Reading Comprehension

What is the main topic of the article?

• How to get rich

• The importance of health

• Research on happiness

• Travelling experiences

What did the well-known journal conclude about happiness?

• Money alone guarantees happiness

• Children are the main source of joy

• Happiness is influenced by many factors

• People are happiest when alone

What does the writer mention about recent studies?

• They show how life satisfaction is measured

• They focus only on income

• They ignore emotional well-being

• They were done only in developed countries

According to the article, who tends to be happier?

• Wealthy people in cold countries

• Poor people with fewer worries

• Single people in big cities

• Rich people with no children

What does the article say about possessions and happiness

• Owning more always increases happiness

• Possessions are more valuable than experiences

• More possessions always lead to satisfaction

• Having fewer things reduces stress

What made Mr. Bloom feel happy in Japan

• He earned a high salary

• He visited tourist places

• He appreciated simplicity and peacefulness

• He bought a collection of local antiques

According to the article, what do ancient philosophers suggest?

• True happiness comes from within

• You must work hard to find happiness

• • Modern life is the only path to joy

• Possessions bring peace

What is mentioned as a source of "fulfilled pleasure"?

• Having luxury goods

• Helping others and feeling connected

• Avoiding all responsibilities

• Constant traveling

What emotion does Mr. Bloom say he often felt in his home country?

• Peace

• Dissatisfaction

• Confusion

• Gratitude

What is a major theme of the article?

• Simplicity and meaning bring happiness

• Money equals happiness

• Technology is a source of joy

• All cultures experience happiness the same way