In the last paragraph the author is trying to … 1) explain how you can change your shopper type. 2) show how some shopper types are better than others. 3) persuade the readers to stop unconscious buying. 4) summarise th…

According to the author, visiting museums in Europe is considered to … 1) become more and more popular. 2) be an integral part of any journey. 3) show the level of one’s education. 4) be the evidence of general curiosit…

What does the author think about museums? 1) The European museums are the best. 2) He finds most of them to be boring. 3) There should be only science museums. 4) He thinks they are a waste of money. What does the autho…

Which of the following does NOT explain the author’s love for science museums? 1) He loves history of gadgets. 2) There is a chance to see how mechanisms work. 3) It’s possible to touch the things that he likes. 4) The …

According to the author, the Conservatory is popular with the … 1) local people. 2) fans of a famous book. 3) English guides. 4) scholars. According to the author, the Conservatory is popular with the…; local people.; f…

The reason the archaeological excavations started was the need to … 1) find Merovingian treasures. 2) solve some construction problems. 3) strengthen the basement. 4) prove the story of the site. Thereason the archaeolo…

“A satellite facility” in phrase “… they opened a satellite facility” (paragraph 6) refers to … 1) a minor educational site. 2) a research area. 3) a place for additional exhibits. 4) the museum’s laboratory. “A satelli…

Visiting the museum the author is impressed by … 1) its size, history and facilities. 2) the number of technological exhibits. 3) the mixture of material and immaterial in its environment. 4) the symbols he finds there.…

The author’s travel experience is … 1) mostly in China. 2) rather limited. 3) strange in a way. 4) quite extensive. The author’s travel experience is …; mostly in China.; rather limited.; strange in a way.; quite extens…

According to the article, tours may be less expensive … 1) because of an agency’s massive orders. 2) if you book them for a group. 3) because of individual discounts. 4) if you choose hostels and street food. According …

It is implied that tour travel decreases your … 1) ability to speak with locals. 2) chances of being cheated. 3) culture - related activities. 4) language - learning experience. It is implied that tour travel decreases …

It in Paragraph 5 (“… even if it did happen.”) most probably refers to … 1) booking accommodation. 2) looking for a new place. 3) security in a hotel. 4) problem with accommodation. Itin Paragraph 5 (“…even if it did ha…

The author’s backpack was stolen because … 1) his luggage was unwatched. 2) he had to buy some medicine. 3) it was left at the train station. 4) he was on a tour. The author’s backpack was stolen because …; his luggage …

The author believes that a sightseeing programme on organised tours is … 1) more packed 2) less strained 3) overrated 4) undervalued The author believes that a sightseeing programme on organised tours is …; more packed;…

What does the author try to achieve in the article? 1) Compare various tour providers. 2) Persuade the reader to choose tours. 3) Describe the benefits of organised travel. 4) Warn the readers against travelling alone. …

What kind of work had the author been doing before she started teaching? 1) Exciting. 2) Skilled. 3) Routine. 4) Unusual. What kind of work had the author been doing before she started teaching?; Exciting.; Skilled.; Ro…

Counterintuitive in Paragraph 2 most probably means … 1) illogical. 2) worrying. 3) unproductive. 4) easy. Counterintuitivein Paragraph 2 most probably means …; illogical.; worrying.; unproductive.; easy.

Ellen Rothnie was surprised by how … 1) fast she became part of Spanish culture. 2) deep her experience was. 3) many classes she had to teach. 4) far she progressed in learning Spanish. Ellen Rothnie was surprised by ho…

Which habit of less successful students is NOT mentioned in the text? 1) They do not monitor their speech. 2) They are too dependent on what they write down. 3) They refuse to speak out of fear of errors. 4) They do not…

This knowledge in Paragraph 4 (“This knowledge allows you to become more fluent in a language”) refers to the knowledge of … 1) Spanish equivalents of English verbs. 2) translation techniques and strategies. 3) words an…

Which proverb summarises the main idea of Paragraph 5? 1) Where there is a will, there is a way. 2) Actions speak louder than words. 3) Better late than never. 4) Don’t put off until tomorrow what you can do today. Whic…

Which idea is expressed in Paragraph 6? 1) Teaching is not effective without motivation. 2) The teacher should have a learning experience similar to their students’. 3) One understands a language better when they teach …

The word pedigree (“... the extent of Agatha Chistie’s pedigree”) in Paragraph 1 is synonymous to … 1) education. 2) background. 3) discovery. 4) development. The wordpedigree(“... the extent of Agatha Chistie’s pedigre…

What do we learn about Agatha Christie from the second paragraph? 1) She was responsible for the excavation work. 2) Her husband’s work put her off writing novels. 3) Her husband discussed his discoveries with her. 4) S…

The word it in Paragraph 3 (“... I don’t think it has done …”) refers to using … 1) her moisturiser. 2) her good idea. 3) discovered artifacts. 4) a special tool. The worditin Paragraph 3 (“... I don’t thinkithas done ……

According to Henrietta McCall, Agatha Christie found similarity between archaeology and crime detection because … 1) archaeologists turn out to be criminals. 2) people enjoy discovering what is hidden. 3) the discovery …

Which statement is TRUE according to the archaeologist Charlotte Trumpler? Agatha Christie … 1) loved solving jigsaw puzzles. 2) could make a whole from parts. 3) used to be a very impatient person. 4) was a famous arch…

Why does Charlotte Trumpler admire Christie’s role in archaeology? 1) Her money helped her husband’s expeditions. 2) She promoted Mallowan archaeological research. 3) Her modesty is an example for other archaeologists. …

What is the main idea of the last paragraph? 1) Little do we know about Agatha Christie’s life. 2) Miss Marple is similar in character to her creator. 3) The famous writer had very common hobbies. 4) Agatha Christie sup…

According to the text, mental health can be improved if people... 1) avoid hurtful emotions. 2) accept unpleasant feelings. 3) hide difficult emotions. 4) believe in the good. According to the text, mental health can be…

The author defines toxic positivity as a way of behaviour that... 1) rejects difficult emotions. 2) encourages positive thoughts. 3) is very similar to optimism. 4) influences others positively. The author defines toxic…

Which consequence of toxic positivity is NOT mentioned in the text? 1) Discouraging people from sharing emotions. 2) Ignoring other people’s negative feelings. 3) Putting the blame on the person dealing with pain. 4) Av…

How does the author explain the reason for toxic positivity? 1) Being jealous. 2) Being proud. 3) Lack of knowledge. 4) Bad habits. How does the author explain the reason for toxic positivity?; Being jealous.; Being pro…

It in “It tells people that the emotions...” (paragraph 7) most probably refers to... 1) a feeling of shame. 2) a negative answer. 3) staying optimistic. 4) suffering emotionally. Itin “It tells people that the emotions…

How is toxic positivity connected with guilt, according to the author? 1) People feel guilty when they’re happier than others. 2) Toxic positivity makes emotions less valid. 3) It implies people are not allowed negative…

What is the main idea of the text? 1) Staying positive will eventually help you out. 2) People having traumatic experiences need special help. 3) It’s ok to experience negative emotions and not to cope with problems ins…

According to the text, the typical educational experience … 1) has changed a lot recently. 2) involves students in a lesson. 3) has shifted a teacher’s role. 4) is now online for most people. According to the text, the …

The author considers that people prefer in - person learning to online learning because … 1) there are more interesting lectures. 2) it is easier to do laboratory work. 3) it involves more interaction. 4) instructors ar…

Why does the author think there are fewer distractions in a traditional classroom? 1) It is prohibited to use cell phones. 2) The interior of a room is special. 3) The teacher focuses on the lesson. 4) You get used to a…

This in “This can clash with one’s existing responsibilities” (paragraph 5) most probably refers to … 1) commuting time. 2) classroom space. 3) time of classes. 4) students’ opinion. Thisin “This can clash with one’s ex…

Which does the author NOT mention when discussing flexibility of online learning? 1) Choosing the time to study. 2) Choosing the content of classes. 3) Overcoming geographical borders. 4) Being able to hear different vi…

Comparing the price of online and in - person learning, the author comes to the conclusion that … 1) online learning usually has a lower price than in - person. 2) it mostly depends on whether the school is private or n…

The main goal of the article is to … 1) encourage students to try online learning. 2) evaluate the benefits of an online environment. 3) share the author’s experience of learning. 4) show pros and cons of in - person an…

According to the author, in her childhood she used to … 1) do the shopping with her friends. 2) go to the mall with her family. 3) call her mother every half an hour. 4) watch TV a lot. According to the author, in her c…

Which of the following does Athena do monthly? 1) Invites friends to her place. 2) Uses the Snapchat. 3) Goes to the mall with her family. 4) Changes her iPhone. Which of the following does Athena do monthly?; Invites f…

For Athena’s peers spending time alone in their rooms seems … 1) natural. 2) difficult. 3) awkward. 4) soothing. For Athena’s peers spending time alone in their rooms seems …; natural.; difficult.; awkward.; soothing.

Which of the following is NOT true about iGen teenagers, according to the author? 1) They prefer loneliness to company. 2) It is easy to hurt them psychologically. 3) Most of them feel extremely unhappy. 4) They have mo…

That in “I know my parents’ generation didn’t do that” (paragraph 5) refers to … 1) behaving in a mean way. 2) discussing their problems. 3) listening attentively to friends. 4) being glued to their phones. Thatin “I kn…

1The fact that Athena threw away her friend’s phone proves that … 1) her friend thought she was doing the right thing. 2) smartphones make teenagers more aggressive. 3) teenagers know the problems caused by phones. 4) s…

What does the author suggest in her article? 1) Smartphones are not safe. 2) Phone use by young people should be limited. 3) Smartphones cause violent behavior. 4) There are good and bad sides in using smartphones. What…