READING TOEFL ITP

1. 1. What technological advancements in the early 20th century influenced global communication?

• 1. Steam engines

• 1. Automobiles

• 1. Telephones, telegraphs, and radios

• 1. Airplanes

1. 2. According to Paragraph 2, how did the development of automobiles and airplanes impact society?

• Restricted cultural diversity

• Slowed down travel

• Increased accessibility and speed of travel

• Limited people's horizons

1. 3. What major technological innovation is discussed in Paragraph 3?

• Telephone

• Radio

• Airplane

• Internet

1. 4. According to the passage, what concerns have arisen with the advent of the internet?

• Faster travel

• Access to information

• Privacy and ethical implications

• Cultural diversity

1. 5. In Paragraph 4, what is emphasized as crucial in the present digital age?

• Unrestricted progress

• Striking a balance between progress and ethical considerations

• Rejecting technological advancements

• Limiting information access

6. 6. What is the main idea of the passage?

• The drawbacks of technological advancements

• 1. The impact of technology on global communication

• The history of transportation

• The future of information access

7. 7. According to the passage, what role did the telephone play in global communication?

• It restricted communication.

• It revolutionized communication.

• It had no impact on communication.

• It hindered cultural exchange.

1. 8. How did the internet impact information access, according to the passage?

• It restricted access.

• It democratized access.

• It had no impact on access.

• It slowed down access.

9. 9. What is the main concern discussed regarding the internet?

• Lack of innovation

• Cultural homogeneity

• Ethical implications and privacy concerns

• Limited information access

1. 10. What is the overall tone of the passage?

• Optimistic

• Critical

• Nostalgic

•  Indifferent