Read the following advertisement and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 1 to 6.

REVOLUTIONIZE YOUR DIET WITH SUSTAINABLE MEALWORM POWDER!

⮚        Are you ready to try the future of food? Our environmentally friendly mealworm powder is now (1)_________ in the EU market! This innovative product, (2)_________ has been approved by the European Commission, meets the highest safety standards for your peace of mind.

⮚        (3)_________ from carefully processed insects, our powder provides high-quality protein for health-conscious consumers. Our products (4)_________ traditional protein sources by offering a sustainable alternative that requires minimal resources.

⮚        (5)_________ of nutritious benefits await you in every serving—essential amino acids, vitamins, and minerals! Our crushed (6)_________ undergo strict quality control, including heat treatment and UVB exposure, ensuring a safe and premium product you can trust.

❖        Join the sustainable food revolution today! Available in stores starting January 20, 2025.

❖        Note: This product may cause allergic reactions in people sensitive to crustaceans or dust mites. Please check the label carefully.

https://food.ec.europa.eu/tc

Question 1:A. availability
B.  availably
C.  avail
D.  available

Question 2:A. that
B.  where
C.  which
D.  who

Question 3:A. Made
B.  Having made
C.  Which made
D.  Mading

Question 4:A. move away from
B.  look down on
C.  stand out from
D.  keep away from

Question 5:A. Much
B.  Plenty
C.  Many
D.  Few

Question 6:A. larvae
B.  grains
C.  insects
D.  pupae

Read of the following leaflet and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 7 to 12.

CRANBROOK SCHOOL'S NEW PHONE POLICY

Protecting Your Child's Future

❖        Dear Parents and Students,

⮚        Starting this term, our school is (7)_________ favor of creating a safer digital environment for all primary students. We understand that children need phones for safety, (8)_________ smartphones can harm their academic and social development. Our (9)_________ requires students in Years 3-6 to use basic flip phones only.

❖        Why Choose Flip Phones?

⮚        Simple flip phones help students (10)_________ focused on learning without digital distractions during school hours. While some schools allow smartphones, (11)_________ have already banned them completely to protect students. Research shows that inappropriate smartphone (12)_________ can lead to cyberbullying, poor grades, and social problems.

❖        What You Need to Know:

✔        Approved phones: Nokia 2660 or Opel Mobile Flip Phone (under $100)

✔        No internet access allowed

✔        Phones must be turned off during class

✔        For emergency contact only

❖        Join us in supporting your child's healthy development and academic success!

❖        For more information, contact the school office.

https://nypost.com/tc

Question 7:A. for
B.  with
C.  to
D.  in

Question 8:A. nor
B.  but
C.  so
D.  and

Question 9:A. school policy innovative
B.  innovative policy school 

C.  innovative school policy
D.  policy school innovative 

Question 10:A. remain
B.  continue
C.  maintain
D.  sustained

Question 11:A. another
B.  others
C.  the others
D.  other

Question 12:A. function
B.  access
C.  activity
D.  usage

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best arrangement of utterances or sentences to make a meaningful exchange or text in each of the following questions from 13 to 17.

Question 13:

A.         Anna: Look at this video! The president is singing a funny song!

B.         Anna: Oh no! How do we know what is true now? This is scary for voting!

C.         Ben: Wait, that's not real. It's a fake video made by a computer. We call it "deep fake."

A.  a-c-b
B.  b-c-a
C.  c-b-a        
D.  a-b-c

Question 14:

A.         Sara: That's amazing because young people forget old traditions, but we need them!

B.         Tom: These people are heroes because they keep our history alive, and we should help them!

C.         Tom: I met an old man yesterday, and he protects ancient songs from our village.

D.         Sara: My grandmother does the same with old recipes, and she writes them in a big book because she wants to save them.

e.        Tom: He sings every day to children, and he teaches them so the songs don't die.

A.  c-e-d-b-a
B.  b-c-e-a-d        
C.  c-a-e-d-b
D.  e-d-a-c-b

Question 15:

Dear Maria,

A.         This "free agent" way of thinking is perfect because you stay completely independent while you help many different people who truly value what you do.

B.         I hope you are doing very well, because I want to share something really important that changed how I think about my work life completely.

C.         Although I work fewer hours at each place than before, I earn more money because all three companies really need my special skills and experience.

D.         I recently learned that depending on one boss is quite dangerous, so I started working for three different companies, which makes me feel much safer.

e.        When one job becomes too difficult or boring for me, I don't worry anymore because I have other work that keeps me busy and happy.

Your friend,

TC

A.  e-c-b-a-d
B.  b-d-c-e-a
C.  d-e-b-c-a
D.  c-d-e-b-a

Question 16:

A.         Many beautiful old places around the world are disappearing because climate change and pollution are destroying them, which makes scientists and tourists very worried.

B.         Venice in Italy is sinking into the sea while its old buildings crack, so the government must save it before the water covers everything completely.

C.         The Great Barrier Reef is dying because the ocean is getting warmer, and if we don't act quickly, all the colorful fish will disappear forever.

D.         Egypt's pyramids are breaking apart when acid rain falls on them, although the government tries to protect these amazing buildings that tourists love to visit.

e.        Unless we work together to stop pollution and climate change soon, our children won't see these wonderful places that tell stories about human history.

A.  a-b-c-d-e
B.  c-d-b-a-e
C.  d-a-b-c-e
D.  c-d-a-b-e

Question 17:

A.         When elderly people live in autonomous homes, they feel more confident because automatic lights turn on at night, so they won't fall down the stairs.

B.         If someone falls or gets sick suddenly, the house calls for help immediately, and this safety feature makes families feel better about their loved ones.

C.         Although these intelligent homes cost more money than regular houses, they give people real independence because everything works together to support a comfortable daily life.

D.         Modern homes are becoming smarter because new technology helps people live alone safely, and these special houses can do many things without any human help.

e.        Smart kitchens can remind you to take medicine while the refrigerator orders food online, which means you don't need to go shopping very often anymore.

A.  d-a-b-e-c
B.  d-b-a-c-e
C.  d-e-c-b-a
D.  d-a-e-b-c

Read the following passage about The Growing Tension Between Cruise Tourism and Local Communities and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 18 to 22.

The cruise industry faces serious challenges as tourist destinations worldwide deal with too many visitors. If cruise lines were to ignore these growing problems, they would risk losing access to popular ports completely. Barcelona and Venice have already taken strong action against mass tourism, creating strict rules to protect their historical centers from too many visitors. Amsterdam shows this problem clearly: (18)_________, locals believe they cause especially big disruptions to daily life. Local communities, tired of constant tourist crowds, have organized protests asking for better tourism policies. Santorini and Dubrovnik now limit daily visitor numbers, forcing cruise companies to change their schedules. Whether economic benefits are worth environmental damage (19)_________, who once happily welcomed tourist money. Infrastructure problems have become very obvious during busy season when several ships arrive together.

These restrictions try to protect destinations for future generations, (20)_________. Tourist taxes have become one solution, creating money for infrastructure improvements while possibly reducing visitor numbers. Port authorities understand the need for balance; (21)_________. Environmental concerns add another problem to these discussions. In the future, cruise companies will need to adapt how they operate to respect these new rules. They might consider using smaller vessels, (22)_________, and working closely with local shops and restaurants to prove they care about sustainable tourism. The success of these efforts depends on everyone working together—cruise lines, local governments, and community members must find solutions that benefit all parties equally.

https://www.cruisecritic.com/tc

Question 18:

A.  because hotel visitors create just two thirds from total revenue gains

B.  whenever beach travelers bring over five million with annual profits

C.  although cruise passengers make up only one percent of yearly tourists

D.  despite train commuters form nearly ten times than monthly arrivals 

Question 19:

A.  has come to be questioned by residents in these places

B.  that never gets approved for public use after reviews

C.  where nobody can gather without paying all new permit

D.  having gone through months of waiting for new permits

Question 20:

A.  how few tourists, surprisingly, rarely ever fully understand during current trips

B.  which is what many travelers, unfortunately, often don't realize these days

C.  whether all visitors, regrettably, truly will appreciate during their short stays

D.  why most tourists, predictably, always will remember after going back home

Question 21:

A.  meanwhile, building trust between opposing sides always stays extremely complex

B.  therefore, making decisions within smaller teams often becomes quite manageable

C.  however, finding agreement among different groups still remains very difficult

D.  likewise, seeking unity through diverse opinions often becomes truly impossible

Question 22:

A.  will become less harmful, keeping ships by new docks

B.  which are more eco-friendly, staying longer at each port

C.  have grown quite green, parking vessels in all bays

D.  where they cause less damage, holding boats on calm sites

Read the following passage about Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions from 23 to 30.

❖        The Growth of Flexible Payment Plans

⮚        A 2025 study examined how Americans use short-term financing services, allowing delayed purchase payments. These programs, splitting costs into four equal payments without extra fees, have grown significantly since 2019. Research shows that around twenty percent of Americans with credit histories used leading providers during 2022. Many customers were frequent participants, obtaining several agreements monthly. Investigators found that holding multiple simultaneous contracts was common, with sixty-five percent managing overlapping deals from different companies.

❖        User Demographics and Debt Patterns

⮚        The study revealed concerning patterns about customer characteristics. People with poor credit ratings receive large portions of this financing. Young adults between eighteen and twenty-four depend heavily on these programs, which represent a bigger portion of their total debts compared to older groups. Customers generally have higher amounts of other debts—including credit cards, personal loans, and store accounts—than non-users. This evidence indicates these programs work mainly as extra borrowing rather than replacing traditional options, therefore increasing financial pressure for struggling families.

❖        Default Rates and Hidden Problems

⮚        Interestingly, non-payment rates stay low at about two percent yearly, much lower than credit card failures among similar customers. Automatic payment systems may explain this result, though they could hide serious financial difficulties among heavy users. A major issue involves poor reporting to monitoring organizations. Because most companies avoid sharing contract details with regular agencies, these obligations remain invisible in the credit system. Therefore, banks, government officials, and borrowers cannot properly judge total debt levels.

❖        Regulatory Uncertainty and Future Implications

⮚        Government oversight remains unclear. Although authorities previously tried classifying providers under existing protection laws, recent statements showed reduced enforcement plans. This creates confusion about future monitoring methods and safety measures. The research describes these programs as popular but poorly regulated tools increasingly used by financially weak populations, highlighting the need for better policies as this trend continues to change American borrowing habits.

https://files.consumerfinance.gov/tc

Question 23: All of the following are mentioned EXCEPT _________.

A.  The specific income requirements for qualifying for these payment programs

B.  The percentage of customers managing overlapping deals from different companies

C.  The typical non-payment rate compared to credit card failures

D.  The age group that depends most heavily on these financing services

Question 24: The word “overlapping” in paragraph 1 is OPPOSITE in meaning to _________.

A.  continuous                                B. frequent                                C. parallel                                        D. separate

Question 25: The word “their” in paragraph 2 refers to _________.

A.  these programs

B.  young adults between eighteen and twenty-four

C.  older groups

D.  struggling families

Question 26: The word “invisible” in paragraph 3 could be best replaced by _________.

A.  undetected                                B. uncertain                                C. temporary                                D. flexible

Question 27: Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 4?

A.  Officials once tried regulating providers, but now plan stricter enforcement measures.

B.  Regulators attempted categorizing these services before, yet recently indicated weaker oversight.

C.  Authorities successfully classified payment providers while currently increasing monitoring efforts.

D.  Government agencies avoided regulating these companies but now propose stronger controls.

Question 28: Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

A.  These payment programs primarily replace traditional credit options for most users.

B.  Default rates exceed credit card failure rates among comparable customer groups.

C.  Companies regularly report contract information to standard credit monitoring agencies nationwide.

D.  Most users manage multiple overlapping contracts from various service providers simultaneously.

Question 29: In which paragraph does the writer mention why low default rates might be misleading?

A.  Paragraph 1                                B. Paragraph 2                                C. Paragraph 3                                D. Paragraph 4

Question 30: In which paragraph does the writer mention why young adults are particularly vulnerable to these services?

A.  Paragraph 1                                B. Paragraph 2                                C. Paragraph 3                                D. Paragraph 4

Read the following passage about the A Game-Changer for Cancer Care and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions from 31 to 40.

An important meta-analysis published in 2025 has broken new ground in proving medical marijuana helps cancer patients. [I] This complete review looked at over 10,600 peer-reviewed studies, making it the largest investigation into cannabis-based cancer treatments ever done. The findings leave no room for doubt about marijuana's medical value, with researchers finding an "overwhelming scientific consensus" supporting its use. This major research changes how healthcare professionals think about alternative treatments for cancer patients around the world.

The study showed that medical cannabis clearly reduces many cancer-related symptoms. Patients suffering from chronic pain, severe nausea, vomiting, appetite loss, inflammation, and extreme tiredness found real relief through marijuana use. [II] These improvements went beyond physical comfort, as people reported feeling emotionally better while dealing with difficult cancer therapy. Such wide-ranging benefits explain why more healthcare providers are now considering different approaches to helping patients manage their symptoms.

Besides helping with symptoms, the analysis discovered promising anti-cancer properties in cannabinoid compounds. [III] THC and CBD seem to stop tumor cells from growing, reduce their spread, and trigger apoptosis—the process that makes cancer cells destroy themselves. While these biological effects need more clinical testing, the similar results across many studies suggest great therapeutic possibilities. Scientists point out that current regulations have slowed down both research progress and patient access, even though growing evidence shows cannabis is safe and well-tolerated by different groups of people.

The researchers want medical marijuana to become part of standard cancer care immediately. They argue that old-fashioned regulations keep blocking scientific progress while preventing patients from getting potentially helpful treatments. The meta-analysis asks policymakers, doctors, and healthcare systems to rethink cannabis's place in modern cancer treatment. [IV] With millions of cancer patients worldwide looking for better treatment options, the authors believe caring, evidence-based cannabis treatments could greatly improve patients lives. This complete study challenges old beliefs and supports new approaches to cancer care.

https://www.marijuanamoment.net/tc

Question 31: The phrase “leave no room for doubt” in paragraph 1 has the closest meaning to _________.

A.  bear out                                        B. bring about                                C. hold back                                        D. break down

Question 32: According to the passage, which is NOT mentioned as a cancer-related symptom treated by cannabis?

A.  Chronic pain

B.  Severe nausea

C.  Appetite loss

D.  Memory problems

Question 33: Where in the paragraph does the following sentence best fit?

Quality of life improvements were consistently documented across multiple studies.

A. [I]
B. [II]
C. [III]
D. [IV]

Question 34: The word “their” in paragraph 2 refers to _________.

A.  patients                                        B. healthcare providers                C. benefits                                        D. approaches

Question 35: Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 3?

A.  Clinical trials have confirmed biological effects, but varied results limit therapeutic potential.

B.  Biological effects are proven, yet inconsistent findings question their therapeutic value overall.

C.  More clinical testing is needed, but consistent results indicate promising therapeutic potential.

D.  Insufficient clinical evidence exists, and scattered findings cannot confirm therapeutic benefits.

Question 36: Which of the following best summarises paragraph 4?

A.  The study recommends gradual policy reforms to enable future cannabis research for cancer treatment development.

B.  Researchers urge immediate integration of medical marijuana into standard care, challenging outdated regulations preventing patient access.

C.  Authors suggest conducting more clinical trials before implementing cannabis-based therapies in mainstream cancer treatment protocols.

D.  The analysis proposes cautious evaluation of cannabis evidence to develop comprehensive regulatory frameworks for healthcare systems.

Question 37: The word “old-fashioned” in paragraph 4 is OPPOSITE in meaning to _________.

A.  conventional                                B. established                                C. restrictive                                        D. progressive

Question 38: Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

A.  The meta-analysis examined over 10,600 studies, finding an overwhelming scientific consensus.

B.  Emotional improvements were documented as significantly superior to physical symptom relief.

C.  Researchers recommend extensive additional trials before implementing cannabis treatment protocols.

D.  Cannabinoid compounds successfully eliminated tumors in all documented patient cases.

Question 39: Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?

A.  Most cancer patients globally currently have legal access to medical marijuana treatments.

B.  THC and CBD compounds have already replaced traditional chemotherapy in several countries.

C. Current regulatory frameworks clearly haven't kept pace with emerging scientific cannabis evidence.

D.  Healthcare providers universally accept cannabis as primary cancer treatment over conventional methods.

Question 40: Which of the following best summarises the passage?

A.  Research proves cannabis eliminates tumors, requiring more trials before implementation.

B.  Meta-analysis shows overwhelming cannabis benefits, demanding immediate integration despite regulations.

C.  Study confirms emotional improvements outweigh physical benefits for cancer patients.

D.  Scientists discovered cannabinoids work effectively while supporting current regulatory restrictions.