Question 5: A. with a new introduction to talented and consistently external perspectives B. which new talent is consistently introduced fro...

Question 2:

A. as though these externally transferable employees may inadvertently stop new skill acquisition during their long tenure

B. lest newly acquired, externally transferable skills inadvertently stop the employment of long-tenured employees

C. on the grounds that these long-tenured employees may inadvertently stop acquiring new, externally transferable skills

D. in the event that inadvertent transference of new skills stops the external acquisition by long-tenured employees

Question 3:

A. The individual who experiences advancement in their long-term career, in such a situation, often perceives stability as an unrecognized casualty

B. The individual's long-term career advancement, in such a situation, often becomes the unrecognized casualty of this perceived stability

C. Perceiving stability as a casualty, in such a situation, often becomes an unrecognized long-term career advancement for many individuals

D. The perception of stability, in such a situation, usually becomes the long-term casualty, unrecognized by the advancing individual's career

Question 4:

A. Companies must therefore proactively create clear pathways for meaningful internal mobility and continuous skill acquisition

B. The proactive creation of clear pathways for internal mobility meaningfully requires continuous skill acquisition by companies

C. Meaningful internal mobility must therefore be created by proactively clearing pathways for continuous skill acquisition by companies

D. Therefore, the clarity of pathways for meaningful internal mobility must be proactively created by continuous skill acquisition

Read the 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 from 6 to 13.

The word "healing" has aggressively permeated the daily vernacular of the younger workforce. It is no longer utilized solely in a medical context but has evolved into a catch-all term for a specific, aspirational lifestyle. Travel agencies and hospitality groups now aggressively market "healing tours" to remote mountain retreats or forest hideaways. These packages promise more than simple leisure; they offer a structured remedy for the burnout and accumulated fatigue of modern urban life. The concept of rest has been repackaged as an essential, therapeutic intervention.

A distinct and lucrative industry has rapidly mobilized around this collective exhaustion. Silence, fresh air, and a disconnection from digital devices are now sold at a premium. Resorts charge exorbitant rates for meditation sessions, sound baths, and organic nutrition plans. The pursuit of mental well-being, once a private and internal process, is now visibly commoditized. Access to these restorative experiences is frequently predicated on substantial disposable income, creating a situation where the ability to effectively "heal" becomes an exclusive privilege rather than a universal right.

The ubiquity of this trend points to a pervasive underlying issue within the contemporary employment environment. The relentless exigencies of corporate schedules and the dissolving boundary between professional and personal time have generated unprecedented levels of stress. Young professionals often feel compelled to seek these expensive escapes not merely for enjoyment, but as a necessary maintenance strategy to sustain their productivity. The popularity of such retreats is a stark indicator of a workforce operating near its breaking point, seeking external solutions for systemic internal pressures.

A return to the city often exposes the transient nature of these expensive respites. The immediate alleviation of stress achieved during a weekend retreat frequently evaporates upon re-entry into the chaotic office environment. Critics argue that while such excursions provide a temporary, soothing placebo, they fail to address the root causes of the anxiety. True psychological restoration requires sustainable changes to daily habits and working conditions, rather than sporadic high-cost interruptions to the grind.

(Adapted from SciSpace)

Question 6: The word restorative in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to ______.

A. exclusive B. revitalizing C. preventive D. holistic

Question 7: Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage as a service or amenity provided by the expensive "healing" resorts?

A. Meditation sessions B. Sound baths

C. Organic nutrition plans D. Private yoga classes

Question 8: Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 3?

A. The unceasing demands of business timetables combined with the fading separation between work and home have created considerable anxiety for the modern workforce.

B. Anxiety levels never seen before have resulted from the unceasing demands of business timetables and the erasing lines separating work from private life.

C. Due to the unceasing competitiveness of business agendas and the blurring of life-work boundaries, employees are facing record-breaking amounts of mental strain.

D. What has generated unpredictable forms of tension is the unceasing pressure of business timetables and the fading distinction between work and home life.

Question 9: The word its in paragraph 3 refers to ______.

A. popularity B. workforce C. productivity D. strategy

Question 10: The word sporadic in paragraph 4 is OPPOSITE in meaning to ______.

A. continuous B. sudden C. expensive D. intense

Question 11: Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

A. The substantial costs associated with wellness tourism are primarily driven by a geographical shortage of undeveloped wilderness suitable for commercial expansion.

B. Travel agencies are promoting secluded nature getaways by emphasizing the clinical efficacy of distinct, traditional woodland treatments.

C. Major business organizations are now actively instituting permanent operational adjustments to resolve the foundational sources of pervasive staff mental distress.

D. Junior corporate employees regard costly retreats less as recreational leisure and more as a tactical measure to preserve professional output.

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 5.

The recent trend of "job hugging," whereby employees cling to their current roles, stems from a complex mix of economic anxiety and a desire for perceived stability. This behavior is also driven by a psychological attachment to the comfort of the familiar, a feeling that often intensifies during periods of high inflation, and (1) ________, a set of motivations that are redefining workplace loyalty.

While employers might initially praise this apparent loyalty, a sentiment that contrasts sharply with the recent "Great Resignation", they also risk fostering a stagnant workforce, (2) ________. The lack of new talent and fresh ideas can stifle innovation and long-term competitiveness.

(3) ________. An individual may become so specialized in their company's internal processes that their skills are no longer transferable to the wider industry. Such loyalty, therefore, often masks a deep-seated fear of professional irrelevance.

The antidote to this stagnation is not necessarily "job hopping," but continuous internal development. (4) ________. As long as employees are actively learning and being challenged, their tenure can be an asset rather than a liability.

A healthy workplace in the future, one that retains talent without causing stagnation, will achieve success by weighing the clear benefits of fostering internal mobility, which keeps long-term employees engaged and adaptable, (5) ________ that ensures the company remains competitive and innovative.

(Adapted from The Wall Street Journal)

Question 1:

A. navigate the high competition and unforgiveness of a deep-seated, fearful job market

B. a fearful navigation of a highly competitive and unforgiving job market's deep-seated nature

C. a deep-seated fear of navigating a highly competitive and unforgiving job market

D. by the high competition and deep-seated fear of navigating an unforgiving job market