Read the following passage about Global Labour Market Challenges in 2024 and mark the letter A, B, C or D on y...

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.

URGENT: Global Mental Health Crisis Demands Immediate Action

⮚        The World Health Organization's latest findings reveal an alarming reality that puts millions of lives (7)_________ stake across the globe. (8)_________ over one billion people suffer from mental health conditions, most receive inadequate care due to persistent resource shortages.

⮚        WHO's comprehensive prevention strategies highlight (9)_________ worldwide, with only 13 workers available per 100,000 people. The recently published updated (10)_________ estimates show 727,000 deaths in 2021, making suicide the third leading cause among young adults.

⮚        Some countries invest significantly in mental healthcare, while (11)_________ struggle with minimal funding. Current data reveals that (12)_________ disparities are wide, ranging dramatically from 65 per person in wealthy nations compared to merely 0.04 in low-income countries.

⮚        These shocking statistics demand immediate global coordination to strengthen mental health services, develop community-based care models, and ensure universal access to quality treatment for all populations worldwide.

❖        Act now—mental health cannot wait!

https://www.who.int/lk

Question 7:A. to
B.  at
C.  on
D.  about

Question 10:A. suicide
B.  mortality
C.  fatality
D.  homicide

Question 30: In which paragraph does the writer mention which groups are specifically mentioned as facing disproportionate challenges?

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

Question 29: In which paragraph does the writer mention what the main consequence of stalled structural transformation is?

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

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

A.  young individuals

B.  vocational training programs

C.  developing economies

D.  employment opportunities

Read the following passage about Climate Inequality and Environmental Degradation 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 Climate Inequality Report 2025 shows big differences in who is responsible for climate change and how wealth is shared. Rich people cause much more greenhouse gas pollution through their investments than through what they buy and use personally. If wealthy people continue to own most of the world's money and assets, (18)_________. The richest people control about 41% of carbon emissions through their private investments. This is much more than the pollution they create from their daily lives. However, (19)_________, even though they cause very little pollution. Poor people cannot afford clean energy or protect themselves from climate problems, while rich people can buy low-carbon investments and keep themselves safe from environmental damage.

The study shows that owning polluting companies and investments causes more environmental harm than individual choices like driving or flying. (20)_________, it becomes very difficult to move toward clean energy. Investment funds that focus on oil, gas, and coal create huge amounts of carbon pollution while making lots of money for their owners. The report suggests several solutions: stop all investments in fossil fuel companies, create special taxes on carbon-heavy wealth, and help governments invest in clean energy. (21)_________. The goal is to spread ownership of clean energy companies more fairly while reducing both pollution and inequality between the rich and the poor. Solving this problem needs countries to work together in ways never seen before. Without policies that share wealth more fairly, climate change will make the gap between those (22)_________. New government systems must make sure that environmental costs are shared fairly across all levels of society.

https://wid.world/lk

Question 18:

A.  having controlled most assets the wealthy will accumulate much more wealth by 2050

B.  the companies which wealthy people owns will generate much more profits by 2050

C.  the gap between the rich and the poor will become much worse by 2050

D.  the investments who rich individuals prefer will increase much more rapidly by 2050

Question 16:

A.         First, look for certifications from green organizations, and check if they follow international environmental standards.

B.         The best companies use renewable energy and limit group sizes so they don't damage the natural environment you want to visit.

C.         Before you book, read customer reviews online and ask questions about their practices because this helps you make the right choice.

D.         When you plan an eco-trip, choosing the right operator is important because it affects both nature and local communities.

e.        Since ethical operators work with local people, they should hire local guides and support community projects that benefit everyone.

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

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.

Revolutionary Global Summit Addresses Youth Mental Health Crisis

⮚        The groundbreaking UNDP-Dartmouth symposium has successfully brought together leading experts (1)_________ are dedicated to tackling the unprecedented decline in youth mental well-being. Statistics (2)_________ by renowned institutions reveal alarming trends, with 31% of children experiencing mental health issues within a single month.

⮚        This comprehensive research clearly demonstrates how digital platforms are (3)_________ the long-standing U-shaped relationship in well-being among young people globally. The three-day event (4)_________ immediate coordinated action to address what experts describe as a global coordination problem.

⮚        A (5)_________ of participants emphasized that mental well-being must become central to human development policies, not merely a health sector concern. The newly established "Dartmouth Principles" will guide future interventions, focusing on (6)_________ social connections, regulating digital platforms, and promoting offline interactions. Hope remains strong as collaborative solutions emerge to support our youth's future.

https://hdr.undp.org/lk

Question 1:A. who
B.  whom
C.  that
D.  which

Question 2:A. publishing
B.  published
C.  had published
D.  which published

Question 4:A. brought about
B.  resulted in
C.  focused on
D.  called for