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“Tom was reluctant to jump into the cold lake. He stood on the edge for a long time, dipping one toe in the water.” What does “reluctant” mean?

1. AUnwilling
2. BExcited
3. CReady and eager
4. DCareless

A textbook chapter has these headings: “What Is an Earthquake?”, “Why Earthquakes Happen”, “How to Stay Safe”. Under which heading would you look for advice on what to do during an earthquake?

1. AHow to Stay Safe
2. BWhat Is an Earthquake?
3. CWhy Earthquakes Happen
4. DThe glossary at the back of the book

Lightning is a giant spark of electricity in the sky. Thunder is the sound made when lightning heats the air very quickly. What makes the sound of thunder?

1. AStrong wind blowing through trees
2. BRain hitting the ground very hard
3. CClouds bumping into each other
4. DLightning heating the air very quickly

A recipe says: “Preheat the oven to 180 °C. While the oven heats, mix the flour and sugar. Add the eggs and milk, stir until smooth, and pour into a greased tin.” What should be done while the oven is heating?

1. AMix the flour and sugar
2. BPour the batter into the tin
3. CGrease the oven shelves
4. DAdd the eggs and milk

“Tara volunteered to stay late, helped a new colleague with her first report and never complained about the extra work.” Which word best describes Tara?

1. AHelpful
2. BLazy
3. CSelfish
4. DRude

“Scientists classify a tomato as a fruit because it develops from a flower and contains seeds. In cooking, however, it is usually treated as a vegetable.” What does the passage explain?

1. AHow cooks remove the seeds from tomatoes
2. BHow to grow tomatoes from seeds
3. CWhy a tomato can be called both a fruit and a vegetable
4. DWhy tomatoes are healthier than other fruits

The author writes: “Some parents worry that letting children play outside unsupervised is dangerous. While some risks exist, outdoor play builds independence, problem-solving and physical health.” What is the author’s position?

1. AChildren should never play outside without adults.
2. BParents worry too little about their children.
3. CThe benefits of outdoor play outweigh its risks.
4. DOutdoor play has no risks for children at all.

The author writes: “I have walked to work for twenty years, rain or shine. I have never once needed a car, so no one in this city needs one.” What is the main weakness?

1. AOne person’s situation may not fit everyone.
2. BWalking to work is impossible in the rain.
3. CTwenty years is too short to judge the city.
4. DThe author owns a car but does not use it.