Nuclear Power

There are three separate sources of hazard in the process of supplying energy by nuclear power.

The radioactive material must travel from its place of manufacture to the power station. Although the power station themselves are solidly built, the container used for the transport of the materials are not. There are normally only two methods of transport available, namely road or rail. Unfortunately, both of these involve close contact with the public, since the routes are sure to pass near, or even through, heavily populated areas.

Next, there is the problem of waste. All nuclear power station produce wastes that in most cases will remain radioactive for thousands of years. It is impossible to make these waste nonradioactive, and so they must be stored in one of the inconvenient ways that scientists have invented. For example, they may be buried under the ground, or dropped into abandoned mines, or sunk in the sea. However, these methods do not solve the problem, since an earthquake could easily crack the containers open.

Finally, there is the problem of accidental exposure due to a leak or an explosion at the power station. As with the other two hazards, this is not very likely, so that it does not provide a serious objection to the nuclear program. Nevertheless, it can happen.

Separately, these three types of risks are not great cause for concern. On the whole through, the probability of disaster is still high.

All the statements are correct, except ……

• It is not impossible to make these waste nonradioactive.

• The probability of disaster of nuclear power is still high.

• All nuclear power will produce waste.

• The methods found by the scientists do not solve the problem.

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• to persuade the readers or listeners that something is the case.

• to retell past events

• to give steps of doing something

• to tell the newsworthy event(s) of the day

Higher Education for Women

In this modern era, there are still some parents who are hesitant about sending their daughters to college. The narrow attitude shown to women’s education is largely due to the traditional role of women in society. A womanis expected to be a wife and a mother. Most parents believe that if their daughter gets married and does not pursue a career but instead chooses to be a housewife, then the higher education will be a waste. However, an educated woman is not only a better wife but also contributes to society.

Nowadays, more and more women are successfully combining career and marriage. Educated woman are richer both emotionally and financially. They are able to find an outlet outside the drudgery and monotony of their homes. They bring more satisfaction and contentment to their lives.

Depriving girls of higher education is crass discrimination. Times have changed; modern’s society needs the talents of its people regardless of gender. Today, women work alongside men. In fact, in the last few decades, women have made outstanding contributions to society.

Woman should be given the freedom to be educated whether or not they get married or go to work after finishing their education because it is only through education that a woman will find herself useful and discover what she wants in life. Women who workis not an insult to her husband. Conversely, her husband should feel proud of her achievements since marriage is actually an equal partnership.

Therefore, parents should not think that girls should receive less education just because they will get married one day.

Why do some parents thing it is wasteful to send their daughter for higher education?

• because she will leave the family and stay with her husband

• because the parent will lose their investments

• because she will not respect her parents

• because she will get married and be a housewife

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Global warming is a phenomenon used to describe the gradual increase in the temperature of Earth's atmosphere and oceans. Global warming is not a new problem lately people are acknowledging that we are facing a serious problem. Climate change is apparent everywhere.

Based on the text, we can conclude that global warming is ...

• the raise of Earth's atmosphere and ocean temperature

• is a new problem faced by human

• is not a severe problem

• the temperature of Earth's atmosphere and the oceans

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Secondly, according to research by the Greenpeace organization, there is evidence of extensive deforestation being carried out in Indonesia and other tropical countries around the world. These forests are used to grow crops like palm sugar, palm oil, and coffee. The impact of climate change is noticeable throughout Asia Pacific. either during hot days or too much rain accompanied by wind and thunderstorm. This has started to affect the economy as well.

Which is NOT TRUE based on the text?

• Deforestation is one of the causes of global warming

• The impact of climate change is not clearly seen in Asia Pacific

• Climate change has impact on the economy

• Indonesia experienced massive deforestation

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TV

Is it important to know what your kids are watching? Of course yes. Television can expose things you have tried to protect them from, especially violence, pornography, consumerism, etc.

A study demonstrated that spending too much time on watching TV during the day or bedtime often causes bedtime disruption, stress, and short of sleep duration.

Another research found that there is a significant relationship between the amount of time spent for watching television during adolescence and early adulthood, and the possibility of being aggressive.

Meanwhile, many studies have identified a relationship between kids who watch TV a lot and being inactive and overweight.

Considering some facts mentioned above, protect your children with the following tips:

1. Limit television viewing to 1 – 2 hours each day

2. Do not allow your children to have a TV set in their bedrooms

3. Review the rating of TV shows that your children watch

4. Watch television with your children and discuss what is happening in the show

It is hard for a child to sleep because…

• the kid discusses the program with his/her parents

• the kid watches too much TV at bedtime

• the kid watches TV with his/her parents

• the parents limit the time to watch TV

TV

Is it important to know what your kids are watching? Of course yes. Television can expose things you have tried to protect them from, especially violence, pornography, consumerism, etc.

A study demonstrated that spending too much time on watching TV during the day or bedtime often causes bedtime disruption, stress, and short of sleep duration.

Another research found that there is a significant relationship between the amount of time spent for watching television during adolescence and early adulthood, and the possibility of being aggressive.

Meanwhile, many studies have identified a relationship between kids who watch TV a lot and being inactive and overweight.

Considering some facts mentioned above, protect your children with the following tips:

1. Limit television viewing to 1 – 2 hours each day

2. Do not allow your children to have a TV set in their bedrooms

3. Review the rating of TV shows that your children watch

4. Watch television with your children and discuss what is happening in the show

Which of the following statements is true according to the text?

• All TV programs are good for children

• Children know what programs to watch

• It is very important for children to have a TV set in their bedrooms

• Spending too much time for watching TV may cause kids inactive

TV

Is it important to know what your kids are watching? Of course yes. Television can expose things you have tried to protect them from, especially violence, pornography, consumerism, etc.

A study demonstrated that spending too much time on watching TV during the day or bedtime often causes bedtime disruption, stress, and short of sleep duration.

Another research found that there is a significant relationship between the amount of time spent for watching television during adolescence and early adulthood, and the possibility of being aggressive.

Meanwhile, many studies have identified a relationship between kids who watch TV a lot and being inactive and overweight.

Considering some facts mentioned above, protect your children with the following tips:

1. Limit television viewing to 1 – 2 hours each day

2. Do not allow your children to have a TV set in their bedrooms

3. Review the rating of TV shows that your children watch

4. Watch television with your children and discuss what is happening in the show

The following are the effects of watching TV a lot except….

• stress

• being active

• being aggressive

• bedtime disruption

Television can expose things you have tried to protect them from, especially violence, pornography, consumerism, etc. (Paragraph 1)

What is the synonym of the underlined word?

• Ignore

• Hurt

• Keep

• Destroy

Higher Education for Women

In this modern era, there are still some parents who are hesitant about sending their daughters to college. The narrow attitude shown to women’s education is largely due to the traditional role of women in society. A womanis expected to be a wife and a mother. Most parents believe that if their daughter gets married and does not pursue a career but instead chooses to be a housewife, then the higher education will be a waste. However, an educated woman is not only a better wife but also contributes to society.

Nowadays, more and more women are successfully combining career and marriage. Educated woman are richer both emotionally and financially. They are able to find an outlet outside the drudgery and monotony of their homes. They bring more satisfaction and contentment to their lives.

Depriving girls of higher education is crass discrimination. Times have changed; modern’s society needs the talents of its people regardless of gender. Today, women work alongside men. In fact, in the last few decades, women have made outstanding contributions to society.

Woman should be given the freedom to be educated whether or not they get married or go to work after finishing their education because it is only through education that a woman will find herself useful and discover what she wants in life. Women who workis not an insult to her husband. Conversely, her husband should feel proud of her achievements since marriage is actually an equal partnership.

Therefore, parents should not think that girls should receive less education just because they will get married one day.

What is the traditional role of the women in the society?

• a career woman

• a wife and a mother

• an educated woman

• successful woman