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ĐỀ KIỂM TRA ANH VĂN Rain forests cover less than six percent of the earth’s area, but they have 100,000 kinds of all the kinds of plants on the earth. Three-fourths of known kinds of plants and animals call the rain forest their home. Twenty percent of our different kinds of medicine comes from rain forests. The glues on an envelope and in shoes come from tropical plants. Rain forests provide materials for hundreds of other products. Rain forests are also very important to the world’s climate. The Amazon rain forest alone receives about thirty to forty percent of the total rainfall on the earth and products about the same percentage of the world oxygen. Some scientists believe that the decreasing size of rain forests will affect the climate on the earth, making it uncomfortable or even dangerous for life. Saving rain forests is an international problem. One country, or even a few countries, cannot solve the problem alone. The nations of the world must work together to find a solution before it is too late. 1. What percent of the earth’s area do rain forests cover ? A. Only 6 percent B. 20 percent C. less than 6 percent D. over 6 percent 2. How many known kinds of plants and animals call the rain forests their home ? 40 3 4 3 A. 3 B. 4 C. 3 D. 40 3. What percent of the total rainfall on the earth does the Amazon rain forests receive ? A. about 20 to 30 B. less than 30 C. exactly 30 to 40 D. about 30 to 40 4. According to some scientists, what will the decreasing size of rain forests affect on the earth? A. oxygen B. climate C. plants D. only animals 5. According to the passage, what must the nations of the world do to find a solution? A. work together B. work alone C. save rain forests only D. save their lives Page 1
Wild animals (and wild plants) and the wild places where they live are seriously threatened almost everywhere. One species has become extinct in each year of this century. But many hundreds are now in danger. Lack of attention would lead to the rapid advance of the process of extinction. Already many kinds of wild animals has been so reduced in number that their role in the ecosystem is forgotten. Animals like the great apes, the whales, seals etc. thought to be in danger of extinction. But even more important, perhaps than individual kinds of animals and plants, whole habitats are in danger of vanishing: marshes are being drained, and the world forests, especially tropical forests are being cut down to satisfy man’s needs of timber and paper. What would our world be like if all the wild animals and wild plants vanished? - Would our life still exist then? 1. What would happen to the human beings if the wild life vanished? A. Many species would quickly become extinct. B. The human life would be seriously threatened. C. Species would go on dying out. D. Tropical forests would be cut down. 2. What is more important than individual kinds of animals and plants? A. the vanishing of whole habitats. B. the extinction of many species. D. man’s need of timber and paper. C. the rapid advance of the process of extinction. 3. What does the writer caution us against? A. cutting down the tropical forests. B. hunting wild animals. C. draining marshes. D. destroying our environment. 4. What would happen if we cut down forests? Cutting down forests would cause …………….. A. the changes of temperature. B. the flood C. both A and B are correct. D. none are correct. 5. “To threaten” in the passage means ………….. A. to pollute B. to give fear to C. to vanish D. to poison Page 2
In developing countries, where three fourths of the world’s population live, sixty percent of the people who can’t read and write are women. Being illiterate doesn’t mean they are not intelligent. It does mean it is difficult for them to change their lives. They produce more than haft of the food. In Africa eighty percent of all agricultural work is done by women. There are many programs to help poor countries develop their agriculture. However, for years, these programs provided money and training for men. In parts of Africa, this is a typical day for a village woman. At 4:45 a.m, she gets up, washes and eats. It takes her a haft hour to walk to the fields, and she works there until 3:00p.m. She collects firewood and gets home at 4:00. She spends the next hour and a haft preparing food to cook. Then she collects water for another hour. From 6:30 to 8:30 she cook. After dinner, she spends an hour washing the dishes and her children. She goes to bed at 9:30 p.m. International organizations and programs run by developed nations are starting to help women, as well as men, improve their agricultural production. Governments have already passed some laws affecting women because of the UNO Decade for Women. The UNO report will affect the changes now happening in the family and society. 1. By whom (what) was the Decade for Women organized? A. by developing countries. B. by the United Nations Organization. C. by the World Health Organization. D. by many African countries. 2. Why do people say women produce more than haft of the food? A. because 80 percent of all agricultural work is done by women. B. because 60 percent of women are illiterate. C. most women are not intelligent. D. all are correct. 3. Why do people say that African women’s lives are hard? A. because these women are busy with housework.. B. because they work all day in the fields. C. both A and B are correct. D. none are correct. 4. What do these women do after dinner? A. they always go for a walk. B. they collect water. C. they collect firewood. D. they always wash dishes and their children. 5. It is difficult for them to change their lives. Why? A. because they are illiterate. B. because they are afraid of changing. C. because they do eighty percent of agricultural work. D. All are correct. Page 3
Germany had one of the lowest rates of unemployment back in 1980. It stood at just 3%. Now the rate is increasing. The United States has had ups and downs. In 1980, it was about 1% lower than that in Germany; 7.5% in 1981; and in 1984, it was the same rate as in 1980. Great Britain heads the employment chart. In 1980, their situation was the same as the United States, then followed a sharp rise in 1981, when the rate was 10,5%. This rose gradually over the next two years to 13%. There was no great change until two years later people saw another increase to about 13.5% and figures do not look as though they are on their way down yet. 1. What was the rate of unemployment in the United States in 1980? A.2% B. 3% C. 7.5% D. 1% 2. What was the rate of unemployment in Britain in 1983? A. 2% B. 3% C. 7.5% D.13% 3. Which country had the highest rates of unemployment? A. Germany B. France C. The US D. Britain 4. In what year of the 1980s did Britain have the highest rate? A. 1980 B. 1981 C. 1984 D.1985 5. In England, the rate of unemployment is __________ A. on their way down B. lowest C. not increasing D. not on their way down Page 4
WHY PEOPLE WORK All of us know that we have to work hard to earn a living ourselves and to support our family. However, we work not only for material life but also for many things that are beyond gaining money. We are working to affirm our ability on a certain field. We feel self-reliant, self-confident, and proud because we are financially independent. Anyone who works is regarded as a useful member of society. We are working that means we are contributing useful goods and services to our country. Working helps us train our skills and talents. We always try our best to do a good job. The better we work, the more money we earn and that motivate us to work harder. Without working, a man’s life will be empty, purposeless and meaningless and it is easy for a lazy jobless man to do wrongs. 1. We have to work hard _____ A. because we are forced to B. to make our material life better C. to make ourselves purposeless D. All are correct 2. Besides money, ________________. A. we can get many other benefits from work B. we can get some salary from work C. we sometimes feel very meaningless D. we can not contribute anything to our country 3. The more we work _____ . A. the duller we feel B. the less we earn C. the more we contribute to society D. A and B 4. What motivates us to work harder? - ______. A. good job B. good pay C. good way D. good skills 5. Without working, one's life is _______. A. better B. more confident C. self-reliant D. meaningless Page 5
Many people discriminate one skin colour from another, especially between the white and the black. In some states in America, the coloured people don’t have the same rights as the white people. Coloured people are badly treated in some areas of the world and some are even killed because of their colour. 1. What do many people discriminate? A. colour B. skin C. hair colour D. skin colour 2. Where do the coloured people not have the same rights as the white people? – In _____. A. Africa B. Asia C. Australia D. some states in America 3. How are the coloured treated? A. They are not badly treated. C. They are badly treated. B. They are fair treated. D. They are well treated. 4. How are some other coloured people? A. They are killed. C. They are hired. B. They are trained. D. They are loved. Page 6
Sean O’Casey wrote many stories, novels, plays and a great autobiography in six volumes. In his works, he described the hard life of the Irish workers and their struggle against the British government. He wrote about his time and himself, and about his people as a whole. All his work were highly appreciated because of their literary values and progress views. Sean O’Casey died in England at the age of 84, and was well-remembered as an active fighter for friendship, peace, solidarity and independence. His last words at the party given on his 84th birthday were: I’m more of a Communist now than I ever was…”. 3. What did he describe in his works? A. The fight for independence from Great Britain B. The poverty of the Irish soldiers C. The progress views of the English government D. The hard life of the Irish workers and their struggle against the British government 4. Why were all his works appreciated? A. Because of their literary values and progress views B. Because of the hard life of the Irish workers C. Because of the struggle for independence D. Because of the fight against the English 5. Which of the following statements is NOT true? A. Sean O’Casey wrote about his time and himself. B. Sean O’Casey died at the age of 84. C. Sean O’Casey didn’t write about his people as a whole. D. The Irish workers fought against the British government. 6. Which of the following statements is PROBABLY true? A. All Sean O’Casey’s works were not highly appreciated. B. Sean O’Casey struggled against freedom. C. Sean O’Casey was well-remembered as an active fighter D. Sean O’Casey died in Ireland. 16. What can we assume from the passage? A. Sean O’Casey wrote many stories, novels, plays and a great autobiography in six volumes. B. Sean O’Casey was an Irish writer. C. Sean O’Casey was an active fighter for friendship, peace, solidarity and independence. D. Sean O’Casey was a Communist. Page 7
Most of the people who like films are only interested in the leading actor or actress when they enjoy a film. It seems to them that only the actors or actresses have made the film successful. They always pay attention to(1) their appearance, performance, and fashion. There are many film viewers who have no awareness(2) of the other people’s work to make a film. A finished film is, actually, the result of the collaboration of many persons, and the most important among them are the scriptwriter, the cinematographer, the film editor, the actor, and the director. Especially, in some thrilling scenes, the roles of stuntmen(3) are very important. They are always in danger(4) when they are acting; some of them are even badly hurt or dead. But what a pity, many film viewers rarely appreciate their work. 1. To many film viewers, …… A. the director is the most important C. no one is more important than the leading actor or actress B. the stuntmen play the most important role D. the most important person is the cinematographer 2. Many film viewers always pay attention to …… A. the director’s name and appearance C. the actors’ and actresses’ appearance, performance, and fashion B. the leading actors’ or actresses’ family D. the pictures taken by the cinematographer 3. A finished film is the result if the collaboration of …… A. many people B. the actors C. the actresses D. the director 4. There are …… most important individuals in making a film. A. 3 B. 4 C. 5 D. 6 5. The work of stuntmen is …… A. secure B. dangerous C. interesting D. thrilled Page 8
In advertising the term media(1) refers to communication vehicles(2) such as newspapers, magazines, radio, television, billboards, direct mails, and the Internet. Advertisers use media to convey(3) commercial messages to customers. In 2001, the U.S. expenditure(4) in media was estimated at $ 233.7 billion, of which television accounted for(5) 22.5%, direct mail 19.8%, newspapers 19.3%, radio 7.7%, magazines 4.7%, and the Internet 1.8%, with other media accounting for the remainder. Newspapers, magazines, radio and television are considered mass media because they deliver advertisements to every customer. In 2000, in the U.S., there were 1,483 daily newspapers, 3,188 magazines, 1,248 commercial television stations and 10,220 commercial radio stations. The wide coverage of the mass media makes them ideal vehicles for advertisers who need to reach a large number of customers. 1. The word “communication vehicles” means …… A. direct mails and the Internet C. newspapers, magazines, radio, TV, billboards B. motorbikes and bicycles D. a and c 2. Advertisers use media to …… A. buy goods B. send messages C. get information D. advertise their goods 3. In 2001, the U.S. advertising expenditure through the Internet was …… A. the biggest C. as much as it was on TV B. the smallest D. as much as it was on newspapers 4. Newspapers, magazines, TV and radio are considered …… A. mass media B. useless media C. the most expensive D. the least expensive 5. How many magazines were there in the U.S. in 2000? A. 1,483 B. 3,188 C. 1,248 D. 10,220 Page 9
A new study(1) shows that women can reduce(2) their chances(3) of developing heart disease by jogging for about three hours every week. The researchers at Harvard University Medical in Boston have just reported the results(4) of the study on the New England Journal of Medicine. The study is the first to show the effectiveness(5) of jogging in the developing of heart disease in women. Only a few earlier studies have examined the effects of jogging on the heart, but nearly all have been done on men. The new study involves more than 72,000 women between the ages of forty and sixty-five during a period of eight years. The researchers have found that women who jog at least three hours a week have a thirty to forty percent lower chance of suffering a heart attack(6) than those who do not. 1. The new study is about …… A. men and heart attack C. the effect of jogging to reduce heart attacks on women B. men and jogging D. medicine in Harvard University 2. Who have done the research? A. The journalists on the New England Journal of Medicine B. The researchers at Harvard University Medical in Boston C. Women between the ages of forty and sixty-five D. Some joggers 3. How many hours should women jog at least a week to reduce heart attacks? A. 3 B. 40 C. 65 D. 72 4. Most of the early researches have been done on …… A. babies B. children C. women D. men 5. How long does the new research take? A. 3 years B. 8 years C. 10 years D. 12 years Page 10
It is estimated(1) that about 200 million people use the Internet around the world. Most people use it to get information(2) or for entertainment. A new study, however, says that almost 6% of Internet users are using it so often that it is seriously harming(3) their lives. The study says these people may find it difficult to stop using the Internet because they have become addicted(4). Someone who is addicted finds it extremely difficult to stop an activity. According to Mr. Greenfield, a psychologist, 30% Internet users say that they use the Internet to escape(5) from problems or emotions. The study also shows that having discussions with strangers in Internet areas called “chat rooms” is one of the most addictive activities. 1. Most people use the Internet …… A. for getting information C. a and b are correct B. for entertainment D. a and b are incorrect 2. Some people use the Internet so often that …… A. it is seriously harming their lives C. they become more and more intelligent B. it is good for their mind D. they become computer programmers 3. When someone is addicted to the Internet, they …… A. can’t stop using it easily C. can stop using it easily B. can get rid of it D. will become intelligent 4. According to Mr. Greenfield, 30% Internet users use the Internet …… A. for entertainment C. for getting information B. for chatting D. for escaping from problems and emotions 5. One of the most addictive activities is …… A. chatting B. setting programmes C. getting information D. playing chess Page 11
According to many experts, violence(1) carried out by the victim’s(2) family members is the most common kind of violence against females(3). It is called domestic(4) violence. A new report says domestic violence is one of the worst kinds of human rights violations. Such action affects the emotional(5) and physical health of victims. Domestic violence can also be psychological(6). Victims of repeatedly psychological violence say emotional torture(7) and living in fear(8) are worse than physical mistreatment(9). Domestic violence happens because of sex discrimination(10). Males are considered more important in parts of South Asia, North Africa, the Middle East and China. In some countries, women are considered the property of men. Several men feel that they have the right to punish women in their family. Domestic violence also includes preventing women from getting higher education or medical care. The people who carry out domestic violence should be punished strictly for their acts. 1. Domestic violence is …… A. one that is carried out by the victim’s family members against females B. one that happens between criminals C. physical punishment at school D. physical punishment for naughty boys 2. Domestic violence affects …… A. the victim’s social position B. the victim’s friendship C. the victim’s emotional and physical health D. the victim’s education 3. Domestic violence happens because of …… A. sex discrimination B. pollution C. financial difficulty D. race discrimination 4. According to victims of psychological violence, …… A. physical mistreatment is worse than emotional torture and living in fear B. psychological violence is not a big problem C. emotional torture and living in fear are worse than physical mistreatment D. emotional torture is worse than living in fear 5. In some countries, …… A. men are considered more important then women B. women are considered men’s property C. men feel they have the right to punish women in their family D. all are correct Page 12
Samuel Langhorne Clemens, known to the world as Mark Twain, was the son of a lawyer(1) in the State of Missouri. He was born in 1835. When he was five years old, he was sent to school. He did not like school but had many friends and was their leader. In summer when school was over, the boys spent many hours on the river. As Mark Twain said later, many events in “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer” really took place(2) and the characters were from his real life. Tom Sawyer was the portrait(3) of the writer; Huckleberry Finn was his friend, Tom Blankenship; Aunt Polly was his mother; Tom’s brother, Sid, was like his brother Henry. The novel was published in 1876. It is now known to children and grown- ups(4) all over the world. 1. What was Mark Twain’s father’s job? A. a writer B. a lawyer C. a teacher D. an adventurer 2. Mark Twain started school in …… A. 1835 B. 1836 C. 1876 D. 1840 3. Mark Twain …… A. didn’t like school B. work hard at school C. liked school very much D. did well at school 4. What did he usually do in summer? A. He enjoyed reading. C. He spent the holidays on the Mississippi River. B. He prepared for the next school year. D. He worked as a fisherman. 5. The characters in “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer” were …… A. boring B. from his imagination C. from his real life D. a and c Page 13
In advertising the term media(1) refers to communication vehicles(2) such as newspapers, magazines, radio, television, billboards, direct mails, and the Internet. Advertisers use media to convey(3) commercial messages to customers. In 2001, the U.S. expenditure(4) in media was estimated at $ 233.7 billion, of which television accounted for(5) 22.5%, direct mail 19.8%, newspapers 19.3%, radio 7.7%, magazines 4.7%, and the Internet 1.8%, with other media accounting for the remainder. Newspapers, magazines, radio and television are considered mass media because they deliver advertisements to every customer. In 2000, in the U.S., there were 1,483 daily newspapers, 3,188 magazines, 1,248 commercial television stations and 10,220 commercial radio stations. The wide coverage of the mass media makes them ideal vehicles for advertisers who need to reach a large number of customers. 6. The word “communication vehicles” means …… A. direct mails and the Internet C. newspapers, magazines, radio, TV, billboards B. motorbikes and bicycles D. a and c 7. Advertisers use media to …… A. buy goods B. send messages C. get information D. advertise their goods 8. In 2001, the U.S. advertising expenditure through the Internet was …… A. the biggestC. as much as it was on TV B. the smallest D. as much as it was on newspapers 9. Newspapers, magazines, TV and radio are considered …… A. mass media B. useless media C. the most expensive D. the least expensive 10. How many magazines were there in the U.S. in 2000? A. 1,483 B. 3,188 C. 1,248 D. 10,220 Page 14
One of the most urgent environmental problems in the world today is the shortage of clean water. Having clean drinking water is a basic human right. But acid rain, industrial pollution and garbage have made many sources of water undrinkable. Lakes, reservoirs and even entire seas have become vast pools of poison. Lake Baikal in Russia is one of the largest lakes in the world. It contains a rich variety of animals and plants, including 1300 rare species that do not exist anywhereelse in the world. But they’re being destroyed be massive volumes of industrial effluent which pour into the lake everydat. Even where law existed, the government didn’t have the power to enforce them. Most industries simply ignore the regulations. The Mediterranean Sea occupies 1% of the world’s water surface. But it’s the dumping ground for 50% of all marine pollution. Almost 16 countries regularly throw industrial wastes a few miles off shore. Water is free to everyone. A few years ago, people thought that the supply of clean water in the world was limitless. Today, many water supplies have been ruined be pollution and sewage. Clean water is now scarce, and we’re at last beginning to respect this precious source. We should do something now ! 36. According to the writer, one envirinmental problem in the world today is ___. A. acid rain B. industrial pollution C. safe water shortage D. population explosion 37. Many sources of the water are not drinkable because of ___. A. acid rain B. industrial pollution C. garbage D. all are correct 38. What’s a serious problem of Lake Baikal in Russia ? A. It contains a rich variety of animals and plants. B. It’s polluted be massive volumes of industrial wastes discharged into it. C. It has 1300 rare species that do not exist anywhere wlse in the world. D. The government didn’t have the power to enforce laws and regulations. 39. How many countries throw industrial wastes into the Mediterranean Sea regularly? A. nearly 16 B. exactly 16 C. exactly 15 D. less than 15 40. What’s the message to the readers ? A. We should take action to protect our water resources. B. We should take all water resources into account. C. We should limit the use of water resources. D. We should encourage people to use safe water. Page 15
Human memory, formerly believed to be rather inefficient, is really more sophisticated than that of a computer. Researchers approaching the problem from a variety of points of view have all concluded that there is a great deal more stored in our minds than has been generally supposed. Dr. Wilder Penfield, a Canadian neurosurgeon, proved that by stimulating their brains electrically, he could elicit the total recall of specific events in his subjects’ lives. Even dreams and other minor events supposedly forgotten for many years suddenly emerged in detail. Although the physical basis for memory is not yet understood, one theory is that the fantastic capacity for storage in the brain is the result of an almost unlimited combination of interconnections between brain cells, stimulated by patterns of activity. Repeated references to the same information support recall. Or, to say that another way, improved performance is the result of strengthening the chemical bonds in the memory. 51. With what topic is the passage mainly concerned? A. Wilder Penfield B. Neurosurgery C. Human memory D. Chemical reactions 52. According to the passage, researchers have concluded that A. the mind has a much greater capacity for memory than was previously believed. B. the physical basis for memory is clear. C. different points of view are valuable. D. human memory is inefficient. 53. How did Penfield elicit dreams and other minor events from the past? A. By surgery B. By electric stimulation C. By repetition D. By chemical stimulation 54. According to the passage, the capacity for storage in the brain A. can be understood by examining the physiology. B. is stimulated by patterns of activity. C. has a limited combination of relationships. D. is not influenced by repetition. 55. The word “bonds” in the last line means A. promises. B. agreements. C. connections. D. responsibilities. Page 16
People who travel frequently on business or for pleasure often suffer some form of health problem, yet over half of these problems can easily be prevented. The most common ailment, a headache, can be avoided by taking along an ample supply of aspirin or other pain reliever. Another common affliction is motion sickness caused by the constant movement of a vehicle. Ginger capsules, sold in most health-food stores, have been found effective as a remedy. Other familiar problems include sunburn, which can be prevented by using an effective sunscreen, and insect bites, which can be controlled with use of a repellent spray or ointment. For everyday cuts and scratches, a first-aid kit containing bandages and antiseptic cream is recommended. 51. What is the best title for this passage? A. Frequent Travelers B. Avoiding Travel Ailments C. Common Health Problems D. Traveling for Business or Pleasure 52. According to the passage, travelers are most commonly bothered by A. sunburn B. motion sickness C. insect bites D. headaches 53. In line 3, the word “affliction” can best be replaced by A. result B. experience C. ailment D. supply 54. According to the passage, what can be used to remedy motion sickness? A. A moving vehicle B. Pain-killers C. Ginger capsules D. A first-aid kit 55. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage as a solution to a health problem? A. Sunscreen B. Cold cream C. Repellent spray D. Aspirin Page 17
Edwin Forrest, often acknowledged as America’s first national idol of American theater, was born in Philadelphia in 1806. He was only 14 years old when he played Young Norval in Home’s Douglas. He gained experience supporting Edmund Kean in Shakespearean roles. In 1826 he established himself as one of the great tragedians of the century with his role as Othello in a New York debut. His acting was bold and forceful, though he was also criticized for his boasting and loud language. His violent temper did not injure his reputation as an actor, though, and his last appearance as Richelieu in Boston in 1871 was greeted with acclaim. 51. Which of the following statements is best supported by this passage? A. Though Edwin Forrest was criticized, his reputation was not damaged. B. Forrest was a great actor, but was brought down by his uncontrollable temper. C. Though bold in his acting, in reality Forrest’s life was a tragedy. D. Forrest became a national idol at age 14, but was ruined later. 52. Which of the following roles was NOT one that Forrest played? A. Young Norval B. Edmund Kean C. Othello D. Richelieu 53. According to the author Forrest was A. angry B. temperamental C. satisfied D. creative 54. The word “injure” in line 5 could best be replaced by which of the following? A. support B. critique C. damage D. offend 55. According to the passage, what happened in 1826? A. New York produced a new tragedian. B. Forrest was in a New York play. C. Forrest made his first debut. D. Othello became known as a great tragedy. Page 18
There are many varieties of spider in the American Southwest, but none receives more respect than the western black widow, Latrodectus Hesperus. This poisonous spider, also called the “hour-glass” or “shoe-button” spider for the shape of the red markings on its abdomen, produces a venom 15 times more powerful than that of a rattlesnake. However, few deaths can be blamed on this insect because bites are rare and only a small amount of poison enters the body. The female adult black widow may reach a length of 1 ¼ inches, while the smaller male averages ¼ inch long. The adult female has a shiny black bulb- shaped abdomen, which distinguishes it from the male of the species. The male is generally brown with red and white markings on its flat underside. The female adult deposits its eggs in specially constructed sacs that hold from 50 to 250 eggs. The tiny pale spiderlings hatch within a few months and gradually develop into adults in one to two years. Some females live up to three years. The male does not fare so well, as it sometimes suffers the fate of being consumed by the female after the summer mating season. 51. What does the passage mainly discuss? A. Varieties of spider in the southwestern U.S. B. Characteristics of Latrodectus Hesperus C. Poisonous animals of the American Southwest D. the abdomens of black widow spiders 52. It can be inferred from the passage that rattlesnakes A. cause more deaths than black widows B. do not have markings on their bodies C. are limited in geographical range D. have more powerful venom than black widows 53. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage as a difference between a male and female black widow? A. Its body length B. The shape of its body C. The potency of its venom D. Its life span 54. In line 7, the word “underside” refers to A. the portion of the head closest to the ground B. the legs C. the upper back D. the abdomen 55. According to the passage, the maturation of baby black widow spiders occurs A. very rapidly B. over a couple of years C. within several months D. during the summer mating season Page 19
Traditionally, mental tests have been divided into two types. Achievement tests are designed to measure acquired skills and knowledge, particularly those that have been explicitly taught. The proficiency exams required by some states for high school graduation are achievement tests. Aptitude tests are designed to measure a person’s ability to acquire new skills or knowledge. For example, vocational aptitude tests can help you decide whether you would do better as a mechanic or musician. However, all mental tests are in some sense achievement tests because they assume some sort of past learning or experience with certain objects, words, or situations. The difference between achievement and aptitude tests is one of degree and intended use. 51. The author’s main purpose in this passage is to A. show importance of testing B. relate a story about aptitude and achievement tests C. compare and contrast achievement and aptitude tests D. criticize the use of testing to measure a person’s ability 52. This passage would most likely appear in A. an art journal B. a novel C. a psychology book D. a medical journal 53. Which of the following conclusions can be drawn from this passage? A. Aptitude and achievement tests are interchangeable. B. An aptitude test might be helpful to a person contemplating a career move. C. All high school students should take proficiency exams. D. Tests are a means of acquiring skills and knowledge. 54. From the passage: A. All mental tests are achievement tests. B. All mental tests are partly achievement tests. C. Achievement tests are completely different from aptitude tests. D. No ideas above are drawn from the passage. 55. The author’s attitude toward the subject of testing is A. indifferent B. critical C. objective D. emotional Page 20