, but we also need to change our classmates' behaviour so that we can
develop eco-friendly habits in our class.
c. Hey guys, look at this notice! Our school is holding a Green Classroom Competition. The greenest
classroom will win an ecotour!
d. How exciting! But how will the classrooms be judged?
a. I guess we should start by cleaning up our classroom more frequently and having more plants in it.
A. c-b-a-d-e B. c-d-b-a-e C. d-b-a-c-e D. c-d-a-b-e
Question 17
e. Sure. Why don't we place some brightly coloured signs next to all doors to remind people?
b. Well, we can place a big jug full of drinking water in the classroom so that we can refill our reusable
bottles.
d. Good idea! Now, to reduce our carbon footprint, we should also make sure we turn off the lights and
air conditioners before leaving the classroom. Sometimes people rush out and leave them on, which is a
waste of electricity.
c. Yes. Let's do our best!
a. So many good ideas already. Let's meet after school to discuss more. I hope our class wins the ecotour!
f. That'd be fantastic!
A. b-e-d-a-c-f B. e-b-d-c-a-f C. f-d-a-e-b-c D. b-d-e-a-f-c
Read the following passage 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 24 to 28.
Cultural ideas and values provided by families, communities or the media are easily accepted
without much critical thinking. In the second stage, called the cultural identity search, teenagers may
become more curious, and willing to explore, analyse and compare their beliefs with (24)_________
cultures. When people develop a clear sense of cultural identity, know which social group they belong to
and feel satisfied with their cultural (25)________, they reach the final stage called cultural identity
achievement.
Living in their own country, people can easily acquire and (26)________their cultural identity
because they are fully exposed to different aspects of their native culture. They inherit their ancestors'
history, knowledge, language, beliefs, values, and customs, (27)_______have been passed from one
generation to the next one. (28)_________, people often do not confine themselves to one culture. In the
age of globalisation, access to the Internet and the media provides instant contact with many cultures. A
person's cultural identity may be influenced by certain aspects of other cultures. When people move to a
new culture, they may react diff erently.
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Question 24. A. Another B. Others C. One D. Other
Question 25. A. identity B. value C. view D. thought
Question 26. A. prove B. maintain C. diversify D. classify
Question 27. A. who B. where C. when D. which
Question 28. A. However B. Though C. Because D. Thus
Read the following passage 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 29 to 33.
Culture shock is the loss of emotional balance, disorientation or confusion that a person feels when
moving from a familiar environment to an unfamiliar one. While it is a common experience, the degree to
which it occurs will vary from one person to another. Individual personality, previous cross - cultural
experiences, and language proficiency all affect a person's ability to interact socially in the new culture.
The basic cause of culture shock is the abrupt loss of all that is familiar, leading to a sense of isolation.
When an individual enters a strange culture, all or most of these familiar signs and hints are
removed. He or she is like a fish out of water. No matter how broad - minded or good - willed he may be,
series of properties have been knocked from under him. This may be followed by a feeling of frustration
and anxiety.
Another aspect of culture shock in regression. The home environment suddenly assumes a
tremendous importance, and everything becomes irrationally glorified. All difficulties and problems are
forgotten and only the good things back home are remembered. It usually takes a trip home to bring one
back to reality.
Common symptoms of culture shock include the following extremes. These are excessive concerns
over delays and other minor frustration, fear of being cheated, robbed or injured or a desire to sleep more
and a great longing to go home. Underlying all these is the uncomfortable feeling of not really belonging
of being an outsider.
Question 29. The word “it” in paragraph 1 refers to _________.
A. Culture shock B. emotional balance C. disorientation D. confusion
Question 30. Culture shock is basically caused by______.
A. difficulties in using the language B. being unable to make friends
C. feeling desperately homesick D. being away from all that is familiar
Question 31. According to the passage, the degree of culture to which one feels ______.
A. from person to person B. from country to country
C. in accordance with a person’s age D. in accordance with one’s nationality
Question 32. Which is not a symptom of culture shock?
A. longing to go back home B. longing to travel
C. having fear of being cheated D. feeling to be an outsider
Question 33. What does the word “ tremendous ” in paragraph 3 mostly mean?
A. very large B. very tiny C. very boring D. very meaningless
Read the following passage 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 34 to 40.
A Cultural Difference: Being on Time
In the United States, it is important to be on time, or punctual, for an
appointment, a class, a meeting, etc. However, this may not be true in all countries.
An American professor discovered the difference while teaching a class in a
Brazilian university. The two-hour class was scheduled to begin at 10 a.m and end
at 12 p.m. On the first day, when the professor arrived on time, no one was in the
classroom. Many students came after 10 a.m. Several arrived after 10:30 a.m. Two
students came after 11 a.m. Although all the students greeted the professor as they
arrived, few apologized for their lateness. Were these students being rude? He
decided to study the students’ behavior.
In an American university, students are expected to arrive at the appointed
hour. In contrast, in Brazil, neither the teacher nor the students always arrive at the
appointed hour. Classes not only begin at the scheduled time in the United States,
but they also end at the scheduled time. In the Brazilian class, only a few students
left the class at noon; many remained past 12:30 p.m to discuss the class and ask
more questions. While arriving late may not be very important in Brazil, neither is
staying late.
The explanation for these differences is complicated. People from Brazilian
and North American cultures have different feelings about lateness. In Brazil, the
students believe that a person who usually arrives late is probably more successful
than a person who is always on time. In fact, Brazilians expect a person with status
or prestige to arrive late, while in the United States lateness is usually considered to
be disrespectful and unacceptable. Consequently, if a Brazilian is late for an
appointment with a North American, the American may misinterpret the reason for
the lateness and become angry.
As a result of his study, the professor learned that the Brazilian students were
not being disrespectful to him. Instead, they were simply behaving in the
appropriate way for a Brazilian student in Brazil. Eventually, the professor was able
to adapt his own behavior so that he could feel comfortable in the new culture.
Question 34. What is the main idea of this passage?
A. it is not very important to be on time in Brazil.
B. the importance of being on time differs among cultures
C. it is important to be on time for class in the United States.
D. people learn the importance of time when they are children.
Question 35. Why did the professor study the Brazilian students’ behavior?
A. to understand why the students came to class late
B. to collect dât for one of his studies
C. to discover why the students were rude to him
D. to make the students come to class on time later
Question 36. The word “ they” in paragraph 2 refers to ______
A. teachers B. classes C. students D. universities
Question 37. The word “complicated” in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to ______
A. challenging B. contemporary C. complex D. worthwhile
Question 38. The word “disrespectful”in paragraph 3 is opposite in meaning to ______
A. reverent B. thoughtful C. playful D. vivid
Question 39. Why are the students in Brazil often late for the class?
A. Because they think that arriving late is not important.
B. Because they don’t mind staying late for more discussion.
C. Because they believe that a person usually arriving late is probably more successful than a punctual
student.
D. Because they are not expected to go on time.
Question 40. What can be inferred in paragraph 3?
A. Brazilians with status or prestige are often punctual
B. We should not be late if we have an appointment with an American.
C. Sometimes lateness is accepted in the United States.
D. Americans are easy to get angry.
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