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Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to choose the word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

Why do we find celebrities so fascinating? These days, it seems to be almost impossible to open a newspaper or magazine without seeing an image of a celebrity in it. The argument often made by members of the press is that they are only (16) -

to public demand - it seems that people are far

more interested in celebrity gossip and scandal than in the reality of our modern world. Rightly or wrongly, the paparazzi make a very good livelihood by keeping up with the rich and famous.

(17)

, some high-profile celebs are endlessly hounded by the media. In these cases, does the

press go too far? Don't these individuals have a right to some personal (18)

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? Then again,

celebrities often do seem to lead such interesting lives that it is perhaps understandable that we want to find out more about them. In fact, (19)

evolutionary scientists have said it is natural for humans

to look up to the most successful individuals in a society. In prehistoric times, this would have meant respecting good hunters. Today's equivalents are our celebrities, (20)

fame and fortune we are

so envious of.

(Adapted from Objective by Annette Capel and Wendy Shape )Question 16.

• A. relating

• 1. focusing

• 1. conforming

• 1. responding

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• A. Therefore

• . However

• C. Moreover

• D. Although

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• A. achievement

• responsibility

• influence

• privacy

Question 19A.

• every

• some

• another

• a little

Question 20.

• which

• whose

• who

• where

academic goals but also helps them to persevere in the face of challenges. (21)

Motivation plays a crucial role in the learvire tr the face of Chailengs, (2 sudents to achise tack

thademic personal goals increases their enthus asep to with the escaerial showg that when learners tre intrissically motivated, they tend to engage more deeply with the material. Additionally, (2)

pursuits.

motivati mosetimes be more effective than external rewards in maintaining long term educational

External factors such as praise from teachers and parents, as well as good grades, can (23). performance. However, the most profound impact oftenco es phosi a learner's internal desire to explore

of learning rather than a mere focus on grades.

and understand new concepts. This is why many educators emphasize the importance of fostering a love

encouraging feedback, creating a classroom environment (24)

Teachers can use various strategies to enhance motivation including providing constructive and introducing activities that are both challenging and achievable.

_ promotes curiosity, and

, some experts argue, even with the best educational strategies, motivation can

changes and adapt their approaches accordingly.

fluctuate due to personal or external circumstances. Question 21.

• Another

• Many

• Every

• Others

Question 22/

• Intrinsic

• Internal

• Innate

• Intense

Question 23

• boost

• make

• do

• cause

Question 24.

• whose

• that

• who

• whom

Question 25.

• A. Therefore

• Because

• However

• Thus