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Multiple Choice

: The word "advance" in paragraph 1 is OPPOSITE in meaning to ________.

• Simple

• Complex

• Modern

•  Useful

Multiple Choice

According to the passage, what is the purpose of using smart systems in Singapore?

• To monitor weather conditions

• To guide tourists around the city

• To control water and air pollution

• To improve public safety

Multiple Choice

The word " convenient" in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to ________.

• Useful

• High – rise

•  Difficult

• Reliable

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is NOT true according to the passage?

• Singapore uses smart systems to save energy in buildings.

• Singapore has planted fewer trees to focus on technology.

• The transportation system in Singapore is connected to the internet.

• The city aims to use more solar power in the future.

Multiple Choice

What does the word "them" in paragraph 2 refer to?

• Singaporean    

• The police

• the streets

•  problems

Multiple Choice

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

In short, in Singapore, technology is used to improve daily life in many ways.

•    To sum up, people use modern technology to better their daily life in many ways in Singapore.

• To sum up, people don’t use technology to make people’s life in Singapore better in some ways

•    In conclusion, advanced technology is rarely used to make people’s life improve in many ways.

•    In conclusion, in a few ways, people in Singapore seldom use technology to improve daily life

Multiple Choice

In which paragraph talks about the safety measures in Singapore?

• Paragraph 1

• Paragraph 4     

• Paragraph 3

• Paragraph 2

Multiple Choice

In which paragraph is smart transportation system mentioned as a smart technology to make people’s life in Singapore better?

• Paragraph 1

• Paragraph 2

• Paragraph 4

• Paragraph 3

Multiple Choice

In which paragraph does the writer discuss the use of technology in music?

• Paragraph 4

• Paragraph 1

• Paragraph 3

• Paragraph 2

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a way people enjoy music?

• Singing

• Dancing

• Playing instruments

• Listening

Multiple Choice

The word “boost” in paragraph 4 is OPPOSITE in meaning to _______.

• increase

• raise

• improve

• reduce

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best paraphrases the sentence in paragraph 2:

"Music also has the power to bring people together"?

• Different songs help performers focus during concerts.

• People feel separated when they listen to different songs.

• Music helps people to connect and enjoy shared experiences.

• Music makes people think about their individual experiences.

Multiple Choice

The word “accessible”  in paragraph 3 is CLOSEST in meaning to _______.

•  available

• difficult

• negative

•  boring

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

• Festivals and ceremonies no longer include music.

• Technology makes it harder for artists to share music

• Music therapy is used to help people feel better.

• Music can only express positive emotions

Multiple Choice

The word “it” in paragraph 1 refers to _______.

• music

•  emotions

• activity

• life

Multiple Choice

In which paragraph does the writer mention benefits of music in improving our health?

• Paragraph 1

• . Paragraph 4

• Paragraph 3

• Paragraph 2

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the text as a benefit of outdoor activities?

• A. Improvement in mental skills

• B. Enhancement of physical fitness
  

• C. Promotion of social interaction

• D. Increase in indoor activities

Multiple Choice

Which word in the text is closest in meaning to "cognitive"?

• mental

• stressed

• active

• fit

Multiple Choice

The word "their" in paragraph 2 refers to_______.

• outdoor activities

•  people

• health benefits

• physical activities

Multiple Choice

The word "crucial" in paragraph 2 could be best replaced by _______.

• necessary        

• optional

• . beneficial

• harmful

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in the paragraph?

•      Outdoor activities improve physical strength, but mental capabilities

• Doing outdoor activities improves your fitness and helps you make friends

• Spending time inside only benefits physical health, excluding social well-being

•      Outdoor activities promote either physical fitness or social skills.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

• A. Outdoor activities guarantee safety and have no risks.

• B. Experts suggest staying indoors to avoid injuries.

• C. Regular outdoor exercise can help prevent certain diseases.

• D. Technology-based entertainment is better for mental health than outdoor activities

Multiple Choice

In which paragraph does the writer mention the importance of natural reconnection?

• . Paragraph 1

• . Paragraph 2

• . Paragraph 3

• . Paragraph 4

Multiple Choice

In which paragraph does the writer give the example of the potential danger of outdoor activities?

• Paragraph 1

• Paragraph 2

• Paragraph 3

• Paragraph 4

Multiple Choice

According to the passage, which of the following is NOT mentioned as a way to protect the environment?

• using canvas bags for shopping instead of plastic ones

• reusing plastic things

• buying more bottles

• recycling plastic things

Multiple Choice

The word investigating in paragraph 1 could be best replaced by _______

• finding out

• giving up

•  solving

• reporting

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

• Plastic goods such as CDs and toys can be useless.

• They now make plastics from parts of plants.

• Plastic can remain for a long time without decomposing.

• People can’t reuse plastic bottles, so they throw them away.

Multiple Choice

The word "They" in paragraph 2 refers to ______.

• Things

• Plastics

• Rubbish dumps

• People

Multiple Choice

The phrase "get rid of" in paragraph 2 is OPPOSITE in meaning to ______.

• A. remove

• B. make

• C. create

• D. keep

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best paraphrase the underlined sentence in paragraph 4?

• Using canvas bags instead of plastic ones is another effective method to safeguard the environment while shopping.

• Rather than using canvas bags when going shopping, plastic ones serves as another way of protecting the environment.

• Another measure that is taken for preserving the environment is the use of plastic bags in place of canvas bags for shopping.

• The only method for safeguarding the environment is using canvas bags for shopping rather than plastic ones.

Multiple Choice

In which paragraph does the writer mention the origin of plastics?

• Paragraph 1

• Paragraph 2

• Paragraph 3

• Paragraph 4

Multiple Choice

In which paragraph does the writer talk about the impacts of plastics on lives?

• Paragraph 1

• Paragraph 2

• Paragraph 3

• Paragraph 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a threat to biodiversity?

• Habitat loss     

• Increased competition

• Climate regulation

• Changes in food availability

Multiple Choice

The term vulnerable in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to

• Resilient

• Susceptible

•  Unaffected

• Strong

Multiple Choice

The word this in paragraph 2 refers to

• Coral bleaching

• Marine life      

• Coral reefs

• Ecosystems

Multiple Choice

The word innovations in paragraph 4 could be best replaced by

• Developments

•  Problems

• . Limitations    

• Techniques

Multiple Choice

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

• A.Global actions are focusing on reducing biodiversity and promoting climate change.

• B. People around the world are working to reduce the impacts of climate change and protect nature.

• C. Countries around the world are working together to improve climate and reduce biodiversity.

• D. International laws are made to reduce climate change and encourage conservation efforts in cities

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

• A. Coral reefs do not affect human livelihoods.

• B. Costa Rica has no protected areas for biodiversity.

• C. One million species are at risk of extinction.

• D. Climate change has no direct impact on wildlife.

Multiple Choice

In which paragraph does the writer mention the direct consequences of climate change?

• Paragraph 1

• Paragraph 2

• Paragraph 3

• Paragraph 4

Multiple Choice

In which paragraph does the writer explore modern solutions for biodiversity conservation?

• Paragraph 1

• Paragraph 2

• Paragraph 3

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