Reading Comprenhension Challenge

What is the correct first thing to do when approaching a new text?

• First, read the text..

• First, read the questions.

• First, Scan the text.

• First, start screaming at the top of your lungs.

Text 2. What becomes clear about Ray Ford?

• He finds the latest fashion trend mentioned in the paper quite funny.

• He has a talent for predicting which outfits will become trendy.

• He is a farmer who tries to dress fashionably even while working.

• He makes no distinction between clothes for work and casual wear.

Which of the following fits the gap in the text?

• controversially

• euphemistically

• exaggeratingly

• hypothetically

Text 4. What is the reason for making a new version of “Lord of the Flies” according to paragraphs 1 and 2?

• to provide the public with fresh insights into the themes of the original story

• to put an end to the debate that has been going on about the old version

• to show the film industry has noticed the relevance of the modern-day feminist movement

• to underline the idea that girls tend to be more social and peaceful than boys

“the story is supposed to be an exploration of ‘toxic masculinity’” (paragraph 1). Who of the following persons mentioned in the article is most likely to

• Scott McGehee (paragraph 1)

• William Golding (paragraph 2)

• Erin Gloria Ryan (paragraph 2)

• Emine Saner (paragraph 3)

Which of the following fits the gap in paragraph 3?

• In fact, they oppose it.

• It’s all about the money.

• It’s a risky experiment

• So much for artistic freedom.

Text 10. What does “undeclared pluggery” (paragraph 2) refer to? the claim that Fiona Phillips uses her weekly column

• to get free medical treatment

• to make fun of Dr Alex May’s blog

• to negotiate deals for her employer

• to promote products covertly

• to support people with health issues

Which of the following fits the gap in paragraph 4?

• costly

• honest

• interesting

• strategic