UNIT 1 FOCUS 5: READING 1

What is the main idea of the article?

• Traditional university degrees are harder to get into

• Most students now prefer unusual courses

• Higher education is now limited to science and technology

• There are unique university courses available based on personal interests

• UK universities offer the most interesting degrees

Which course uses superheroes to teach science?

• Surf Science and Technology

• The Science of Superheroes

• Handbag and Accessories Design

• The Beatles and Popular Music

• Superhero Design Management

Where is the course on The Beatles offered?

• Liverpool Hope University

• University of Liverpool

• University of Oxford

• California State University

• University of Plymouth

What kind of subject would Surf Science and Technology fall under?

• Literature

• Sports Science

• Marine Engineering

• Media Studies

• Fashion Technology

How is the Science of Superheroes course described?

• A fun way to learn about comic book stories

• A history of superhero films

• A fashion course focused on costumes

• A chemistry-only course

• A creative method to teach physics

Which of the following is TRUE according to the article?

• You must know how to surf to join the Surf Science course

• You can write a dissertation about baking at university

• The Science of Superheroes teaches about movie production

• Liverpool Hope University is in the USA

• You can only study traditional degrees at university

What does the word "inclined" in paragraph 1 most likely mean?

• Uninterested

• Excited

• Likely or leaning toward

• Confused

• Opposed

According to the passage, what must Surf Science students do to graduate?

• Win a surfing competition

• Travel to California

• Design surfboard

• Record surfing documentaries

• Pass academic exams

Why does the University of Plymouth warn students about the Surf Science course?

• They don’t want students to expect easy classes

• They no longer offer the course

• They only teach online

• Surfboards are not allowed

• It's only for professional surfers

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