Question 36: Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 4? A. The absence of scientifically proven strateg...

Question 2: The phrase “acclimating to” in paragraph 3 is OPPOSITE in meaning to ______.

A. embracing B. resisting C. reserving D. luxuriating

Question 3: The word “pronounced” in paragraph 3 could be best replaced by ______.

A. experienced B. uniformed C. marked D. applied

Question 4: The word “it” in paragraph 2 refers to ______.

A. alternative tongue B. linguistic fluency C. invaluable avenue D. studying abroad

Question 5: Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 4?

A. A young person can acquire a superficial outlook and an abundance of lived experiences while studying abroad, provided they approach the inevitable difficulties with a rigid and closed mind.

B. Despite the undeniable challenges of studying abroad, a willingness to adapt and learn can provide a young person with a deeper understanding of the world and a wealth of valuable experiences.

C. Despite the minor difficulties of studying abroad, an adaptable and open-minded attitude can rarely provide a young person with a deep perspective on life and a wealth of valuable experiences.

D. Even though international studies are filled with tough hurdles, a flexible and welcoming spirit allows a young person to gain valuable life lessons and a deep understanding of others’ opinions.

Question 6: Which of the following is NOT TRUE according to paragraph 3?

A. There are some drawbacks to studying overseas.
B. Students might find it hard to get used to the new culture and environments.
C. Differences in social customs are not a source of major difficulties.
D. Studying abroad can make young people feel lonely and homesick.

Question 7: Which paragraph refers to the growing trend of young people choosing to pursue education overseas?

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

Question 8: Which paragraph refers to the promising career prospects available to young people after their time studying abroad?

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

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 9 to 14.

The Drone Dilemma

Technology is rapidly changing the way we live and interact with the world. Take drones, for example. Over the last few years, they have become smaller, lighter, and cheaper. Imagine you are on this beach, relaxing, soaking up the sun. And then you see it… a drone is circling overhead, and you have no idea (9) ______ is controlling it.

For thousands of years, we have protected ourselves from prying eyes. We have erected fences and walls stopping people from seeing into our gardens. We’ve built houses with bedrooms and bathrooms on the second floor, so people cannot see in. With the invention of drones, these physical barriers have been (10) ______.

So, what laws do you think should be introduced about the use of drones by members of the public? A wide (11) ______ of law enforcement agencies around the world are increasingly turning to drones as tools for recording evidence of criminal (12) ______.

The problem, however, is that drones are not only being used to target (13) ______ people. Increasingly, they fly above cities, (14) ______ everything they see.

(Adapted from Workbook 11 – C21)

Question 9:

A. which B. whose C. who D. where

Question 10:

A. torn down B. written down C. shut down D. put down

Read the following passage 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 8.

In an increasingly global world, a substantial number of young individuals are opting to pursue their education overseas. This phenomenon presents a duality of both merits and demerits.

Studying abroad benefits young people in several ways. First, it furnishes them with an invaluable avenue for honing their proficiencies and attaining linguistic fluency in an alternative tongue. It is also a valuable opportunity to learn how to work with people from different cultures and backgrounds. In addition, studying abroad can open doors to interesting jobs once young people are back in their home country.

However, studying abroad also has some downsides. Young people living far from home can feel isolated and miss their families and friends. In addition to feelings of isolation, they may have difficulty acclimating to the new culture and surroundings. Given the pronounced divergence in societal norms across various nations, this can pose an accentuated impediment for a student embarking on an overseas educational journey. As a result, they need to adjust not only to different ways of doing things but also to divergent expectations and goals.

While studying abroad is undeniably replete with formidable challenges, a pliant and receptive mindset can nonetheless bestow upon a young person a profound outlook on life, coupled with an enriching tapestry of lived experiences.

(Adapted from Textbook 11 – C21 + The Real IELTS)

Question 1: Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a benefit of studying abroad for young people?

A. Sharpening their expertise
B. Becoming fluent in a foreign language
C. Earning a higher salary in a future career
D. Learning how to cooperate with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds