News Article Comprehension 15
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English
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6th - 8th Grade
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Hard
Standards-aligned
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5 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary reason for Malaysians cutting down on overseas travel plans, as mentioned in the article?
Economic recession
Weakened currency
High travel costs
Government travel restrictions
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Comprehending a text
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why are small food businesses in Malaysia raising prices, according to the information provided in the article?
Increased demand for their products
Fluctuations in raw material prices
Government regulations
Expansion of their businesses
Answer explanation
The article mentions that small food businesses are facing challenges and raising prices because the prices of imported raw materials, such as dried squid and chili paste, have increased.
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3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What impact does the depreciation of the ringgit have on the hospitality industry in Malaysia, according to the article?
Increased tourism
Improved profitability
Downturn in profits
Government incentives
Answer explanation
The article highlights that hoteliers are experiencing a downturn in profits due to the depreciation of the ringgit, making people more cautious with their spending on non-essential activities like travel.
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Comprehending a text
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why are businesses that import goods making losses, as per the information in the article?
Decreased demand for imported goods
Rising US dollar and fluctuating exchange rates
Stable currency values
Government subsidies
Answer explanation
The article explains that businesses importing goods are experiencing losses due to the rising US dollar and constantly fluctuating exchange rates, making previously received quotes invalid.
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5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
According to the economist Dr. Yeah Kim Leng, what is the potential reason for the reversal of the ringgit's slide against the US dollar?
Increased interest rates in the US
Weakening of the US economy
Government intervention
Depreciation of other currencies
Answer explanation
Dr. Yeah Kim Leng suggests that the reversal of the ringgit's slide against the US dollar may be attributed to the deleterious effects of high interest rates in the US, indicating a weakening US economy.
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