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1. Choose the best summary of the passage about Sunny-Side Up.

• A. Light-skinned people need a maximum of 15 minutes a day in direct sunlight to achieve the benefits of the sun’s rays.
• B. Spending too much time indoors can wreak havoc with your circadian rhythms, leach vitamin D from your bones, and damage your immune system.
• C. Although negative effects of sunlight are well known, people should be aware that some sunlight is necessary and beneficial.
• D. You can avoid direct sunlight but still reap the benefits of a day in the sun by using sunscreen or tinted glass.

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The best summary captures the essence of the passage, which acknowledges the well-known negative effects of sunlight while also emphasizing the necessity and benefits of sunlight exposure. C accurately reflects this balanced view, making it the most appropriate choice.

2. In the passage the word embark means to:

• A. Remove the covering from a tree
• B. Speak harshly to others
• C. Entertain the reader
• D. Put or go on board a ship

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The word 'embark' typically means to board a ship or begin a journey. In this context, it means to start or set out on a new undertaking or venture, often including the act of boarding a ship. In the provided passage about the Golden Gate Bridge, it is mentioned that builders, architects, and workers embarked on the challenge of building a bridge across the Golden Gate Strait, which refers to them starting this new undertaking. Therefore, the correct definition of 'embark' is D. Put or go on board a ship. The other choices are incorrect: A. Removing the covering from a tree is unrelated to the context of the passage. B. Speaking harshly to others and C. Entertaining the reader are also irrelevant to the meaning of 'embark' in this context.

3. What does the author suggest about the Earth's tilt in the passage on Daylight Savings Time?

• A. The Earth's tilt has no effect on the seasons.
• B. The Earth's tilt affects the amount of sunlight different areas receive.
• C. The Earth's tilt is constant throughout the year.
• D. The Earth's tilt changes dramatically during the seasons.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The author suggests that the Earth's tilt affects the amount of sunlight different areas receive, influencing the seasons. The passage explains how the tilt of the Earth towards the sun results in different regions receiving varying amounts of sunlight, leading to the existence of seasons. This tilt causes regions near the equator to receive more sunlight consistently, while the Poles experience periods of constant darkness or sunlight, creating different seasons. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect because the passage clearly states that the Earth's tilt influences sunlight distribution and subsequently impacts the seasons.

4. What conclusion can be drawn from the article on Eating?

• A. The author thinks chopsticks are funny.
• B. Space flight is fun and exciting.
• C. The author enjoys trying new food.
• D. Diversity is interesting to learn about.

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D. The author highlights cultural diversity and the variety of eating habits in the article. The passage discusses the different eating methods developed by various cultures, such as cutlery in European cultures and chopsticks in China. It emphasizes the interest in discovering these cultural differences and learning new ways of doing things, showcasing the importance of diversity. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect as they do not align with the main focus of the article, which is cultural diversity and eating habits, rather than the author's opinion on chopsticks, space flight, or personal food preferences.

5. What is implied about the rainforest's role in global climate?

• A. The rainforest has little impact on the climate.
• B. The rainforest plays a crucial role in regulating the climate.
• C. The rainforest is mainly important for biodiversity.
• D. The rainforest's destruction has no global consequences.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The rainforest plays a crucial role in regulating the global climate by absorbing carbon dioxide. The extract highlights the fact that trees take in carbon dioxide and give off oxygen. When trees are cut down, the amount of carbon dioxide increases, contributing to global warming. This emphasizes the significant impact of rainforests on the climate. Choice A is incorrect as the extract clearly states the importance of rainforests in absorbing carbon dioxide. Choice C, while true, is not directly related to the implied role of rainforests in regulating the climate. Choice D is also incorrect as the destruction of rainforests does have global consequences, such as contributing to global warming.

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