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Atmosphere of Venus
Data from the Pioneer spacecraft of NASA apparently prove the theory that the high surface temperature of Venus is due to an atmospheric greenhouse effect caused mainly by a blanket of carbon dioxide. Such a greenhouse effect is created when energy in the form of sunlight easily passes through a planet’s atmosphere, warms its surface, and is converted to heat radiation that is then held in by the atmosphere from top to bottom. Venus has a relatively thin atmosphere like the Earth’s, but Venus’ atmosphere consists of more than ninety percent carbon dioxide, compared to less than four percent in that of the Earth. Because of its higher percentage of carbon dioxide, Venus’ atmosphere traps much more heat radiation than does the Earth’s. Thus, the Venus studies are believed to be important to the understanding of possible adverse effects on the Earth’s agriculture that could result from the long-term use of fossil fuels, which add carbon dioxide to the atmosphere.
- According to the passage, data from the Venus study can be used to____________
measure the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere accurately.
increase the emission of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.
test the efficiency of the spacecraft sent to Venus by NASA.
predict future agricultural problems on Earth.
determine the topography and the surface characteristics of the Earth.
Atmosphere of Venus
Data from the Pioneer spacecraft of NASA apparently prove the theory that the high surface temperature of Venus is due to an atmospheric greenhouse effect caused mainly by a blanket of carbon dioxide. Such a greenhouse effect is created when energy in the form of sunlight easily passes through a planet’s atmosphere, warms its surface, and is converted to heat radiation that is then held in by the atmosphere from top to bottom. Venus has a relatively thin atmosphere like the Earth’s, but Venus’ atmosphere consists of more than ninety percent carbon dioxide, compared to less than four percent in that of the Earth. Because of its higher percentage of carbon dioxide, Venus’ atmosphere traps much more heat radiation than does the Earth’s. Thus, the Venus studies are believed to be important to the understanding of possible adverse effects on the Earth’s agriculture that could result from the long-term use of fossil fuels, which add carbon dioxide to the atmosphere.
2. We understand from the passage that the atmosphere of Venus____________
is thinner than the atmosphere of the Earth.
contains much more carbon dioxide than that of the Earth.
traps less heat radiation compared to the atmosphere of the Earth.
blocks out dangerous rays from the sun.
is far colder than the atmospheres of other planets in our solar system.
Atmosphere of Venus
Data from the Pioneer spacecraft of NASA apparently prove the theory that the high surface temperature of Venus is due to an atmospheric greenhouse effect caused mainly by a blanket of carbon dioxide. Such a greenhouse effect is created when energy in the form of sunlight easily passes through a planet’s atmosphere, warms its surface, and is converted to heat radiation that is then held in by the atmosphere from top to bottom. Venus has a relatively thin atmosphere like the Earth’s, but Venus’ atmosphere consists of more than ninety percent carbon dioxide, compared to less than four percent in that of the Earth. Because of its higher percentage of carbon dioxide, Venus’ atmosphere traps much more heat radiation than does the Earth’s. Thus, the Venus studies are believed to be important to the understanding of possible adverse effects on the Earth’s agriculture that could result from the long-term use of fossil fuels, which add carbon dioxide to the atmosphere.
3. One can infer from the passage that____________
there is no difference between the atmospheres of Venus and the Earth.
the atmosphere of the Earth consists of mainly carbon dioxide.
the more carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, the warmer the world will tend to get.
lack of atmosphere causes a very high surface temperature on Venus.
Venus had once enjoyed a climate of the sort hospitable to life.
The Bermuda Triangle
The Bermuda Triangle occupies a disturbing and almost unbelievable place in the world’s catalog of unexplained mysteries. More than a hundred planes and ships have vanished in this area into the air since 1945, and more than a thousand lives have been lost, without a single body or even a piece wreckage from the vanishing planes or ships having been found. Many of the planes concerned have vanished while in normal radio contact with their base until the very moment of their disappearance, while others have radioed the most extraordinary messages, implying that they could not get their instruments to function, that their compasses were spinning, that the sky had turned yellow and hazy on a clear day, and the ocean, which was calm nearby, didn’t look right without further clarification of what was wrong.
10. One can infer from the reading that_________
the wreckages of some ships and planes have been found in the Bermuda Triangle.
the number of incidents involving lost ships is no larger than that of any other heavily traveled region of the world.
the ships. and the planes couldn’t contact their base due to the lack of equipment.
the weather in Bermuda Triangle is always stormy.
the first mention of disappearances in the area was made in 1945.
The Bermuda Triangle
The Bermuda Triangle occupies a disturbing and almost unbelievable place in the world’s catalog of unexplained mysteries. More than a hundred planes and ships have vanished in this area into the air since 1945, and more than a thousand lives have been lost, without a single body or even a piece wreckage from the vanishing planes or ships having been found. Many of the planes concerned have vanished while in normal radio contact with their base until the very moment of their disappearance, while others have radioed the most extraordinary messages, implying that they could not get their instruments to function, that their compasses were spinning, that the sky had turned yellow and hazy on a clear day, and the ocean, which was calm nearby, didn’t look right without further clarification of what was wrong.
11. It is pointed out in the passage that_________
thousands of people lost their lives in the Bermuda Triangle in 1945.
all of the disappearances happened during the daytime.
the Bermuda Triangle mystery was solved in 1945.
most of the missing planes could contact with their base by their own special means until the very moment of disappearing.
the ocean floor near Bermuda, highly unexplored, is host to many strange phenomena.
The Bermuda Triangle
The Bermuda Triangle occupies a disturbing and almost unbelievable place in the world’s catalog of unexplained mysteries. More than a hundred planes and ships have vanished in this area into the air since 1945, and more than a thousand lives have been lost, without a single body or even a piece wreckage from the vanishing planes or ships having been found. Many of the planes concerned have vanished while in normal radio contact with their base until the very moment of their disappearance, while others have radioed the most extraordinary messages, implying that they could not get their instruments to function, that their compasses were spinning, that the sky had turned yellow and hazy on a clear day, and the ocean, which was calm nearby, didn’t look right without further clarification of what was wrong.
12. The reading mainly deals with_________
why so many ships and planes disappear in the Bermuda Triangle.
the mysterious disappearances of ships and planes in the Bermuda Triangle.
the location of the Bermuda Triangle.
the frequency of the disappearances in the Bermuda Triangle.
the unpredictable weather conditions in the Bermuda Triangle.
Opera
Opera refers to a dramatic art form, originating in Europe, in which the emotional content is conveyed to the audience as much through music, both vocal and instrumental, as it is through the lyrics. By contrast, in musical theater an actor’s dramatic performance is primary, and the music plays a lesser role. The drama in opera is presented using the primary elements of theater such as scenery, costumes, and acting. However, the words of the opera, or libretto, are sung rather than spoken. The singers are accompanied by a musical ensemble ranging from a small instrumental ensemble to a full symphonic orchestra.
13. It is pointed out in the reading that opera_________
has developed under the influence of musical theater.
is a drama sung with the accompaniment of an orchestra.
is not a high-budget production.
is often performed in Europe.
is the most complex of all the performing arts.
Opera
Opera refers to a dramatic art form, originating in Europe, in which the emotional content is conveyed to the audience as much through music, both vocal and instrumental, as it is through the lyrics. By contrast, in musical theater an actor’s dramatic performance is primary, and the music plays a lesser role. The drama in opera is presented using the primary elements of theater such as scenery, costumes, and acting. However, the words of the opera, or libretto, are sung rather than spoken. The singers are accompanied by a musical ensemble ranging from a small instrumental ensemble to a full symphonic orchestra.
14. We can understand from the reading that_________
people are captivated more by opera than musical theater.
drama in opera is more important than the music.
orchestras in operas can vary considerably in size.
musical theater relies above all on music.
there is an argument over whether the music is important or the words in opera.
Opera
Opera refers to a dramatic art form, originating in Europe, in which the emotional content is conveyed to the audience as much through music, both vocal and instrumental, as it is through the lyrics. By contrast, in musical theater an actor’s dramatic performance is primary, and the music plays a lesser role. The drama in opera is presented using the primary elements of theater such as scenery, costumes, and acting. However, the words of the opera, or libretto, are sung rather than spoken. The singers are accompanied by a musical ensemble ranging from a small instrumental ensemble to a full symphonic orchestra.
15. It is stated in the reading that_________
acting and costumes are secondary to music in musical theater.
many people find musical theater more captivating than opera.
music in musical theater is not as important as it is in opera.
an opera requires a huge orchestra as well as a large choir.
opera doesn’t have any properties in common with musical theater.
The farmer is holding the steering wheel
The farmer is holding the door open
The farmer is driving the tractor
The farmer is getting in the tractor
The mechanic is beside the automobile
The mechanic is looking at the engine
He is working on the car in the street
The mechanic is checking the computer data
Soccer is known in some countries as football. It is a popular sport across the world, with over 200 countries playing the sport. It is estimated that over 250 million people, both men and women, play soccer. The sport has been part of the Olympic games from 1900 to 1928 and from 1936 to today.
What is the main idea?
Soccer is important at the Olympics.
Soccer is a worldwide sport.
Soccer is also called football.
Soccer is played by men and women.
Before the United States was a country, it was a group of English colonies. Until 1793, England didn't really bother the American colonists. The people handled their business the way they wanted. However, England had a lot of war debts to pay. Some of the money was owed because England had defended the colonies in the French and Indian War. Citizens who were living in England wanted taxes to be lowered. The king decided to take more control over the colonies to get the money to pay off the debts. He started a new tax for the colonies. After being left to make their own decisions for so long, some of the colonists did not want to give up control They did not want to pay high taxes. Why did England start demanding taxes in America?
They are mean and nasty and just wanted the Americans to suffer
England needed to sell more tea to the Colonies
England had a lot of debt from wars
The American Colonies were not making enough money for England
Find the sentence that has the closest meaning with this: Large cigars have been smoked in Cuba since the sixteenth century, but only a few are manufactured for export.
A) Although large cigars have been smoked since the sixteenth century in Cuba, not many of them are produced for export.
B) Cuba has been exporting large cigars to foreign markets since the sixteenth century but nevertheless only a few people know this fact.
C) In the sixteenth century large cigars were produced in Cuba not only for inland use but also for export.
D) Cuba has been producing large cigars since the sixteenth century however they are not sold in export.
Find the sentence that has the closest meaning with this: From time to time there are things we do even though we think they are wrong.
We often do things because we think they are the right things to do at the time.
We can never be sure if all the things we do are right.
Although we feel that the things we sometimes do are not right, we nevertheless do them.
It is not possible to do everything right in life.
I had known that my mother was sick as a result of a failing kidney, but I had not realized how much trouble my parents were having in dealing with that sickness.
A) Although I had known that my mother was suffering from a failing kidney, I had not realized my parents’ problems caused by this illness.
B) In my childhood I didn’t know my mother’s sickness, so I couldn’t realize how much trouble my parents had.
C) When I learned my mother’s sickness which was the result of a failing kidney, I realized the pain my mother had.
D) I hadn’t realized the problems they had to deal with until my parents told me about my mother’s illness.
Due to the fact that the demand for tea was very high in the 19th century, its price was astronomical.
A) It was not until the 19th century that the demand for tea started to increase.
B) The demand for tea was so high in the 19th century that its price was enormous.
C) In the 19th century, the price for tea didn't increase despite the demand.
D) It was its astronomical price which decreased the demand for tea in the 19th century.
E) In the 19th century, even though the demand for tea was enormous,its price remained cheap.
A light that has a handle and can be carried or hung up is called...
harvest
pumpkin
lantern
ghost
The time of year when fruit and vegetables are collected on farms is called...
harvest
pumpkin
lantern
costume
............. to wear special clothes.
A costume is
To dress up is
To harvest is
To trick and treat is
She picked up a piece of ... rock.
volcano
volcanic
vulcanize
vulture
The children ran ... toward the theme park entrance.
excited
excitedly
exciting
excitement
Because your medical problem is serious, you need to see a ...
special
specialist
specialize
specify
Because your medical problem is serious, you need to see a ...
special
specialist
specialize
specify
