Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following quest...

Question 2.

A. The upward trend continued and in 2020, more than half of its population lived in urban areas. In the next twenty years, the urban population is expected to reach 65 per cent of the total population.

B. The line graph shows population trends in Fantasia's urban and rural areas over the 1950-2040 period.

C. By contrast, the urban population rose throughout the same period. In 1950, the percentage of urban population was just around 6 per cent. It increased slightly to 15 per cent in 1980.

D. Overall, the urban population has increased and will continue to grow while the rural population has decreased and will continue to fall.

e. In 1950, 94 per cent or most of Fantasia's population lived in rural areas; this figure remained stable until 1960 before falling to 48 per cent in 2020 and is expected to drop to 35 per cent in 2040.

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

Question 3.

A.  Mike: Not bad, thanks. I'm just glad it's over! How about you? How'd your presentation go?

B.  Lucy: Sure thing! Come over around 10:00, after breakfast.

C.  Lucy: Hey! How did your Pragmatics exam go?

D.  Mike: No problem. So... do you feel like studying tomorrow for our English exam?

e. Lucy: Oh, it went really well. Thanks for helping me with it!

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

Question 4.

A. Firstly, it helps people distinguish between reliable sources and misleading or false content.

B. As a result, individuals are better equipped to make informed decisions and avoid being manipulated by misinformation.

C. Media literacy also encourages audiences to recognize bias, persuasive techniques, and hidden agendas in advertisements and news reports.

D. On a larger scale, integrating media literacy education into school curricula is crucial for developing responsible and critical thinkers.

e. Media literacy is an essential skill in the modern world because it enables individuals to critically evaluate the vast amount of information they encounter every day.

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

Question 5.

A.  Katy: Honestly, I'm not sure if I'll go. I don't know Sam that well.

B.  Jane: Hi, Katy. Are you going to Sam’s party at the weekend?

C.  Jane: Don't worry. He's very friendly, so I think you two will get along.

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

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions.

        Although our brain accounts for just 2 percent of our body weight, the organ consumes half of our daily carbohydrate requirements—and glucose is its most important fuel. Under acute stress, the brain requires some 12 percent more energy, prompting many to gravitate towards sugary snacks.

        Carbohydrates provide the body with the quickest source of energy. In fact, in cognitive tests subjects who were stressed performed poorly prior to eating. Their performance, however, went back to normal after consuming carbohydrates.

        The regulation of hunger involves several brain regions that control metabolism and feeding behaviour. One key structure acts as a kind of gatekeeper. When this region registers that the brain lacks glucose, it limits signals from the rest of the body. As a result, people often turn to carbohydrates as soon as the brain signals a need for energy, even if the body still has sufficient reserves.

        To explore the relationship between stress and eating behaviour, researchers conducted an experiment with 40 participants. In one session, the participants delivered a ten-minute speech in front of strangers. In another session, they did not have to speak. After each session, scientists measured levels of the stress hormones cortisol and adrenaline and then provided a food buffet. When the participants gave a speech before the buffet, they were more stressed, and on average consumed an additional 34 grams of carbohydrates, than when they did not give a speech.

        In everyday life, cravings for sweet foods may also have a physiological explanation. When the brain lacks energy, it may increase the production of stress hormones, which over time can raise the risk of heart disease, stroke, or depression. Studies also suggest that people who experienced high levels of stress in childhood may develop stronger preferences for sweets later in life.

        For some people, especially those under long-term stress, cravings for sweets may not be a lack of self-control. Instead, they may reflect the brain’s need for energy. Reducing stress may be the key to healthier eating habits.

Question 6. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a reason for sugary food cravings?

A. The brain requires additional energy during periods of stress.

B. The brain relies heavily on glucose as its primary fuel.

C. The body may completely exhaust its internal energy reserves.

D. Carbohydrates serve as a rapid source of energy for the body.

Question 7. The phrase “gravitate towards” in paragraph 1 is OPPOSITE in meaning to ____________.

A. predispose to
B. incline to
C. derive from
D. abstain from

Question 8. The word “registers” in paragraph 3 can be best replaced by ____________.

A. perceives
B. applies
C. monitors
D. suppresses

Question 9. The word “they” in paragraph 6 refers to ____________.

A. cravings
B. habits
C. people
D. sweets

Question 10. Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 5?

A. A sustained increase in stress hormones may arise when the brain lacks energy, eventually raising the risk of heart disease or depression.

B. Skipping meals can unintentionally trigger serious conditions such as stroke or heart disease because the brain does not receive enough energy.

C. Insufficient food intake may prompt the brain to increase stress hormone production, thereby raising long-term risks of cardiovascular and mental health disorders.

D. When people do not consume sufficient food, the body gradually struggles to regulate stress hormones, which may contribute to chronic illness.

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

Question 1.

Dear Customer Service Team,

A. After bringing it home and installing it correctly, I found that it did not work properly.

B. Please advise me on how to return the faulty item. I look forward to your prompt response.

C. Whenever the power is on, the drum does not spin, and the machine makes a strange noise.

D. I am writing to complain about a washing machine I purchased from your store on 22 February 2026.

e. As this is a brand-new product and still under warranty, I would like to request a replacement or a full refund.

Yours faithfully,

Laura Brown

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