Passage 1: The History of Tea
Tea is one of the oldest beverages in the world, with a rich history that spans thousands of years. Originating in China, it is said that the discovery of tea was an accident. According to legend, Emperor Shen Nong was sitting beneath a tree while his servant boiled drinking water. Leaves from the tree blew into the water, and the emperor drank the infused water, finding it both refreshing and energizing.
Over time, tea spread to other parts of Asia, including Japan, where it became an integral part of the culture, particularly in the form of the tea ceremony. The popularity of tea spread to Europe in the 16th century, with the Portuguese and Dutch being the first to bring it back from their travels. It quickly became fashionable in Britain, especially when Queen Catherine of Braganza introduced it to the English court. Tea eventually became a key component of British daily life, leading to the establishment of tea houses.
Questions 1-14
Questions 1-6: TRUE/FALSE/NOT GIVEN
Do the following statements agree with the information in Passage 1? Write TRUE if the statement agrees with the information. Write FALSE if the statement contradicts the information. Write NOT GIVEN if there is no information on this.
1. Tea was discovered by a servant of Emperor Shen Nong.2. The Portuguese were the first Europeans to bring tea to Europe.
3. Tea became popular in Japan before China.
4. The British began drinking tea in the 16th century.
5. Queen Catherine of Braganza helped popularize tea in Britain.
6. Tea houses became popular in Britain due to the tea trade.
Questions 7-10: MULTIPLE CHOICE
Choose the correct letter, A, B, C, or D.
7. According to legend, Emperor Shen Nong discovered tea when:A) He was eating under a tree.
B) His servant accidentally dropped leaves into boiling water.
C) He found tea leaves on the ground.
D) He tasted it during his travels.
8. Tea became an essential part of British culture after:
A) It was introduced to Japan.
B) The Dutch brought it back from Asia.
C) Queen Catherine introduced it to the English court.
D) It was discovered by Emperor Shen Nong.
9. Which European country was first involved in the tea trade?
A) France
B) Portugal
C) Britain
D) Spain
10. Tea houses became a feature of life in Britain because:
A) Tea was grown in Britain.
B) It was fashionable in Europe.
C) Tea became a symbol of social status.
D) The British loved the tea ceremony.
Questions 11-14: MATCHING INFORMATION
Match the information with the country mentioned in Passage 1.
Choose the correct country from the list below (A-D).
A. China
B. Japan
C. Portugal
D. Britain
12. The tea ceremony is a cultural tradition here.
13. Tea became a symbol of luxury and social gatherings.
14. According to legend, tea was discovered here.
Passage 2: The Changing Workplace
The workplace has evolved dramatically over the past century. In the early 20th century, most workers were employed in factories, working long hours in physically demanding jobs. However, the rise of technology has transformed the nature of work. Today, many people work in offices, and the growth of the internet has allowed for the rise of remote work.
This shift has been both positive and negative. On the one hand, workers now have more flexibility and can avoid lengthy commutes. On the other hand, some workers feel isolated, and the boundary between work and personal life has blurred. Additionally, the traditional 9-to-5 workday is disappearing, with many people working irregular hours to accommodate different time zones or project deadlines.
Questions 15-27
Questions 15-21: MATCHING SENTENCES
Match the beginning of the sentence (15-21) with the appropriate ending (A-G).
15. The rise of technology has...
16. Many workers in the early 20th century...
17. Remote work has allowed workers to...
18. The boundary between work and personal life...
19. Irregular hours have become common for workers in...
20. Factory work in the early 20th century was...
21. The traditional 9-to-5 workday is...
Endings
A. find greater flexibility in their schedule.
B. due to the growth of remote work.
C. disappearing as work becomes more flexible.
D. worked long hours in physically demanding jobs.
E. characterized by monotonous tasks.
F. blurred due to the demands of modern work.
G. helped transform the workplace.
Questions 22-27: SUMMARY COMPLETION
Complete the summary below. Choose ONE WORD ONLY from the passage for each answer.
The workplace has undergone significant changes in the past century. The rise of 22. _______ has led to more people working in offices and the growth of 23. _______ work. While this has allowed for more 24. _______, some workers feel 25. _______ and the boundary between personal life and 26. _______ has become unclear. Many workers now work 27. _______ hours to meet the demands of modern business.
Passage 3: Green Energy for a Sustainable Future
As concerns about climate change grow, the need for renewable energy sources becomes more urgent. Green energy, such as solar, wind, and hydroelectric power, offers a solution to the environmental challenges posed by fossil fuels. Unlike traditional energy sources, green energy produces little or no greenhouse gases and has a minimal impact on the environment.
Governments worldwide are investing heavily in renewable energy infrastructure. Countries like Denmark and Germany are leading the way in wind power, while the United States and China are focusing on solar energy. However, the transition to renewable energy is not without challenges. High costs, technological limitations, and the need for energy storage solutions are significant barriers.
Questions 28-40
Questions 28-33: YES/NO/NOT GIVEN
Do the following statements agree with the information in Passage 3? Write YES if the statement agrees with the information. Write NO if the statement contradicts the information. Write NOT GIVEN if there is no information on this.
28. Green energy does not produce any greenhouse gases.29. Denmark is a leader in solar energy production.
30. Fossil fuels are more environmentally damaging than green energy.
31. The transition to green energy is happening without any challenges.
32. High costs are one of the barriers to green energy development.
33. All countries are focusing on wind power as their primary renewable energy source.
Questions 34-40: COMPLETE THE SENTENCES
Complete the sentences below with NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS from the passage.
34. Green energy sources include solar, wind, and _______ power.35. Renewable energy produces little or no _______ gases.
36. The United States and China are focusing on _______ energy.
37. _______ are necessary for a full transition to green energy.
38. The high costs of renewable energy are a significant _______.
39. Renewable energy is considered to have a minimal impact on the _______.
40. Denmark and Germany are global leaders in _______ energy.
Answers
Passage 1: The History of Tea
1. FALSE2. TRUE
3. FALSE
4. TRUE
5. TRUE
6. TRUE
7. B
8. C
9. B
10. C
11. C
12. B
13. D
14. A
Passage 2: The Changing Workplace
15. G16. D
17. A
18. F
19. B
20. E
21. C
22. technology
23. remote
24. flexibility
25. isolated
26. work
27. irregular
Passage 3: Green Energy for a Sustainable Future
28. NO29. NO
30. YES
31. NO
32. YES
33. NO
34. hydroelectric
35. greenhouse
36. solar
37. Energy storage solutions
38. barrier
39. environment
40. wind